Outdoor: the Creative Medium

In this article, focusing on creativity within the outdoor industry, the author believes that the medium is increasing in popularity due to its effective creative treatments.

Media Creativity

Outdoor: the Creative Medium

David McEvoy, JCDecaux

There is a renowned creative directors maxim, whether real or apocryphal: Got a great idea show me the poster. As posters are the most elemental of advertising forms, a great idea can be judged on its ability to perform on a poster. Stripped to its bone, the creative has to work by itself without the crutch of 30 seconds of mood-enhancing music or the endorsement of a well-known celebrity. Graduate Trainee, Hello Boys, Labours Tax Bombshell, fcuk and more What can a media planner add to creativity...

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