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Congratulations too the 5 lucky winners of a exclusive #CPoolParty14 ticket for The Industry Bash of The Year! Take a look at our Vine below of us using our very sophisticated way of choosing the winners. On the 10th of September, Creativepool...
Posted by: Creativepool
Taking place over two weeks, with eight distinct design zones and two prestigious Awards Evenings, New Designers is the UK's most important graduate design exhibition, full of innovation and fresh thinking. The show sees over 3,000 of the most...
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If you're in the habit of staying in and watching ITV on a Saturday and Sunday night, you'll probably be familiar with Stevi Ritchie. If not, then I just need to tell you he's this year's comedy offering on the X-Factor. You know, the one who can't...
Posted by: Magnus Shaw
In a creative role-reversal, BBDO has teamed up with NBA superstar Chris Paul to create a new TV spot which shows Paul , the LA Clippers point guard, asking his young fans for photographs; a unique twist on the modern trend of fans taking 'selfies'...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
I was reminded recently, whilst watching the various political party election kick-offs, of a book by Simon Sinek called “Start with why”. As David and Ed start kicking metaphorical lumps out of each other, it occurred to me just how far...
Posted by: BWP Group
Quickly becoming one of the most coveted accolades in the creative industry’s award calendar, the 2016 Creativepool Annual’s were announced at an exclusive launch party at Covent Garden’s LIBRARY club last Thursday, March 10th. The...
Posted by: Creativepool
The golden age of the pop video brought us a buffet of treats, didn’t it? Who could forget Simon Le Bon lashed to a windmill sail in ‘Wild Boys’? Or Paula Abdul flirty dancing with a cartoon cat in ‘Opposites Attract’....
Posted by: Magnus Shaw
Freelancers (like you) are increasingly becoming an integral part of the modern business environment. Technology and collaboration tools allow people to work from anywhere and communicate with anyone, at any time, all over the world. And online...
Posted by: OpenText Hightail
Lessons we’ve learned along the way that has manifested into our guidelines which we today apply in all areas of our work. Goal Define a clear goal and make sure that all actions reflect the goal. Same page Make sure that everyone is on the...
Posted by: Maksimilian Kallhed
Mark interviewed leading freelancers from the fields of 3D illustration, animation, visual effects, games and architectural visualisation to uncover their strategies for success. These were his key findings... 1. Test the market first Make sure...
Posted by: Creativepool
This November, we’re pulling the creative, production, technology and digital communities from across the UK together to connect you to partners, potential clients, collaborators and peers, giving you the opportunity to meet people crucial to...
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Creative agency TWELVE has launched its first major campaign for Merlin Entertainments, in its role as newly appointed lead creative and strategic agency for all of the leisure company’s London attractions. The integrated campaign will drive...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Modus Operandi The LA-based craft brewery, Golden Road Brewing, announced this week it has selected Modus Operandi as its Agency of Record. ModOp will lead Golden Road's strategic digital branding and creative efforts with the goal of accelerating...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
2020: The year fan engagement took centre stage The pandemic has upended all of our lives in one way or another. While some industries pivoted to limit disruption, others are struggling as Covid-19 continues to take its toll. The sports industry is...
Posted by: Paul Bidder
Connect: London is edging closer and we’re excited to announce the Learners Stage with support from RTL AdConnect! We can’t wait to hear from our speakers as they impart expert knowledge, reveal insights and trends for the next year and...
Posted by: Creativepool
Sticky, sweet, and golden in colour, Lyle’s Golden Syrup has been used in home-baking since 1883, and the green and gold tin is a common sight in British kitchens. However, anybody who has taken a close look at the tin will likely have been...
