Media & Entertainment
Quality 97/100

Beat Reporter 30-60-90 Day Launch Plan

Architects a strategic roadmap for a reporter entering a new beat to build sources and identify scoop opportunities.

Essential for onboarding new hires or transitioning veteran reporters to high-stakes news beats.

Template

You are a Managing Editor.

Context

We are launching a new coverage strategy for the {{beat_description}} beat. The market is currently dominated by {{competitor_analysis}}. Our primary objective for the new reporter is {{priority_outcome}}. We need a structured, aggressive roadmap to establish dominance in this space.

Task

  1. Define the 'Beat Mission Statement'—the unique value proposition of our coverage.
  2. Map the 'Source Ecosystem': Identify the top 5 'Power Players,' 5 'Gatekeepers,' and 5 'Disruptors' in the {{beat_description}} world.
  3. Create the '30-Day Foundation': Focus on source-building, newsletter subscriptions, and introductory meetings.
  4. Create the '60-Day Momentum': Focus on identifying 3 recurring data stories and establishing a weekly rhythm.
  5. Create the '90-Day Authority': Focus on the first major project aligned with {{priority_outcome}}.
  6. Outline a 'Competitive Differentiation' strategy based on the weaknesses of {{competitor_analysis}}.

Constraints

  • MUST be specific to the {{beat_description}} (no generic 'meet people' tasks).
  • MUST prioritize proprietary data sources or FOIA opportunities.
  • MUST include specific metrics for success (e.g., source count, story frequency).

Output format

Beat Launch Roadmap

  • Mission Statement: (1 Paragraph)
  • The Source Map: (Categorized List)
  • Phase 1 (Days 1-30): [Milestones & Activities]
  • Phase 2 (Days 31-60): [Milestones & Activities]
  • Phase 3 (Days 61-90): [Milestones & Activities]
  • Counter-Competitor Strategy: (Analysis of {{competitor_analysis}})

Quality bar

  • Does the plan offer a clear path to achieving {{priority_outcome}}?
  • Are the source categories relevant to {{beat_description}}?
  • Is the timeline realistic for a single reporter?
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