Two phones showing AARP ads: one reads Hit the road!, the other offers a first year membership price.

AARP − Google Ads

Client: American Association of Retired Persons

Google Ads

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Social Media Campaign

Social Media Campaign

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Overview

AARP the leading nonprofit organization for Americans aged 50 and older, has consistently pursued its mission to empower individuals in their choices as they age. With a focus on health security, financial stability, and personal fulfillment, AARP's nationwide presence highlights its commitment to strengthening communities and advocating for the needs of over 100 million Americans and their families.

Team

Portrait of Carlos Murguia

Co-Creative Director

Carlos Murguia

Portrait of Jose Caicedo

Co-Creative Director

Jose Caicedo

Art Director

Barbara Condemarín

Art Director

Eli Taipe

Senior Designer

Ed Acaro

Deliverables

Social Media Posts

Gifs

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Challenge

The need to maintain relevance in an oversaturated media landscape always adds a layer of complexity to any communication strategy. Additionally, given the wide range of generations within the demographic, we faced the challenge of effectively communicating complex programs and initiatives to individuals with varying levels of internet engagement. This required us to employ solid and effective visual communication strategies tailored to diverse preferences and digital knowledge.

01

Challenge

The need to maintain relevance in an oversaturated media landscape always adds a layer of complexity to any communication strategy. Additionally, given the wide range of generations within the demographic, we faced the challenge of effectively communicating complex programs and initiatives to individuals with varying levels of internet engagement. This required us to employ solid and effective visual communication strategies tailored to diverse preferences and digital knowledge.

Five AARP display ad sizes on a gray field, each with a Join Now or Learn More button.

One ad system stretched across the display sizes Google serves, from skyscrapers to the half page unit.

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Solution

To address these challenges, AARP partnered with us to develop and bring to life complex concepts through graphic design and motion graphics. Our collaboration embarked on a visual communication strategy to increase engagement with AARP benefits. Our approach involved creating visual assets tailored to the brand's diverse audiences, compelling them to connect with AARP's offerings.

Utilizing graphic design, AARP developed visually striking materials in a visually appealing and easy-to-understand format. Through motion graphics, AARP brought its messages to life, leveraging animation and multimedia elements to captivate and inform its audience. Additionally, strategic advertising campaigns helped AARP amplify its messaging across various channels, reaching individuals who consume information most frequently.

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Solution

To address these challenges, AARP partnered with us to develop and bring to life complex concepts through graphic design and motion graphics. Our collaboration embarked on a visual communication strategy to increase engagement with AARP benefits. Our approach involved creating visual assets tailored to the brand's diverse audiences, compelling them to connect with AARP's offerings.

Utilizing graphic design, AARP developed visually striking materials in a visually appealing and easy-to-understand format. Through motion graphics, AARP brought its messages to life, leveraging animation and multimedia elements to captivate and inform its audience. Additionally, strategic advertising campaigns helped AARP amplify its messaging across various channels, reaching individuals who consume information most frequently.

Tablet on pink showing an AARP ad that reads Hit the road, with a Learn More button.
Tablet on pink showing an AARP ad that reads Hit the road, with a Learn More button.

The Hit the road cut on tablet, where the photo carries the headline and the button sits right under it.

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Impact

By embracing visual communication as a strategic tool, AARP has strengthened its position as a leading advocate for older Americans while empowering individuals to navigate the complexities of aging with confidence and agency.

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Impact

By embracing visual communication as a strategic tool, AARP has strengthened its position as a leading advocate for older Americans while empowering individuals to navigate the complexities of aging with confidence and agency.

Angled tablet showing an AARP ad for $12 for your first year, headlined Wellbeing Matters, with two cyclists.

The Wellbeing Matters version, pairing the first year offer with an everyday activity instead of a stock smile.

Phone on pink showing a full screen AARP ad with a yoga pose and a Join Now button.

Full screen on mobile, where the price math does the work above a single Join Now.

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