From challenger brand to household name, all within 4 years whilst working to strict ROI

2012 TV Advert - "Messy Boy" [Click/Tap to view]
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2012 TV Advert - "Messy Boy" [Click/Tap to view]
London Bus Stop
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London Bus Stop
2012 TV Advert - "Kids" [Click/Tap to view]
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2012 TV Advert - "Kids" [Click/Tap to view]
London Underground Tube Car Panel
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London Underground Tube Car Panel
2011 TV Advert - "Everyday" [Click/Tap to view]
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2011 TV Advert - "Everyday" [Click/Tap to view]

The Brief

  • Having tested various media since launching Moonpig.com in 2000, the vital question in 2006 was whether TV or radio could prove that the idea of sending cards online would resonate with the Great British public
  • We had to cut though with a memorable creative while educating consumers of a completely new proposition, avoiding confusion with E-Cards
  • Since 2006, investment has increased significantly with integrated campaigns now aimed at communicating the expansion of Moonpig’s product portfolio
  • Measureable ROI and efficient new customer acquisition have been the primary objectives throughout the working relationship
  • After six years of phenomenal growth, we now maintain Moonpig’s position as the market leader despite aggressive competition

Results

  • Moonpig have grown from an unknown challenger brand into a household name with over 70% brand awareness
  • Annual sales have risen from £1.8m in 2006 to £45m in 2012, profits from £300k to £12m
  • TV spend has increased from a monthly budget of £50k to +£1m per month whilst working to the same ROI metrics
  • Since launching with a test DRTV budget, Moonpig now advertise across an integrated mix of TV, Radio, Outdoor and Digital Media
  • Featured in the 2010 Sunday Times Fast Track 100
  • Featured in the 2011 Sunday Times Profit Track 100
  • In 2011, Moonpig merged with Photobox in a deal which valued the company at £120m