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Slide Sound on Black silhouette of a cat sitting gracefully with its tail curled around its body, showcasing a minimalist design suitable for pet-related content. Stylized logo featuring the letters Washington State Employees Credit Union WSECU—Washington State Employees Credit Union—had an aging membership base and wished to increase membership of their youngest age group (18–24) in three counties in Washington State. Problem B2C Video Production, Paid Social, Display and Native Hydrogen developed a multi-channel, awareness-driven media plan and playful, relevant creative to educate this elusive younger audience. The campaign “Answers, Not Judgment” reached our target audience through social media platforms such as TikTok and Snapchat, streaming OTT video commercials, and a comprehensive, multi-dimensional behavioral banner ad campaign. These channels were supported by media such as paid search and retargeting that drove website form fills and new membership applications. The campaign positioned WSECU as a judgment-free zone for answers on relevant financial topics for those just beginning their financially independent, adult life: e.g., credit cards, checking accounts, cryptocurrency and investing. Solution 33 million impressions
35,000 clicks
7,000 actions taken
27% increase in membership
  • Over 33 million impressions and 85,000 clicks to WSECU website in 4 months
  • Over 7,000 actions directly attributable to advertising
  • 27% increase in membership of elusive age group
Results
Image of a computer monitor and smartphone displaying financial advice content for new job seekers, focusing on topics like student loans and first car purchases, featuring a dollar sign and question mark for engagement. Digital
Text on a smartphone screen displaying a colorful background with the question Social media advertisement for WSECU highlighting questions about paycheck deductions. The image features a bold question, Image of a blank white background, suitable for use in design projects or as a placeholder for text and graphics. Laptop displaying an online article about Walgreens raising its minimum hourly wage to $18 for all staff starting in October, with a sidebar advertisement. Healthy grocery items displayed in a bowl, including avocado, sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and leafy greens, highlighting nutritious carbohydrate options for a balanced diet. Colorful digital display featuring a stylized map of Washington State with the phrase YouTube video thumbnail featuring the text Laptop displaying a search engine results page featuring news articles, videos, and images related to popular topics and current events. YouTube video preview displaying an ad titled Cable TV Display, Native and
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Retartgeting
Display Podcasts Mobile advertisement for WSECU Credit Union promoting checking accounts, featuring a colorful design with text asking Image of a smartphone displaying an article titled Mobile advertisement for WISECU Credit Union featuring a turquoise background with text promoting financial guidance without judgment. The design includes a dollar sign, a question mark, and a call-to-action button labeled Smartphone screen displaying a TikTok video from WSECU Credit Union with the text TikTok logo featuring a stylized musical note and vibrant colors, representing the popular social media platform for short-form videos and creative content sharing. Snapchat logo featuring a playful ghost design with the word Stylized text of the word EBC logo in white against a black background, representing the brand's identity and professionalism. Image of a smartphone displaying the text Mobile phone displaying a graphic with text questioning paycheck deductions, emphasizing financial awareness and inquiry about earnings. Image of a smartphone displaying a financial-themed graphic with a piggy bank and dollar bills. The text poses the question Smartphone displaying a vibrant teal gradient background, showcasing modern mobile design and user interface potential. Mobile phone displaying a vibrant teal background with the text Graphic on a smartphone displaying the text Mobile phone displaying a graphic about paycheck withholding, featuring a dollar symbol and text explaining why employers withhold money from employees' paychecks. Call to action to learn more. Colorful advertisement for WISECU Credit Union featuring a dollar sign and pie chart. The text poses a question about paycheck deductions, encouraging viewers to learn more about financial management. Sponsored post by WSECU on a mobile device, highlighting the importance of understanding paycheck deductions. The image features a dollar sign graphic with the text Mobile phone displaying a financial advertisement with a piggy bank, credit card, and the text Social media advertisement for a checking account service, featuring text on the importance of having a checking account and its benefits for managing deposits and bill payments. Includes a call-to-action button to learn more.
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