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Blog
Ads & Curation - Why are they interrelated?
Jim Beam, a beloved whiskey brand, ran a TV ad in May 2024. The spot, aptly named “People are Good” focuses on humans and has little to do with the taste and attributes of the product. Instead it’s focused on the outcomes and yes, the value. In other words, bringing people together to experience life’s precious moments. As a viewer, it pulls you in, tugs at your heart-strings. It’s real and therefore believable.
eBooks
Why Human Made Content? 5 Things To Consider Before Diving In
Humans have always connected through content. In this e-book, the content licensing experts at Catch+Release make the case for why Human Made content can be more effective than stock - or even original production. This is the guide for modern marketers who are interested in adding more humanity to their campaigns.
Masterclass
Learn the Art of Curation | Module 2: Advanced Techniques
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.
Learn the Art of Curation | Module 1: Foundations
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.
Webinars
WICMA Panel - Beyond Words: How to Elevate Visual Communication in Content
If you’re wondering how leading content marketers are harnessing the power of AI to create compelling, targeted, and data-driven content—and how you can dive into creating AI-supported content for your brand—this virtual panel is tailor-made for you!
Musing
Videos
Content Marketing World 2024
Catch+Release Founder & CEO Analisa Goodin explores how brands can license high-quality, authentic content from platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Discover how to create campaigns that are culturally relevant, fast, and affordable—without the legal headaches. Through real-world examples, this session offers actionable insights for navigating content licensing efficiently and transforming your creative strategy.
Podcasts
Lost in Found: Wim Vanhenden
In this episode, Tom sits down virtually with Wim Vanhenden, Technical Director of Tool of North America. These creative production maestros have been at it since 1995, consistently pushing boundaries and raising the bar in content production and creative technologies. Wim, broadcasting all the way from Belgium (with a few charming Belgian dogs making a surprise appearance), takes us on a mesmerizing journey through the intricate ways that AI is transforming the branding landscape.
Lost in Found: Aditi Rajvanshi
Aditi Rajvanshi is all about authenticity. Recently, the Founder of Brewing Awesome and Director of Strategy at Portal-A sat down with Catch+Release ECD Tom Christmann on the Lost In Found podcast to talk about authenticity, building communities and her roots at Google’s YouTube in 2009, at the beginning of the social media revolution.