Design Your Own Ads Assignment

1EL08A ELA 08 A - Sem 1 MSP - 2024/2025 / Module 3: The Message and the Medium
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Design Your Own Ads!

Think about what you've learned about advertisements. You’re going to design THREE ad posters OR written ads for a favorite product or brand. This ad should:

Be original- NO copying an existing ad

Thoughtfully represent the content you chose

Use advertising techniques such as the use of mind tricks, branding, and curiosity

Have a consistent and recognizable style that unites the different ads

Be neat, appealing, and reviewed for errors.

Make sure to answer the final reflection questions thoughtfully and thoroughly!

How will this be graded?

____/25% Project includes three completed ads

____/25% Each ad is neat and thoughtfully represents the chosen content

____/25% The ads use advertising techniques and have a recognizable style that connects the ads

____/25% Reflection questions are answered thoughtfully and thoroughly.

_______/100%

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Learning Target: I can use advertising techniques to create thoughtful and persuasive ads.

Success Criteria:
😄 My ads are clear, focused, and consistently show a connecting style and persuasive content.

😳 My ads are somewhat clear, focused, and consistently show a connecting style and persuasive content.
😕 My ads are not yet clear, focused, or consistently show a connecting style and persuasive content.

1 answer

Product/Brand Selection: Eco-Friendly Water Bottles

Ad 1: “Stay Hydrated, Stay Green”

Visual Design:

  • Large, vibrant image of a reusable water bottle surrounded by nature (trees, flowers, etc.).
  • Earthy color palette (greens, blues, and browns) to emphasize the eco-friendly message.

Text:

  • Bold headline: “Stay Hydrated, Stay Green!”
  • Subtext: “Choose Eco-Friendly Bottles for a Cleaner Future.”
  • Call to action: “Join the Movement. Reduce Plastic Waste Today!”
  • Brand name/logo at the bottom.

Advertising Techniques Used:

  • Emotional appeal: evokes a connection to nature and the environment.
  • Clear branding: consistent use of colors and logo.
  • Call to action generates a sense of urgency.

Ad 2: “Bottles That Care”

Visual Design:

  • Close-up image of the water bottle with water droplets, symbolizing freshness and health.
  • Consistent color scheme as Ad 1, maintaining brand identity.

Text:

  • Headline: “Bottles That Care for You and the Planet!”
  • Subtext: “Durable, Stylish, and Made from Recycled Materials.”
  • Call to action: “Shop Now and Make a Difference!”
  • Brand name/logo at the bottom.

Advertising Techniques Used:

  • Curiosity and appeal: nurtures the idea of caring for both personal health and the environment.
  • Consistency in look and feel ties this ad to the previous one.

Ad 3: “Make the Switch!”

Visual Design:

  • Split image showing a traditional plastic bottle on one side and a reusable eco-friendly bottle on the other.
  • Highlighting a clean and minimalistic background to focus on the bottles.

Text:

  • Headline: “Make the Switch! Ditch the Plastic.”
  • Subtext: “Every Bottle Counts! Join the Eco Revolution.”
  • Call to action: “Choose Green. Choose Today!”
  • Brand name/logo at the bottom.

Advertising Techniques Used:

  • Mind trick: the split image showcases a choice, reinforcing the decision to go eco-friendly.
  • Consistent style matches previous ads while enhancing the message of change.

Reflection Questions

  1. What product or brand did you choose and why?
    I chose eco-friendly water bottles because I am passionate about reducing plastic waste and promoting sustainable living. These products align with my values of environmental conservation.

  2. What advertising techniques did you use, and how did they strengthen your ads?
    I utilized emotional appeal, curiosity, and strong calls to action. Each technique served to persuade potential customers by fostering a connection to the environment and creating a sense of urgency for change.

  3. In what ways do your ads connect with each other?
    All three ads share a common theme centered around sustainability and eco-friendliness, using similar color schemes and brand logos to create cohesion. The messages build upon each other by emphasizing the importance of choice and empowerment in protecting the planet.

  4. What did you learn about the process of creating ads?
    I learned that effective ads require a deep understanding of the target audience and the message you want to convey. Using consistent visuals and strong emotional appeals can significantly influence consumer behavior and brand perception.

  5. What would you do differently if you were to create more ads?
    If I were to create more ads, I would explore different media formats, such as videos or social media campaigns, to reach a wider audience. Additionally, I would incorporate testimonials or user-generated content to further enhance credibility and connection with potential customers.