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CREATIVE STRATEGY
Goal was to bring in Cox Automotive's greatest assets — our people. What better way to draw clients in than to show them that we have the real pros working hard every day for them.

BRAND CAMPAIGN VISUAL ELEMENTS OVERVIEW

VIDEO STORYBOARD
Amped up by compelling images and dazzling music, Cox Automotive is bringing our clients everything from innovations to insights, solutions to people. "Let's make it real" stakes our claim as the industry's only real and authentic partner our clients can depend on.

LANDING PAGE

SOCIAL | PAID | EMAIL COMMUNICATION SAMPLES

ENGAGEMENT TACTIC
Real Talk Podcast/Webinar Here's a great opportunity to create a "REAL"-branded series. Suggested repackaging existing webinar series under this umbrella, bring different combos of experts together for hot topics, or make it interactive with Q/A sessions with our clients. This would also allow us to introduce and promote our own experts as SMEs and influencers in the industry.

PRESENTATION DESIGN EXAMPLE
Showcase engaging people photography along with new ways to treat data to freshen up the brand.

COX AUTOMOTIVE 'LET'S MAKE IT REAL' BRAND CAMPAIGN

The Challenge

As the automotive industry emerged from the disruption of COVID, many dealers were still transitioning to digital processes. Cox Automotive needed a campaign that reinforced its role as a trusted partner helping dealers navigate rapid digital transformation while shifting brand messaging toward optimism and forward momentum.

My Role

Creative Director responsible for concept development, visual direction, and the overall campaign framework.

The Approach

Developed the “Let’s Make It Real” platform to highlight Cox Automotive’s strength in bringing together people, innovation, insights, and solutions. Bold visuals and authentic storytelling helped communicate real expertise and practical technology solutions across the automotive ecosystem.

The Outcome

The concept was selected by leadership for its ability to unify messaging across Cox Automotive’s portfolio while reinforcing the company’s role as a powerful partner during a period of major industry change.

Key Skills Demonstrated

Creative Direction, Brand Strategy, Campaign Development, B2B Marketing, Integrated Campaign Design

Date:

2021

Client:

Cox Automotive

Role:

Creative Director

Tags:

Art Director, Brand Campaign, Brand Evolution, Branding, Concept Design, Creative Director, Go-To-Market, Integrated Marketing Campaign, Post-Crisis Messaging
BENlabs BRAND ROLLOUT

BENlabs BRAND ROLLOUT

COX AUTOMOTIVE BRAND REFRESH

COX AUTOMOTIVE BRAND REFRESH

OVE REBRAND

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NADA 2023 COX AUTOMOTIVE TRADE SHOW EXPERIENCE

NADA 2023 COX AUTOMOTIVE TRADE SHOW EXPERIENCE

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AI AGENTS LAUNCH - TUBEBUDDY

MANHEIM 'KEEP COOL' NATIONAL PROMOTION

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AUCTION CRASHERS — ENTERPRISE AUCTION MAKEOVER INITIATIVE

AUCTION CRASHERS — ENTERPRISE AUCTION MAKEOVER INITIATIVE

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UI/UX – LANDING PAGE REFRESH
Midwest Institute Vet Tech Program

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THE KING CENTER (TKC) BOOKSTORE AND COMMUNITY CENTER BRANDING

CREATOR DAY — BENlabs EXPERIENCE

CREATOR DAY — BENlabs EXPERIENCE

BENlabs 'BE THERE' BRAND CAMPAIGN

BENlabs 'BE THERE' BRAND CAMPAIGN

COX AUTOMOTIVE 'LET'S MAKE IT REAL' BRAND CAMPAIGN

COX AUTOMOTIVE 'LET'S MAKE IT REAL' BRAND CAMPAIGN

'DT MEANS BUSINESS' DEALERTRACK BRAND CAMPAIGN

'DT MEANS BUSINESS' DEALERTRACK BRAND CAMPAIGN

DEALERTRACK BRAND REFRESH

DEALERTRACK BRAND REFRESH

MRK10 STUDIO BRANDING

MRK10 STUDIO BRANDING

MAKE A LITTLE MUSIC MONDAY — INTERNAL ENGAGEMENT CAMPAIGN

MAKE A LITTLE MUSIC MONDAY — INTERNAL ENGAGEMENT CAMPAIGN

MANHEIM EXPRESS PRODUCT LAUNCH

MANHEIM EXPRESS PRODUCT LAUNCH

DRiVEQ AI ENGINE INTRO VIDEO

DRiVEQ AI ENGINE INTRO VIDEO

BENlabs EXECUTIVE VIDEO MAILER

BENlabs EXECUTIVE VIDEO MAILER

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TUBEBUDDY AT VIDSUMMIT

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BE THE MANHEIM WALL IN-AUCTION ACTIVATION

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