Advertising Strategy and Planning
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When establishing measureable objectives for a campaign, which of the following components is used to calculate the percentage change?

  • The established goal and the specific effect to be measured.
  • The baseline and the time frame.
  • The specific effect to be measured and the time frame.
  • The baseline and the established goal. (correct)
  • In the context of campaign planning, how does benchmarking primarily contribute to setting objectives?

  • By providing a detailed analysis of the current market trends.
  • By establishing a precise budget allocation for the campaign.
  • By offering insights into competitor's weaknesses.
  • By using similar products or prior campaigns to predict achievable goals. (correct)
  • A marketing team is tasked with 'targeting' for a new product launch. What does 'targeting' primarily involve in this context?

  • Analyzing the competitor's targeting strategy and creating a similar approach.
  • Creating diverse marketing messages to appeal to a general audience.
  • Identifying and profiling an audience likely to respond to a particular message. (correct)
  • Setting ambitious sales targets for the sales department.
  • A company aims to enhance its brand positioning. What should this positioning be primarily based on?

    <p>A feature or attribute that is important to the consumer. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key factor in establishing a competitive advantage for a product?

    <p>Having a feature that is strong and important to the target audience. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which development most directly spurred the need for advertising focused on sales during the Industrial Revolution?

    <p>The creation of surplus goods and improved transportation networks. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a core element that defines modern advertising?

    <p>The message is delivered through interpersonal communication. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of advertising, what is the primary role of strategy?

    <p>To provide the basic logic and direction for an advertisement. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Within the components of advertising, what is the best description of 'execution'?

    <p>The way in which advertisements are directed to identified audiences. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does creative problem-solving relate to the strategic planning phase of advertising?

    <p>It enhances research and media buying, which are parts of planning strategy. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between media buying and creative thinking in advertising?

    <p>Effective media buying requires creative thinking to optimally place ads. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of advertising does 'execution' primarily address?

    <p>Speaking to the audience’s specific concerns with a message. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of high production values in the execution phase of advertising?

    <p>They reflect the overall quality and professionalism of the ad presentation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC)?

    <p>Unifying all marketing communication messages and tools to send a consistent, persuasive message. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of modern advertising, what does 'buzz' primarily refer to?

    <p>Getting people to talk about an event, idea, or brand. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How has electronic media influenced modern advertising?

    <p>It has allowed advertising to become more intimate, interactive, and personalized. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of 'suppliers' in the advertising ecosystem?

    <p>To provide specialized services such as artists, writers, and photographers. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of 'targeting' in advertising?

    <p>To identify the people in the desired audience for an ad. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the advertising eras focused primarily on the artistic concept of advertisements?

    <p>The Creative Era (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'synergy' mean in the context of Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC)?

    <p>Messages have more impact working jointly than on their own (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the age of new advertising, what extends creativity beyond the 'big idea' of an ad?

    <p>Finding innovative methods to connect with consumers extending beyond traditional advertising channels. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A company aiming to establish itself as a leader in a niche market would MOST likely employ strategies that emphasize which of the following?

    <p>Creating category dominance. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which budgeting method is MOST aligned with a strategic approach to campaign management?

    <p>Objective-Task Method. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is establishing measurable objectives crucial for a campaign?

    <p>To determine the effectiveness of the campaign. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the PRIMARY role of an account planner?

    <p>To research consumers and provide insights that inform message strategies. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An account planner is trying to understand how consumers perceive a new brand of sustainable coffee. Which question BEST reflects the account planner's focus?

    <p>&quot;How do consumers' values align with the brand's sustainability mission, and how does that influence their purchase decisions?&quot; (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of advertising, what is the MAIN difference between the roles of an account manager and an account planner?

    <p>The account manager is the voice of the client, while the account planner is the voice of the consumer. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What critical skill enables account planners to transform complex consumer research data into actionable insights for creative and media teams?

    <p>Information integration and synthesis. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A company is launching a new line of organic baby food. How might an account planner use consumer research to inform the campaign strategy?

    <p>By identifying key consumer concerns about ingredients and messaging how the product addresses those fears. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An advertiser is looking to target business professionals in the construction industry. Which type of magazine would be most appropriate?

