Cannes 2015: PR presents case boards while advertising presents trailers of movies: Paresh Chaudhry

“Packaging and presentation makes the difference in the end. A good PR work could get lost if not presented well. That's why advertising agencies walk away with the metals. We present case boards while advertising presents trailers of movies. If a PR agency & client believe in their work, then I suggest you go all out and hire an advertising agency to make this trailer,” says Madison PR CEO Paresh Chaudhry who is on PR Jury

e4m by Paresh Chaudhry
Published: Jun 23, 2015 8:28 AM  | 3 min read
Cannes 2015: PR presents case boards while advertising presents trailers of movies: Paresh Chaudhry

As we conclude on the final day of judging,  we have screened 1969 entries, tooth-combed 1566 first cut entries and arrived at the best  shortlisted 200 entries. 63 hours of evaluations over 6 days. We are  almost sure to miss the gala opening.  Tough but satisfying, as we come up with some really stunning campaigns across categories which deserve the Lions.

The 200 shortlist that was released has just 3 Indian entries and that's disappointing indeed. All entries are from ad agencies. We have so many good stories to tell, but  we don't.  Budgets again, eh?

The packaging and presentation makes the difference in the end. A good PR work could get lost if not presented well.  That's why advertising agencies walk away with the metals. We present case boards while advertising present trailers of movies.  If a PR agency - client believe in their work then I suggest you go all out and hire an advertising agency to make this trailer. Invest in your creativity and showcase it to the world. We are recognised at the Asia level fairly well despite limited participation. 

I saw some fantastic work on digital / social platforms , good / nutrition, travel / tourism, charities , corporate responsibility , media relations , events , launch , brand voice and well as audience targeting and engagement , response by crowd sourcing, story telling.  It is clear that the world has moved to social in a big way.  The reach is mind boggling and the engagement better. Listening tools , behaviour analysis  and measurements are so accurate that ROIs can be linked to the goals clearly. 

We need to remember that technology and related story-telling mediums are made for us to use and amplify. Traditional media will pick it up anyways.

If you look at the average in the last 4 years, a total of 16 golds, 22 silver and 30 bronze were given each year at Cannes.  The number of shortlists this year is up by 40%... Expect more Lions from us.  Grand Prix looks certain this year and the fight bitter. 

The metric guidance indicators that we stuck with were

- Creativity at the heart of all that the idea stood for
- Earned trust that builds reputation and has a staying power
- The campaign must inspire  engagement
-  PR should be prioritised in the strategic planning  process 
- Achieves behaviour change as a key outcome

The winners will be released tomorrow morning at a press conference to global media ( 800 journos are expected ).

The  PR Gala awards are on the 23rd night and promise to be a spectacle. So many hopes and aspirations are linked to these awards. I just hope that those 63 hours of hard work have justified those aspirations. We did our best.   My congratulations to the winners in advance.

This year , 310 jurors were invited to judge 19 disciplines. The Lions team was a class apart.  Great hospitality, logistics and micro-management. Tireless effort indeed.

To me personally , it has been a titanic experience studying the work, imbibing the creativity quotient and making friends for life with 20 PR heads across the globe.

As I sign off, I have to say that the Indian PR industry has great potential. PR is at the heart of world’s greatest campaigns that is constantly elevating their power , making emotional engagements , opening minds , touching hearts and inspiring action on the ground.

Here's a toast to the people who make up the festival of real creativity.

The author is CEO, Madison PR.
 

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E4M Our strategy is to target younger audiences through Sports: Rajiv Dubey, Dabur

The Head of Media at Dabur India spoke exclusively to exchange4media on the World Cup, associating with Indian Idol, the company’s digital spending and much more

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Published: Oct 27, 2023 6:15 PM  | 1 min read
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With quirky campaigns, memes and moment marketing, timed with the ongoing World Cup and particularly the India-Pakistan matches, Dabur India has got considerable consumer attention for its popular brands – Red Paste, Cool King Hair Oil, Chyawanprash, Dabur Vita and the recently launched Bae Fresh Gel toothpaste.

The 140-year-old company is going big on key sporting events, World Television Premiere (WTP) movies and reality shows. It is now gearing up to become the title sponsor of popular talent show ‘Indian Idol’ on Sony TV for the first time, shared Rajiv Dubey, who leads the media strategy at Dabur.

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Swapan Seth's new book 'COOL' is out

The book is a reflection of the author's 'eclectic taste across categories'

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Published: Oct 27, 2023 6:07 PM  | 1 min read
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Advertising professional and art collector Swapan Seth has announced the launch of his new book COOL. The book is described as "a ready reckoner to the hip and the happening, of the known and the very unknown."

The book is a reflection of the author's "eclectic taste across categories: from boltholes to exotic hideaways."

COOL has been published by Simon & Schuster India and is available on Amazon.

