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Catch+Release Unveils Teams Feature Update for Storytellers

Catch+Release, the content licensing marketplace, introduces a series of transformative features for full team collaboration. Helping teams comprising creatives, producers, editors and business affairs to have visibility into how each campaign is progressing.

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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.

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From Gutter to Glory

What does bowling have to do with Catch+Release's mission to raise creators of all kinds and make it possible for brands and agencies to simply License The Internet? A lot more than you'd think.

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Case Studies

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Oatly Is Praised for Clever and Cheeky “Update Milk” Campaign That Exceeded Goals

Oatly published nine short spots that hilariously retell history by hailing Oatly as the beloved — not just milk, but — drink of choice for America throughout time.

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Johnsonville Licenses 13 Clips for New “Keep It Juicy” Campaign

Learn more about how this beloved American sausage company licensed visual content to share its “Keep It Juicy” message with customers.

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Gatorade Reaches Gen Z Using Historical Sports Footage to Showcase Brand Superiority

Gatorade approached their agency of record TBWA/Chiat Day with the exciting opportunity to work on a new spot that would premier during the 2023 NBA finals, hailing their product as the best sports drink of all time. It’s what the agency calls a “brand superiority” spot.

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eBooks

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5 Marketing Trends for 2024

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.

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Campaigns Made From Content on the Internet in 5 Steps

How to find audience insights and create compelling campaigns with content found anywhere

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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.

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Masterclass

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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.

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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.

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Webinars

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Revolutionize Your Creative Process with Catch+Release Storyboards

Learn how to transform your creative process with our new Storyboards feature.

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Search Before You Shoot

Learn how creative teams maximize resources by sourcing existing content to fit their vision. Join our webinar to explore strategies for smarter searching and effective curation.

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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!

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Musing

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Ep 2: Making Connections

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

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Ep 1: Reading Pictures

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.

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Videos

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Teams Invite

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

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Purchasing Content at Catch+Release

Learn more about purchasing content at Catch+Release

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Key Steps to Licensing - Clearance and Licensing

Key Steps to Licensing - Clearance and Licensing

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Podcasts

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Newsroom

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IHAF: Boston

November 12, 2024

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ANA: Masters of Marketing, Orlando, FL

October 22, 2024

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Content Marketing World

October 21, 2024

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Footage Fest, LA

September 26, 2024

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Digital Marketing World Conference, NY

September 26, 2024

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Content Marketing Institution: MasterTHIS Webinar

August 21, 2024

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Rip This. How to Use Storyboards

August 13, 2024

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AICP Catch+Release Lunch n Learn Webinar

August 8, 2024

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AICP LA

July 25, 2024

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Ad Age Small Agency Conf + Awards, Boston

July 23, 2024

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Madmen Bowling League Championship Party, NY

July 17, 2024

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ANA B2B, FL

June 12, 2024

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AICP Base Camp & Awards, NY

June 4, 2024

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ANA In-House Agency Conference, LA

May 14, 2024

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ADWEEK/BRAND PLAY Sports Marketing Summit, NY

May 9, 2024

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Madmen Bowling League Kick Off Party

May 8, 2024

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POSSIBLE, FL

April 15, 2024

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AdWeek Social Media Week, NY

April 9, 2024

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Ragan's Social Media Conference, FL

March 27, 2024

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ANA Media, FL

March 18, 2024

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Hidden Gems: A Live UGC 2.0 Demo

December 14, 2023

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Content Marketing Institute: 2024 Trends Webinar

December 7, 2023

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Master of Visuals Storytelling

November 15, 2023

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IHAF Conference & Awards, Pursuing Purpose

November 14, 2023

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Content Marketing World

September 27, 2023