How esports organization 100 Thieves rejuvenated its sponsorship business in 2024
100 Thieves successfully refocused on brand partnerships in 2024 after an unsuccessful diversification effort in 2023, leading to increased sponsor interest.
The Rundown: How esports is capitalizing on its World-Cup-fueled summer heading into 2025
Esports industry shows renewed confidence with record prize pools and investment, yet still faces challenges with reliance on brand partnerships and external funding.
Advertisers are coming back into esports - but with caution
Brand sponsorships in esports are on the rise in 2024, but in a more experimental and cautious manner.
Esports companies rely on brand partnership revenue to stay afloat, making them more willing to negotiate with brands.
How esports organization 100 Thieves rejuvenated its sponsorship business in 2024
100 Thieves successfully refocused on brand partnerships in 2024 after an unsuccessful diversification effort in 2023, leading to increased sponsor interest.
The Rundown: How esports is capitalizing on its World-Cup-fueled summer heading into 2025
Esports industry shows renewed confidence with record prize pools and investment, yet still faces challenges with reliance on brand partnerships and external funding.
Advertisers are coming back into esports - but with caution
Brand sponsorships in esports are on the rise in 2024, but in a more experimental and cautious manner.
Esports companies rely on brand partnership revenue to stay afloat, making them more willing to negotiate with brands.
Celebrities can earn more from brand partnerships than their performance income, reshaping their financial landscape.
Influencer marketing has exploded, indicating a shift in celebrity partnerships and wealth opportunities.
The Dos and Don'ts to Hosting Influencer Brand Trips
Influencer marketing is evolving with brands investing in luxurious trips to build viral content and connections among creators.
Google Admits Misstep Over Pressure on Team Pixel Influencers
Google's restrictive policy for influencers backfired, damaging relationships and user trust while promoting its Pixel 9 smartphones.
3 ways that influencer marketing has changed in 2024
Influencer marketing has evolved significantly, with influencers now navigating contracts, creative briefs, and brand partnerships fit for their audience.
How A Brand Deal Works
In 2024, content creators can monetize through brand partnerships, which cater to various influencer tiers and brand sizes.
Research Briefing: Agencies prepare to shift platform spending if TikTok ban passes
U.S. ban on TikTok could shift agency investments to other platforms like Meta, YouTube, and emerging apps.
Creators on YouTube Shorts are demonstrating the ability to engage niche communities and communicate brand messages effectively.
Celebrities can earn more from brand partnerships than their performance income, reshaping their financial landscape.
Influencer marketing has exploded, indicating a shift in celebrity partnerships and wealth opportunities.
The Dos and Don'ts to Hosting Influencer Brand Trips
Influencer marketing is evolving with brands investing in luxurious trips to build viral content and connections among creators.
Google Admits Misstep Over Pressure on Team Pixel Influencers
Google's restrictive policy for influencers backfired, damaging relationships and user trust while promoting its Pixel 9 smartphones.
3 ways that influencer marketing has changed in 2024
Influencer marketing has evolved significantly, with influencers now navigating contracts, creative briefs, and brand partnerships fit for their audience.
How A Brand Deal Works
In 2024, content creators can monetize through brand partnerships, which cater to various influencer tiers and brand sizes.
Research Briefing: Agencies prepare to shift platform spending if TikTok ban passes
U.S. ban on TikTok could shift agency investments to other platforms like Meta, YouTube, and emerging apps.
Creators on YouTube Shorts are demonstrating the ability to engage niche communities and communicate brand messages effectively.
Top 20 UK financial services advertisers by media spend
Lloyds Banking Group leads UK financial services in media spending, exceeding ÂŁ50 million, with a strong focus on brand evolution and future readiness.
5 Gravity-Defying Wicked Marketing Stunts
Wicked's marketing employs over 400 brand partnerships, creating a strong cultural presence similar to iconic films like Barbie.
How to know if you need an influencer or a creator - PR Daily
Creators are relatable, while influencers are aspirational in nature, both playing a vital role in marketing partnerships.
Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari is a branding mismatch made in heaven
Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari initially seemed incongruent due to his strong association with Mercedes, but the unexpected nature of the partnership can be its brilliance.
Perfect brand partnerships are not always obvious, and the real magic often lies in the unique and unexpected combinations that challenge traditional perceptions.
Top 20 UK financial services advertisers by media spend
Lloyds Banking Group leads UK financial services in media spending, exceeding ÂŁ50 million, with a strong focus on brand evolution and future readiness.
5 Gravity-Defying Wicked Marketing Stunts
Wicked's marketing employs over 400 brand partnerships, creating a strong cultural presence similar to iconic films like Barbie.
How to know if you need an influencer or a creator - PR Daily
Creators are relatable, while influencers are aspirational in nature, both playing a vital role in marketing partnerships.
Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari is a branding mismatch made in heaven
Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari initially seemed incongruent due to his strong association with Mercedes, but the unexpected nature of the partnership can be its brilliance.
Perfect brand partnerships are not always obvious, and the real magic often lies in the unique and unexpected combinations that challenge traditional perceptions.
Gaming: The Media Industry's 144bn Sleeping Giant - ExchangeWire.com
Gaming is an untapped advertising opportunity, currently receiving only 2% of media spend despite generating ÂŁ144bn annually.
As programmatic rises on Roblox, in-game studios are feeling the competition
Roblox is shifting focus from bespoke brand activations to programmatic advertising, creating competition among studios and offering brands new advertising opportunities.
Marketers are exploring programmatic options on Roblox, highlighting a significant transition in the platform's advertising strategy.
Brand Collabs: But Make Them Luxury
Brand partnerships serve as a crucial aspect of marketing, offering mutual exposure and enhancing brand credibility.
It's Grimace Versus Gritty; Zeta Global Strikes Again | AdExchanger
The Mets and McDonald's leverage unplanned marketing moments, like a Grimace-themed subway train, to engage audiences and enhance their brand connection.
Gaming: The Media Industry's 144bn Sleeping Giant - ExchangeWire.com
Gaming is an untapped advertising opportunity, currently receiving only 2% of media spend despite generating ÂŁ144bn annually.
As programmatic rises on Roblox, in-game studios are feeling the competition
Roblox is shifting focus from bespoke brand activations to programmatic advertising, creating competition among studios and offering brands new advertising opportunities.
Marketers are exploring programmatic options on Roblox, highlighting a significant transition in the platform's advertising strategy.
Brand Collabs: But Make Them Luxury
Brand partnerships serve as a crucial aspect of marketing, offering mutual exposure and enhancing brand credibility.
It's Grimace Versus Gritty; Zeta Global Strikes Again | AdExchanger
The Mets and McDonald's leverage unplanned marketing moments, like a Grimace-themed subway train, to engage audiences and enhance their brand connection.
How to make brand partnerships work. Lessons from American Express
American Express is transitioning from being perceived as a bank to an experiences business through strategic partnerships and data utilization.
Ulta Beauty expands retail media network, welcomes non-beauty advertisers
Ulta Beauty is enhancing its retail media network, UB Media, through AI-driven non-endemic ads to engage its 44 million loyalty members.
Advertising Week Briefing: The definitive Digiday guide to what's in and out at Advertising Week 2024
Advertising Week reveals evolving industry dynamics, focusing on creativity, nuanced brand partnerships, and a cautious approach to diversity and retail media.
Trump's $100,000 Watches Are the Most Tragic Celebrity Watch Yet
Donald Trump's watch collection significantly blurs the lines between luxury and controversy, featuring dubious claims and questionable production origins.
Why Twitch is launching its own Fortnite Creative experience, 'The Glitch'
Twitch launches 'The Glitch' in Fortnite, aiming to attract Gen Z and millennial audiences through brand partnerships and immersive gaming experiences.
Twitch unveils brand-customized Fortnite game world The Glitch ahead of TwitchCon
Twitch's collaboration with Look North World introduces The Glitch, enhancing brand interaction in Fortnite with customizable game worlds.
