ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 5, 2018

Most often, reactive PR is associated with “newsjacking,” where a brand may seize on a trending news story through social posts or expert commentary in the media. PR wins from brand commandeering. When Stewart retired as host, Arby’s even tweeted him a job application and made a hilarious farewell viral video.

Brand 160

Brand Branding Viral Crisis Management 160

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Brand purpose has real purpose. Research shows that consumers want the brands and companies they do business with to be fair employers, good corporate citizens, and responsible stewards of the environment. Look for brand values to be a core message for most organizations. Branded content is king. Employees are in charge.

Trends 385

Trends Employee Viral Advertising 385

Prohibition

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Formally recognised as musica.ly , TikTok is a short-form, video sharing social media app. Bought by BtyeDance in 2017, ‘TikTok is the world’s leading destination for short-form mobile videos’ and with their mission to ‘inspire creativity and bring joy’ the app is the seventh most popular social platform in the world.

Brand 118

Brand Branding Video Social Media 118

Marketwired

APRIL 21, 2016

When you think of content marketing today, the traditional way you see it in the marketplace is as a blog post, white paper, video, or some other piece of easily sharable digital content that can help you make your purchasing decisions. These brands are winning with markets that are hard to target by traditional means.

Viral 100

Viral Guidelines Social Media Groups 100

Flack's Revenge

NOVEMBER 29, 2017

Then, I met Mark Traphagen , who participated in my panel on branding and thought leadership at the Social Tools Summit in October (where he won a Social Guru award). Through this collaboration I learned of Stone Temple’s very creative use of video. How did you get the idea to use videos to promote Stone Temple?

Video 153

Video B2B Film Marketing 153

Prohibition

JUNE 27, 2023

Luxury brands , traditionally known for their exclusivity and high-end appeal, have been hesitant to embrace TikTok and its unvarnished content. With such a promising consumer base, luxury brands cannot afford to ignore the potential of TikTok as a marketing platform.

Brand 71

Brand Branding Marketing Fashion 71

Communications Conversations

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

By now, you’ve undoubtedly heard of the viral Ocean Spray TikTok moment. The viral moment spawned tens of thousands of copycats (including one from Mick Fleetwood) and online visibility Ocean Spray only dared dream of. All in all, Ocean Spray handled its viral moment quite well. Overall, Ocean Spray did a lot well here.

Social Media 179

Social Media Viral Company Education 179

Prohibition

JANUARY 23, 2023

Video content is a fantastic way to engage audiences, informing and capturing your brand’s message to your target audience in ways which still imagery simply cannot. Videos are also a great storytelling device. For example, the type of video that suits an Instagram audience may not work for a LinkedIn audience.

Video 62

Video Social Media Instagram Media 62

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Between the PR and marketing functions of any organization there can be creative tension or even competition. PR, on the other hand, with its ties to reputation and crisis management, is thought to play a more defensive role, designed to protect the corporate brand. A great brand marketing PR campaign can even drive leads and sales.

Marketing 310

Marketing Product Launch Corporate Viral 310

Prohibition

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

This video-sharing platform, known for its short, engaging content, has seen immense popularity in recent years. With its user-friendly interface and the ability to create and share short video content, it quickly became the go-to platform for those seeking entertainment, creativity, and connection.

Marketing 62

Marketing Instagram Viral Video 62

The Hoyt Organization

APRIL 11, 2024

As brands look for new and innovative ways to reach their target audience on social media, leveraging the power and audience reach of influencers has become a popular and effective tool. How can PR professionals leverage this new influencer power to create authentic and personal connections with consumers on behalf of brands?

Social Media 64

Social Media Video Viral Brand 64

Konnect Agency

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Why Brands Must Account for Trends Now for 2024 PR Success Now more than ever, public relations may feel like a never-ending arms race to dream up the buzziest, most “disruptive“ campaign fueled by the power of celebrity and the elusive, almost mythical viral TikTok post.

Viral 52

Viral Video Trends Consumer 52

Buchanan PR

AUGUST 28, 2023

C U T on Unsplash In the dynamic world of social media, trends have become powerful drivers of engagement, brand awareness and community interaction. Partaking in a social media trend can help spotlight businesses (and even help them go viral!) by keeping content fresh, fun and culturally relevant.

