There are really two major aspects of advertising that a company has to consider: creative and placement

Creative Copy and Design
Just as a poem is considered the most difficult form of literature to write because of its brevity, an advertisement is the most difficult form of marketing material to create. Not only do you have a limited amount of space in which to state your message, but you often have only a few seconds to capture the reader's attention in a magazine or a newspaper. Copywriting and accompanying graphic design have long been qualities that set us apart from many agencies. And, as with many other promotional tools, we often utilize advertising in print to bring prospects to your website, where they can gather more information or contact you directly.

Placement
Magazines, newspapers, online banner ads, internet publications, trade organization newsletters–there are many places you can advertise and spend your advertising dollars, so it is important to select the ones that provide a combination of effectiveness and economy. We have the capability of analyzing various publications and their audiences to ensure that you are getting the "biggest bang for your bucks."

TV & RADIO ADVERTISING
Depending on the products or services you provide and the audience you want to reach, advertising on radio or TV can be effective. Cable companies often can provide a surprisingly inexpensive package for advertising on a local basis, even when the programming is national. Radio stations will frequently provide free voice talent to produce your radio commercials. We can assist with the creative as well as placement.

What makes a good ad?

Everyone has their opinion as to what makes one ad better than another. However, there are characteristics that many good ads have in common.

• Eyecatching graphics
• Intriguing headline
• Concise opening sentence
• Persuasive copy
• Call to action