BT Means Business: Empowering UK SMEs | Clapboard Ad Archive

BT Means Business

Description

In 2022, BT launched its groundbreaking integrated campaign "BT Means Business" in the United Kingdom, marking the brand’s most ambitious multichannel B2B initiative to date. Developed in collaboration with creative agency NOW and Essence, this campaign heralded a significant evolution in BT Group’s brand portfolio, positioning BT as the flagship technology partner for enterprise and public sector customers both domestically and globally. Centered on the launch of BT’s Digital Marketing Hub, the campaign introduces a powerful new “business-first” brand positioning that highlights BT’s commitment to empowering small and medium-sized businesses through innovative digital marketing solutions. The Digital Marketing Hub is an all-in-one platform designed to simplify the way businesses create, publish, measure, and optimize their paid campaigns across key channels including Facebook, Instagram, and Google, enabling owners to focus on running their business while BT supports their growth. The campaign’s creative approach draws on the insight that business success is driven by the determination and passion of the people behind them, and positions BT as a partner matching that ambition every step of the way. High-impact TV assets filmed in a documentary style showcase authentic business owners such as dog groomers, decorators, and chefs, accompanied by energetic, resonant music tracks like Groove Armada’s “Superstylin’” and Missy Elliott’s “Work It” to amplify the emotional connection. Complementary print and digital executions depict heroic imagery of small business craftsmanship, reinforcing the campaign’s narrative of dedication and excellence. To maximize reach and engagement, activity spans TV, BVOD, radio, out-of-home, and social media channels, ensuring that "BT Means Business" resonates strongly with UK business owners eager to innovate and expand their horizons. This campaign firmly establishes BT as the tech partner of choice for businesses ready to make their mark.

Credits

Client

BT

Agency

Now, Essence

Production House

Merman

Director

Michel & Nico

Producer

Siobhan Murphy, Robert Leonard, Tamara Mennell

Cinematographer

Luke Jacobs

Casting Director

Hammond & Cox

Art Director

Theo Boswell

Crew

Ben Preston

Post Production

Tenthree

Editor

Billy Mead

Vfx Studio

Black Kite Studios

Colorist

George Kyriacou

Motion Graphics Artist

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