    <p>Trade paper (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A media planner is deciding between placing an ad in a national magazine versus a regional edition of the same magazine. What is the primary factor they're most likely considering?

    <p>Geographic targeting of the advertisement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When evaluating a magazine's suitability for an advertising campaign, what aspect relates to its target audience's age, income, and occupation?

    <p>Demographics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors differentiates controlled and uncontrolled magazine circulation?

    <p>The method of distribution to readers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A company selling organic gardening supplies wants to advertise in a magazine. Which magazine characteristic should be considered to reach the best potential customers?

    <p>Editorial Content (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor has NOT contributed to the challenges faced by the newspaper industry?

    <p>Increased cost of newspaper production and distribution. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A national retailer wants to place a series of ads in a newspaper chain across different states. How did the introduction of standard advertising units (SAU) assist the retailer with this goal?

    <p>It simplified the process of buying ad space, billing and payment across multiple newspapers. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A local car dealership partners with a national tire manufacturer. The dealership runs an ad promoting the tire brand, and the manufacturer agrees to cover a portion of the advertising expenses. What type of advertising arrangement is this?

    <p>Co-op advertising (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A local restaurant owner wants their advertisement to appear in the food section of the Sunday newspaper. What type of advertising rate would they most likely need to pay?

    <p>Preferred-position rate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following ad placements would be classified as display advertising within a newspaper?

    <p>A full-page ad for a department store, placed in the entertainment section. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An individual wants to sell a used bicycle and places a small advertisement in the local newspaper. What category of newspaper advertising does this fall under?

    <p>Classified advertising (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference between local and national advertisers concerning newspaper ad sales?

    <p>National advertisers generally pay a higher rate compared to local advertisers. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is online delivery considered a potential growth area for the newspaper industry?

    <p>Online delivery is more appealing to younger demographics who are not regular readers. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Modern Advertising Definition

    Advertising has evolved to encompass identification, information, promotion, and sales.

    Five Basic Factors of Advertising

    Advertising involves paid communication, sponsor identification, persuasion or information, large audience reach, and use of nonpersonal mass media.

    Paid Communication

    Advertising must involve compensation to communicate messages.

    Sponsor Identification

    Effective advertising makes it clear who is behind the message.

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    Inform or Persuade

    Advertising aims to either inform or convince the audience to take action.

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    Target Audience

    Advertisers must identify and direct messages to specific groups of consumers.

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    Execution in Advertising

    Execution involves crafting a message that resonates and selecting effective media for communication.

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    Creative Strategy

    Creative strategy guides the overall direction and planning in creating advertisements.

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    Benchmarking

    Using a similar product or campaign to forecast objectives.

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    Measurable Objectives

    Clear goals with specific criteria for measuring success.

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    Targeting

    Identifying and profiling an audience for marketing messages.

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    Positioning

    How consumers perceive a brand in relation to competitors.

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    Competitive Advantage

    Attributes that distinguish a product from competitors.

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    Key Players in Advertising

    The main participants in advertising include the advertiser, agency, media suppliers, and audience.

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    Advertiser (Client)

    The company or individual that seeks to promote their products or services through advertisements.

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    Advertising Agency

    A service organization that assists advertisers in planning and executing their advertising campaigns.

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    Interactivity in Advertising

    A modern approach allowing consumers to engage directly with ads, creating a two-way communication channel.

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    Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC)

    A strategy that unifies all marketing messages to ensure consistency and enhance the persuasive effect of the brand's goals.

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    Emergence of Consumer Society

    A historical phase in advertising where consumerism became prominent, influencing advertising strategies.

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    Accountability Era in Advertising

    A stage in the advertising timeline emphasizing measurable outcomes and return on investment from advertising efforts.

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    Newspaper Readership

    The audience exposure to newspapers is decreasing, especially among younger demographics.

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    Impact of Recession

    The recession resulted in significant declines in newspaper advertising revenue, often double digits.

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    Advertising Revenue Ranking

    Newspapers rank third in advertising revenue, behind television and online media.

