Showing posts with label BBH. Show all posts
Showing posts with label BBH. Show all posts

Thursday, 12 August 2010

Got some moves.

To most people, dancing is just throwing some pretty snazzy shapes on the dance floor, but it can be a powerful way of communication and influence.

In previous blogs, I've ranted on about: how amazing the 'Do the Labrini' campaign was; the pure awesome-ness of how 'Brains peform best when they're hydrated' (Drench); the equally exciting and similar 'lets observe the effect of evian on the body'. These examples of viral campaigns show that dance can be more than just the movement of the body, but is a form of performance, expression and more importanlty to ad agencies, enjoyment and interaction.

The Lynx Pulse advert from the boffins at Bartle Bogle Hegarty of 2003 will always be an earlier example. In all fairness they could have made more of the advert but it was followed up by a good tutorial website. Another successful campaign was last years T-Mobile 'Life is for Sharing' at Liverpool Street Station. This video literally dramatises the advert into 'the making of ...' and gives you an insight into what agency Saatchi & Saatchi put into creating just this short 2 1/2 minute advert. A more recent event promoting a Belgium reality show was recently staged at Antwerp Station, and used the same idea.

All these campaigns carry that feel good factor that does the brand some serious credit. By broadcasting a message by using social media and through viral advertising, was the right move for the respective companies. Talking of moves - I got some! Visit my website or get in touch if you want to find out about my creative talent

Friday, 16 July 2010

Campaign Concepts - Levis

I have to admit: I am not a copywriter, so no good at juggling around words. As a wannabe creative, I am never short of a few good ideas. If you haven't heard, Bartle Bogle Hegarty (a company I would love to work for) has just ended their 28 year long account with Levis. (Take a look at this Guardian article for more info). Due to this, I set about seeing what I could come up with and have produced three campaign concepts ...
Concept 1. Fat Guy Friendly
Not a p**s take but a comical approach to promoting how flexible and comfy Levis branded jeans can be. It has hidden messages showing that it's not about body size, it's about feeling comfortable and in Levis jeans - anyone will.
Concept 2. You too could look this good*
A cheeky campaign stating that in a Levis pair of jeans...you could look as good as this average everyday Joe/Josephine.
Concept 3. nothin' butt
Again showing how comfortable you can be when wearing a pair of Levis branded jeans. Snug and sitted yet flexible and snug!
Concept 4. take note
Instructing the viewer to pay attention to what Levis have to say about, you and their products.
I'll put more visuals and mock ups on the ol' facebook page and see if I can't submit some on the Creative Review Feed. Take a look and let me know what you think!

Thursday, 15 July 2010

I haven't blogged for ages!

Today I hear BBH have said goodbye to their 28 year long account with my second favorite (my first being Lucky Brand) denim company Levis. They'll be in the market for a new agency but I'll see if I can't get busy and create some clever concepts to send their way before hand.

On the subject of clever concepts, that amazingly put together Old Spice viral ad', I blogged about a while ago, has taken itself up a notch by continuing to create brand awareness through follow up social media. Via @oldspice twitter page anyone can ask the handsome 'Old Spice Guy' something and in return large cooperations and celebs have received personal video messages from the strong scented actor!

As I said before Old Spice has always been something your dad would have in his bathroom cabinet. Today however thanks to the work of agency Wieden + Kennedy’s and this genius campaign, Old Spice will now considered as being "hip, funny and cutting-edge".