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Big Ads from the Big Game: Our Favorite Super Bowl Commercials
Some watched for the halftime show. Some just wanted to eat the good snacks. Some watched to see if the Philadelphia Eagles could spoil a...
Maia Brusseau
Feb 10, 20253 min read


Co-Viewing: CTV Advertising’s Hidden BOGO
If you’ve been hesitant about the cost of Connected TV (CTV) advertising because of the seemingly high CPMs, you’re not alone. But, one...
Lauren Ridgley
Feb 4, 20252 min read


Programmatic Advertising Jargon: 101
Okay, we admit it. Programmatic advertising jargon is a little out of control. There are so many terms that are unnecessarily...
Maia Brusseau
Dec 13, 20241 min read


Why LinkedIn May Deserve a Place in Your Media Plan
LinkedIn has evolved from being a job search website to an invaluable platform for advertisers, especially for businesses targeting...
Lexie Thomas
Dec 6, 20242 min read


What's a good CPM for OTT?
One of our most frequently asked questions from clients is "what's a good CPM for OTT?" My answer is usually diplomatic. But, the correct answer is, "you're asking the wrong first question about OTT." If you are comparing OTT vendors, the most important metric isn't a number like CPM. Don't get me wrong, CPM matters, but OTT success hinges on where your ads run and who they reach. Premium inventory with precise targeting almost always outperforms cheap impressions. So befor
Lauren Ridgley
Nov 4, 20243 min read


Why an Indie Agency May Be the Right Choice for Your Business
The first time someone called Left Hand Agency "indie" I almost corrected them. After all, indie is a term usually reserved for renegades...
Lauren Ridgley
Oct 11, 20242 min read


LHA takes on PDX
Last week, the Left Hand Agency team descended upon Portland, OR where our all-remote agency is headquartered. Our team came in from...
Lauren Ridgley
Sep 19, 20242 min read


The Importance of Digital Media Buying Certifications: How They Benefit Our Team and Clients
In the fast-paced world of digital marketing, things can literally change overnight. Platforms update, new tools emerge, and what worked...
Sarah Williams
Jul 16, 20242 min read


Why Elections Affect All Advertisers and What They Can Do About It
Saying that election years tend to upend the media landscape is an understatement. They wreak havoc on it! When political dollars flood...
Lauren Ridgley
Jun 11, 20243 min read


Free (or almost free) Marketing Tools for Nonprofits
It’s no secret that marketing teams are often stretched thin when it comes to people, resources, and budgets. And if you’re working for...
Maia Brusseau
May 14, 20242 min read


What is an AVOD?
We admit it. We are SUPER guilty of using acronyms in this business. And AVOD is another acronym that gets tossed around without much...
Lauren Ridgley
Feb 27, 20242 min read


What is a FAST channel?
No, unfortunately, it's not an app that moves quicker than other streaming apps! A FAST Channel is an app that is free to customers and...
Lauren Ridgley
Feb 13, 20242 min read


The Top Super Bowl Ads of 2024 (according to us!)
Super Bowl Sunday is one of the biggest events of the year. Early estimates from Nielsen Media Research show that 120 million people...
Maia Brusseau
Feb 12, 20243 min read


What’s the point? Why old-school buying techniques don’t cut it for digital media.
Have you ever wondered why traditional media buying methods just don't seem to click when it comes to the digital world? For decades, TV...
Lauren Ridgley
Jan 30, 20242 min read


Navigating the Digital Landscape: Ensuring Brand Safety in Advertising
The world of digital advertising is a virtual ocean of media options. And like the ocean, there’s a lot hiding below the surface. That’s...
Lauren Ridgley
Dec 13, 20234 min read


A Bold Ad Campaign for a Bold New Brand
We get to work on a lot of cool projects with our clients. It’s not often, though, that a client’s project includes a move to a newly constructed facility, new graphics, new set, and a whole new brand. WHEW! That was the project our client Danielle Reeves from KMOV-TV was tasked with for most of 2023. She tapped our agency to help build a bold advertising strategy and campaign to support their creative for their new First Alert 4 brand. Reeves tasked us with ensuring the
Maia Brusseau
Dec 12, 20231 min read


What is IVT and Why Should You Care?
Imagine going to McDonalds and ordering a quarter pounder and fries. But, when they hand you your order, there is only half of a burger...
Lauren Ridgley
Dec 5, 20232 min read


What Does "Scalable" Mean When it Comes to Marketing?
Here at Left Hand Agency, we talk with a lot of businesses about making their marketing strategy scalable. But what does that really...
Lauren Ridgley
Nov 28, 20232 min read


How to Determine Your Brand's Target Audience and Why it Matters
One of the first questions we ask potential clients or new clients is "who is your target audience?" Why? Understanding who you want to...
Maia Brusseau
Nov 15, 20232 min read


Happy National Programmatic Advertising Day!
Yes, there is a holiday for everything, and today we are celebrating one that was made for people like us! In 2019, a digital advertising...
Lauren Ridgley
Nov 7, 20232 min read
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