The campaign was developed in partnership with Essence, a digital marketing agency, and will be rolled out across the UK, US and Asia Pacific. The integrated campaign will appear across video, mobile, display, social media, audio and out of home.
The creative images feature issues and events driving the news agenda as overly simplified dichotomies presented in black and white, before prompting readers with the line, ‘For the full perspective, turn to the FT.’ The campaign demonstrates how the FT takes readers beyond the headlines and helps them make the right connections in complex and uncertain times, say the publishers.
Sacha Bunatyan, FT B2C marketing director, said: “For 129 years, the FT has served as a trusted guide for our global readers. At a time when many publications feature opinion rather than reporting, the ‘black and white’ campaign is a playful but powerful reminder that the FT continues to provide high-quality and impartial news and analysis. It presents all sides of the argument so our discerning readers can make their own decisions.”
Andy Veasey, creative director at Essence, said: “High-quality journalism is an essential service in today’s cluttered world of fake news and social media. This campaign promotes the unique perspective of the FT by presenting typical news as black and white before turning the page to reveal the FT’s distinctive pink brand and the full perspective: clarity amid the complexity.”
