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Blog
Is This Real Life?
Discover how the current writers' strike in Hollywood provides valuable insights for content marketers, the importance of diversifying content, and staying adaptable in the evolving landscape. Enhance your brand stories and engage audiences by understanding the significance of valuing and rewarding creators.
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
How To: Creative Quick Fix - Turn Around a Visual Content License in 1 Week
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.
Hidden Gems: A Live UGC 2.0 Platform Demo
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.
UGC 2.0 - A New Way To Discover Amazing Content
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.
Musing
Videos
Catch+Release Walkthrough: Workspace
The Catch+Release Workspace is your home base for managing all the visual content that you've saved in your Collections or that you've licensed through Catch+Release. See at-a-glance how many shots are ready to license or in clearance. Quickly access the Shots Table, Collections, Usages, and Action Needed. The Workspace makes content sourcing, collaborating, and licensing a seamless process.
Catch+Release Walkthrough: Shots Table
The Shots Table is a place to view all the visual content that you have saved to a Collection or licensed through Catch+Release. Filter by Collections, Usages, Licensability Score, Hearts, Comments, and other data points. You can also sort and segment search results according to your preference. The Shots Table is loved by producers, editors, and marketing managers. Learn more about the Shots Table in this video tutorial.
Podcasts
Lost in Found: Abigail Posner
We had the pleasure of speaking with Abigail Posner, Director of Creative Works at Google. Known for her ability to seamlessly blend the art of creativity with the precision of data, Abigail brings a unique perspective to the challenges and opportunities facing marketers today.
Lost in Found: Mike Churchill
In the world of consumer packaged goods, where kitchen table brands are built through compelling stories and creative content, producers are the unsung heroes who bring it all to life. In our latest episode of Lost In Found, we go behind the scenes with Mike Churchill, Executive Producer at General Mills, to explore what it takes to produce high-quality content for some of the world’s most recognizable brands.
Lost in Found: Robert Pascale
In this episode, you’ll learn about Robert’s incredible journey and how he has helped countless creators bring their stories to life. From his time managing photographers for big stock footage companies to his new role helping TikTok influencers maximize their opportunities, Robert has always been bullish on creator content. So of course, Tom was excited to sit down with him and learn more about what makes this “Creator Whisperer” tick.