Case Study #1: IMVU

The Client
IMVU is an online metaverse and social networking site. IMVU members use 3D avatars to meet new people, chat, create, and play games.

The Problem
IMVU was quite popular when we were kids - but interest has since dwindled. They had a difficult time converting and retaining new users, specifically Gen Zs.

The Insight
IMVU was limited to one niche: gamers. Let's meet Gen Zs where they're at and diversify the IMVU audience by tapping into TikTok fashion influencers!

#WearYourIMVU

#IMVUStylePassport

#FallForIMVU

#AllIWantIsIMVU

Campaign Metrics

786.9k

total video views

97.7k

total likes

1.5k

total engagement

583.5k

total audience reach

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Case Study #1: ThinkLA

The Client
ThinkLA is a media, marketing, and advertising collective with a mission to connect and inspire the Southern California marketing community.

The Problem
ThinkLA's biggest disconnect is its approachability. It screams professional, prestigious, and only-for-the-big-dogs – which feels unapproachable to many Gen Zs who are just getting started in their careers.

The Insight
One of the biggest challenges college aged Gen Zs face is figuring out what the industry looks like, who is in it, and how far it expands. The need for ThinkLA is there: they just need to open the door to Gen Z.

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Case Study #1: Paul Frank

The Client
Paul Frank is an iconic, global cultural brand bringing smiles to the world through their most recognizable character, Julius the Monkey.

The Problem
Paul Frank has struggled with relevancy in recent years. Though the brand is instantly recognizable, they are perceived as "nostalgic" rather than "current" especially with Gen Z.

The Insight
With a tagline of "Don't Forget to Never Grow Up," Paul Frank has an opportunity to resonate with the next generation who desperately seek a brand to rally behind in these crazy times.

Instagram

TikTok

Campaign Metrics

TikTok
162.9k
total views
44.4k
total engagements
+99.9
follower growth
Instagram
553.5k
total impressions
34k
total engagements
+0.45%
follower growth

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Case Study #2: OutLoud Sports

The Client
Formerly "Varsity Gay League," OutLoud Sports is the nation's original adult recreational sports league that serves the LGBTQIA+ community.

The Problem
As an organization built on inclusivity, the name "Varsity Gay League" only represented one community within the LGBTQIA+ community. OutLoud Sports is a growing organization with over 37,000 members nationwide and after 15 years, it was time to refresh their brand.

The Insight
We found that when it comes to Queer verbiage, there's a fine line with their name being inclusive & representative or on the other hand, intimidating. We were challenged with crafting a name and identity that represented both sports & the LGBTQIA+ community, without ostracizing those on the spectrum that are still in self-discovery. OutLoud Sports does just that: emulating the inner child, the ugly laugh, the primal scream: it’s the culmination of repressed joys and an acceptance of yourself.

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