Seth is an ad veteran with a long and illustrious career in the industry. He became the youngest-ever Creative Director at Clarion at age 24. He was VP at 26 at Trikaya Grey. Two years later, he started his agency Equus.

He writes for publications such as The Economic Times, Hindustan Times and India Today. This is his second book and he has previously published THIS IS ALL I HAVE TO SAY.

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Disney Star signs 9 sponsors for Asia Cup PAK

Charged by Thums Up, Nerolac Paint+, Amazon Pay, Jindal Panther, My11Circle, MRF, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5, Wild Stone and Thums Up come on board

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Published: Aug 26, 2023 11:48 AM  | 1 min read
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e4m Staff Disney Star has signed nine broadcast and digital streaming sponsors for the upcoming Asia Cup.

Charged by Thums Up, Nerolac Paint+, Amazon Pay, Jindal Panther, My11Circle, MRF, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5, Wild Stone and Thums Up have come on board for the upcoming tournament.
As reported earlier by exchange4media, Disney Star has sought Rs 26 crore for the co-presenting sponsorship on TV and Rs 30 crore for Disney+ Hotstar.

According to industry sources, the associate sponsorship on Star Sports has been priced at Rs 19.66 crore, whereas for the ‘powered by’ sponsorship on Disney+ Hotstar, the broadcaster is seeking Rs 18 crore.

As per the information available with exchange4media, Disney+ Hotstar has three sponsorship tiers-- co-presenting (Rs 30 crore), powered by (Rs 18 crore) and associate sponsorship (Rs 12 crore). The broadcaster is offering an estimated reach of 120-140 million for co-presenting sponsors, 90-100 million for powered by and 60-70 million for associate sponsorship.

A spot buy for 10 seconds has been priced at Rs 25 lakh for the India vs Pakistan matches, while for the non-India matches, the ad rate for 10 second is Rs 2.3 lakh. The India matches plus the final for ODIs has been priced at Rs 17 lakh per 10 seconds.

Asia Cup is scheduled to be held from 30 August, 2023, to September 17, 2023.

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Sorted 360 wins creative & social media mandate of Reliance Mall

The agency will manage offline and online campaigns for Reliance Mall

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Published: Aug 26, 2023 10:54 AM  | 1 min read
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Sorted 360, an integrated creative and social media agency, has won the mandate to providing brand solutions for Reliance Malls across India.

“Sorted 360 is set to enhance Reliance Malls' market presence with their unparalleled creative prowess and strategic thinking,” read a press release.

“Sorted 360's commitment to pushing the boundaries of creative communication aligns perfectly with Reliance Malls' ethos. With a pan-India presence spanning across 19 cities and growing, Reliance Malls has consistently captivated customers by offering an array of Reliance brands and third-party fashion & lifestyle brands. The mall has established an unparalleled connection with its patrons through superior quality, a remarkable value proposition, and an unmatched shopping experience,” it read further.

"We are thrilled to welcome Sorted 360 as our trusted partner in advancing our brand presence across the nation," said the Head of Marketing at Relaice Malls. "Their proven expertise in retail, shopping center management, and innovative creative strategies make them the perfect fit for our vision."

"Partnering with Reliance Malls is a testament to our commitment to shaping extraordinary brand experiences," remarked Prerana Anatharam, Co-founder of Sorted 360. "We are excited to leverage our strategic and creative acumen to further elevate Reliance Malls as the epitome of convenience, choice, and excellence."

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KlugKlug onboards Hemang Mehta as Country Manager for Indias

Mehta was most recently Head of Agency Relationships at Network 18 Media & Investments

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Published: Aug 24, 2023 3:35 PM  | 1 min read
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KlugKlug has appointed Hemang Mehta as its Country Manager for India.

Mehta will play a pivotal role in driving KlugKlug's growth and expansion within the Indian market and be responsible for Sales & GTM Strategy

Prior to that, he has also represented organisations like Exponential (now VDX.tv), India Today Digital and Rediff.com. His expertise spans various domains including digital media sales, mobile marketing, media planning, and buying, social media marketing, and more.

Hemang Mehta expressed his enthusiasm about joining KlugKlug, saying, "I am thrilled to be a part of KlugKlug, a forward-thinking platform that is reshaping the influencer marketing landscape. As much as I look forward to collaborating with the exuberant team at KlugKlug, I am super excited to interact with the brands to deliver powerful data-backed Influencer solutions that will guarantee business outcomes."

Commenting on the appointment, Kalyan Kumar, Co-Founder and CEO of KlugKlug, stated, "We are excited to welcome Hemang Mehta to our team as the Country Manager for India. His extensive experience in digital media sales and marketing will be instrumental in driving our efforts to provide influencer marketing solutions to our clients. We believe Hemang's leadership will be key in scaling our operations and expanding our reach within the Indian market."

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