A publicist is a professional who works to promote and manage the public image of a person, company, or organization. A JOURNALIST is someone who collects, writes, and distributes news and other information. A SOLON is an ancient Greek statesman who was renowned for his wisdom and political skill. A pressagent is a person who works to promote a product, service, or event through the media. All of these roles are related to the job of a publicist, who is responsible for managing the public image of their client.