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Stereotyping is almost unavoidable in advertising. Indeed, it could be argued that many campaign hinge on reinforcing them to a certain extent. Two agencies have taken a stance against this potentially destructive mind-set this week though, with two...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
When people ask me what I do for a living, I often simply reply; “I write.” This response is often met either by furrowed brows, genuine interest or complete surprise, as it would appear that to some people, the concept of actually making...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
Most people would probably agree that, these days, we are a much more touchy-feely nation than ever before. Or much more “politically correct”, if you want to be more politically correct about the label. But advertising is still one of...
Posted by: Ashley Morrison
We all like to think we’re “saying something” with our creative endeavours but when commerce is involved, there’s only so far we can really push the boundaries. That’s why so many creatives throughout recent history have...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
Tell us a bit about your role! Is there a “typical” day? As MD of Studio PI, an artist management and production agency, no day is the same for me. Every day involves managing a number of projects, the content of which varies on a...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
This week we’re getting to know Steph Hollett, head of production at RAPP. Tell us a bit about your role! What is one typical day like? As Head of Production at RAPP based in London, I work across all our clients, from Samsung and PayPal to...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Environmental, sovial and governace (ESG) criteria has become hugely important to businesses as well as consumers, with an increased demand for more and more companies to take a closer look at key ethical issues like diversity, equal pay,...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
If there’s one thing the creative industries should be doing more of, it’s giving opportunities to people who might otherwise feel such a career is beyond their reach. For decades now, there has been an uneasy unspoken rule that only the...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
To mark the end of Women’s History Month, we’re getting to know the illustrator, artists and graphic designer Lucie Corbasson, known professionally as Lucie Louxor. Lucie has been working as a freelance designer for just over four years...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Among other things, the pandemic crisis was a chance to re-ignite the conversation around mental health and rejuvenate the narrative with some much beloved (albeit often understated) themes. The past two years have seen a huge range of brilliant...
Posted by: Antonino Lupo
Some things are simply not meant for you. In the family of Sophie Evans, no one worked even remotely in anything creative. Healthcare was the obvious choice for her, to become a doctor and meet the expectations of everyone around her; and yet,...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
One in 10 advertising industry employees have suffered sexual harassment at work in the last 12 months, a recent report by think tank Credos revealed. These shocking findings came despite previous steps taken by the industry to stamp out such...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Another night and another awards show saw more Lions handed out on stage in Cannes last night with all eyes on the Creative Data, Creative Strategy, Direct, Media, PR and Social & Influencer Lions. A total of six more Grands Prix were awarded at...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Creative Duo Cabeza Patata (that's Potato Head in Spanish) have recently joined the Jelly Futures family just in time for Craft Month - that was handy wasn't it?! Formed by illustrator and craftswoman Katie Menzies and 3d artist and animator Abel...
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Jason Yates is many things. He’s a former actor who has appeared on some of the biggest shows in the UK (including Eastenders), a visionary marketing mind and a bloody nice bloke. First and foremost, however, he is the Managing Director of...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
The New England Patriots will clash with the Atlanta Falcons at Super Bowl 51 this coming Sunday, February 5th, but we're not interested in any of that. No. We're only interested in what happens between the plays. As is usually the case, brands are...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
When discussing the trends that will take hold in advertising next year, it's important to understand what a polarising year 2016 has been. As we approach year's end, we've all no doubt grown tired of the generic “I'll be glad when this year is...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
McCann London - Subway Subway is releasing a new festive campaign to celebrate its limited edition new sub sandwich, the “Festive Feast,” which is packed with turkey, sausage, bacon, and cranberry sauce. The ad, created by McCann London,...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
The Dentsu Aegis Network has announced the launch of a Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT+) employee network in the UK & Ireland, called “&PROUD.” As a member of LGBT+ equality charity Stonewall, &PROUD aims to support LGBT+...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
The FRESH AWARDS are back and with a BRAND NEW panel! Ladies and gentlemen, we would like to introduce you to this year's 'In-house design team' judges. We have a 50/50 gender policy to ensure equality and diversity on our panel. All of judges have...
Posted by: Hands Down™
Leo Burnett Leo Burnett Worldwide won 10 Lions in total across the Cyber and Design categories yesterday, bringing its total award count to 54. Leo Burnett Buenos Aires won a Gold Lion in the Cyber category for the Samsung “Safety Truck”...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Convincing someone that you’re right can feel like climbing Mount Everest in flip-flops. Have you ever given a completely logical explanation, only to be met with a blank stare or, worse, a wall of resistance? This challenge isn’t unique...
Posted by: Cris Hödar-Rasmussen
There’s a tendency to look back over history and only remember the bad times. After all, if we don’t learn from our history, we’re doomed to repeat it, right? But surely there’s something to be said for remembering the good...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with Chloe Christian and Olivia Dowd, the brilliant co-directors behind the powerful new production GRILLS, which is set to headline The Camden Roar Festival at Camden People’s Theatre from Tuesday,...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
The ban on “harmful gender stereotypes” that can into force in the UK thanks to the Advertising Standards Agency (ASA) back in 2019 is a move that, at the start at least, had its heart in the right place. In the ensuring five years,...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
Colgate, the world’s most used oral care brand, has launched its new brand system to transform dental hygiene for children and parents. Thanks to an integrated approach by brand acceleration agency bluemarlin, Colgate is now ready to revitalise...
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
The tech world has made some major strides towards gender inclusivity over the last decade. But the industry still has a long way to go if it’s to become truly reflective of the world in which we live. In order to do this, it’s important...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
A fixation on youth is endemic in advertising, with the fetishisation of bleached blonde locks, smooth bronzed skin and chiseled jawlines almost as old as the medium itself. But while there have been great strides made in recent years to diversify...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Annual 2021 represented a milestone in the realm of creativity this year. Following nearly two years of Zoom calls, restrictions and social distancing, The Annual was a chance to celebrate and to showcase the best creativity has to offer, an occasion...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Horrendous rainbow suits are on sale, brands have momentarily added some multicoloured pizzazz to their logos and, if you’re lucky, you might get a mumbled “Happy Pride” as the barista hands you your flat white. It can only mean one...
Posted by: House 337
When it comes to period care, not everyone is considered. Period-subscription service Freda believes that access to period products should be human right, but today, at this stage, there still isn't enough awareness that menstruation is not 'just' a...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Some campaigns are about more than just product and pricing. Direct Line Group clearly knows that quite well, and the brand wanted to show a younger audience how much it cared for their needs too. Despite a 'monster challenge' as big as Covid,...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
It's impossible to not have at least some notions about diversity and inclusion, in the industry of today. Though we are a long way behind where we should be, the industry is moving active steps forward to help inclusion and this can be applied to...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Inclusive design. We double-dare you to find a more relevant term or concept today. With a globalised world and countless opportunities to reach all kinds of niches and communities around the planet, designing for your own needs is just another...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
We kicked off Cannes Lions this year with a chat on Glass Lion judging and the importance of diversity and diverse backgrounds with Rafael Rizuto, Chief Creative Officer at San Francisco’s TBD and juror for the Glass Lion category this year at...
Posted by: Creativepool