Social Media 84

Social Media Trends Viral Media 84

Buchanan PR

JUNE 30, 2023

As part of this celebration, McDonald’s offered merchandise, a video game and charitable donations. In the build up to the birthday celebration, McDonald’s changed its social branding to completely embrace Grimace. A viral sensation that spread like wildfire across social media platforms. The result?

Viral 72

Viral Trends Social Media Creativity 72

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 7, 2018

Every couple of years, there’s a renewed collective call to action for marketing to use more video. The catalyst is usually some smart marketer notices video is getting better play on a particular channel. Typically, these calls to action include statistics pointing out how video gets better engagement. It’s just not worth it.

Video 60

Video Marketing Viral B2B 60

PR in High Definition

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

A viral clip of an Irish rugby coach leading La Rochelle through France’s Top 14 competition got me thinking about this very topic. These stories demonstrate how a global brand is having an impact locally, which is especially important in European markets. But then, what happens when a word isn’t translatable?

Local 62

Local Leadership Viral Creativity 62

Shift Communications

MAY 24, 2022

Based on the recent influencer campaigns we’ve managed for clients (and are loving from other brands), here are the tricks for getting more value out of current and upcoming influencer marketing initiatives. When you treat influencers as brand ambassadors, more trust is developed between the brand, the influencer and their followers.

Strategy 97

Strategy Marketing Guidelines Creativity 97

NewsWhip

MAY 12, 2021

How PepsiCo’s Creators League transforms trends into brand activations. Every successful creative campaign is powered by insight. How the in-house creative team collaborates | 5:04-5:26. Turning insights into brand content | 8:18-9:58. It’s a very creative, cool place to be a part of. Watch webinar.

Trends 78

Trends Brand Branding Reddit 78

Konnect Agency

MAY 15, 2020

TikTok is a popular social media app that allows users to combine visual and audio elements in short-form videos. Subsequently, brands and influencers alike have become more active on the platform, resulting in higher frequencies of cross-platform syndication. This viral challenge garnered over 10 billion video views.

Viral 52

Viral Video Social Media Creativity 52

Cision

DECEMBER 26, 2017

In business, the point of keeping a poker face (aka “brand identity,” for the purposes of this article) is to encourage consumers and competitors to make choices that benefit you, without having to directly nudge them into making those decisions. Brands like Moz and CoSchedule have this poker face down.

Brand 273

Brand Branding Consumer Social Media 273

NewsWhip

DECEMBER 21, 2023

We love to see how viral trends and news erupt on the internet, but at NewsWhip, we’re also working to understand what it all means, especially as our media ecosystem becomes more fragmented. Short-form video has allowed us to stay informed on important topics, breaking news, and watch world events happen in real time.

Trends 78

Trends Social Media Community Viral 78

Presspage

OCTOBER 24, 2023

A well-crafted press release or a viral social media campaign can translate into measurable financial gains. To drive the message home, PR professionals must dig deep into the core of the brand, comprehending its values and mission. Blogs, videos, podcasts, social media posts - each medium requires a unique strategy.

Analytics 78

Analytics Digital PR Storytelling Local 78

Marketwired

MARCH 22, 2016

In today’s most noticeable creative PR strategies, measurement and data-based insights are key. Before you begin a creative PR campaign, define your specific goal(s) and detail how your strategy and tactics support it.”. They’re meant to be a tool for business communication, not fine art or viral spectacles.

Measurement 100

Measurement Data Creativity Viral 100

Cision

NOVEMBER 24, 2015

Forty-five percent of executives think it’s okay to share other brands’ information as either digital or print paid content. After he sent a takedown notice, the website took down the photo and updated its post, however, the photographer alleges the photo had already spread virally to other websites without proper attribution.

Examples 120

Examples Viral YouTube Infographics 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 26, 2016

It spells more opportunities for content creators, including brands and the PR teams behind them, with more platforms and channels amping up the competition for attention, but also the number of opportunities. Imagination and creativity will rule. Mobile video media will be the norm. Mobile video media will be the norm.

