I recently came across this campaign on the fantastic Digital Buzz Blog. It's a campaign by Grolsch (developed by BMB agency) that promised to be a true multi-screen experience. There seem to be more and more campaigns that are truly multi-screen experiences where the TV spot just becomes the teaser for the rest of the campaign. The real substance and essence of the experience lies in digital. This campaign promises just that, viewers of the TV commercial are introduced to the character Journt, a policeman that demonstrates that character speaks louder than words. Users who go to the Grolsch UK site are invited to share a beer with Journt. Text him your name and if Journt recognizes the name he'll reward you by buying you a beer. Literally you'll get a text back with a a coupon for a 4-pack of Grolsch and a store finder that shows the nearest shop to claim your Grolsch. It's a great idea and great way to tie together the awareness from TV with SMS, online video and mobile activity to ultimately drive foot fall in store.
Unfortunately the TV commercial doesn't include an obvious call to action or information about what viewers can expect (eg. free beer!) at the Grolsch UK website. Unless you're one of those people who go to the URL at the end of every commercial, it's unlikely that a great number of people were pushed to spend further time with the brand by viewing the TV commercial. Too bad really as it's a very nice idea. Check out the case study below.
Unfortunately the TV commercial doesn't include an obvious call to action or information about what viewers can expect (eg. free beer!) at the Grolsch UK website. Unless you're one of those people who go to the URL at the end of every commercial, it's unlikely that a great number of people were pushed to spend further time with the brand by viewing the TV commercial. Too bad really as it's a very nice idea. Check out the case study below.
