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The news that the next 'Star Wars' film will be a sequel to episode six - 'Return Of The Jedi' - fills me with genuine excitement. That it will star Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher and Peter Mayhew is thrill upon thrill. However, if this...
Posted by: Magnus Shaw
As part of its ongoing 'Unbelievable' campaign for Pepsi Max, AMV BBDO, OMD UK and Talon Outdoor recently took to the streets of London to surprise the locals with aliens, robots, tigers and more besides. PepsiCo rigged a London bus stop with...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
‘Have you ever noticed how, in Hollywood movies, all the villains are played by Brits?’ asks a dinner-jacketed Sir Ben Kingsley in the commercial for the new Jaguar F-Type Coupe. Entitled ‘Rendezvous’ and aired at the Super...
Posted by: Ashley Morrison
What's the story behind you joining WCRS? Ross Neil and I got our break at HHCL in the last days of a truly great and innovative agency. A collection of original people who didn't quite fit in elsewhere in the industry. We’ve always been...
Posted by: House 337
We love Photoshop because it's one of the design industry's best tool and friend. Nowadays with the never ending supply of tutorials, apps and YouTube videos, anyone can be a designer, photographer and retoucher. With some fair amount of knowledge,...
Posted by: Creativepool
The most successful film in UK cinemas this week is 'Insidious 2'. Having seen the first 'Insidious' instalment just a couple of weeks ago, I don't think I'll bother with chapter two. The best horror movies are akin to long road trips through foreign...
Posted by: Magnus Shaw
Peter Capaldi is to be the new Doctor and I couldn't be more delighted. Apart from the fact I consider 'The Thick Of It' to be a television comedy so accomplished is resembles high art, Capaldi just has the face and demeanour of a Time Lord. Yes, I...
Posted by: Magnus Shaw
Like so many love affairs, our relationship with Google arrived unexpectedly, blossomed fabulously and soured rapidly and bitterly. We've thought fondly of companies before - Cadbury for their caring, socialist roots; Virgin for their casual...
Posted by: Magnus Shaw
by Ashley Morrison. And do you do what you love? OR do you now HATE what you USED TO love? If it's the latter, is that because it's now your job - and, because you do it day in, day out, it's taken all the love away? I put out this question out in...
Posted by: Creativepool
by John Fountain. Head writer at Lush from 1996 to 2010, Sarah is now Head of Ideas at the writing agency Afia. As an author she has penned 'The Fake Factor', 'Online Marketing in 7 Days (for people who can't avoid it any longer)', and '100 Great...
Posted by: Creativepool
by Ashley Morrison Ever since I was a child, I've been a massive James Bond fan. I still treasure the Aston Martin DB5 (with ejector seat action) I was given as a seven-year-old, I own a collector's box set of the films, I can name the composer to...
Posted by: Creativepool
by Magnus Shaw I'm in America. Staying in Kissimmee, Florida and genuinely delighted to see things looking a lot better. Last year I was alarmed at the number of boarded up stores and saddened by the prevalence of regular Americans soliciting money...
Posted by: Creativepool
Recently I had all four of my wisdom teeth removed. The experience was not dissimilar to the free pitches I've taken part in; horribly painful but unavoidable. And afterwards you feel you've left a little piece of yourself behind... Free pitching,...
Posted by: Creativepool
As things currently stand, wealthy business men are far more likely to face a mob brandishing flaming torches than the accolade 'national treasure'. Even Alan Sugar is, at best, a rather grouchy figure of fun. But if there's one glaring exception,...
Posted by: Creativepool
As many of you will know Topman has recently got itself in a bit of trouble with some new T-shirt designs featuring some rather questionable slogans. But given that the emotional responses these novelty slogan T-shirts usually conjure up range from...
Posted by: Creativepool
As BP's stricken rig barfed over 2000 barrels of oil a day into the Gulf of Mexico for the best part of a month, some wag suggested pouring gallons of vinegar into the ocean to create the world's largest salad dressing. But that's probably the extent...
Posted by: Creativepool
There are few sports as glitzy and glamorous as Formula 1. It's like rock'n'roll without the drugs but with everything else. A multi-billion dollar industry with fast cars (er, obviously), dashing men in shades, 'pit babes' (apologies to the...
