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Brand Campaigns

In-depth breakdowns of the brand campaigns that shaped culture, from Nike and Apple to Super Bowl ads and challenger brands making noise. We analyse what worked, why it worked, and what marketers can steal.

Unrivaled’s brand partnerships are changing the marketing game

26 May 2025 · 5 min read

Unrivaled’s brand partnerships are changing the marketing game

When Unrivaled launched its women’s 3-on-3 basketball league in 2023, it wasn’t just another attempt to fill a gap in the sports calendar. It was a movement.

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How the WNBA’s storytelling through athletes is changing the marketing game

26 May 2025 · 5 min read

How the WNBA’s storytelling through athletes is changing the marketing game

It was not so long ago that the WNBA was somewhat of an open secret. The talent existed. The passion was undeniable. But access? Visibility? Not so much.

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Axe’s confidence-fueled marketing is winning Gen Z

23 May 2025 · 5 min read

Axe’s confidence-fueled marketing is winning Gen Z

Not too long ago, Axe was best known for over-the-top ads filled with surreal seduction scenes and exaggerated fantasies. But if you’ve taken a look at their latest campaigns, you’ll notice something’s changed, and in th

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Jack in the Box’s So Munch More campaign is changing the way brands connect

23 May 2025 · 5 min read

Jack in the Box’s So Munch More campaign is changing the way brands connect

There’s something clever happening over at Jack in the Box, and it goes far beyond late-night tacos or cheeky mascots. It’s a shift, not just in advertising, but in how brands are choosing to show up where people are.

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Why 818 Tequila’s Cultural Marketing Strategy Is a Playbook for Modern Brands

22 May 2025 · 5 min read

Why 818 Tequila’s Cultural Marketing Strategy Is a Playbook for Modern Brands

When tequila meets trailblazing: a story of brand vision. A few years ago, 818 Tequila stepped into a crowded, competitive industry.

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Unexpired Pantene: the viral moment that became a brand win

22 May 2025 · 5 min read

Unexpired Pantene: the viral moment that became a brand win

It all started in the shower. Not in a boardroom, not in a studio with perfect lighting. Just a regular bathroom with an old bottle of Pantene shampoo, long past its expiry date.

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How Disney’s integrated advertising is rewriting the rules of brand marketing

20 May 2025 · 5 min read

How Disney’s integrated advertising is rewriting the rules of brand marketing

Disney has always been a master of storytelling. But lately, it’s not just Mickey and Marvel stealing the spotlight. Behind the scenes, Disney is doing something quietly brilliant:

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What brands can learn from Snapchat’s Sponsored Snaps strategy

19 May 2025 · 5 min read

What brands can learn from Snapchat’s Sponsored Snaps strategy

Not too long ago, Snapchat seemed like the social media platform that couldn’t quite keep up. While others were busy riding the wave of viral trends, endless scrolls, and hyper-polished influencer content, Snap quietly f

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How Sprite’s “Obey Your Thirst” campaign became a marketing playbook for brands today

16 May 2025 · 4 min read

How Sprite’s “Obey Your Thirst” campaign became a marketing playbook for brands today

Not very long ago, Sprite was humming along nicely in its comfort zone. It was curious that it was a dominant force in the soda world, but nothing screaming disruption.

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How Airbnb’s social-first campaign is changing the travel game

15 May 2025 · 4 min read

How Airbnb’s social-first campaign is changing the travel game

For a while now, travel has looked a little… filtered. Between the glossy vacation vlogs and perfect hotel shots, it’s easy to forget what it’s really like to land in a new place, meet someone new, and just explore

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How Mountain Dew’s tattoo sweepstakes is the ultimate lesson in brand loyalty marketing

14 May 2025 · 5 min read

How Mountain Dew’s tattoo sweepstakes is the ultimate lesson in brand loyalty marketing

There are marketing campaigns that turn heads, and then there are the ones that ink themselves into pop culture. Mountain Dew just did the latter.

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NBC’s OnePlatform rewriting the rules of modern marketing

9 May 2025 · 4 min read

NBC’s OnePlatform rewriting the rules of modern marketing

There was glitter. There was jazz. And there was Seth MacFarlane, belting out lines that made every advertiser in the room laugh and lean in a little closer.

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