Why Twitch is launching its own Fortnite Creative experience, 'The Glitch'
Twitch launches 'The Glitch' in Fortnite, aiming to attract Gen Z and millennial audiences through brand partnerships and immersive gaming experiences.
Twitch unveils brand-customized Fortnite game world The Glitch ahead of TwitchCon
Twitch's collaboration with Look North World introduces The Glitch, enhancing brand interaction in Fortnite with customizable game worlds.
TikTok, YouTube Star Larray Signs With CAA (Exclusive)
Larray has signed with CAA to broaden his creative reach and enhance his brand partnerships.
How independent agencies grow their sports practices
Independent media agencies are evolving to meet sports marketing demands through integrated practices with brands and athletes.
Why The Difference Between 'Creator' And 'Influencer' Matters To Brands
A new study argues that there is a distinction between 'influencers' and 'creators,' with creators being broader and more content-focused, while influencers focus on curating their image to sell brands.
How the Martin family went from part-time vloggers to a family of social media mavens
Building a family business from social media content creation, navigating challenges like platform changes and bans.
I can't believe this Olympic athlete's cheese photos aren't AI
Brand and athlete partnerships can take unconventional forms, like an Olympic gymnast being an ambassador for Parmigiano Reggiano.
BeReal Launches Official Accounts for Celebrities and Brands With RealPeople and RealBrands - Lindsey Gamble
BeReal's official accounts could potentially alter the user experience
BeReal needs to provide unique and exclusive content to differentiate from existing platforms
TikTok, YouTube Star Larray Signs With CAA (Exclusive)
Larray has signed with CAA to broaden his creative reach and enhance his brand partnerships.
How independent agencies grow their sports practices
Independent media agencies are evolving to meet sports marketing demands through integrated practices with brands and athletes.
Why The Difference Between 'Creator' And 'Influencer' Matters To Brands
A new study argues that there is a distinction between 'influencers' and 'creators,' with creators being broader and more content-focused, while influencers focus on curating their image to sell brands.
How the Martin family went from part-time vloggers to a family of social media mavens
Building a family business from social media content creation, navigating challenges like platform changes and bans.
I can't believe this Olympic athlete's cheese photos aren't AI
Brand and athlete partnerships can take unconventional forms, like an Olympic gymnast being an ambassador for Parmigiano Reggiano.
BeReal Launches Official Accounts for Celebrities and Brands With RealPeople and RealBrands - Lindsey Gamble
BeReal's official accounts could potentially alter the user experience
BeReal needs to provide unique and exclusive content to differentiate from existing platforms
Flight Studio, AI-intensive podcast media company, launched by serial entrepreneur from hit podcast - RAIN News
Steve Bartlett launched Flight Studio, aiming to disrupt the podcasting industry with innovative commercial offerings and global expansion.
Flight Studio's founding principals have strong backgrounds in media, sales, and brand partnerships, signifying a focus on creating valuable podcast brands.
The Scoop: Roblox continues its metaverse domination by rolling out ads - PR Daily
Roblox is integrating advertisements in its game through a partnership with PubMatic, allowing realm creators to earn a share of ad revenue.
The company aims to make the ads seamless and has attracted brands like NFL, Nike, and Chipotle to create their own immersive realms.
Can You Really Earn a Living from Blogging? - My Money Chronicles
Blogging takes time to become profitable, typically 1-2 years.
Bloggers can monetize through brand partnerships, advertising networks, affiliate links, premium content, consulting/coaching, and email marketing.
Council Post: The Power Of Micro-Influencers In Niche Markets
Micro-influencers offer higher engagement rates due to personal relationships with followers and selectivity in brand partnerships.
Niche markets value micro-influencers for their specific content tailored to unique interests, fostering community and credibility.
Five Fits With: Ian Ginoza, Creative Director of OTW by Vans
Ian Ginoza has an extensive background in the skateboarding and clothing industries, working with major brands like Nike, Converse, Adidas, and Vans.
Ginoza's career path involved collaborations with renowned artists and designers in the industry, showcasing his expertise in brand partnerships and global marketing.