Posted by: Creativepool
Product design and innovation consultancy Morrama in partnership with circular manufacturing company Batch.Works, recently announced the launch of a pair of pretty unique headphones. Kibu headphones have been designed and manufactured so that kids...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
In the dynamic and inspiring realm of design, the magic lies in the eyes of creatives who can transform ordinary concepts into extraordinary visual experiences. Whether you’re a prominent design agency or a budding design venture, selecting the...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
“So bad it’s good” is a line that’s been used to forgive woeful creative for eons now, but has it ever been applied to a popcorn bucket before? I’m referring, of course, to the viral popcorn bucket celebrating the launch...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
Social doesn't stand still - it’s consistently reinventing itself, shifting and growing to shape itself around trends, cultures, and moments in ‘real-time’. It’s this always-evolving dynamic state that sets it apart from any...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Whether you are introducing a new product, rebranding your marketing materials, or just want to come up with a fresh visual identity, hiring a print designer could be key to your success. It's a decidedly old fashioned but still incredibly flexible...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Continuous is a brand agency backed by 25 years of experience from parent company Uniform and it’s on a mission to help clients “adapt, thrive, and create a positive impact in a constantly changing world.” This week, we spoke to MD...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
How did you get into the industry? My journey into this exciting industry began as a freelance Storyboard artist for an advertising agency. Armed with a degree in Advertising and Marketing, I was eager to make my mark. Back in 1996, online...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
A commitment to lifelong learning promises many prolific returns. Expanding knowledge allows us to better understand the world and our fellow humans while advancing our skills. In a constantly changing world, innovation enhances professional...
Posted by: The Darnell Works Agency
There are few brands as highly coveted as Disney. This year marks 100 years since Walt Disney first stepped onto the global stage with the iconic Steamboat Willy cartoon and heralded the birth of modern animated cinema and in those ten decades, to...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
For those who think Wimbledon wouldn’t be the same without strawberries and cream and a glass of Pimm’s, you’re not alone. Every year, an estimated 191,000 portions are eaten, accompanied by more than 276,000 glasses of the tipple....
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
As I sit here in a virtual meeting, trying to get my son to get his sick IN, not outside of, the bucket while making sure I’m still on mute and keeping up with the conversations, I’m reminded how incredible women truly are and the...
Posted by: Momentum Worldwide
“Ground Dog Day” aims to reframe Dogs Trust as a charity that supports owners and their dogs through all stages of life. With the charity receiving an alarming 1,000 calls a week from worried owners who feel like they have no choice but...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
This year, B2B marketing specialist alan. Launched Integrated Intelligence - a new research division aiming to fundamentally change how B2B marketers understand their industries. Led by Research and Intelligence Managers, Josh Cohen and Emilie...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Each year, the Cannes Lions score the global branded communications and marketing industry on Reach, Communication, Craft, Experience, Innovation, Impact, Good, Health, Entertainment, and even more. The latest edition of our Global Creative Calendar...
Posted by: The Darnell Works Agency
Among dozens of momentous events set to play out in the weeks ahead, many are already underway, or will commence with the dawn of August. The list includes some of the world’s most famous cultural and creative industry gatherings set to welcome...
Posted by: The Darnell Works Agency
Across this month’s full slate of alluring extracurricular activities, everyone open to new experiences has worlds to gain. Current and future leaders spanning all industries are going all in: Curtains will soon draw back and stages will...
Posted by: The Darnell Works Agency
It’s been almost a week now since Vladimir Putin did the unthinkable and plunged Ukraine into a war they didn’t ask for in a move that still feels like the megalomaniacal equivalent of throwing your toys out of the pram. It’s dark...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
Writer/director James Gunn’s new “The Suicide Squad” spinoff “Peacemaker” successfully debuted on HBO Max last month, famously introducing yet another of the filmmaker’s iconic, buzz-worthy, music-driven title...
Posted by: The Darnell Works Agency
Trends. That’s right, it’s that time of the year again where we all become wannabe soothsayers and cast our minds as far forward as possible to escape the gaping maw of sadness that is the present. 2021 has not exactly been a banner...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns