Watch State Farm’s ‘Severance’-inspired ad from Ben Stiller and Highdive
State Farm is collaborating with Apple TV+’s “Severance” in a new campaign that targets young adults.
Coach appoints Mother London for global campaign
Mother London quietly won leather goods brand Coach in 2024, and is now launching its first campaign for the US company, owned by fashion holding group Tapestry. Targeting Gen Z, the work is all about letting go of the relentless need to keep up with the fast pace of life and “live on your own … The post Coach appoints Mother London for global campaign first appeared on More About Advertising.
Lindsey Pattison quits WPP after 16 years to ‘slow down’
WPP’s chief people officer, Lindsay Pattison, is leaving the group to take a break from the world of advertising and media. She has been a star performer and a huge role model and mentor for women in WPP and across the industry. Her most recent job title belies her contribution to the group, which she … The post Lindsey Pattison quits WPP after 16 years to ‘slow down’ first appeared on More About Advertising.
Shawn Ley Leaves WDIV in Detroit
Shawn Ley has left Detroit NBC station WDIV. Deadline Detroit said that Bob Ellis, WDIV's vice president and general manager, told staff, "Team, Shawn Ley is no longer with WDIV. We wish him the best in his future endeavors. If you have any questions, please come see me. Thank you." His biography has been removed...
A+E Launches New Digital Division, Hires Ann McGowan to Lead
A+E Networks has a new division and a new hire all at once. Today, ahead of the A+E Networks virtual upfront presentation on March 5, the company announced the launch of a new A+E Digital Division, which will be led by Ann McGowan, who has been hired as general manager of digital platforms. According to...
Continental Tire Scores as Sponsor of MLS Sunday Night Soccer on Apple TV
Major League Soccer, Apple TV, and Continental Tire all have one goal: Make Sunday Night Soccer a global success. Today, MLS exclusively revealed to ADWEEK that Continental Tire, which has been a league partner since 2010, will serve as the presenting sponsor for its new tentpole Sunday Night Soccer programming on Apple TV. "Continental Tire...
WPP Veteran Lindsay Pattison Exits
Longtime WPP executive Lindsay Pattison is leaving the business, ADWEEK has learned. Per an all-staff memo sent by WPP CEO Mark Read, seen by ADWEEK, Pattison will exit at the end of May after 16 years with the network. She will help recruit her successor in the interim. Her next move has not yet been...
Houston Station Pulls Story Over School District’s Controversial Book Policies
Houston NBC affiliate KPRC pulled a story and issued an explanation after airing a story about a local school district's book policies. Cy-Fair Independent School District has made significant changes to its textbooks, removing entire chapters on controversial topics such as vaccines, climate change, and diversity, which KPRC news director Ana Lastra call "unique" in...
KCAL Anchor Chauncy Glover’s Death Ruled Accidental
KCAL anchor Chauncy Glover died with drugs in his system and his death was ruled accidental by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office. Glover died on November 5. He was 39 years old. The medical examiner's office said his cause of death was acute intoxication by the combined effects of methamphetamine and chloroethane. Before...
