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Sweet Sadie’s Dynamite for Exceptional Content Includes An Expanded Collective

Known for merging deep discovery with creative production, Sweet Sadie collaborates with networks, agencies, brands and nonprofits on advertising camp

Giggle app's billboard at University of Pennsylvania state "female spaces are necessary" for Women’s History Month.

Women's app "Giggle" has impeccable timing, as they booked a billboard at the University of Pennsylvania state for the entirety of Wome
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Labelium Play Goes To The NXTLVL

First-Mover Gaming Advertising Agency Dedicated to Integrating Brands Into Gaming And Digital Entertainment Goes Live With Accredition by Twitch Gamep
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Open Swim Launches in Brooklyn

Open Swim works to guide projects from start to finish with the ultimate care from artisans experienced in their craft.
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Alibaba appoints POD Studios as Strategic Digital Partner in European Expansion

By working with POD Studios, Alibaba is looking to expand its customer base across European markets by leveraging cost-efficient and innovative strate
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Unemployed Theo

Unemployed Theo 2001 revived in 2022

Back in the first dot com boom, a lot of people were suddenly laid off in droves in the ad agency world too.
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Tuff Contender’s DJay Brawner Directs Brand Docs for Vans Custom Culture Artists via Creative Drinking Agency

To pay homage to the entrepreneur and innovator that Paul Van Doren was, Vans is asking students to showcase their DIY take on the four pillars that m
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Fredrik Bäckar Expands Directorial Representation to US via Believe Media

Through the years, Fredrik Bäckar has enjoyed close collaborations on commercial projects with directors Fredrik Bond, Andreas Nilsson, Jeff Lowe, Tra
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Win one of the 13 scholarships for Undergraduate Courses in Design, Fashion, Visual Arts and Management 2022/2023 at IED Barcelona

Start your professional future in an international environment! Show your talent and creativity.

The One Club for Creativity Stands with Ukraine

The One Club for Creativity condemns in the strongest terms the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and the humanitarian crisis it has inflicted on the count

Milk + Honey United Makes Us “Feel Better” With a Joyful Brand Campaign for Rosemary Health

SYDNEY, March 4, 2022 — In a striking break from traditional healthcare marketing, independent creative company Milk + Honey United has unveiled a fre

GET INTO BET MODE - Don't F*** With Susie Essman (2022) :30

“Get Into Bet Mode is a brand platform that brings to life one of our core product differentiators, the deep integration between media and betting,

Russian anti war activists sneak anti-war messages onto Moscow metro trains

A group of anonymous anti-war activists in Russia are sneaking anti-war messages onto Moscow's subway trains, by masquerading them as subway map

TBWA copywriter Dotun Bello and One Club launch Lagos Creative Bootcamp in Nigeria

As a way to help elevate the creative community in his native Nigeria, TBWA\Chiat Day New York senior copywriter Dotun Bello has partnered with The O

Paola Kudaki Directs CoverGirl Campaign with New Ambassador America Ferrera

Directed by Believe Media’s Paola Kudacki, the spot offers a glimpse into Ferrera’s path to embracing her identity as a Latina woman, playful artist,

Plenity’s “Who Said” Via Agency The&Partnership Embraces Fresh Motivation With Audio To Match

Sonic Union was approached by The&Partnership for a full suite of sonic solutions – music, sound, and audio.

A 60-year-old Kerala daily wage laborer turns model in photoshoot gone viral

60-year-old Mammikka from Kerala worked as a daily wage labourer before being discovered by a creative agency.

Levi's brand president Jennifer Sey turned down a $1 million severance "in exchange for my voice."

A substack post from Jennifer Sey hit like a bomb on Valentine's day.

Mass Hypnosis in the cinema at Göteborg Film Festival

Göteborg Film Festival launches The Hypnotic Cinema – a mind-bending experiment where visitors are challenged to lose control in the cinema by being h

Ikea "Endlich zu Hause" - says goodbye to Angela Merkel in full page newspaper ad (Germany)

IKEA, the Swedish flat-pack furniture king, says goodbye to Angela Merkel in a full-page newspaper ad that ran in Germany.

The Salvation Army Helps People “Keep It Going” In New PSA Produced by Camp Lucky For Agency LERMA/

Camp Lucky is honored to help bring to life The Salvation Army’s new giving campaign PSA, “Keep It Going.”
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Louis Vuitton Takes Audiences To The “Holiday House” In New Brand Film Directed by Augustus Punch & Creative Directed by Roman Coppola

Louis Vuitton reveals a wonder-filled 2021 Holiday campaign in “Holiday House,” directed by Augustus Punch, creative directed by Roman Coppola, and st
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Camp Lucky Provides Post Support To PSA To Warn Teens About “Lean” Via Agency TracyLocke

The Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) in collaboration with the Partnership to End Addiction asked creative agency, TracyLocke to create

AIR (Alliance of Independent Representatives) Launches To Give Voice To The Professionals Who Connect The Industry

The mission of the organization is to advocate and promote the interests of independent representative companies who connect content creatives with ag

barrettSF and Sutter Health Demonstrate “Resilient” In New Campaign Directed by Plummer/Strauss

The spot aims to ease patients back into the doctor's office.

