Creative
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P&G amplifies call for equal pay, makes financial pledge following World Cup victory
The marketer's Secret brand, a sponsor of the U.S. women's team, ran a full-page ad in The New York Times and said it will donate a symbolic $529,000 to the cause.
By Peter Adams • July 15, 2019 -
Marvel and Axe partner on web comic series 'The Fresh-Men'
The effort, which includes a mixtape and a presence at Comic-Con, is a way for the grooming brand to get in front of its target audience as ad-free media options proliferate.
By Dianna Christe • July 15, 2019 -
Deep DiveNo ads, no problem: How marketers are collaborating with streaming platforms
Brands are rushing to capitalize on ad-free streaming hits that draw young audiences, but experts warn that hopping on the bandwagon may not be the best strategy.
By Kira Barrett • July 15, 2019 -
Gold Peak Tea celebrates comforts of home with 'tea shed,' multichannel push
The Coca-Cola brand teamed with TV personality Egypt Sherrod to design a tea shed, a riff on the home improvement show "He Shed, She Shed."
By Chris Kelly , Barry Levine • July 12, 2019 -
ColumnComic Dive: Justice? Do It
Despite online outrage, Nike continues to take cues from Colin Kaepernick — a risk that hasn't impacted sales.
By John Hazard • July 12, 2019 -
Glad enlists comedian Grace Helbig for 'Off-Road Kitchen Challenge' video
A follow-up to last year's "Upside Down Kitchen" campaign, the video underscores how the Clorox brand uses YouTube to take creative swings.
By Barry Levine • July 12, 2019 -
NBA nets Twitch marketer Kate Jhaveri as new CMO
Jhaveri, a digital veteran who's held posts at Facebook and Twitter, will oversee initiatives ranging from data to esports strategy.
By Peter Adams • July 11, 2019 -
Stella Artois challenges drinkers to rethink summer vacations
The brand brings in Idris Elba to push a theme of relatability with a social media-heavy campaign and new outdoor creative.
By Barry Levine • July 11, 2019 -
Jeep turns up Jeremy Renner's original music for latest summer campaign
The brand filmed the ads and a music video simultaneously, as well as a documentary that follows the "Avengers" actor's musical efforts.
By Barry Levine • July 11, 2019 -
Macy's Story goes outside with Dick's Sporting Goods
The department store partnered with the national sporting goods chain and Miracle-Gro for its latest experiential concept.
By Kaarin Vembar • July 10, 2019 -
Schick promotes self-love with parody video, contest
Jackie Cruz of "Orange is the New Black" woos herself on "Feelin' Myself Island," in a parody of reality dating shows like "Love Island."
By Dianna Christe • July 10, 2019 -
Supercuts seeks fresh brand look with humorous campaign, technology push
New creative stars a bald "House of Cards" actor, who jealously shames people for taking their hair for granted.
By Peter Adams • July 10, 2019 -
Cotton Inc. debuts Amazon store curated by celebrity stylist
Featuring brands like American Apparel, J. Crew and Adidas, the Hamptons-inspired collection was put together by eight social media influencers.
By Dianna Christe • July 10, 2019 -
Microsoft's expansive 'Stranger Things' tie-in features retro Windows app
The software giant also plans to host Camp Know Where events that give teens a chance to participate in coding and video editing workshops.
By Robert Williams • July 09, 2019 -
Deep DiveThe year of 'woke-washing': How tone-deaf activism risks eroding brands
Experts warn an uptick in socially and politically aware advertising can read more as chasing headlines than meeting real consumer demands, and it could degrade trust in the industry.
By Peter Adams • July 08, 2019 -
Deep Dive9 buzzworthy campaigns that set brands apart in 2019's first half
From a shirtless Colonel Sanders to Ikea's take on the Kama Sutra, the most creative efforts blended standout messaging, digital savvy or a combination of the two to break through the noise.
By Peter Adams , Chantal Tode , Natalie Koltun , Chris Kelly , Kira Barrett • July 08, 2019 -
Deep DiveMarketing 2019: Key stats at the half
Breaking down the first half of the year's campaigns by the numbers.
By Natalie Koltun • July 08, 2019 -
Nike scores with Women's World Cup ad, sales
The U.S. Women's National Team home jersey is now the highest selling soccer jersey, men's or women's, the retailer has ever sold online.
By Cara Salpini • July 08, 2019 -
Budweiser uncaps behind-the-scenes documentary on brewing competition
Set to hit select theaters on Aug. 2, the film is part of a larger long-form content trend among big brands.
By Dianna Christe • July 08, 2019 -
Beef Association 'keeps sizzlin'' with ASMR-like video campaign
To reach millennials, the long-running "Beef. It's What's For Dinner" campaign gets a refresh.
By Dianna Christe • July 08, 2019 -
Burger King Sweden dares customers to order its plant-based menu items
The burger chain's "50/50 menu" gives diners a random chance of receiving regular meat patties or plant-based alternatives.
By Robert Williams • July 08, 2019 -
Report: Teen phenomenon TikTok taps 4 agencies to hone US strategy
The ByteDance-owned app wants to stand out less as an alternative to the likes of Snapchat, and more as a platform like YouTube, Ad Age reported.
By Peter Adams • July 03, 2019 -
Starbucks and Amazon partner on sports documentary about soccer
A new deal further cements the coffee chain's storytelling ambitions, which has included other productions like "Hingakawa" and "To Be Human."
By Dianna Christe • July 03, 2019 -
WSJ: Nike pulls flag-themed sneaker at Kaepernick's behest, setting off firestorm
An Air Max 1 model themed around July Fourth shipped before being recalled at the last minute. The decision has imperiled a deal for a planned manufacturing plant in Arizona.
By Peter Adams • UPDATED: July 2, 2019 at 2:10 p.m.
