Deutsch L.A. debuts "Smartest Decision" for NerdWallet | Publicis targets late-night NYC workers for Heineken | Maximum Effort, Ryan Reynolds demo Mntn with Steve-O
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[] [Deutsch L.A. debuts "Smartest Decision" for NerdWallet](
[Deutsch L.A. debuts "Smartest Decision" for NerdWallet]( (NerdWallet/YouTube)
Deutsch L.A. created its first work as creative agency of record for NerdWallet, a "Smartest Decision" campaign featuring three spots running across TikTok, Reddit, Instagram, YouTube and Facebook, and out-of-home ads in targeted locations via gas station TV, airports, malls, rideshare vehicles, Volta EV charging stations and Captivate in-elevator screens. Ads tout how the brand's "Nerds" can alleviate anxiety over financial decisions. Full Story: [Ad Age (tiered subscription model)]( (7/25)
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[] [Publicis targets late-night NYC workers for Heineken](
Le Pub and Publicis Italy projected Heineken ads on New York City office buildings at night, displaying the message "Overworking? The Closer can help," a reference to Heineken's recently released device that closes PCs while it opens bottles. A 60-second spot and in a The New York Times print ad captured the effort. Full Story: [Ad Age (tiered subscription model)]( (7/25), [The Drum (free registration)]( (7/25)
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Ryan Reynolds and Steve-O from "Jackass" spice up a demo of Mntn ad software in a new video Maximum Effort created. The spot, which lasts almost five minutes, is running across digital platforms and features Steve-O eating a Carolina Reaper pepper. Full Story: [Ad Age (tiered subscription model)]( (7/25), [Adweek]( (7/25)
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