Viral 136

Viral Creativity Advertising Advertising 136

PRSay

MARCH 11, 2019

“Younger customers, in particular, are pushing brands to engage politically and socially on real issues, in ways that are often polarizing.”. Brands are beginning to over-rely on data and measurement. According to thecompany10, “Who can say exactly why a video or story goes viral?

Trends 150

Trends Communications Employee Enterprise 150

Communications Conversations

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Folgers is trying to remake its brand a bit by ditching its iconic “Best part of waking up” jingle in favor of a famous Joan Jett song, “Bad Reputation.” Over on Insta, where they would surely reach that coveted younger audience, this is what they posted: The full 60-second video. pic.twitter.com/QOlGc2ZEVs.

Case Study 78

Case Study Study Agency Creativity 78

Prohibition

MAY 10, 2023

It refers to any content created by users themselves, rather than by a brand or business. ugc campaign, user generated posts, ugc campaigns, social platforms User generated content is any content that is created by users, rather than by a brand or business. Instead, they want accounts from real people to build confidence in your brand.

Social Media 62

Social Media Strategy Media B2C 62

MaccaPR

JANUARY 8, 2021

From TikTok, LinkedIn and Twitter to Pinterest, Instagram and Facebook – if you’re in marketing, you’re eager to predict how your brand can more effectively use social media in 2021. LinkedIn video? You’re seeing brands forced to use more user-generated content.” What about Twitch? Never fear! It’s the CEO!,” gasps Arik.

Social Media 62

Social Media Trends Marketing Viral 62

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 31, 2018

For public relations and reputation experts, it’s easy to point out the brands and personalities who mishandled bad news or missed opportunities after public mistakes. Marketers may have differing opinions on Nike’s brand advertising campaign around former 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick this year. Believe in something.

Fashion 255

Fashion Reputation Social Media Brand 255

Mindful Marketing

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Advertising gaffes, which may reach millions, are much more damaging and difficult to roll back, so why do some of the world’s most creative companies and brightest people continue to make promotional faux pas, and what can be done to avoid them? Fortunately, a personal apology can often atone for such individual indiscretions.

Advertising 87

Advertising Advertising Ethics Fashion 87

Prohibition

JULY 21, 2023

Barbie selfie generator This Barbie campaign round up wouldn’t be complete without mentioning the viral Barbie selfie generator. The comfy shoe brand announced the collaboration on Instagram with a video that showed the hot-pink Crocs, as well as Barbie-themed Jibbitz charms to be stuck on the front. Warner Bros.

Wireless 62

Wireless Retail B2C Instagram 62

Mindful Marketing

OCTOBER 17, 2020

However, the video went viral, gaining over 46 million views and almost 8 million likes, while also grabbing mainstream media attention from the likes of CNN to NPR. It’s not Nantucket Nectars or Snapple with their overabundance of very creative drink concoctions. bottle of Ocean Spray cranberry juice.

Consumer 68

Consumer Viral Video Social Media 68

The Stalwart Blog

APRIL 22, 2016

These two articles caught my attention throughout the last 24 hours: Mashable "Brands awkwardly try to pay tribute to Prince". Adweek "Brands post tributes to Prince, but struggle to make them Heartfelt and Not Promotional". Death can often bring out the worst in brands, and people, on social media.

Social Media 60

Social Media Brand Branding Media 60

Prohibition

AUGUST 15, 2022

and the general public calling out brands and individuals online, it’s safe to say we’ve seen our fair share of crisis management in play already this year. She has also had a string of brand collaborations and is highly sort after by clothing and beauty brands. Read our round up from last year, here. No one cared.

Crisis 62

Crisis Viral Government Crisis Communications 62

Contently - Strategy

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

This piece originally appeared on Contently’s The Freelance Creative. When a brand is behind a story, there’s bias involved. I treat every story as a valuable source of information for readers—and a valuable gateway to a brand.” In traditional journalism, diligent fact-checking is a given.

Content Marketing 144

Content Marketing Marketing Viral Study 144

Mindful Marketing

OCTOBER 9, 2022

” I hadn’t experienced the creepy tactics live, but like many, I was caught in their viral wake. It’s also not easy to teach something that hinges so much on deviant creativity and precise timing. It’s also not easy to teach something that hinges so much on deviant creativity and precise timing.

Consumer 80

Consumer Marketing Television Viral 80