Target's first NewFronts pitch excludes content

Target made its first NewFronts pitch to advertisers not with content, but with a rebrand of its existing media network business. The retailer joined the likes of Hulu, which announced a new binge-watch ad format, and Walmart, which introduced a new video ad network, in presenting this week. But unlike other online publishers and digital media companies focusing on new programming, Target, which took the stage Thursday, instead explained the evolution of its Target Media Network and served up a rotating cast of speakers from brands like Chobani and MoMA. The new media offering is called Roundel, a name derived from Target’s iconic—and undeniably round—bullseye logo. The division is a rebranding of the network the retailer first debuted in 2016. By using its own first-party customer data, Target says it can offer advertisers—including brands it does not sell on its own shelves—a compelling proposition for reaching new customers. Roundel is “more than just buying ads on Target.com,” says Kristi Argyilan, who was recently named president of Roundel, adding that the company is already seeing “enormous interest” from brands. She said the network will help advertisers “market to a real group of consumers.” The business includes ad inventory on display, social, audio and linear TV. Rather than use Nielsen ratings when assessing TV inventory, Argyilan says Roundel will use its customer data to determine which programming might be right for an advertiser. So far, Target has... Continue reading at 'Advertising Age'

[ Advertising Age | 2019-05-03 00:00:00 UTC ]
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