Why live TV ads won’t work for every brand
As live TV ads become increasingly popular among marketers, ITN Production’s head of commercials Adam Barnett explains how brands can make the most of the format – but warns it isn’t for everyone.
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As live TV ads become increasingly popular among marketers, ITN Production’s head of commercials Adam Barnett explains how brands can make the most of the format – but warns it isn’t for everyone.
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