Displaying 1 - 36 of 8143 results
by Ashley Morrison Last week, I was watching some film or other on TV with a few friends. Naturally, we engaged in some pseudo hoity-toity rah-rah intellectual badinage about such-and-such a character’s motivation during the ad breaks. That...
Posted by: Creativepool
The 2013 New Year's honours list has been drawn up and announced. This year it consists of a female-heavy list of special mentions and an ominous absence of big names such as Andy Murray and David Beckham whom were both expected to receive...
Posted by: Jessica Hazel
Last week saw the much publicised divorce of Nigella Lawson and Charles Saatchi. The first the world at large knew of the situation was following the release of “that photo” - the one where Saatchi was snapped grabbing Lawson by the neck...
Posted by: Ashley Morrison
Ogilvy & Mather/DAVID - Unilever Unilever has launched a new campaign that brings together the collective power of consumers and brands to show people in how the everyday brands they love can help to make the world a better place. With consumers...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Everyone’s (us included) favourite buzzword: innovation. Even the most iconic luxury brands can get it wrong. Whether it’s too safe or trend-chasing, thoughtless innovation can devalue a brand to the point of no return. Ensure that...
Posted by: Matter Of Form
Great news: according to The Collins Dictionary, NFT was the word of 2021, which means there now exists a go-to way to explain these elusive virtual tokens to your grandparents... Defined as “a unique digital certificate, registered in a...
Posted by: Matter Of Form
Most everyone has heard of Simon & Garfunkel, Penn & Teller and Dolce & Gabbana, even though they are in such different industries. At the heart of what brought these distinctively different duos such fame is how well they play to each other’s...
Posted by: OpenText Hightail
Somesuch Alex Lill joins the Somesuch roster worldwide for music-video and commercial representation. Alex Lill, known for his genre-defining music videos for artists such as Sampha, Joey Bada$$, Lil Yachty and Melody's Echo Chamber. His...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Amongst my friends and family members, I've become known as something of a Scrooge when it comes to everything festive. Long gone are the days when the opening chords of “Merry Christmas Everyone” would ignite an ember of longing in my...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
There's nothing new about celebrities lending their name to a product in exchange for a fat wad of cash. Or, less frequently, because it's just out-and-out cool. James Bond will forever by synonymous with Aston Martin and Omega watches. There's even...
Posted by: Creativepool
We love a good story. And film director Darren Statman has plenty to tell. It isn't every day that we get the chance to open a window into a creative professional's life, but with our Member Spotlights it does happen fairly often. What we love about...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
The Oscars are, whilst almost as large a televisual draw as that 'other' big event in February, largely free from the burden of expectation when it comes to advertising. The fact is that nobody really talks about the ad breaks of the Academy Awards,...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
Rolling Stone has always been a brand ready to stand up for social causes. For too long our society has been used to the myth of "super-moms", by which family sacrifice and struggles were not shared but cherished for the female figure, thus leaving...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
LOVE - Umbro Breaking news. UFOs have been discovered by Umbro and Premier League footballer Michael Antonio. The news broke following an ordeal in which comedian Brett Domino (alter ego of musician and comedian Rob J Madin) and Rich Hall were sent...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
The annual pilgrimage to the French Riviera draws closer and as adland prepares to descend upon the south of France for Cannes Lions 2018, we have pulled a list of the parties you should definitely be seen at! We’ll be updating this list until...
Posted by: Creativepool
Vivid Sydney M&C Saatchi’s Bang PR has been appointed to represent the Vivid Sydney festival for the second year running after a competitive agency pitch. Vivid Sydney is a festival of light that transforms the Harbour City with its...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
A new ad, created by the Australian agency Publicis Mojo for global coffee brand Nescafe, uses a bespoke cover of Dolly Parton's classic '9 to 5', with lyrics altered to reflect the “Real working day of today's modern woman; 5am and 9pm.”...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
In the dynamic world of creative studios, SLAAAAASH stands out as a beacon of innovation and excellence. Founded by Franco-Swiss partners Valentin and Hadrien, this Singapore-based company has redefined the standards for small and medium creative...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Relevance is a continual uphill battle for all but the most iconic brands. Even legacy brands have to make peace with it, lest they slip gradually into the void. With the rise of digital natives and new technology, historic brands must innovate to...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
As a seasoned brand consultant and designer, I’ve always approached branding methodically, using design to visually embody a company's core message. But a few months ago, I discovered Generative AI, and it transformed my creative process. After...
Posted by: Marc Posch
By Mark Fensom, director of brand communications agency, Warbox. Contrary to popular perception, or making a speculative assumption, your brand isn't just about how something looks. It’s also about how it sounds, interacts and...
Posted by: Warbox Creative Ltd.
Adland has always been naturally dynamic, it hasn’t really had a choice. It’s an industry that’s had to continually reinvent itself as it adapts not only to changes in technology but consumer behaviour and cultural norms. However,...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
Today, we kick off the week by interviewing Fernando Ortiz Ehmann, the Global Principal at Saffron Brand Consultants. With an illustrious career in branding and a keen eye for innovative solutions, Fernando has been at the forefront of transforming...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
In this insightful interview, we dive deep into the professional journey of Kimi Gilbert, a Managing Partner at Future Factory, a leading business development consultancy in London. With a career that spans over a decade at Future Factory, Kimi...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Hiring a digital marketing manager is a crucial step for any business looking to strengthen its online presence, drive traffic, and increase sales. In today’s digital age, a competent digital marketing manager can be the key to unlocking your...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
I've been rejected more times than I can remember. It doesn't get easier. And I've been trying to figure out how best to cope with it, get over it and move on. Rejections in my world come in all shapes and sizes. Film festival rejections are very...
Posted by: Stephan Bookas
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
Even if you don’t technically know what a meme is, chances are you have a good dozen or so of them living rent-free in your brain right now. They are, in essence, pop culture templates that exist to spread opinions as relatable jokes and at a...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
In this exclusive interview, we are joined by Joe Dickinson, Chief Music Officer and Co-Founder of WithFeeling, and Chris Atkins, Managing Director and Co-Founder of WithFeeling. These two visionaries have transformed their passion for sound into a...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
In our latest interview, we sit down with Paul Power, a Freelance Director based in Dublin, Ireland. Paul's path into the creative industry is as unique as his approach to filmmaking, shaped by a diverse background and a passion for...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
In today’s fast-paced, media-driven world, maintaining a positive public image is more crucial than ever for any business. This is where a Public Relations (PR) manager comes in. Whether you're a startup aiming to make a mark or an established...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
As a beer drinker for most of my adult life, I’ve seen a decipherable shift in the culture. 20 years ago, craft beer was effectively non-existent and the only real alternative to your boilerplate lagers was either Guinness or flat, brown water....
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
This week, we sit down with Michael Crosbie, Associate Creative Director at MSL, to discuss PUMA's Voices of a RE:GENERATION initiative, launched in April 2023. This innovative program engages four Gen-Z voices in PUMA's sustainability practices,...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
For this year’s UK General Election, Channel 4 sought to create a campaign that would not only resonate with its audience but encourage people to get out and vote. Whether it worked or not is debatable, given the generally poor voter turnout...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Nostalgia is an increasingly powerful tool in world that seems to be getting darker by the day. For advertisers, it offers a unique and compelling way to forge emotional connections with audiences and today, we’re lucky enough to hear from...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
In an era marked by rapid change and unprecedented challenges, LONDON Advertising stands as a beacon of resilience and creativity. Founded in Soho, London, in November 2008, just two weeks after the collapse of Lehman Brothers, the company faced the...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial