Using semiotics and qual to optimise comms
CASE STUDY
A creative and strategic development project with long term vision.
To understand the impact of all messaging elements on communication response, we conducted a semiotic analysis with our semiotic partners, followed by qualitative exploration:
Semiotic investigation into the cultural meaning inherent in the category’s signs, symbols, words and visuals: RDE analysis.
Exploring the brand’s comms and fit with category conventions.
Qualitative deep dive into current comms and competitive context.
Interim workshop to springboard development of new creative.
Final qualitative to test and optimise comms.
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