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  • Paytm Ads & Meesho partner to leverage soundbox for mega sale

    Paytm Ads & Meesho partner to leverage soundbox for mega sale

    Mumbai: One97 Communications (OCL) which owns the brand Paytm, a payments and financial services distribution company and the pioneer of QR, Soundbox and mobile payments, today announced the expansion of Paytm Soundbox Ads. The industry-first solution enables brands to advertise their products and services through Paytm Soundbox, where the ad will play after the transaction.

    During its sale, Meesho is the latest brand to partner with Paytm Ads on the soundbox. This partnership signals a new benchmark in audio advertising, transforming the moment a transaction is completed offline into a potential online purchase through the Meesho app. By unlocking demand for e-commerce in Bharat, Meesho is making online shopping accessible and affordable for a large segment of the population. The brand takes pride in democratising e-commerce, ensuring that even the most remote towns can enjoy the convenience and joy of festive shopping online.

    With Paytm Soundbox Ads, brands can leverage Paytm’s leadership in merchant payments and can build brand recall for advertisers. The company’s innovative in-store marketing solution empowers brands to play their advertisements on the iconic Soundbox devices across all points of sale.

    The Soundbox audio advertisements aim to seamlessly integrate branding and messaging between companies and consumers. Paytm Soundbox Ads can be customised for different geographies as the auto-assisted device supports 11 languages, including English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, Bengali, Gujarati, Punjabi and Odia. Paytm has partnered with several brands, including Coca-Cola for Sprite, Mondelez for Oreo biscuits and Dabur for Odonil, among others for Soundbox Ads.

    Paytm spokesperson said, “As the leader in merchant payments, we are bringing innovative opportunities for brands to leverage our reach. Paytm Soundbox is one of the most preferred payment devices and the latest Ads solution is a first-of-its-kind offering for brands in the industry. The scale of Paytm Soundbox distribution ensures that marketers and brands can reach their audience in various cohorts of state, city or language for a targeted & meaningful reach. Through this unique solution, brands can increase customer engagement within a shorter duration while taking it beyond online marketing. ”  

    Meesho director-brand marketing Soumitra Choubey said, “The sale season brings a lot of excitement among our consumers. In a cluttered time like this, it’s not just what you say, but how you say it. Capturing attention and hacking memory structures has become increasingly challenging. For our marquee sale of the year, it was imperative that we lead with innovation. Creativity is a business multiplier. and this simple but wild activation is a testament to that.”

    The creative agency for the film was talented and the Media partner was Carat Denstu. 

  • Meesho & Nancy Tyagi join hands to celebrate upcoming creators for #MeeshoTrendz

    Meesho & Nancy Tyagi join hands to celebrate upcoming creators for #MeeshoTrendz

    Mumbai: Meesho, earlier this year, launched its #trendz campaign with a keen eye on the dynamic preferences of Gen Z. It included a thoughtfully curated collection that embodies the latest fashion trends at the best prices. As the most recent development to that, Meesho successfully concluded its Meesho #trendz contest—aimed at empowering fashion enthusiasts. Held from 1 February to 30 May 2024, the contest provided a platform for both, aspiring and established content creators to showcase their talent and social media skills, irrespective of their follower count or reach.

    The contest was aimed at highlighting the latest styles from the thoughtfully curated #trendz collection on Meesho; and also enabling budding creators to get the platform they deserve to showcase their talent. This emphasis on accessibility struck a chord with a wide audience while helping establish Meesho as the ultimate trendy e-commerce fashion destination. The contest garnered an overwhelming response, attracting nearly 35,000 entries and reaching a massive audience  of over 455 million people. This resulted in 12 million earned engagements, significantly boosting Meesho’s online presence.

    Renowned fashion influencer Nancy Tyagi, known for her ‘Outfit from Scratch’ series on Instagram, served as the judge for the contest.

