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Marketing in My Life Analysis
Directions:
Students select ONE brand they personally interact with (Nike, McDonald’s, TikTok, Netflix, Crocs, etc.).
Students must answer in complete sentences; 2-3 sentences for each question:
What product or service does the company sell?
Who do you think the company’s target customer is?
Where do you usually see their ads? (social media, TV, in-store, online)
What makes their ads memorable?
Would you say the brand is more focused on needs or wants? Explain.
Extension (if time allows):
Sketch a quick idea for a new ad targeting teens.
Deliverable:
1–1.5 page written response or digital document
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Brand: Nike
What product or service does the company sell?
Nike sells athletic footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessories for sports and casual wear, and it also offers digital services like the Nike Training Club and membership benefits. The company designs, manufactures, and markets performance and lifestyle products for athletes and everyday consumers.
Who do you think the company’s target customer is?
Nike’s target customers are active people and athletes across a wide age range, especially teens and young adults who care about sports performance or sneaker culture. The brand also targets fashion-conscious consumers who value a sporty, aspirational image.
Where do you usually see their ads?
I usually see Nike ads on social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, as well as on TV during sports events and on billboards in cities. I also notice in-store displays and sponsored content from athletes and influencers.
What makes their ads memorable?
Nike’s ads are memorable because of strong, concise messaging like “Just Do It,” emotional storytelling that ties sport to personal achievement, and high-profile athlete endorsements. Bold visuals, energetic music, and clear, motivational copy make their commercials stick in viewers’ minds.
Would you say the brand is more focused on needs or wants? Explain.
I would say Nike is more focused on wants because much of its marketing emphasizes identity, aspiration, and lifestyle rather than just functional needs. That said, some product lines clearly address needs like performance, comfort, and safety for athletes, so the brand blends needs with a stronger focus on desire and status.
Extension — Quick idea for a new ad targeting teens:
A 30-second vertical TikTok/Instagram Reel showing diverse teens handling everyday mini-challenges—waking up for morning practice, landing a skate trick, sprinting to catch the bus, or freestyling in a hallway—cut together with fast match-cuts that highlight the Nike gear in motion. Use a trending song remixed with a rising beat, short on-screen motivational phrases (e.g., “Show up,” “Try again,” “Make it yours”), and end with a close-up of the shoes and the tagline “Just Do It — #MoveYourWay.” Include an AR shoe filter and a challenge encouraging teens to post their own 10-second moves for a chance to be featured on Nike’s account; place the ad on TikTok, Instagram Reels, Snapchat, and in-app push notifications.
What product or service does the company sell?
Nike sells athletic footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessories for sports and casual wear, and it also offers digital services like the Nike Training Club and membership benefits. The company designs, manufactures, and markets performance and lifestyle products for athletes and everyday consumers.
Who do you think the company’s target customer is?
Nike’s target customers are active people and athletes across a wide age range, especially teens and young adults who care about sports performance or sneaker culture. The brand also targets fashion-conscious consumers who value a sporty, aspirational image.
Where do you usually see their ads?
I usually see Nike ads on social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, as well as on TV during sports events and on billboards in cities. I also notice in-store displays and sponsored content from athletes and influencers.
What makes their ads memorable?
Nike’s ads are memorable because of strong, concise messaging like “Just Do It,” emotional storytelling that ties sport to personal achievement, and high-profile athlete endorsements. Bold visuals, energetic music, and clear, motivational copy make their commercials stick in viewers’ minds.
Would you say the brand is more focused on needs or wants? Explain.
I would say Nike is more focused on wants because much of its marketing emphasizes identity, aspiration, and lifestyle rather than just functional needs. That said, some product lines clearly address needs like performance, comfort, and safety for athletes, so the brand blends needs with a stronger focus on desire and status.
Extension — Quick idea for a new ad targeting teens:
A 30-second vertical TikTok/Instagram Reel showing diverse teens handling everyday mini-challenges—waking up for morning practice, landing a skate trick, sprinting to catch the bus, or freestyling in a hallway—cut together with fast match-cuts that highlight the Nike gear in motion. Use a trending song remixed with a rising beat, short on-screen motivational phrases (e.g., “Show up,” “Try again,” “Make it yours”), and end with a close-up of the shoes and the tagline “Just Do It — #MoveYourWay.” Include an AR shoe filter and a challenge encouraging teens to post their own 10-second moves for a chance to be featured on Nike’s account; place the ad on TikTok, Instagram Reels, Snapchat, and in-app push notifications.
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