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Tag: DDB Chicago

DDB goes full crunch with surreal new campaign for SKITTLES POP’D
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DDB goes full crunch with surreal new campaign for SKITTLES POP’D

By Reel Chicago Apr 23, 2025
What happens when chewy goes crunchy? According to DDB Chicago, the answer is an identity crisis—and they’re helping fans laugh (and scream) their way through it in the lat...
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SKITTLES wants you to legally acknowledge the Rainbow (Yes, Really)
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SKITTLES wants you to legally acknowledge the Rainbow (Yes, Really)

By Reel Chicago Mar 28, 2025
In a move that only SKITTLES could pull off, the iconic candy brand has launched a hilariously over-the-top campaign to announce its latest product twist—SKITTLES POP'D. And ...
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DDB and Orkin launch Chewed Art campaign
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DDB and Orkin launch Chewed Art campaign

By Reel Chicago Feb 21, 2025
Orkin Pest Control, regarded as one of the top pest control companies in the industry, is collaborating with DDB Chicago, to creatively raise awareness about termite protection...
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DDB Chicago a part of North American Leadership restructure
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DDB Chicago a part of North American Leadership restructure

By Reel Chicago Jan 29, 2025
DDB is implementing a major strategic transformation, bringing together three of its most distinguished agencies—DDB Chicago, Alma, and Adam&eveDDB—under one consolidat...
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SKITTLES unparalyzes gen-Z’s commitment issues
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SKITTLES unparalyzes gen-Z’s commitment issues

By Reel Chicago Oct 15, 2024
Face it, SKITTLES is strange. But we embrace strange at Reel Chicago. Relish it even. And that's why we are drawn to this thought-provoking new spot created by DDB Chicago and ...
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Orkin celebrates double Cicada emergence with a live “Orkinstra”
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Orkin celebrates double Cicada emergence with a live “Orkinstra”

By Reel Chicago May 29, 2024
Trillions of newly-emerged cicadas are about to crank up the volume on the sweet sounds of summer in much of the country – particularly across the Southeast and Midwest. For ...
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DDB Chicago, Critical Mass create AI world for Starburst
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DDB Chicago, Critical Mass create AI world for Starburst

By Reel Chicago May 16, 2024
For the first time in 12 years, Starburst, the beloved candy known for its deliciously different flavors, has launched a new campaign titled "Different Every Time." This in...
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McDonald’s rings in New Year with Fry Countdown
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McDonald’s rings in New Year with Fry Countdown

By Reel Chicago Jan 7, 2024
It's only January 8, so we can still talk New Year's Eve stunts. As the world eagerly awaited the traditional Times Square Ball Drop to welcome 2024, McDonald's took a playful ...
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DDB Chicago’s Jatene moves to W+K Latin America
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DDB Chicago’s Jatene moves to W+K Latin America

By Reel Chicago Nov 7, 2023
Rodrigo Jatene, Chief Creative Officer at DDB Chicago, will be leaving the Omnicom agency to join Wieden+Kennedy as the Chief Creative Officer for its Latin America region. ...
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For Bimbo Bakeries’ campaign DDB turns to the GOATS – Grandmas
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For Bimbo Bakeries’ campaign DDB turns to the GOATS – Grandmas

By Reel Chicago Sep 19, 2023
DDB Chicago has cooked up a daring campaign for Bimbo Bakeries' bread brands, Arnold, Brownberry, and Oroweat Breads. This fresh and innovative campaign, titled 'Baked the Rig...
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DDB Chicago is Gerety 2023 Global Agency of the Year
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DDB Chicago is Gerety 2023 Global Agency of the Year

By Reel Chicago Sep 19, 2023
In the world of advertising, recognition for outstanding creativity is a highly coveted accolade. This year, DDB Chicago has emerged as the Gerety 2023 Global Agency of the Ye...
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J.J. Watt has 99 problems, but Miller Lite ain’t one
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J.J. Watt has 99 problems, but Miller Lite ain’t one

By Reel Chicago Sep 15, 2023
Miller Lite is adding some extra kick to this football season with a dynamic multi-year partnership featuring former Houston Texan Defensive End and sports broadcaster, J.J. W...
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Emma Montgomery named CEO of DDB Chicago
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Emma Montgomery named CEO of DDB Chicago

By Reel Chicago Jun 1, 2023
Emma Montgomery returns to Chicago, in a surprising move as she exits her post as CEO of Leo Burnett Australia and begins her position as CEO at DDB Chicago. She will fill ...
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DDB Chicago chills with 8 Gold Cubes at 2023 ADC Awards
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DDB Chicago chills with 8 Gold Cubes at 2023 ADC Awards

By Reel Chicago May 18, 2023
DDB Chicago had a "chill" night at the ADC 102nd Annual Awards ceremony, held at Terminal 5 in New York during Creative Week 2023. The ADC Designism Cube, for the entry ...
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Coors Light beats the heat with Chillboards energy-efficient campaign
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Coors Light beats the heat with Chillboards energy-efficient campaign

By Reel Chicago May 11, 2022
In order to combat Miami’s frequent extreme heat waves, Coors Light debuted Chillboards, a new experiential eco-and social-conscious campaign directed by HELO’s Set Free Ri...
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DDB Chicago releases hilarious first spots for Orkin
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DDB Chicago releases hilarious first spots for Orkin

By Barbara Roche Apr 28, 2022
The first Orkin campaign from AOR DDB Chicago is hilarious. The theme -- The Best in Pests. When you have pests, call in a pro... the right pro. DDB Chicago uses humor to ...
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Orkin Selects DDB Chicago as Strategic Business and Creative Partner
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Orkin Selects DDB Chicago as Strategic Business and Creative Partner

By Reel Chicago Jan 10, 2022
DDB North America announced that Orkin has selected DDB Chicago as its strategic business and creative agency of record, following a competitive review. The partnership wit...
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Rodrigo Jatene joins DDB Chicago as Chief Creative Officer
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Rodrigo Jatene joins DDB Chicago as Chief Creative Officer

By Reel Chicago Dec 23, 2021
DDB North America has announced the appointment of Rodrigo Jatene to Chief Creative Officer, DDB Chicago to lead creative vision, culture, and product at th...
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Sandra Alfaro is the latest addition to the DDB Chicago team
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Sandra Alfaro is the latest addition to the DDB Chicago team

By Reel Chicago Nov 5, 2021
DDB North America today announced that Sandra Alfaro has joined DDB Chicago as Head of Business Leadership. Alfaro will oversee leadership and growth for the region's lar...
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AICP: Utopic, DDB, Cutters, Highdive rep Chicago in Next and Post Awards
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AICP: Utopic, DDB, Cutters, Highdive rep Chicago in Next and Post Awards

By Colin Costello Jul 28, 2021
The 2021 AICP Next and Post Awards debuted virtually this week in New York during AICP week, recognizing creative excellence in new and emerging media. Chicago post-h...
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