Creative
CREATORS UNCOVERED: Insights from a Nationally Representative Study of US Creators
In the ever-evolving digital landscape, Content Creators wield significant influence, shaping our world through their creations and attracting an increasing share of marketing investment. This newly released study offers the first statistically reliable look at the Creator landscape. It sheds new light on the size, shape and motivations of this influential community and the evolving relationship between Creators and brands.
BEHIND THE CAMERA: Creativity and Investment for Latin America & the Caribbean [REPORT]
This document provides an overview of the audiovisual sector in Latin America and the Caribbean. It uses a hybrid methodology that combines primary and secondary research, as well as nearly 100 interviews with key stakeholders in the industry. We present a map of the region, highlighting its milestones, with a focus on public policy debates and 21st-century skills. We include conversations with emerging creators, producers, entertainment executives, as well as with members of film associations and institutions. Our goal is to kickstart a conversation on the potential of this strategic sector and explore the challenges faced by its workforce. For this purpose, it is necessary to understand where professionals train, how they join a production, and which technical skills are in greatest demand. With 2025 in sight, our region must invest in training and make the most of the opportunities presented by this growing industry.
Elevating Creativity for Impact [REPORT]
During the 2023 ANA Global CMO Growth Summit, Spencer Fox, SVP, Global Business Lead at LIONS Advisory, shared how to adopt global gold standards from the top winners of the 2023 Cannes Lions Awards. Spencer introduced the Align, Build, and Embed (ABE) framework to drive a culture of creative effectiveness. This framework, launched by WARC, LIONS and ANA, identifies the three levels a brand organization, regardless of sector or size, needs to develop to deliver a culture of creative effectiveness.
Less Is More: Reduce Audio Ad Copy Word Count And Improve Effectiveness
A major new study finds the lower the audio word count per minute, the greater the brand standout, which in turn increases campaign web response.
Preserving Brand Authenticity Amid Generative-AI Powered Misinformation
Lately, it seems, misinformation is as pervasive as the web devices we use; generative AI has become both a facilitator and a combatant in the ongoing information wars. As the U.S. gears up for the 2024 elections, the risk of AI-fueled misinformation looms larger than ever.
‘Fluent in Amor.’ – Celebrate Bicultural Love.
Match Group’s Chispa in collaboration with creative agency Majority, is introducing its first-ever brand campaign, 'Fluent in Amor.' An ode to love in the age of biculturalism, the campaign serves as an intimate window into the distinctly beautiful world of modern Latine dating.
“WE ARE THE SPIRIT OF THE 200%” for Buchanan’s Blended Scotch Whisky
The "We Are The Spirit Of The 200%" Camppaign unveiled by Buchanan's Blended Scotch Whisky is the newest iteration of its "We are the Spirit of the 200%" national advertising campaign that unites and honors 200%ers – those who identify as 100% Hispanic and 100% American – and the bolder, and more flavorful world they create.
AI Can Save Time, But It’s Not Saving Advertising
By James Avery Advertising growth swells year by year, with or without artificial intelligence (AI). At face value, AI is a statistical model that predicts what will come next and like other tech innovations, it can certainly help optimize processes faster; but it won't necessarily revolutionize the advertising industry. The reliance on AI today is obvious in how quickly it has been placed on a pedestal of being a saving grace within the advertising industry.
Artificial Intelligence: Innovation in the Digital Video Era
In the ever-evolving landscape of the digital age, video production has undeniably become a foundational cornerstone of communication. Whether you're a content creator, a business, or an organization with a message to convey, video has revolutionized the way we share information and connect with audiences worldwide. But what's making this revolution even more exciting? The seamless integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into video content production. By Felix M. Mendez = Principal / Executive Producer - eContent Digital
The Night a Bad Bunny and A Rolling Stone Spoke to America “En Español”
Last Saturday, October 21, was an historic moment for American television. It was also a breakthrough moment for the country’s Hispanic community, Latino culture and, as such, our Hispanic communications industry. It was one of those cherished evenings where we received one of the most meaningful nods of validation, this time from America’s historically iconic comedy show: Sábado Gigante…I mean NBC’s Saturday Night Live. By Gene Bryan / HispanicAd
Dove Launches #MyHairAMiModo Alongside Bomba Estéreo and Latina Community Voices to Celebrate Hair Diversity & Self-Expression
Dove partnered with Li Saumet of Bomba Estéreo to re-record the band’s ant hemic hit song, “Soy Yo,” with an updated message and music video that speaks directly to hair self-expression, encouraging Latinas of all generations to celebrate the unique hair that makes them, them.
