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The Naming Business
By Jonathan Cant on 26 October 2012
What’s in a name? A restaurant name?
Plenty to make us smile it seems,
according to a new book just out.
Australian Tourism Campaigns
By Harry Perry on 12 October 2012
There have been numerous tourism campaigns promoting Australia as a must see tourist destination. Here is a list of a few of our favourites.
A simple message
By Jonathan Cant on 03 August 2012
at+m was approached by the Department of Infrastructure, Energy and Resources (DIER) to create an awareness campaign around changes to the car registration process.
The Adventures of
Stock Pic Chick
By Jonathan Cant on 08 May 2012
Is this the ad world’s most popular face?
Or… (Cue Wagner’s Ride of the Valkyries) …a Scandinavian überwoman capable of mastering any situation, anywhere, at any time?
Classic Australian Television Advertisements
By Harry Perry on 16 April 2012
There are many advertisements that are remembered for varying reasons.
Did it have a catchy tune... Or maybe a good looking bird...
The Ghost Signs of Launceston
By Jonathan Cant on 21 July 2011
Having preserved its architectural heritage better than most Australian cities, Launceston has also retained, inadvertently or otherwise, some of its earliest outdoor advertising.
The
Altered
State
By Jonathan Cant on 13 April 2011
Here’s what happened when history met mystery during one of our recent design projects.
Anyone for alphabet soup?
By Jonathan Cant on 25 March 2011
Thanks to texting, chatting and tweeting, new abbreviations are being cooked up as fast as we can digest them.
There's no need to shout
By Jonathan Cant on 04 March 2011
An important part of marketing property properly is getting the language and tone just right to suit the project and its target audience.
Music in advertising (part2)
By Jonathan Cant on 06 December 2010
As promised, here’s a further exploration of music that has worked well in advertising. In the full selection listed below, the tracks are as varied as the moods they evoke.
Music in advertising
By Jonathan Cant on 17 November 2010
Throughout the history of art and advertising, words and images have been evocative forms but neither come close to the emotional pulling power of music.
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Websites vs Phone Apps
By at+m on 24 Apr 2013
How to ensure your online presence reaches your mobile audience
Cats are Advertising Gold
By Jonathan Cant on 01 Nov 2012
“…and the Award for Best Use of Feline Talent in Video or Moving Image goes to…”
Buy Association
By Jonathan Cant on 09 Aug 2012
Pairing brands with well-known people. Wise investment? Or fraught with danger? Yes, sometimes it’s a forced affair. But, when the stars do align, the result can be impressive.
"Land of Dreams" - The first (ever) global U.S. Tourism Campaign
By Jonathan Cant on 17 Jul 2012
Selling the American Dream, or Dreamerica, to travellers.
How hard can it be?
Haven’t movies and megabrands already ticked that box?
Not necessarily so.
CAN Commonwealth Bank?
By Harry Perry on 18 Jun 2012
I’m sure by now everyone has seen something to do with the new Commonwealth Bank “CAN” campaign.
Addiction Incorporated
By Harry Perry on 17 May 2012
“A logo is a graphic mark or emblem commonly used by commercial enterprises, organizations and even individuals to aid and promote instant public recognition.”
Charlie Sheen’s new line
of work
By Jonathan Cant on 15 May 2012
It just goes to show, you can’t keep a down man good! Between his Two and a Half Men exit and new show Anger Management airing, Charlie’s been sharing his winning formula with interested parties.
While the going is good!
By Harry Perry on 24 Apr 2012
How much does a prime time 30 second TV commercial cost? Channel Nine has set a new standard, after the success of their new program The Voice reaching over 2 million viewers each night of their opening week.
Message on a bottle
By at+m on 16 Dec 2011
Yeah, what was the name of that nice wine again? You know: the one we liked at the thing we went to that time at that place?
NZ, Big Ads, and The Big Screen
By Jonathan Cant on 14 Dec 2011
New Zealand is living proof that Nature is still The Greatest Show on Earth.
'Toast Icons' TV Campaign
By Jonathan Cant on 02 Aug 2011
Tasmania has many iconic things. One of them has been part of everyday life since 1878.
What makes a good yarn?
By Jonathan Cant on 06 Jul 2011
Drama? Humour? Mystery? Conflict? Resolution, maybe? Empathy with the character?
"I'll have what she's having"
By Jonathan Cant on 06 Jun 2011
Who knew that a humble slice of raisin toast could raise a few eyebrows? Clearly it’s one of life’s guilty pleasures.
They don't write 'em like that anymore:
30 tracks from 30 years back
By Jonathan Cant on 06 May 2011
Opening the time capsule for those who were there...
and for anyone who appreciates well-crafted pop music.
Five lessons from NAB’s ‘bank break-up’ marketing campaign
By James Thomson on 04 Mar 2011
NAB released a new marketing campaign on Valentine’s Day in an attempt to differentiate itself from the other major banks ANZ, Westpac and Commonwealth.
Examples of Successful Social Media Campaigns
By Lauren Dawes on 15 Feb 2011
We all hear such mixed reviews on social media, and I’m sure we have all wondered about the merits of it.
What you do vs What you’re Great at
By Darren Williams on 27 Jan 2011
I have spent quite a few years working with various media companies here in Australia and around the world helping them and their clients position their businesses. The common and astounding thing that is evident everywhere is how many businesses simply don’t understand the difference between What They Do and What They are Great At.
Water is the new wine
By Jonathan Cant on 17 Dec 2010
So says Michael Mascha, food anthropologist and founder of finewaters.com
To rebrand or not to rebrand? … That is the question
By at+m on 25 Nov 2010
For companies who have spent decades building brand equity and awareness around their brand, where’s the sense in rebranding?
What price the strong Aussie?
By at+m on 05 Nov 2010
Just like the five kangaroos adorning the coin itself, our dollar has been jumping around a bit lately.
The goalposts have shifted…
By Jonathan Cant on 25 Oct 2010
Once upon a time, it was enough for a business to hand out a promotional freebie on the basis of it being genuinely 'useful' to the recipient.
Launceston to Melbourne via Batmania!
By Jonathan Cant on 13 Oct 2010
Now, despite the somewhat curious title, this is not a story about the Caped Crusader, nor is it an hallucinatory tale of crazed, swooping bats attacking a scheduled flight across Bass Strait.
“I’m on a winner” …Old Spice
By Lauren Dawes on 13 Oct 2010
You have probably heard, seen and/or read all about The Old Spice marketing campaign that has had the whole world talking, well Marketing magazine has released the latest statistics on the impact the campaign has had on the brand and its sales.
We need to talk
By at+m on 05 Oct 2010
Don’t worry, before you start thinking it’s those dreaded four words that often precede a relationship break up, let us assure you, our meaning is quite the opposite.

