    Meesho associate director – brand marketing Soumitra Choubey said, “Our #trendz campaign isn’t just a showcase of trends, it’s a celebration of individuality and affordability. The contest not only fosters creativity and empowers talent but also highlights our curated #trendz collection. Having Nancy Tyagi, a popular content creator, as the judge, offers a more inclusive opportunity for emerging talent and democratizes the process. Her unique journey further positions her as an ideal mentor and judge; to handpick winners based on their creativity, hard work, and style.”

    Leading fashion influencer Nancy Tyagi added, “From sharing my first Meesho haul that went viral to now judging the #trendz contest, it’s been an incredible journey of growth and creativity. My heartiest congratulations to all the winners! Your talent inspires me, and I can’t wait to see where your Meesho journey takes you. Here’s to chasing dreams and making waves together!”

    Each winner was treated to a personal billboard proudly displayed in their hometown, featuring snapshots from an exclusive professional photoshoot for which they were flown to Bengaluru. Moreover, the top five winners will now have their individual “trend specific” moodboards showcased on Meesho, amplifying their social media influence even further. Coming to the cash prizes, the grand prize winner received cash worth 30 lakh rupees, and special prizes and benefits were awarded to the top five winners. Moreover, the top 500 winners collectively received prizes amounting to Rs 30 lakh.

    The #trendz contest underscores Meesho’s steadfast commitment to nurturing emerging talent. By celebrating fashion creativity and harnessing social media, Meesho empowers aspiring creators to carve their niche in the digital landscape.

     

  • Meesho’s WaitNahiVoteKaro campaign encourages Indian youth to vote

    Meesho’s WaitNahiVoteKaro campaign encourages Indian youth to vote

    Mumbai: Meesho, an e-commerce marketplace, has launched an innovative social media campaign titled #WaitNahiVoteKaro. The campaign aims to mobilise and empower India’s youth to exercise their fundamental right to vote.

    Leveraging Meesho’s extensive reach across various social media platforms as well as its own app, the campaign introduces a series of innovative strategies to boost youth voter participation. One of the key elements of the campaign is the change of its brand logo across prominent social platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, and Snapchat. The updated logo seamlessly integrates the iconic Meesho “m” with a finger bearing the ink mark, symbolising the platform’s dedication to increasing voter participation.

    Moreover, Meesho is leveraging the trending #GRWM reels, meaning ‘Get Ready With Me’ on Instagram and YouTube Shorts. Collaborating with influencers, they’re showcasing the process of preparing for voting day. This trend reflects a growing perception of Election Day as a significant occasion worthy of dressing up, encouraging the audience to join in the celebration. By tapping into the “Get Ready With Me” content trend, where influencers share their preparations for the day, including selecting outfits, packing essentials like water bottles, and putting on comfortable shoes, Meesho aims to normalise and promote voting as a crucial aspect of civic responsibility.

    To emphasise the importance of voting, the brand strategically utilises push notifications and banner advertisements on its app, with catchy messages like “Bhulo nahi, kal vote karo!” and “Aaj delay nahi, vote karo!” These timely reminders not only serve as proactive calls to action, urging its consumers to participate in the democratic process but also to contribute to the national voting efforts by amplifying the Meesho-ites’ votes cast during these elections.

    Meesho associate director of brand marketing Soumitra Choubey added, “We are excited to contribute to the General Election 2024 via Meesho’s On-App, Social Media and creator ecosystem and have a meaningful impact. Since its launch on May 10, our campaign, #WaitNahiVoteKaro has already garnered over 18 crore impressions. By actively engaging our community through initiatives like #GRWMtoVote reels and targeted messages, we are aiming to foster a sense of empowerment among our users. We believe that by celebrating Election Day as a significant event, we can inspire an optimistic change in societal perceptions towards voting, thereby, not only increasing voter turnout but also reinforcing Meesho’s commitment to social and national responsibility.”

    Through these multifaceted initiatives, Meesho is not only raising awareness about the upcoming election but also actively encouraging and empowering India’s youth to exercise their right to vote. By leveraging its platform and influence, Meesho is committed to enabling every eligible citizen to make their vote count in the Indian General Election 2024.