Hispanic Organization of Latin Artists (HOLA) honors community of artists and creators
THE HISPANIC ORGANIZATION OF LATIN ACTORS (HOLA) honored their community of artists and creators at the 22nd Annual HOLA Benefit Gala and Awards at the legendary Players Club.
The Dallas Fort Worth International Airport launched a campaign to promote online food ordering with BeautifulBeast and TRUth Media
DFW International is one of the largest and most innovative airports in the country. It is constantly looking for ways to transform the way people travel in order to lower the stress that naturally comes when navigating any airport. The goal is to deliver a better experience for the passenger. One of the things that generally contributes to the stress of traveling is waiting in lines to order food. So to reduce the waiting in line, now DFW offers “Online Ordering,” a service to order food and beverages from the concessions though the internet, from the DFW website or their app.
Hyundai Motor America and Lopez Negrete Communications Bridge Generations and Cultures in New Palisade SUV Campaign
Hyundai Motor America with Lopez Negrete Communications will introduce the 2024 top-of-the-line midsize SUV, Palisade, to Latino consumers with “¿Viste?” (Did You See It?) an innovative new campaign aimed at savvy Latinos.
Agency Creativity Is Essential for Best Client Outcomes
Consultant Michael Farmer caused a bit of a stir recently in an industry Q&A. Farmer recently documented the transformation of Huge by CEO Mat Baxter in a book entitled Madison Avenue Makeover. On the heels of this, in a Q&A published by Contagious, he echoes themes from his book that takes the agency world to task for worrying more about awards than delivering performance and creating thoughtful business models.
Rockstar Energy Drink Partners with Rising Mexican Artist Joaquín Nava to Launch “Proud Hasta Los Huesos”
As millions of people prepare to celebrate Día de los Muertos, creating ofrendas (altars) and planning feasts in memory of their loved ones, Rockstar Energy Drink launches “Proud Hasta Los Huesos” (Proud to the Bones), a national campaign that invites consumers to participate in the beloved Mexican holiday that takes place during the first two days of November each year. To kick-off the campaign, today Rockstar Energy released a limited-edition collection of Día de los Muertos-themed cans designed by Mexican artist and illustrator Joaquín Nava.
Spanglish and Code-Switching: Impacts on Hispanic Marketing and Culture
Throughout history, we have had many ways to identify and define cultures and civilizations. We as human beings have been fascinated with studying ourselves, both on an individual level and in our identity groups and communities. To better understand the evolution of cultures and civilizations to what we know them today, we need to better understand the ways that language has influenced our perceived notion of society. By Derrick Raphael Pacheco - Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, Florida State University Center for Hispanic Marketing Communications ( ADV 5415: Hispanic Marketing Communications/ Dr. Sindy Chapa )
The People-First Advertising Lessons of the Hollywood Strikes
The full impact of the ongoing Hollywood writers' and actors' strikes has yet to be felt within the TV programming ecosystem, but the continued lull in production of new long-form content is going to have reverberating effects on the media landscape as we head into 2024. Advertisers need to recognize and react to the real-world implications when it comes to TV inventory.
GALLEGOS United launches DoorDash campaign
GALLEGOS United and Superette (DoorDash's internal creative studio) have unveiled the brand’s first-ever Spanish-language campaign for the Dasher audience.
Luis Miguel Messianu, Richard Edelman and Peter Lerma launch MEL
MEL (Messianu/Edelman/Lerma) launched as a minority-owned and Hispanic-led, full-service communications agency. The independent entity will provide expertise in earned-centric media, creative, and digital solutions, through a distinct Latino lens enabling it to develop creative campaigns that represent the cultural traditions and modern lifestyle experiences of bilingual and bicultural Latinos.