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    Ad Sales Structure

    Advertisers pay based on ad size and newspaper circulation, with discounts for local ads.

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    One-order, One-bill System

    Ads are sold by local sales staff or brokers under an organized billing system to simplify the process.

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    Standard Advertising Unit (SAU)

    Introduced in the 1980s, it simplified national advertising purchases across different markets.

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    Display Advertising

    Ads not limited to size and can be placed anywhere except the editorial section; may be local or national.

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    Classified Advertising

    Used by individuals and local businesses to sell personal goods or services; usually smaller in size.

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    Consumer Magazines

    Magazines aimed at consumers buying products for personal use.

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    Business Magazines

    Magazines targeting business readers, often covering industry-specific topics.

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    Geographic Targeting

    The strategy of tailoring magazines to national or regional audiences.

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    Controlled Circulation

    A distribution method where magazines are delivered to a specific audience without direct sales.

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    Demographics in Magazines

    Factors like age, income, and occupation considered in magazine advertising.

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    Campaign Budget Methods

    Five methods include Historical, Objective-Task, Percentage-of-Sales, Competitive Budgets, and All you can afford.

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    Historical Method

    Budgeting based on last year’s spending plus inflation, not tied to specific goals.

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    Objective-Task Method

    Budget determined by specifying objectives and estimating costs for achieving them.

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    Evaluation in Campaign Management

    The process of measuring the effectiveness of a campaign based on set, measurable objectives.

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    Account Planning

    Research and analysis to gain consumer insights and address their needs regarding a brand.

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    Account Planner's Role

    An agency person who researches brand-consumer relationships to develop message strategies.

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    Account Manager's Role

    The person who represents the client’s interests in the agency.

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    Research Foundation Importance

    Consumer research is essential for understanding and guiding planning processes.

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    Study Notes

    Course Details

    • Course name: ACM 2133 ADVERTISING
    • Instructor: SOFIA HAYATI YUSOFF
    • Contact number: 016 268 5064
    • Room number: 36, 1st Floor, FKP
    • Lecture hall: DKS 1.3FKP
    • Semester: A241
    • Day: Thursdays
    • Time: 8:00 – 11:00 am

    Course Assessment

    • Continuous Assignment (20%):
    • Midterm test (20%)
    • Assignment 1 (20%)
    • Assignment 2 (20%)
    • Final Exam (40%)
    • Total (100%)

    Rationale of the Course

    • To understand the role of media in advertising and consumer behavior.

    Course Objectives

    • To familiarize students with the importance of media in advertising.
    • To provide basic application of advertising in communication and media studies.

    Course Synopsis

    • Introduces the structure, history, problems, and challenges of advertising, locally and internationally.
    • Provides a foundation for those interested in creative, business, or research aspects of advertising, as well as a potential career in advertising.
    • Explains the basic use of advertisements, strategic planning, and the production process of print and electronic advertising.
    • Serves as a foundation for advanced advertising courses in creative development, media planning, and management.

    Defining Modern Advertising

    • A complex form of communication using objectives and strategies to influence consumer thoughts, feelings, and actions.
    • A form of marketing communication that employs various techniques to reach customers and deliver messages.
    • Evolution:
    • Identification: Simple images in ancient civilizations representing businesses.
    • Information: Gutenberg's printing press revolutionized mass communication.
    • Promotion: The Industrial Revolution spurred the need for media to promote surplus goods and services.
    • Sales: Shift toward measuring ad effectiveness and establishing standards for effective advertising

    Five Basic Factors

    1. Paid communication
    2. Identified sponsor
    3. Attempts to inform or persuade
    4. Reaches a large audience
    5. Message conveyed through mass media

    Components of Advertising

    • Strategy: The underlying logic and planning that directs the advertisement.
    • Creative Idea: The core concept that attracts the audience.
    • Execution: Bringing the idea to life through specific actions and media.
    • Media: The chosen channels to deliver the message to the audience.

