Does politically charged creative work?

Daisy Doctor
By Daisy Doctor | 10 April 2017
 

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There has been an increasing trend for brands using advertising as a mechanism for political conversation. A few are taking vehement stances on issues such as equality and Indigenous rights. But, with every trend comes criticism. We asked MercerBell's David Bell, The Core Agency's Misa McConnell and Host's Darren Spiller to weigh in on politically charged dialogue.

1. Daughter - Audi, Venables Bell & Partners

2. The Entire Journey - 84 Lumber, Brunner

3. Better With A Kiss - Medibank, B.B.E

4. Man Up - ABC, Cummins&Partners

5. Celebrate Australia with a Lamb BBQ - Meat & Livestock Australia, The Monkeys

Creative choice

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