Earned Creative

The traditional creative paradigm has shifted.

Dollhouse interior showing cramped and unsuitable living conditions to highlight child housing crisis in IKEA campaign

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Ideas need to be built earned-first with paid as the amplifier. That takes a different kind of creative muscle. And it’s one we’ve honed among multi-dimensional teams of writers, creators, artists, producers and technologists across sectors and across the globe. 


The results? The winningest PR firm at the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity, three years running.

Data – and insight-backed

The best ideas are the inevitable conclusion of a killer insight. That’s why every campaign we put out in the world is backed by data and a corresponding insight that ensures its resonance with target communities.

Built for the jungle

No one wakes up in the morning thinking, “I’d like to engage with a brand today.” That’s why successful ideas must earn attention in the real world by providing real-world value. Our earned campaigns are built for the ‘jungle’ that is the real world, not the sterile and orderly ‘zoo’ world of marketing.

Continuously feeding

If a campaign is doing its job in shaping culture, it’s not ‘one and done.’ It sparks a response from the community that, in turn, sparks a response from the brand. We design our campaigns with a long tail – ready to engage and re-engage our audience as they respond to the campaign.

Moving with culture

Culture moves fast and brands need to respond with agility, of course, but also with intention. Our Culture Tap approach isn’t just about being fast – it’s about being smart, so that even real-time engagements have an outsized positive impact.

Our work

  • Cracked smartphone displaying final Google search about jaw and back pain, Her Final Search campaign by Weber Shandwick highlighting missed heart attack symptoms in women
  • Dollhouse interior showing cramped and unsuitable living conditions to highlight child housing crisis in IKEA campaign
  • Three versions of Lindsay Lohan in a stylish apartment during Nexxus Style Swap campaign, showcasing modern hair transformations and nostalgic twin-inspired concept

Making an impact clients can see and feel throughout their business

“They stood out for their ability to match the scale of our ambition. They also have a mindset that aligns with our brand-building philosophy: global in vision, local in voice and culturally fluent by design. And they have been a partner for over 20 years.”

Andy Pharaoh

VP of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability, Mars

“I’m proud of the work we’ve done together to elevate brand storytelling, not just creatively, but culturally. From the breakthrough Pringles Big Game execution to the Pop-Tarts Edible Mascot that earned recognition at Cannes Lions, the impact went far beyond the awards. What unlocked that? A shared understanding of the business challenge, and a decision to slow down and really listen. We anchored the work in real consumer insight before jumping to execution. That discipline made the creative stronger and made us better partners. It’s a great example of what happens when you trust the process, push for excellence, and stay focused on the impact you’re there to create.” 

Charisse Hughes

Chief Growth Officer, Kellanova

“As we continue to grow, we were looking for a partner that understands both our heritage of durability as the leading workwear brand as well as our enduring commitment to honor and advocate for the tradespeople whose hard work shapes our most beloved and iconic shared experiences. The Weber Shandwick team’s personal passion, experience and expertise combined with their advanced technology and capabilities to deliver precision, speed and scale made them the right choice to help us navigate our next chapter.” 

Susan Hennike

Chief Brand Officer, Carhartt

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Culture. Creator. Influencer. Earned. It’s the lexicon leading the new era of marketing. And we are the agency for that era. We’ve got the expertise, and a proven, proprietary, AI-enabled approach to build your brand, build your business and build your reputation.

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