Advertising Facts
How much does a 30-second advertising spot in the Super Bowl cost?
Average: 8 million
When was the first TV commercial aired?
1941
This campaign introduced a talking gecko with a British accent.
GEICO — Gecko campaign
This brand is known for the Golden Arches.
McDonald’s
This brand uses four interlocking rings as its logo.
Audi
What was the first TV commercial?
Bulova watches
When did Apple first launch their "Think Different" campaign?
1997
This campaign used real women instead of traditional fashion models.
Dove - “Real Beauty”
This brand uses a bitten fruit as its logo.
Apple
How many ads do you think the average person sees in a day?
4,000–10,000
What brand helped popularize the modern image of Santa Claus?
Coca-Cola
When did Nike launch "Just Do It"
1988
This campaign used the line “You’re not you when you’re hungry.”
Snickers
This brand’s logo features a hidden arrow between two of its letters.
FedEx
What is often considered one of the most recognizable brands in the world?
Coca-Cola
What did the term "soap opera" come from?
Advertisers. Early radio dramas were heavily sponsored by soap companies.
When did Coca-Cola's first ever commercial air?
Bonus: On what holiday did this ad air?
1950
Bonus: Thanksgiving day
This campaign convinced drivers that being small could actually be a strength.
Volkswagen — “Think Small”
This brand’s logo was designed to resemble both a smile and an arrow.
Amazon
Hint: pointing from A-Z
Which future Oscar-winning actor appeared in commercials for Bubble Yum and Kraft Singles before becoming famous?
Leonardo DiCaprio
What is the true reasoning behind "Got Milk" campaign?
Research showed people usually wanted milk most when they ran out of it, rather than because they simply loved drinking milk.
When did Budweiser's first commercial air?
Bonus: What was the commercia?
1956
Bonus: Budweiser Clydesdales pulling the brand’s famous beer wagon
This campaign featured people holding up signs admitting embarrassing or funny personal truths.
Domino’s — “Pizza Turnaround”
This brand’s name comes from the founder’s surname, but its iconic logo was inspired by the winged Greek goddess of victory.
Nike
Which celebrity faced major backlash after appearing in Pepsi’s controversial 2017 protest commercial?
Kendall Jenner