Milc, Siena has beheaded Santa in its latest graphic metaphor for how advertising budget cuts impact people that specialize in creative communication.
The shockvertising captions read, "Creativity is that extra bit of magic that can turn communication into a dream.And there is no crisis that can justify the killing of a dream," and "To cut your communication budget means to cut your own future."
CREDITS:
Advertising Agency: Milc, Siena, Italy
Creative Director: Giampiero Cito
Art Director: Matteo Scheggi
Copywriter: Matteo Spadoni
Photographer: Bruno Bruchi
Strategic planner: Antonio Paolo
Beheading Creativity
Gruesome Shockvertising Over Advertising Budget Cuts
Trend Themes
1. Shockvertising - Creating graphic and provocative advertisements as a means to draw attention and convey important messages.
2. Creativity in Advertising - Emphasizing the importance of creativity in advertising and communication, and the need to allocate adequate budgets to support it.
3. Metaphorical Advertising - Using metaphors and symbols to convey messages about important issues and problems in society.
Industry Implications
1. Advertising - Exploring innovative ways to convey important messages to audiences and promote products or services, while balancing budget constraints.
2. Communication - Developing creative and impactful communication strategies that resonate with audiences and drive engagement and action.
3. Marketing - Designing effective marketing campaigns that connect with consumers and address their needs, while also standing out in a crowded and competitive marketplace.