Commercials are used to effectively advertise any type of business, whether local or national. A good commercial does more than sell the product. It builds an image for the company that makes it.
Unfortunately, this means that most
commercials are very similar in style because they are trying to sell products
with the same image. Commercials are creative in their own right. However,
creating memorable experiences for the viewer is the daunting part.
With that said, check out the
content below to learn how to create a commercial.
How
to Create a Commercial
A business commercial has three main
goals:
-Sell customers on the product by
building an image of what they will get by using it
-Attract new customers to use your
business/buy your product
-Motivate regular customers to keep
buying your product
Selling
the Product
The first step in creating a
commercial is understanding what it is that you are selling. You need to be
able to visualize it.
What does the product look like? How
do people use it? Are they happy once they have used it? These questions all
must be answered before putting it on camera.
One of the most effective
advertising tips is to make it seem as if you are selling a happy experience instead
of a product.
Building
an Image
The image that people have for a
company is probably the most important part of creating a commercial. The unique selling proposition (USP) or unique value proposition (UVP) is what sets the
company apart from the rest.
The USP makes a particular product
or service stand out from its competitors. It is often used as a tagline. The
objective is to make your business stand out from all of the others in your
industry.
When developing a business
commercial, take the time to brainstorm the USP for your company.
Attracting
Customers
During the development of your
commercial, it is essential to note who you are marketing the product to. Are
you targeting all demographics, or just one? The most effective commercials are
always targeted at a specific audience with unique needs that only that
particular product can satisfy.
A general audience might not get the
same message as your targeted audience would. What you think is an effective ad might actually
turn people off if it is aimed at the wrong market.
Whole
Population vs. Targeted Advertising
Whole population advertisements are
typically seen on television because they appeal to all sorts of consumers.
However, they don't speak specifically to anyone. Advertisements like these are
hard to make memorable because they don't speak to any group in particular.
For example, a commercial for
laundry detergent will show happy families and the product cleaning clothing
and smelling good. This is an effective way of reaching a wide consumer
population, but it doesn't convey much more information than that.
Also, it's common for TV voice overs
to be used in these types of ads.
Effective
Commercial Ideas
Creating a commercial that sells
your product is tricky. But if you understand the basics of how to create a commercial,
you’re on your way to success.
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