ASSIGNMENT EIGHT: A FULL CAMPAIGN FOR A FLORIST

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FLORIST CAMPAIGN: ASSIGNMENT EIGHT

A FLORIST’S SEASONAL CAMPAIGN

What do we mean by a full campaign?

Well, you are going to pitch the campaign. You are going to develop the idea for a three-month campaign choosing venues, reach,

For instance, are they going hard on Instagram and Facebook local?
Are they going to do print?
Will there be an ad placement in a local magazine?
Video?
Social Media plan?

They have about $15,000 to spend on placement, and $4000 to spend on creative. That means that they are going to be buying ad space on Facebook and Instagram.

Do a little research to find out how much they spend for what they get.

And remember that 18% of that ad placement can be yours if you are the agency doing the placement. If you want to let your client do that, then fine. But you do have to find out how far your budget can go so you can plan your creative output.

To start the pitch we are going in with a full-page ad.

Florist is named: Bonnie’s Custom Arrangements.

Here are three versions of the ad copy.

Copy one:
“Discover the Art of Personalized Elegance at Bonnie’s Custom Arrangements. Where every petal, every leaf, tells your unique story. Step beyond the ordinary with exclusively tailored floral designs that transform your vision into a breathtaking reality. Experience the luxury of true customization with Bonnie’s. Because your moments deserve nothing less than extraordinary.”

Copy two:
“Welcome to Bonnie’s Custom Arrangements, where we believe every flower should be as unique as you are. Forget the one-size-fits-all bouquets. Here, we craft each arrangement to perfectly match your style, your occasion, your story. Dive into a world where flowers speak your language, intricately designed to reflect your personal touch. With Bonnie’s, it’s not just flowers; it’s your personal statement in petals. Come, let’s create something unforgettable together.”

Copy three:
“Step into the world of Bonnie’s Custom Arrangements, where your floral fantasies come to life. Here, ‘custom’ isn’t just a word, it’s our promise. We believe every bloom should mirror your individuality. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, our bespoke creations are tailored to your every whim. With Bonnie’s, expect nothing but a masterpiece, each time, every time. Because in your special moments, only the language of exclusive flowers will do. Let’s make every occasion not just memorable, but unmistakably yours.”

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NOTE, the full-page ad in the local magazine will run them $5400 for two months of placement.

Let’s get after it!

 

BRIEF

  • The magazine is 8.75 x 11.25 size.
  • Portrait view
  • Full Color
  • The client wants a bleed shot (edge to edge)
  • Promoting the higher end floral works they do.
  • A Still-Life is what they are looking for – BUT if you can add some human touches they would be open to that.
  • The ad is targeted toward affluent customers who want custom, handmade arrangements
  • The demographics for the magazine are decidedly upscale.

In preliminary discussions, they have indicated that they want to show the customization of their work and emphasize that it is all hand made on premises.

“We are wanting to show the care and love we put into our products. Whether it is a small corsage or a large arrangement, we take extra special care in providing the absolute finest in craftsmanship and artistic aesthetic.”

Now how do you take that thought and turn it into a photograph? A visual representation of “special care” and “craftsmanship”?

A challenge for sure, but not one that we cannot meet.

SPECIFIC EXTRAS:

The client wants to include a simple map of their two locations.
(Do not make a map, just make sure you know where it will fit into the photograph.)
We will want to make sure your ‘map area’ is not covering up something important.

The budget they have for the image is $2000 and covers three iterations (variations) for use in different ads.

Show us three iterations that you do for the ad.
Perhaps you could do those and put them on the Facebook page so we can see how they look.

An iteration is a different view of the same shot. It is NOT three different shots. Don’t let that happen to you.
An iteration is the same set, same flowers, mostly the same composition and lighting but with minor prop or POV changes.
Perhaps your first shot is an oblique shot with hands, the second shot is still life with scissors in hands, the third shot is a top-down showing the flowers and the scissors on the table.

There is no art director for this shot, you are working directly with the florist.

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Do your research.

Google florists in your area.
Google ads for florists.
Do a simple inventory of props you may need.
Hit a local florist to see if they are interested in working with you to make this image… and then give it to them.

No samples from me this time… remember – YOU are the art director.

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    WIX Logo Maker
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    Predis.ai
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