Posted by: Novagram
BMB - Hilton Hotels The BMB agency has been appointed by Hilton Worldwide to lead its social and content strategy across the EMEA region. The agency was appointed to the £9 million account without a pitch and has been tasked with assessing,...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Grey London - McVities In a new purpose-led campaign created by Grey London, McVitie’s shows how the simple act of sharing a biscuit has the power to bring people together. Using a modern day fable of characters who feel disconnected, the spot...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
April Fools Day is an event that's perfect for modern media, given the potential for wide reaching mayhem and confusion. With the world currently a place where the unbelievable and the borderline satirical appears to hit the headlines on a daily...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
The famous advertising agency McCann Erickson's founding motto is 'Truth Well Told'. I've always admired this as much more than a simple corporate strapline, but as a guiding principle for all creative marketing and advertising ventures. I was...
Posted by: Magnus Shaw
Studio Egret West unveiled a revolutionary new design vision for the London Underground stations of the future this week, in a design manifesto developed by the London studio that includes more eye-catching tube station entrances, subdued lighting...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Barclaycard (in-house) Barclaycard is launching an integrated marketing campaign with help from The Muppets to show customers how they can get more from their live entertainment experience. The multi-channel campaign for the new show-stopping...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Legendary characters and stories are having a moment in film. Iconic pop culture video game Super Mario Bros. had a box office hit with its animated film amassing $1 billion globally earlier this year, meanwhile, Greta Gerwig’s highly...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Though your portfolio is your golden ticket to obtain that job interview, your Résumé is the ad that leads them there. I hope this helps you out as you start to construct your Creative Résumé and prepare to break into the advertising industry.
Posted by: Kevin Forister
While brand partnerships and sponsored product placements have been a major part of the entertainment game for decades now, sometimes, it’s counter intuitive or simply too costly to use a ‘genuine’ brand in a film or TV show. But...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
I’ve been married 21 years this year. That’s apparently celebrated via the gift of Brass things (which seems a bit mean). But it’s rare to see a design agency celebrate past paper (1 year) or cotton (2) or leather (kinky - but also...
Posted by: Simon Manchipp
Last year was one of change for many players in the creative industries. From brands to agencies and creative services providers, the entire creative sector was forced to adapt or die, embracing new technologies and adopting solutions to ensure...
Posted by: Antonino Lupo
When you think of coffee, what associations do you tend to make off the top of your head? Breakfast? Starbuck? Dinosaurs? That last one might have caught you off guard, but apparently it's what Publicis London had in mind when they were putting...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
With the hustle of the growing gig economy, freelancing has become the go-to avenue for many professionals. It’s that enticing dance between work-life balance and chasing one's passion. But every dance has its missteps, and freelancing is no...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
With the 2018 FIFA World Cup kicking off this very afternoon, we've scoured the internet to bring you the best ads, campaigns, brand activations and more that have sprung up in the last few weeks in honour of the tournament known to those who...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Dyson launching electric car in 2020 British inventor James Dyson (hero image) is investing £2 billion into developing a battery-powered vehicle, which is expected to launch in 2020. An email sent from Dyson to his employees revealed that a...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
jones knowles ritchie - Irn-Bru The fizzy drink “Made from Girders” and beloved of anyone of Scottish descent who has ever experienced a bone shattering hangover is getting a rebrand for a modern age. jones knowles ritchie has created...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
Of all the annual Christmas specials, the one that always made my heart sing as a youngster were the Crystal Maze specials, where a group of hapless adults were replaced by a group of equally hapless children. It gave me a giddy thrill to see kids...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
“Don't let change leave you behind," is the sage advice offered by The Institute of Communication Agencies (ICA) and Publicis Canada as they unveil a new theme (underlined by an updated logo and digital and print marketing campaign) to promote...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
On Monday the 28th of April, New York Women in Communications will present the 44th annual Matrix Awards, honouring seven extraordinary women who have made significant contributions to the communication industry. The ceremony, hosted by the...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
With the amount of likes and comments we can all do now on the internet, the art of being able to get your point across in a face to face environment seems to be getting lost. So to counter this culture of 140 characters and faceless avatars we are...
Posted by: Creativepool