Social Media: Page 12

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    Marketers ramp up social spending as ROI prospects improve, survey says

    Over half of media decision-markers plan to increase investments in the category this year, up from 44% who said they would do so in April.

    By • Aug. 23, 2023
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    Heinz takes a stand against ‘stupid spicy’ foods in latest campaign

    The effort promotes the brand’s line of spicy ketchup products through digital video ads spread across a variety of social media platforms.

    By • Aug. 23, 2023
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    Trendline

    Retail Marketing

    Top stories that underscore the leading influences on retail marketing, including the creator economy, '90s nostalgia and Gen Z. 

    By Marketing Dive staff
  • Behr Paint Company Announces 2024 Color of the Year “Cracked Pepper”
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    How Behr, Home Depot are using data to market 2024’s Color of the Year

    The paint marketer will leverage Instagram and Home Depot’s retail media network to target Cracked Pepper at consumers in the mood for renovations.

    By Aaron Baar • Aug. 22, 2023
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    Guinness pits Joe Montana against Joe Burrow in battle over 0

    The cross-generational football stars argue over the number as the beer brand ramps up marketing around its non-alcoholic offering.

    By • Aug. 22, 2023
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    Anheuser-Busch reunites with Washington Commanders ahead of NFL season

    Both organizations are looking to move past recent controversies, with Bud Light front and center in the new multiyear sponsorship deal.

    By • Aug. 21, 2023
  • AXE & Lil Baby Launch 'Logne Forgiveness Program to Help Refund Guys' Expensive Cologne
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    Axe offers ‘Logne Forgiveness in latest affordable luxury push

    The brand has again teamed with rapper Lil Baby for a TikTok giveaway offering consumers a $150 Cash App refund for their expensive cologne.

    By Aaron Baar • Aug. 17, 2023
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    Celsius signs as official energy drink of MLS as US soccer buzz builds

    A partnership running through the 2026 season will see the beverage marketer sponsor extra time and receive integrations on Apple TV+.

    By • Aug. 16, 2023
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    Opinion

    What brands should know about the FTC’s updated Endorsement Guides

    The latest changes could impact marketers that team with social media influencers, according to Lauren Carey, an associate at Lewis Rice.

    By Lauren Carey • Aug. 16, 2023
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    X’s new CEO hire has done little to stem brand exodus, report says

    Over one-third of brands advertising on the platform in May, when Linda Yaccarino took the reins, did not return in June, MediaRadar found.

    By • Aug. 11, 2023
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    X enlists IAS to provide pre-bid brand safety certification

    The social media platform formerly known as Twitter is taking steps to shore up brand safety issues that have led major advertisers to exit.

    By Aaron Baar • Aug. 10, 2023
  • La-Z-Boy rolls out AI-powered ‘decliner’ as part of brand refresh
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    La-Z-Boy rolls out AI-powered ‘decliner’ as part of brand refresh

    In addition to a national ad campaign, the brand created The Decliner, a recliner that generates a cancellation excuse via SMS by pulling its handle.

    By • Aug. 9, 2023
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    Oscar Mayer joins social media’s ‘hot dog or legs’ debate

    An extension of its “Keep it Oscar” platform, the effort will elevate the Kraft Heinz brand’s products in hopes of tying them to a trend popular on TikTok.

    By • Aug. 8, 2023
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    Pereira O’Dell hires Meta creative lead with eye on AI-powered future

    Bringing on Juliana Constantino as executive creative director comes as the indie creative shop shifts from a bicoastal to national focus.

    By • Aug. 7, 2023
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    Instagram celebrates Gen Z connections in short film-led campaign

    The Meta-owned platform seeks to show how it can help foster connection for Gen Z users who have moved toward TikTok in the last few years.

    By • Aug. 3, 2023
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    Sociable: Pinterest’s user growth slows while engagement gains with younger audiences

    In Q2, Gen Z was Pinterest’s largest contributor to overall engagement growth and the fastest growing cohort.

    By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 3, 2023
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    Apple spotlights global fintech ambitions with ‘Pay the Apple Way’ campaign

    Digital out-of-home ads in the U.S. and U.K. and tie-ups with a slew of TikTok creators are designed to promote the convenience of Apple Pay.

    By • Aug. 3, 2023
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    White Claw encourages consumers to take time off this summer

    A majority of employed Americans have not planned a vacation this summer, a situation the hard seltzer brand seeks to remedy with an Instagram contest.

    By • Aug. 3, 2023
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    Sponsored by Meta

    Using AI to unlock creativity in marketing

    With new AI-powered digital tools emerging, an indispensable opportunity exists to create cutting-edge campaigns that target the most relevant audiences.

    By Goksu Nebol-Perlman, VP, Product Marketing, Monetization • Aug. 2, 2023
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    Volvo showcases denim car interiors with Pinterest keyword takeover

    The new EX30 SUV is capitalizing on the “denim” keyword at a time when related queries are booming to showcase its recycled interiors.

    By • July 31, 2023
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    Gap hands mic to kids for back-to-school tie-up with ‘Recess Therapy’

    Quick-witted students share their first-day-of-school wisdom in a video made in collaboration with the channel behind the now-iconic “corn kid.”

    By • July 31, 2023
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    Pepsi vies to unseat Coke as preferred cola pairing with rum

    New ads reveal Pepsi globes hidden in the logos of leading rum brands as the marketer fights for a bigger spot at the bar and off-premise.

    By • July 28, 2023
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    McDonald’s says Grimace birthday push shook up strong Q2 earnings

    A darkly funny trend around the brand mascot and a limited-edition purple shake that went viral on TikTok was cited as a driver of growth.

    By • July 27, 2023
  • Margot Robbie attends the press junket and Photo Call for "Barbie" at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills on June 25, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.
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    ‘Barbie’ AI selfie generator goes viral with 13M users

    Marketed ahead of the film’s debut, the playful experience gained a slew of attention by consumers, brands and celebrities. 

    By Aaron Baar • July 27, 2023
  • Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg, wearing a gray sweater, puts his hands up during a presentation.
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    Meta revenue rises 11% as leaner organization keeps new products rolling

    CEO Mark Zuckerberg pointed to the quick launch of Threads as an example of how his promised “year of efficiency” is paying off with users and advertisers.

    By • July 27, 2023
  • Chipotle's "Get in the Pit" campaign image, shown as a poster on a busy sidewalk, timed to National Avocado Day.
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    Chipotle experiments with Threads for National Avocado Day

    The QSR chain is one of the first to center its marketing around the platform, using it to drop text-to-win codes that will give away concert and festival tickets.

    By • July 26, 2023