Digitas Buenos Aires presents the new campaign for Smirnoff Bitter Citric / "A SMIRNOFF TWIST TO THE WORLD OF APERITIFS"

Buenos Aires, September 2021.- Digitas Buenos Aires presents the first campaign developed for Smirnoff Bitter Citric, the fresh line of aperitifs that
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AD STARS 2021: “We Are Bloated with Data, Starved for Wisdom”

The world is being rewritten in code so all creatives must learn to code, says Joanna Peña-Bickley, head of research and design at Alexa Devices at Am
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Truth in Advertising… In A Platform World

At AD STARS 2021, Publicis Groupe Japan’s Sosuke Koyama and Rish Gopal called on the advertising industry to self-regulate against the ethical dangers

Munya Chawawa to ‘race around Britain’ in new youtube original comedy

UK’s Hottest Young Comedian to Explore Great Britain in Unique Take on a Travelogue Today at The Edinburgh TV Festival, Luke Hyams, Head of Ori

Meet Nicolas Maldonado: Rising Star & .Movtogether Mentee

.Movtogether was founded by members of the entertainment and advertising community in 2020 who wanted to harness their experience to provide exposure
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Ron Popeil, infomercial icon

Infomercial King Ron Popeil dies at 86.

Ron Popeil, infomercial icon has passed away.

Dive Into How & Why Sonic Branding Summons Associations And Develops Strong Familiarity With Brands

On Thursday, July 8th, .movtogether presents a session on sonic branding led by award-winning music company Syn.

Goose droppings in beer brewing – this Finnish city takes sustainability communications to the next level

This summer Finns can drink beer brewed with wild herbs, food waste and even goose poop.

Director Vikram Gandhi Brings Experience In Fiction and Non-Fiction To Branded Content Via Bullitt

The award-winning director has joined Bullitt for exclusive representation in branded content.

Syn Unites with Black Theatre United to Amplify Inspirational Song “Stand for Change”

International music agency Syn has joined forces with New York based non-profit organization, Black Theater United (BTU) for select placement of their

Pfaff Harley-Davidson - “Tough Turban” (2021) 2:00 (Canada)

Every so often there is an innovative idea that just makes you applaud when you see it. This is one of them. 

NuContext & Founder/Executive Producer Angela Guice Celebrate 15 Years of Success

Specializing in the conception, production, and post-production of promotional marketing campaigns and branded content for film and television series,

Havoc Content Re-Launches & Expands
Under New Owner/EP Leslie Harro

The company has re-launched with a new vision, a new brand, and a new owner — Executive Producer Leslie Harro.

RE:Store Launches First Free Ad Campaign for LA-Based Black-owned Business Hurt by COVID-19

The company lends the hardest-hit Black-owned businesses of Los Angeles much-needed creative advertising execution, including credits provided in part

The Directors Bureau Welcomes Doron Max Hagay

Director Of SNL Shorts, Digital Series & Vimeo Staff Pick Indie Films Takes On Branded Content

Walt Becker Joins Filmmaking Collective Bullitt

Becker is a director, screenwriter, producer, and author whose films have grossed close to a billion dollars worldwide.

Lucky 21 and Lucky Post Go To Camp Lucky

Sister companies Lucky 21 and Lucky Post have officially united as collective studio Camp Lucky a place where creativity and lasting relationships thr

Innovative Director Amber Park Joins Expanding Family of Filmmakers & Storytellers at Believe Media

Park has signed with Believe Media for representation worldwide.

Cut+Run Promotes Brian Mulvey To Senior Producer

Mulvey has produced notable projects spanning many genres, from comedy spots to music videos, feature films, and commercials.

Labelium Americas launches "Labelium Play"

Leading Global E-commerce Performance Agency Debuts Practice Dedicated to Integrating Brands into Gaming and Digital Entertainment

Flamin' Hot Lies

In the 1959 Alfred Hitchcock movie North By Northwest Cary Grant plays an advertising executive caught up in a web of espionage and intrigue.

Not Washing Your Face Before Bed is a Big Problem. So Bioré® Created a Big Reminder

Forgetting to wash your face before bed is the ultimate skin sin. Yet so many of us do it.

Multi-hyphenate Eric Andre Joins Bullitt For Commercial Representation

Comedian, actor and director Eric Andre's collaboration with Bullitt marks his official foray into directing in the branded content and advertisi

Hiatus Celebrates Third Anniversary & Welcomes Editor Joe Kell

Creative editorial & Post-production boutique Hiatus celebrates its Third Anniversary this month in April and welcomes new Editor Joe Kell.

Green The Bid Adds More Industry Leaders To Advisory Board

Green The Bid, the grassroots initiative and community supporting the advertising industry in shifting to zero-waste, net-carbon neutral, sustainable

Believe Media Signs Impossible Brief For Global Representation; Director/Designer Duo Joins Family of Filmmakers & Storytellers

Directing team Impossible Brief (Director/Designers James Zwadlo & Chris Levett) are bringing their vast creative talents to Believe Media.

