It's time to grab your carefully portioned snacks. WeightWatchers just dropped a bombshell that's got us at Raised Media Co. on the edge of our non-ergonomic office chairs.
In a plot twist worthy of a Hollywood blockbuster, WeightWatchers has teamed up with advertising heavyweight Ogilvy as their new global creative agency of record. Oh, and did we mention they've also snagged ex-Meta marketer Christina Kothari as their new global VP of brand and integrated marketing? Power move.
Now, you might be thinking, "Didn't WeightWatchers just change agencies like, yesterday?" You're not wrong. This marks their second AOR shake-up in less than a year. It's like watching a high-stakes game of musical chairs, and we're here for it.
But here's where it gets really juicy: WeightWatchers isn't just changing agencies; they're completely revamping their brand. We're talking a total transformation that would make even the most dramatic before-and-after photos blush.
Why the big change?
Two words: Ozempic effect. With weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy taking the market by storm, WeightWatchers is pivoting faster than a fitness influencer spotting a camera. They're not just about points anymore; they're diving into personalized weight management, complete with telehealth services and prescription options.
Of course, being the creative geniuses we are at Raised Media Co., we couldn't help but brainstorm our own campaign ideas. You know — just for fun. We came up with a real winner...
Picture this: "WeightWatchers: The Great American Weigh Off"
We kick off with a series of teasers showing iconic American landmarks mysteriously disappearing. The Statue of Liberty, Mount Rushmore, the Hollywood Sign - all vanished overnight.
Come Super Bowl Sunday, we reveal the truth: These landmarks haven't disappeared. They've lost weight with WeightWatchers.
We unveil dramatically slimmed-down versions of these monuments. A svelte Statue of Liberty. A chiseled Mount Rushmore. A Hollywood Sign that's now just "Holly". Each landmark tells its "weight loss journey" in a series of quick, humorous vignettes.
The campaign ends with a live event: The Great American Weigh Off. We invite the entire nation to step on their scales at the same time, creating the largest simultaneous weigh-in in history.
The combined weight loss is dramatically revealed on a giant scale in Times Square, showing America's collective journey with WeightWatchers.
Tagline: "WeightWatchers - Reshaping America, One Landmark at a Time."
Is it ridiculous? Absolutely. Would it go viral? Probably no. Would it make Ogilvy go, "Wow, why didn't we think of that?" Definitely not.
But hey, Ogilvy, if you're reading this and want to option our "Great America Weigh Off" idea, our inboxes are open. We'll even throw in a cameo from our office plant, Slim Jim, who's been on a strict diet of filtered water and indirect sunlight.
All jokes aside, we can't wait to see what Ogilvy actually comes up with. Something tells us it'll be a bit more... on brand than our fantasies.
So, what's our take at Raised Media Co.? We're watching this closely. The weight loss industry is undergoing a massive transformation, and WeightWatchers is right at the epicenter. It's like watching a real-time case study in brand adaptation and marketing strategy.
For us, it's a reminder of the power of visual storytelling in times of change. Whether it's a weight loss journey or a brand evolution, video has the unique ability to capture the emotion, the struggle, and the triumph in a way that resonates with audiences.
As WeightWatchers embarks on this new chapter, we can't help but think: if they ever need a video production agency to help tell their story, we know a certain NYC-based team that would be up for the challenge. (Hint: It's us. We're talking about us.)
So here's to WeightWatchers and their bold new move. We're watching, we're intrigued, and we're definitely taking notes. After all, this is the heavyweight bout of the year.
Stay tuned. Something tells us this is just the beginning of a very interesting journey.
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Raised Media Co. is a NYC-based commercial photography and video production agency specializing in experiential visual content. We help brands and personalities tell compelling stories through high-impact photos and videos.
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