The best content right now for brand campaigns

Sarah Early, Head of Emerging Platforms, Entertainment and Culture, at UTA, delves into content and brand activations. Often, brands hastily chase after the latest influencer or trendy platform, but these strategies tend to yield short-lived results. Instead, effective campaigns leverage cultural moments to reinforce established brand messages, fostering long-term momentum and impact. Today, Sara discusses the best content right now for brand campaigns.
About the speaker

Sarah Early

UTA

 is a little camera shy

Sarah Early is Head of Emerging Platforms, Entertainment and Culture at UTA

Show Notes

  • 01:21
    Sarah's background and role at UTA
    Since the early 2000s, Sarah has been working in the entertainment industry. At UTA, a global talent and sports agency renowned for representing celebrities in entertainment and culture, she helps brands develop innovative strategies to reach consumers through new media.
  • 02:53
    UTA's philosophy and differentiation
    UTA represents the best-in-class, helping clients build long-term business growth. Leveraging the agency's intelligence and connections in entertainment and sports, they help brands access and use culture effectively, creating impactful campaigns and new partnerships.
  • 04:34
    Brand marketing and cultural relevance
    Relevance in brand marketing is not just about chasing every cultural trend but integrating them into the brand strategy, ensuring alignment with broader initiatives. It's about leveraging cultural moments to authentically connect with audiences and create long-term impact.
  • 06:31
    Setting guardrails in brand campaigns
    Effective brand marketing focuses on campaigns that have a lasting impact and align with the brand's identity. Brands like Dunkin' Donuts and Elf Cosmetics excel in Super Bowl advertising by blending current trends with timeless messaging, appealing to new and core audiences.
  • 09:49
    Brand collaborations and partnerships
    Brand collaborations can be difficult due to legalities, differing brand guidelines, and messaging alignment. Successful partnerships often come from a shared audience insight. Understanding the audience and finding common ground is key to successful collaborations.
  • 12:40
    Bridging the gap between brand awareness and sales
    Achieving widespread awareness through culturally relevant campaigns doesn't immediately translate to sales. Building brand loyalty and driving sales takes time and consistent engagement with consumers, particularly in emerging industries.

Quotes

  • "Brand partnerships and collaboration work best when theyre anchored in an insight about a shared audience." - Sarah Early

  • "Cultural relevance in marketing isnt always about chasing clout. It's thinking about how cultural events become a part of a brand strategy and drive long-term impact." - Sarah Early

About the speaker

Sarah Early

UTA

 is a little camera shy

Sarah Early is Head of Emerging Platforms, Entertainment and Culture at UTA

Up Next: