Trashy advertising is an anti-terrorist devise
Just when you thought advertising display potential was just about saturated, something new, clever and actually very useful pops up. Instead of a just a receptacle for recyclable rubbish, the new bins hitting London’s streets feature LCD screens that display … Continue reading
Why experimenting with your eBay shop could cost you dearly
As with all new ventures (or a flagging old ones) its best to start at the beginning, and when setting up and eBay shop there are two fundamentals to look at – what it’s called and what it looks like. … Continue reading
sustainable quality
Our commitment to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 gives the products and services we provide at Jaz Media a guaranteed credibility. It’s also a framework to keep our business streamlined – this combined with our carbon + programme means our service goes … Continue reading
The pathetic truth about fake friends and followers
Jaz Media found this interesting article featured in the Guardian about why preventing scams is critical for social networks – however, no one seems very interested in indentifying bogus fans or followers Here is the latest Twitter scam I’ve heard this … Continue reading
How can designers stay creative and authentic in a recession?
When it comes to having an original idea, designers are full of them. And so are clients, account execs and the whole entourage of the advertising and marketing world. However making the fully fledged creation conform to style guides, defined … Continue reading
Printing: Is peace of mind included in the price?
Despite the speed and ease technology brings to marketing communications there will always be a place for printed collateral, working as a flanker to your front row so to speak. Printed materials go a long way to creating a tangible … Continue reading
Design by accidents and observation
Look around you, design is everywhere either by accident or by design itself. A spilt cup of coffee leaves an interesting mark, paper accidently left in your pocket and put through the washing provides a new prospective and images competely … Continue reading
Brand Blink: Understanding the Mind to get to the Heart of Buying Decisions
Malcolm Gladwell enlightens our thinking with his book Blink, a fascinating exploration of how decisions are made in the blink of an eye, before consumers even realize they’re making a decision. He suggests “we think without thinking.” Gladwell’s effort to share emerging insights into … Continue reading
Sexy, bold and experimental typography
Sometimes typographyis all you need to communicate your ideas effectively. Graphics can support the type or type can support the graphics, but to deliver the message precisely, you need to make sure your type is expressive enough, your design is … Continue reading
Data-driven ways to reach the inbox
There is only one way to reach email inboxes and increase revenue: Send custom and personal messages timed to the moments when subscribers are ready to engage and buy. You must have a file of active subscribers who engage with … Continue reading
