VisitBritain kicks off global marketing offensive

VisitBritain is rolling out a marketing campaign that includes a £5m partnership with British Airways to promote the UK abroad, which capitalises on the buzz created by the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Carat takes StubHub media business

Carat has been awarded the media planning and buying account for ticket reseller StubHub, after a pitch against up to three undisclosed media agencies.

The Observer to cost £2.50 to combat ‘tough market’

The Observer is to increase its cover price from £2.20 to £2.50 from next week (16 September), citing a “tough market for print”, in a move set to make it the most expensive Sunday national newspaper with The Sunday Times.

Attention, Media Buyers: You Can Now Learn (Some) Things Salespeople Say About You

Website SellerCrowd provides media and ad-tech salespeople an anonymous forum to chat about agencies and people who control brand budgets. Now, it's inviting in the buyers.

Coca-Cola: What Can Your Coca-Cola Become?

Advertising Agency: Johannes Leonardo, USA
Executive Creative Director: Jan Jacobs, Leo Premutico
Creative Director: Aaron Phua, Ferdinando Verderi
Copywriter: Iain Nevill, Rebecca Ullman
Art Director: Dave Thompkins, Sarah Kraus
Production Company: Logan and Sons
Director: Emily Kai Bock

Government readies ‘Movember-style’ anti-smoking campaign

The government has unveiled the details of Stoptober, the first ever mass quit smoking marketing campaign, which attempts to emulate the popularity of Movember.

Bausch & Lomb: Balloon

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Advertising Agency: Point Blank, India
Director: Bindu Menon
Creative Head: Sujeesh Sukumaran
Creative Director / Copywriter: Simha RM
Art Director: Sarthak Sawant
Account Manager: Nidhi Patel
Photographer: Nikhil Shivdikar

London 2012 Paralympics Closing Ceremony attracts 7.7m

Coldplay’s set during the Paralympic Games Closing Ceremony helped Channel 4 attract a peak audience of 7.7 million, nearly as high as ITV’s long-established ratings topper ‘X Factor’.

Amazon backtracks on Kindle ad opt-out

Amazon has reportedly backtracked on its decision to remove the option for users of its ad-supported Kindles to opt out of receiving ads, giving them the chance to do so for $15.

Gyro London appoints Nick Jefferson as new MD

Gyro London has appointed Nick Jefferson as its new managing director, following the departure of Claire Wright, who has left after less than a year in the role.

Manic Madame Photography – The Elle Mexico September 2012 Editorial is a Craze of Chic Style (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) The Elle Mexico September 2012 editorial is a monochromatic show of national design talent.

With this kooky spread, Elle does a fantastic job of showcasing what Mexican fashion has to offer….

Critical Rebranded Iconic Labels – Honest Corporate Logos Offer Truthful Analysis of Brand Messaging (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) Swedish artist Viktor Hertz has taken some of the most recognizable corporate logos in the world and made them honest corporate logos. Companies are always trying to sell us stuff, and to do that…

BT ad tells London to ‘take a bow’

A timely and succinct press ad from Locog sponsor BT appeared to capture public sentiment today, declaring “London, take a bow”.

Royal Caribbean goes on digital hire offensive

Royal Caribbean, the Norwegian and American cruise line, is bolstering its team with a series of new hires, as ramps up its digital marketing activity.

Royal Caribbean on digital hire offensive

Royal Caribbean, the Norwegian and American cruise line, is bolstering its team with a series of new hires, as ramps up its digital marketing activity.

Paralympics coverage changed disability perceptions, says C4

Channel 4 has claimed its coverage of the Paralympics, which reached 37 million people and nearly doubled its average viewing share, has helped change public perception of disability.

Starbucks to roll out coffee machines

Starbucks is aping rival Costa Coffee by rolling out thousands of coffee vending machines, called Starbucks On The Go.

BA to say ‘thank you’ in flypast over Olympics parade

British Airways is to lead a fly-past with the Red Arrows over London today during the Olympics Greatest Team Parade to mark the end of the games.

Edgy Asian Fashion – The Vogue Netherlands ‘Eastern Promises’ Editorial Stars Marique Schimmel (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) The Vogue Netherlands ‘Eastern Promises’ editorial is full of edgy vibrancy, which will inspire an exotic wardrobe for the fall season. Of course, the oriental jacquards and kimono-like…

Split Family Portrait Part II

Le créatif Ulric Collette revient avec la seconde partie de sa série de portraits sur les ressemblances génétiques sur les membres de sa famille. Tout aussi réussi que la première série « Split Family Portrait », le travail impressionnant de cet artiste est à découvrir en images dans la suite de l’article.

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