    Roles of Advertising

    • Marketing: Meeting customer needs through products.
    • Communication: Connecting with the target audience.
    • Economic: Increased competitiveness, effective marketing, efficient costs for consumers, creating demand.
    • Societal: Shaping views, creating images, displaying diversity, informing, mirrors trends

    Types of Advertising

    • Brand advertising: Focused on building brand identity and image over time.
    • Retail of local advertising: Focused on sales within a specific geographic region.
    • Direct response advertising: Intended to stimulate an immediate sale.
    • Business-to-business (B2B): Directed advertising from one business to another.
    • Institutional advertising: Builds corporate identity and wins over public perception.
    • Nonprofit advertising: Used by organizations for fundraising and outreach.
    • Public service advertising: Usually produced and run for free for societal good.

    Key Players in the Advertising Process

    • Advertiser (client): Initiates the process, sets budget, and approves the ad plan.
    • Agency: Provides expertise and executes the plan effectively.
    • Media: Channels for the advertisement, such as TV, radio, or magazines.
    • Supplier: Provides services, including visuals, creative ideas, printing, etc.
    • Audience: The recipients of the message; their response determines effectiveness

    The Development of Advertising

    • Stages:
    • Age of print: Early era of advertising.
    • Emergence of consumer society: Rise of mass consumption.
    • Modern advertising era: Evolution of advertising techniques.
    • Age of agencies: Role of advertising agencies.
    • The Creative Era: Emphasis on creativity and innovation.
    • The Accountability Era: Measurable results are necessary.
    • Age of Social Responsibility: Ethical considerations in advertising

    Current Developments

    • Electronic media: Making advertising more personalized and interactive.
    • Interactivity: Advertising must change to be more interactive.
    • Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC): Unifying all marketing efforts to deliver a consistent brand message.
    • Globalization: Companies must understand local markets and customs.

    Research

    • Market research: Gathering data about the product, category, and overall marketing situation.
    • Consumer research: Identifying and profiling the target audience to predict how they will respond to the advertising.
    • Advertising research: Focused on evaluating different aspects of an advertisement.
    • IMC research: Assembling info about marketing communication tools and channels.
    • Strategic research: Critical information used to make strategic advertising decisions.
    • Types of research: Qualitative (uncovering consumer attitudes & behaviors), Quantitative (numerical data), Secondary (available information), Primary (original data collection).

    Strategic Planning

    • The process of identifying a problem, determining objectives, executing strategies, and adopting tactics.
    • Essential for brand communication.
    • Components:
    • Situation analysis: Identifying problems and opportunities.
    • Objectives: Defining specific goals for the campaigns.
    • Targeting: Identifying the desired audience.
    • Positioning: Establishing brand in the market.
    • Communication: Defining a plan and setting tactics.
    • Campaign strategies: A plan for the overall campaign.
    • Budgeting: Calculating costs.
    • Evaluation: Assessing effectiveness.

    The Creative Brief

    • Explains consumer insights and strategies.
    • Serves as a springboard for creative ideas.
    • Components:
    • Problem: Communication issues.
    • Target audience & key insights: Consumer behavior.
    • Brand imperatives: Brand position, personality.
    • Communication objectives: Desired consumer responses.
    • Proposition/selling idea: Single thought for the campaign.
    • Support: Reasons to believe the proposition.
    • Creative direction: Stimulating desired responses.
    • Media imperatives: When and where the message is delivered.

    Creative Thinking

    • Originality: Producing novel, fresh, surprising ideas.
    • Divergent thinking: Thinking outside of the box.
    • Concepting: The process of developing a new ad idea.

    Copywriting for Print

    • Components: Display copy (headlines, taglines, slogans). Body copy (main message, explanation, proof details).
    • Writing Headlines: Target the right people, grab attention, inform.
    • Writing Body Copy: Maintain interest, elaborate, summary, explanation.

    Copywriting for Radio

    • Writing style needs to be clear and concise, grabbing attention.
    • Tools: Voice, music, sound effects contribute to the mood and engagement.

    Copywriting for Television

    • Uses visuals to build a story and convey the message.

    Other media requirements

    • Each media requires different methods of copywriting. (Print's need for detail)
    • Consideration must taken regarding format, lengths, and target audiences.

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