Category Archives: advertising
Friday Funday
Just wanted to a take a quick minute to wish everyone a happy Friday and a fun-filled weekend. Here’s a video from a Volkswagen campaign. They took an ordinary subway staircase and transformed it into a piano. Might not have … Continue reading
Filed under advertising, Random but Fun, Raves
Mad Men according to Sesame Street
AMC’s Mad Men is officially cultural phenomenon. Not because it won a ton of awards. Not because every blogger and Twitterer writes about them. Not even because Banana Republic launched a line of clothes inspired by the show. Mad Men … Continue reading
Filed under advertising, Pop Culture, Random but Fun
This Campaign Cost Nothing
In one sentence: I am blown away by the VIA Group‘s pro bono project for the Salvation Army of Northern New England. As you can see from these photos, they were able to use donated ad space, volunteers and local … Continue reading
Filed under advertising, Commercials, Community Service, Raves
Viral Video Wednesday
In addition to my last post about the web cam music video, I just found another great example of viral video marketing. This time, it’s Benson mattress company’s attempt to set the world record for mattress dominos. Mattress dominos? Yeah. … Continue reading
Filed under advertising, Commercials, interactive marketing, Random but Fun, technology
When I Grow Up I Wanna Work in Advertising
This video is a few years old, but it’s hilarious.
Filed under advertising, Career, Commercials, Random but Fun
The Joy and Sorrow of Account Service
The Vendor Client relationship – in real world situations I’m big on metaphors. This movie? A metaphor for my job.
Filed under advertising, Career, Commentary, Rants
Advertising and blogging – finally there are rules!
When I was in college I was offered a job blogging. Cool. Right? I thought so too until I found out that the company wanted me to blog about their clients products and how fabulous they are. And while I’m … Continue reading
Filed under advertising, Helpful Tips, interactive marketing
Top Brands on (and off) Twitter
Of the 100 most mentioned brands on Twitter, the vast majority do not have corporate accounts. Imagine the influence that these brands could have if they were engaging in conversations with consumers via Twitter. They could answer questions, respond to … Continue reading →
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