How UTA is helping brands write the script in entertainment's next act
Briefly

Julian Jacobs of UTA highlights the convergence of culture, commerce, and storytelling, underscoring the role of CMOs in adapting strategies for modern audiences. With a significantly expanded team, UTA leverages insights from the entertainment landscape to drive brand involvement in cultural narratives rather than relying solely on product placements. Jacobs notes that understanding streaming and content trends allows brands to engage more deeply with their audiences. He emphasizes that cultivating cultural capital is crucial, as effective engagement now requires brands to invest in long-term relationships and narratives that resonate culturally, beyond traditional ad strategies.
Having grown from a small team, UTA's entertainment marketing practice now leads brands to integrate into culture, revealing the importance of long-term strategic partnerships.
Jacobs emphasizes that today's successful brands find value in cultural capital, ensuring their storytelling resonates within modern culture rather than just traditional advertising.
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