Every year, StopPress asks players in the local industry for their reflections on the year that was. Here’s what Chris Long, Creative Director at Rainger & Rolfe, had to say. 1. Favourite Local Campaign Quite partial to the writing on that latest Hilux campaign out of Saatchis. I thought the R&V Covid music video was

Clemenger Group New Zealand has announced that Strahan Wallis is to become CEO of the company. The move follows current CEO, Jim Gall’s return to Australia as CEO of Clemenger BBDO Melbourne Group in April last year. Gall will remain Chairman of Clemenger Group New Zealand. Gall says: “We’re delighted to have someone with the

For those who have seen it all before, 100% Pure New Zealand has launched a new social campaign encouraging Kiwis to do – and share – something original this summer.  Created with Takapuna-based agency Yarn, the campaign depicts comedian Tom Sainsbury on a mission to get New Zealanders sharing creative snaps of their domestic travels

Epson has partnered with comedy legend Jimeoin to launch a nationwide campaign for its EcoTank range of cartridge-free printers.  The new campaign incorporates multiple channels including free-to-air and catch-up television, radio, social media and in-store.  As well as being a comedy staple in New Zealand and Australia, Jimeoin knows all too well the frustration and

Production company Digital Masters have released their latest TVC for Carpet Mill, after the popular Kiwi brand decided to change up their marketing for the first time in 10 years.  The campaign, made up of 15” and 30” spots, centres around the idea that your home is your castle.  It aims to evoke all of