I’m no designer, but I know how important it is to find the right visuals. In fact, when it comes to campaign performance, I’ve found that a visual can be the deciding factor between high and low engagement

With UMG pulling its catalog from TikTok, content creators, marketers, and advertisers are being forced to navigate this new terrain with caution and creativity, seeking innovative ways to engage audiences amidst these changing dynamics.

Join me as we explore some of the strategies behind this year’s most anticipated campaigns, extracting lessons that you can apply to your brand's narrative, regardless of your industry or scale.

Learn the secret creative skill top agencies already use. This free ebook reveals how top brands curate content for high-impact storytelling. Download now to transform the way you create.

Discover the boldest marketing trends of 2025. From TikTok takeovers to anti-influencing, gain insights to stay ahead of the curve and lead creative campaigns.

This year, we're witnessing an unprecedented confluence of technology, consumer behavior, and market dynamics. We've distilled these complex changes into actionable insights for modern marketers and creative professionals.

Campaign budgets are set and paid media is secured. It’s go-time. The brief is ready and now the work begins towards final production. This Lunch + Learn takes a closer look at a Dove-Nike ad that aired on Super Bowl Sunday in Feb 2024, centered on body confidence and self esteem for young girls playing sports. It’s about educating coaches and leaders on how empathy and understanding are critical aspects to building confidence and grit to push through. Hard Knocks has since gained accolades, including numerous Cannes Lion nominations and it secured the 6th highest scoring spot on that Super Bowl Sunday.

We will explore the strategic value of curation within the marketing ecosystem, learning how a proactive and continuous curation process can lead to deeper audience engagement, enhanced brand narrative, and ultimately, a more compelling marketing campaign.

There’s been an explosion of creator content in recent years. And smart marketing teams are finding it valuable to gather relevant creator content on an ongoing basis. This creative exercise is known as curation. Historically, many marketers have left curation to their creative partners, like a social media manager or social agency. But the act of curation can unearth insights and give you a deeper understanding of your audience. And, honestly, anyone can do it. So we thought it was time to create a class.

Even the best laid plans often go awry. When you’re producing a spot, you might end up with film you can’t use, or time frames that still require visuals. Other times, your team might have a gut feeling that certain shots need to be swapped out for better options.

You can’t make this stuff up. Literally. The best visual content isn’t scripted. It’s real. And it’s being posted on social channels by people like you every second. Its now easier than ever to license the perfect shots for your campaigns. Let ECD Tom Christmann and Marketing pro Phoebe Wang show you how fast and easy this is in a step-by-step demo of Catch+Release. You’ll get insider tips on how to find and safely use fresh, authentic content that will engage and move your customers to action.

Step into the future of content creation. This webinar demystifies the creator economy for both creators and marketers. Join Catch+Release ECD Tom Christmann and Head of Curation, Liz Mandeville for a detailed perspective on how collaboration technologies reshape how we produce campaigns and consume content.

Explore how gathering diverse visual content in one spot can unveil unexpected connections with Lisa Knoop.

Explore the deeper meaning behind an image or video. Every element contributes to the visual codes we use to better understand the world around us.

In today’s fast-paced digital world, brands need authentic, high-quality content—fast. Catch+Release makes it easier than ever to discover, clear, and license content from creators across the internet. With a vast and growing creator community, AI-powered search, and a seamless licensing engine, our platform removes the traditional roadblocks of finding and securing user-generated content. This product overview video walks you through how Catch+Release simplifies the entire process, from discovering content in our expansive library to licensing assets from social media, stock providers, or any online source. Learn how our cutting-edge technology ensures fast, secure rights management and how creators can easily monetize their content.

Unlock the full potential of content curation in your marketing strategy with The Art of Curation: A Live Masterclass, presented by Catch+Release. This engaging, hands-on session is tailored for marketers, creatives, and strategists looking to elevate their campaigns with authentic, licensable content sourced from across the internet.

Learn more about how to invite team members for collaboration at Catch+Release.

Micky Ogando is Founder and CCO of Bakery, a creative agency that uses art and science to connect influential brands to culture. Bakery exists to deliver craft, story, and usefulness to an audience that hates advertising.

Influencer marketing, as Sarah explains, is not just about choosing an Instagram celebrity with lots of followers. It’s about bridging a gap. It’s creating a symbiotic relationship where both parties thrive—a harmony between the brand’s aspirations and the influencer’s authenticity. It’s about crafting relationships that endure beyond campaigns, fostering growth and connection.

Tom Christmann sits down with Todd Unger, Chief Experience Officer, SVP Marketing and Member Experience at the American Medical Association to talk about X.