Best On-line Brand Development : Big Chip Awards

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Winner 2011

Matmi with Gorillaz: Escape to Plastic Beach

The judges said

This was another hotly contested category but there was one project that the judges felt eclipsed the others. It was the innovation in the use of the brand, how it all tied together and how ultimately it enhanced the online development of the brand that secured first place.

Entrant’s description

Gorillaz are the world’s first virtual band and having built up an enviable reputation for digital leadership, expectations of the 2010 album “Plastic Beach” were high.

Our brief was to extend the band’s existing presence with an interactive, immersive experience of their digital world. We put players in the role of bassist, Murdoc, to re-create the album’s escape story in a three chapter online and mobile game.

Its technological innovations and immersive player experience have enhanced the Gorillaz digital reputation, delivering the equivalent of 26 years’ worth of online brand exposure worldwide – and counting.

Shortlist 2011

Lightbox Education with MYLO
Matmi with Gorillaz: Escape to Plastic Beach

Criteria 2011

An entry in this category must include a significant use of on-line media to develop or build a brand. Entrants should provide evidence of the effectiveness of the on-line presence in strengthening the brand and its values.

Entries closed 14 March 2011

Award History

Winner 2010: Manchester Museums Consortium and Visit Manchester with Creative Tourist

Manchester Museums Consortium & Visit Manchester

The judges said

"In a category often dominated by agency-led campaigns to promote big-budget consumer brands, the judges felt that the winner of this category had clearly demonstrated how intelligent and cost-effective use of on-line media could significantly strengthen and develop a brand’s position, even in a highly competitive online sector."

Entrant’s description

Creative Tourist was developed by Manchester Museums Consortium, a group of nine separate museums and galleries that share a collective vision; to stage intelligent, thought-provoking and outward looking exhibitions and events that showcase the cultural credentials of Manchester in a national and international arena. It is the digital delivery tool for a strategic communications strategy that aims to enhance Manchester’s image as a culturally credible city, impress key influencers, increase visitors (especially of the high spending kind), drive tourism and support the sustainability of both the museums and galleries sector and tourism businesses.

Shortlist 2010

IAS b2b Marketing with Beat the Wolf
Manchester Museums Consortium & Visit Manchester with Creative Tourist
Mando Group with United Utilities Rebrand
Xentum Ltd with X marks the spot

Winner 2009

Code Computerlove with www.crownpaint.co.uk

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The judges said

"There were so many entries to this year's Awards you'd imagine the judges blasting through each one with some rapidity. However, picture the scene as the entire Judging Panel dwells over the beautiful design and elegant code of the winning website, totally engaged by the level of interaction. Over and above this site delivering as tightly to the brief as you can get and delivering an 800% increase in sampling, it's quite simply the best of its kind."

Entrant's description

Crown’s brand vision is to “Create Change Together”.

By showing understanding that decorating is a complex and challenging journey for their customers, and offering real support every step of the way in the paint buying process with inspirational and truly useful content, the new Crown website (www.crownpaint.co.uk) has helped to position Crown as a ‘creative partner’ and expert in home decors - not just a manufacturer of paint, as well as build long-term relationships with customers by providing inspiration and encouragement at the start of their journey.