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Express teams with 4 up-and-coming NBA players
The retailer's rewards members will get early information on ticket giveaways and behind-the-scenes videos and interviews, adding an element of exclusivity.
By David Kirkpatrick • Oct. 18, 2017 -
Report: Major brands scammed in extensive fraud scheme linked to US ad firms
An investigation by BuzzFeed News and Social Puncher found over 100 marketers including P&G, Unilever and Hershey's were hit by "zombie websites."
By David Kirkpatrick , Peter Adams • Oct. 18, 2017 -
Trendline
Retail Marketing
Top stories that underscore the leading influences on retail marketing, including the creator economy, '90s nostalgia and Gen Z.
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Study: Companies spend almost 2x more on online video than TV ads
As the focus of marketing shifts from branding to engagement, companies will spend $135 billion on online video this year.
By David Kirkpatrick , Chantal Tode • Oct. 18, 2017 -
Deep Dive
How Tecate played the 'Trump card' and built a wall to unify beer lovers
When brands enter the risky business of taking a political stance, it's all about timing, a lighthearted tone and authenticity.
By Natalie Koltun • Oct. 18, 2017 -
Svedka's Halloween push stalks users around the web
Those affected can break free from the ads by visiting the brand's microsite and "infecting" their friends with the curse.
By Natalie Koltun • Oct. 17, 2017 -
Taco Bell's World Series TV ad looks like an Instagram Story
The chain is borrowing creative inspiration from video messaging app users to update its "Steal a Base, Steal a Taco" promotion.
By David Kirkpatrick , Chantal Tode • Oct. 17, 2017 -
Chicken of the Sea returns to Jessica Simpson's 'proverbial' question in new campaign
A "Fish Called Chicken" features a series of 15-second digital video spots and nods to a notorious reality TV moment.
By David Kirkpatrick • Oct. 17, 2017 -
Farmers Insurance riffs on Netflix hit with Halloween-themed 360 experience
A new "Stranger Claims" campaign includes a 360-degree video that lets users explore a haunted house detailing some of the brand's oddest insurance claims.
By David Kirkpatrick , Natalie Koltun • Oct. 16, 2017 -
Vox launches Explainer Studio as demand for branded content grows
Spotify, NFL Fantasy Football and Ben & Jerry's have already signed on for videos featuring straightforward explanations of a variety of topics.
By David Kirkpatrick • Oct. 16, 2017 -
Deep Dive
What these 6 brand campaigns say about the state of marketing
Much buzzed-about efforts from Q3 underscore how marketers are getting better at melding digital and real-world experiences and also catering to consumers' short attention spans.
By Kayla Matthews • Oct. 16, 2017 -
Time Inc., Google partner for proprietary outstream video ad unit
Adapt Video uses DoubleClick's native advertising solution to deliver outstream video ads across the publisher's digital properties.
By David Kirkpatrick • Oct. 13, 2017 -
Facebook Stories arrives on Pages in bid for greater adoption
While the ephemeral messaging feature is popular on Instagram, the move signals that use on Facebook's main platform continues to be low.
By David Kirkpatrick , Natalie Koltun • Oct. 13, 2017 -
Major studios and platforms unite to provide viewers 'Movies Anywhere'
A new service that includes almost all of the big Hollywood houses lets people sync their online libraries across connected accounts.
By David Kirkpatrick , Peter Adams • Oct. 13, 2017 -
Column
Campaign Trail: Gillette's 'Justice League' push; Pedigree adopts Facebook masks; Toyota zigs and zags
Brands featured this week use a variety of approaches to make a connection with specific demographic segments.
By Peter Adams , Chantal Tode , Natalie Koltun • Oct. 13, 2017 -
Starbucks widens distribution for season 2 of short film series
"Upstanders" can be streamed on Amazon Prime Video, Facebook Watch and in the Starbucks app. Audible will also turn it into an audiobook.
By David Kirkpatrick • Oct. 12, 2017 -
Twizzlers taps Facebook lens for 'World Smile Day'
The strategy suggests brands are starting to look for larger audiences for visually-driven digital engagements.
By David Kirkpatrick • Oct. 11, 2017 -
Lionsgate releases VR ad to promote 'Jigsaw'
Unveiled at New York Comic-Con, the experience lets users immersively explore the latest "Saw" entry and even enter a panel of a tie-in virtual graphic novel.
By David Kirkpatrick • Oct. 10, 2017 -
Report: Amazon meets with advertising insiders for more direct strike at YouTube
The e-commerce giant reportedly wants to develop ad programs that are more brand-friendly than what YouTube offers.
By David Kirkpatrick • Oct. 10, 2017 -
KFC's Col. Sanders is a playable character in 'WWE 2K18'
A virtual version of the brand icon will showdown with his rival in an event broadcast on WWE's official YouTube gaming channel.
By David Kirkpatrick • Oct. 10, 2017 -
Mercedes-Benz weaves 'Justice League' stories into Instagram comics
The automaker's marketing around the upcoming film also includes TV, print, online and OOH advertising.
By David Kirkpatrick , Chantal Tode • Oct. 9, 2017 -
Sally Hansen reverses gender norms in 'Shetopia'
A two-minute short film depicts a world where self-made women are leaders in the Coty brand's first global campaign.
By David Kirkpatrick • Oct. 6, 2017 -
P&G's Pritchard says digital ad transformation is 'two-thirds complete'
After shaking up the online ad industry in January with some tough ultimatums, the exec says MRC accreditation remains the key hurdle.
By David Kirkpatrick • Oct. 6, 2017 -
Jeep spotlights young women artists in new music-centric campaign
Halsey and three other up-and-comers are at the center of a multichannel "Release Your Renegade" push.
By David Kirkpatrick • Oct. 6, 2017 -
Study: Brands play a role in breaking gender stereotypes
Thirty-six percent of consumers said they liked a brand more when its ads went against stereotypes, and 25% said they'd be more likely to buy from it.
By David Kirkpatrick • Oct. 5, 2017 -
Study: Q3 breakthrough video ads feature compassion, kindness and ingenuity
Overall, viewers preferred ads focused on storytelling, with strong visuals and uplifting messages.
By David Kirkpatrick • Oct. 5, 2017