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Courtesy of General Mills
5 campaigns that leveled up mobile tech in 2021
With interest in the metaverse growing, brands from Reebok to Reese's Puffs ventured into virtual worlds.
By Robert Williams • Dec. 9, 2021 -
Courtesy of PepsiCo
Pepsi breaks cost barrier to NFTs with collection celebrating music history
Pepsi Mic Drop features 1,893 pieces that can be minted for free barring a "gas" fee, a potential response to rivals like Coke fetching high prices for NFTs.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 9, 2021 -
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Top stories that underscore the leading influences on retail marketing, including the creator economy, '90s nostalgia and Gen Z.
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Courtesy of Kimmelot & Wheelhouse Labs
Kraft Heinz, Jack in the Box, Aviation bottle '80s nostalgia for retro sitcom special
Jimmy Kimmel's creative lab teamed with Ryan Reynolds' Maximum Effort to produce ads that riffed on shoulder pads and "This Is Your Brain on Drugs."
By Peter Adams • Dec. 8, 2021 -
Courtesy of Mtn Dew
Mtn Dew seeks park ranger to oversee outdoor enthusiast 'playground'
As part of a focus on outdoor activities, the PepsiCo brand will support the local community around a recreation area in the beverage's home state.
By Chris Kelly • Dec. 8, 2021 -
Courtesy of KFC
KFC amps up scented holiday log return with cabin getaway
Back for a third year, the gag gift now includes an experiential component featuring gourmet meals at a secluded luxury abode themed around the chain.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 7, 2021 -
Courtesy of Popeyes
Deep Dive9 campaigns that struck a chord in 2021
Despite the year's unfulfilled promises, efforts by the likes of Coke, Burger King and Tide delivered boldness and resonated with consumers.
By Peter Adams , Chris Kelly , Natalie Black (Koltun) , Asa Hiken • Dec. 7, 2021 -
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Can in-house agencies sustain their productivity boom?
Even as project volumes jumped for half of in-house teams due to the pandemic's premium on digital, hybrid collaboration still faces challenges.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 6, 2021 -
Accenture Interactive names first global creative chief to sharpen brand-building offer
A Droga5 vet, Neil Heymann returns to the agency network just months after David Droga's appointment as CEO and creative chairman.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 6, 2021 -
Courtesy of Airbnb
Airbnb, Vacasa list holiday getaways inspired by pop culture classics
Rentals themed around "Home Alone" and the Grinch take distinct approaches, with one promoting remoteness and another recreating iconic film scenes.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 3, 2021 -
Courtesy of Laura Geller Beauty
ColumnCampaign Trail: Laura Geller turns tables on classic holiday ads to address ageism
Former supermodel Paulina Porizkova — known for her candid talks online about age discrimination — appears in scenes crafted by the cosmetics brand to debunk the notion that beauty is tied to youth.
By Natalie Black (Koltun) • Dec. 3, 2021 -
Courtesy of Spotify
Spotify places listeners in '2021: The Movie' for data-driven Wrapped campaign
Focusing on individuality, the annual effort weaves in a tighter narrative that references trends like NFTs and the "Good Soup" meme.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 2, 2021 -
Courtesy of A&W
A&W pokes fun at fellow QSRs with 'Anti-Celeb Meals'
Created with agency Coomer, the cheeky effort spotlights employees as "locally sourced celebrities" and doubles as a recruiting strategy amid a labor shortage.
By Asa Hiken • Updated Dec. 6, 2021 -
Courtesy of Hormel Foods Corporation
Mr. Peanut doles out 'nutstalgia' for holidays with music video, gift boxes
The '80s-inspired "A Nutty Holiday" features "Die Hard" actor Reginald VelJohnson and nods to debate over whether the film is a Christmas movie.
By Chris Kelly • Dec. 1, 2021 -
Courtesy of Corona
Corona uncaps branded island experience that puts nature first
Opening in 2022 and located in the Caribbean Sea, the getaway is themed around sustainability while mirroring the brew's beach-going ads.
By Peter Adams • Nov. 30, 2021 -
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Grey Goose ties with Grammys as official spirit partner in multiyear pact
The deal follows a slew of recent efforts by the vodka brand to tie itself more closely to themes of style, music and culture.
By Asa Hiken • Nov. 29, 2021 -
Courtesy of White Castle
White Castle signs up for OnlyFans to share spicy Thanksgiving content
A safe-for-work video riffs on the subscription-based platform's association with explicit material, but the burger chain may have miscalculated user interest.
By Peter Adams • Nov. 24, 2021 -
Courtesy of Cheetos
Cheetos turns iconic orange dust into art exhibit with latest musical tie-up
For an Art Basel experience, the Frito-Lay snack partnered with hip-hop lifestyle brand Rock The Bells to create art from "Cheetle."
By Chris Kelly • Nov. 23, 2021 -
Retrieved from Target on November 23, 2021
Deep DiveHow brands are turning inclusive holiday campaigns into more than 'inspiration porn'
Target and Starbucks lead the way for marketers trying to authentically embrace diversity and inclusion during a busy yet reflective season.
By Chris Kelly • Nov. 23, 2021 -
Courtesy of Hyundai Motor America
Spider-Man is stranded in Hyundai's new ad showcasing all-electric Ioniq 5
Spots tied to sequel "No Way Home" depict the on-the-lam hero cut off from web-swinging as the automaker ramps up its EV marketing.
By Peter Adams • Nov. 22, 2021 -
Courtesy of Expedia Group
ColumnCampaign Trail: Expedia Group advocates for getaways over gadgets this Black Friday
In the first effort uniting Expedia, Vrbo and Hotels.com, contextual ads "hijack" searches online as holiday shoppers browse big ticket toys.
By Natalie Black (Koltun) • Nov. 19, 2021 -
Courtesy of Niantic
Niantic pushes vision for 'real-world metaverse' in first brand campaign
In "Meet You Out There," the firm behind Pokemon Go challenges big tech's outlook on the metaverse by encouraging people to use AR outdoors.
By Asa Hiken • Nov. 18, 2021 -
Retrieved from Bacardi on November 18, 2021
Bacardi heralds first holiday campaign in years with Times Square takeover
"Winter Summerland" looks to provide warmth in the wintry months through a DJ/bartender character who breaks up snowy scenes with island music.
By Peter Adams • Nov. 18, 2021 -
Courtesy of Kraft Macaroni and Cheese
Kraft Macaroni and Cheese shifts focus to brand and destigmatizing 'comfort'
In its first campaign messaging around emotion, the CPG marketer leverages TikTok so fans can illustrate how they feel about mac and cheese.
By Asa Hiken • Nov. 16, 2021 -
Courtesy of Frito-Lay
Frito-Lay's SunChips gives artists chance to craft ads
In partnership with a star of Netflix's "Queer Eye," a virtual art contest allows the brand to collect both user-generated content and first-party data.
By Chris Kelly • Nov. 15, 2021 -
Courtesy of Instacart
Instacart cooks up mealtime family bonding in first brand campaign
All dishes shown in the "How Homemade is Made" ad are available through QR codes that link to shoppable recipes on the app.
By Natalie Black (Koltun) • Nov. 15, 2021
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