ITV skip all ads after Prince Philip's death to bring uninterrupted obituary coverage

As news came out, ITV bosses decided to scrap all adverts after Prince Philip's death on Friday at the age of 99, to allow for uninterrupted news

Augustus Punch Brings Innovative Creativity To The Directors Bureau

Directing duo Augustus Punch signs with The Directors Bureau for US representation.

ArtClass Signs Director/Creative Director Shaun Collings

Bicoastal production company ArtClass has signed Director Shaun Collings for commercial, promo, and branded content representation.

Definition 6 Welcomes Emmy-Winning Mixer/Sound Designer Ted Marcus

At Definition 6, Marcus has already completed work for Nickelodeon, CBS Sports, HBO, and EPIX.

Acclaimed Production Industry Veterans Launch Wild Gift

David Mitchel and Tomer DeVito have launched Wild Gift, a production company that’s home to an incredibly accomplished roster of established director

Lauren Hertzberg Promoted to Partner of Cut+Run

Lauren Hertzberg has been made a partner and has assumed the role of Managing Partner.

Wild Card Creative Group Expands Female Leadership Team, hires Tynesha Williams as ECD of 3AM Division

The creative content group hires Tynesha Williams as ECD of 3AM Division

Believe Media Welcomes Filmmaker & Storyteller Hoj Jomehri Into Its Family of Directors

Director Hoj Jamehri has joined the branded content and commercial roster at Believe Media.

Director Julian Acosta Joins The Directors Bureau

The Directors Bureau welcomes multi-talented director Julian Acosta to its roster.

Preymaker Expands Production Team

100% Cloud Native Company Continues to Build Its Unique Offering by Adding Industry Veterans Zachary Fortin and Bridgette Doran

Director/Photographer Zen Sekizawa Signs With WoodShop; Company Continues to Expand Diverse Directorial Roster

Director/Photographer Zen Sekizawa has signed with WoodShop, as the company continues to expand its diverse directorial roster this year.

Wondros Collective Welcomes Beauty & Lifestyle Director/Photographer Ondrea Barbe To Diverse Roster

Wondros Collective has welcomed beauty & lifestyle Director/Photographer Ondrea Barbe.

Dentsu to cut 6,000 jobs overseas as part of restructuring

The previously announced reorganization will eliminate redundancies and reduce agency brands from 160 to six.

Patrick Quinn, co-founder of ALS Ice Bucket challenge has died

Quinn co-created the challenge that became a viral sensation with celebrities taking part, died Sunday, age 37.

Bar chain "Shotluckan" proclaims themselves their own country to avoid 10 pm ban on alcohol sales

A Swedish bar-chain named, roughly translated, "The Shot spot" and with the motto "Life's too short to sip drinks" has procla

Creating a logo that becomes a meme, while others reap the financial benefit

Pakistani designer, minimalist and self-confessed type-o-holic Owais Riaz created the logo meme of 2020 back in June, which reached the front page of

TikTok ad agency hostage and Ransoming the ransomers

This week I got stuck into one of the more interesting advertising industry social media incidents that I've seen.

VERYSERIOUS are very serious and have taken agency social media accounts HOSTAGE

Very serious have taken social media accounts, specifically TikTok accounts, hostage.

Type Directors Club launches awards, names juries, campaign by Sunday Afternoon

Established in 1946, TDC celebrates and amplifies the power of typography and serves as a global community united by the shared belief that type drive

Fred & Farid and JCDecaux launch an uplifting campaign in US

#WeKeepGoing 150 slogans promoting positivity and resiliency in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Boston.

The One Club and Type Directors Club Agree to Merge, Offering Fresh Reset on TDC Programs and Focus

Below please find important news for art directors and graphic designers: The One Club for Creativity announced a merger agreement with the Type Direc

Syn Presents New Collection Of Multi-Genre Music Collection Made In Japan

Two-Year Long Recording and Producing Project Now Available
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Pantone launches new shade of red to end menstruation stigma

A campaign by color matching company aims to ‘emboldens people who menstruate to feel proud of who they are’

Smucker’s corporate identity evolution turns over a new leaf

Smucker's, the company which in consumer's minds is synonymous with fruits and berry jams, has revamped its logo in order to more accurately

CNN's Van Jones to keynote The One Club's global Where Are All The Black People free online diversity conference

CNN’s Van Jones to Keynote The One Club’s Global “Where Are All The Black People” Diversity Conference 10th year of the conference goes global

New agency Will launches in Los Angeles vowing to fight cancel culture

The agency aims to include creatives from across the ideological spectrum, and get back to the basis of creative idea-based work that sells.

Airbnb bans house parties worldwide

The rental property disruption company is now just like your parents.

New Los Angeles Women's Soccer team Angel City taps Battery, R/GA and Plural as partners

Late last month, the National Women's Soccer League awarded the exclusive right to found a professional women's team in Los Angeles to a con

ADLEAK: Whistleblowers invited

AdLeaker is an anonymous whistleblower hotline where concerned insiders can securely release tips, documents, data, and other information about the ad

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