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PopSockets boosts recall 56% with Facebook playable ads
The mobile accessories maker's campaign resulted in an average of 5.3 interactions per unique user.
By Robert Williams • April 23, 2019 -
Deep Dive
What Keith Weed's departure means for Unilever — and CMOs generally
Reports that the company could retire the chief marketer mantle with the loss of one of its most high-profile champions would be neither entirely surprising nor the alarm bell some industry watchers might think it is, according to analysts.
By Peter Adams • April 23, 2019 -
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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Syfy revamps AR app, Facebook photo filter for 'Happy' series promo
The cable channel is also readying an immersive experience that lets viewers follow six interlocking stories for a separate campaign.
By Robert Williams • April 22, 2019 -
45% of diners have tried a restaurant because of social media
Marketing agency MGH's study found that 74% of U.S. consumers are more likely to visit or order from an establishment that engages with fans on social.
By Alicia Kelso • April 22, 2019 -
Adidas, Donald Glover drop short films for new shoe deal
Glover also used Apple's AirDrop feature to give away pairs of the new sneakers to Coachella attendees.
By Robert Williams • April 22, 2019 -
Samsung's '/make' series on YouTube wins over Gen Z
Nearly 80% of viewers said they want more episodes that show how influencers create videos.
By Robert Williams • April 22, 2019 -
EMarketer: Native ads to grab 63% of display spending in 2019
Facebook will benefit most from the growth in native ad spending on social media.
By Robert Williams • April 18, 2019 -
Axe takes another swing at breaking masculine stereotypes with 'bathsculinity' campaign
Comedian-actor Lil Rel Howery appears in a series of YouTube ads as part of the Unilever brand's latest push to redefine masculinity.
By Laura Klepacki • April 18, 2019 -
7-Eleven weaves 'Pokemon' AR experiences into loyalty app
"Pokemon Go" comes full circle as the convenience store chain lets customers win products with an immersive activity around the movie premiere.
By Robert Williams • April 18, 2019 -
Grey Goose distills relatable luxury into first major campaign in a decade
Kicking off at bars in London and New York, the effort featured comedians Colin Jost and Jamie Foxx, who posed as bartenders, served drinks and performed stand-up comedy.
By Laura Klepacki • April 18, 2019 -
Social media users trust fellow consumers more than brands, study finds
Brand content needs to be authentic, relatable and unbiased in order to gain consumer trust.
By Robert Williams • April 18, 2019 -
Facebook is building a voice assistant
The new voice technology will work with Facebook's AR/VR products including Portal smart displays and Oculus headsets.
By Robert Williams • April 18, 2019 -
Urban Outfitters pilots live shopping parties on Dote app
The new feature allows influencers to broadcast to followers on the shopping app.
By Lisa Rowan • April 18, 2019 -
Dietz & Watson sells Dietz Nuts boxers, merch at Philly pop-up
The Delishop will sell branded gear and feature an appearance by Flyers mascot Gritty this summer.
By Laura Klepacki • April 17, 2019 -
Land Rover steers toward women with urban-focused campaign
"Live for the City" stands out in an industry with a long history of marketing to men, although this is starting to change.
By Natalie Black (Koltun) • April 17, 2019 -
Netflix content chief to oversee marketing, lead new CMO search
The switch announced around Q1 earnings comes as the company preps for a more competitive streaming market that will include Apple and Disney.
By Peter Adams • April 17, 2019 -
Neiman Marcus adds shoppable Instagram tech
Through mobile application Salesfloor's latest feature, stylists can better connect with customers.
By Lisa Rowan • April 16, 2019 -
T-Mobile's Metro plays H-O-R-S-E with influencers for NBA playoffs
The prepaid wireless brand challenges fans to submit trick shot videos on social media for a chance to meet MVP hopeful Giannis Antetokounmpo.
By Robert Williams • April 16, 2019 -
Silk rallies support to make sustainability-focused 'plogging' an Olympic sport
The Danone brand is pushing the combination of jogging and picking up litter to burnish its B Corp credentials.
By Laura Klepacki • April 16, 2019 -
HBO summons ice dragon for 'Game of Thrones' Snapchat lens
Demonstrating Snapchat's new geolocated feature, the AR filter shows a virtual beast landing on New York's Flatiron Building.
By Robert Williams • April 15, 2019 -
Study: Mobile games better for brand safety than social media
They're also more effective at driving purchases, with 25% of respondents saying they bought a product after seeing an in-game ad.
By Robert Williams • April 15, 2019 -
YSL journeys to Coachella with 'beauty station' pop-up
Along a highway near the festival, the activation includes virtual product sampling, lipstick customization, makeup tutorials and influencer content.
By Laura Klepacki • April 15, 2019 -
Disruptor brands and influencers dominate haircare search, study finds
Watermans beat out Head & Shoulders, Pantene and Garnier with an 8.6% share of searches in the haircare category.
By Chris Kelly • April 15, 2019 -
Deep Dive
Sonic boom: Why more brands are composing musical branding strategies
Once the exclusive domain of major corporations, sonic brand identities today are seeing growing interest as digital media's reach continues to expand.
By Laura Klepacki • April 15, 2019 -
Study: 3 key audience segments to inform 'Game of Thrones' marketers' strategies
As the ad-free show enters its final season, MiQ identified different fan groups — dubbed the Lannisters, Targaryens and Starks — and their biggest consumption habits.
By Laura Klepacki • April 15, 2019