Adel Baraja, CEO, Publicis Communications – KSA bids adieu to the 30-second advertisement.
Let’s face it: the 30-second advertisement is a cultural relic from a bygone era. Brands have clung to this format like a security blanket, convinced that the quick punch of a catchy jingle or a clever tagline can still cut through the noise.
But in an age of TikTok, Snapchat, and endless scrolling, the notion that brevity equates to impact is not only outdated – it’s dangerously misguided. The creative industry must confront an uncomfortable truth: the 30-second spot is not just fading; it’s becoming irrelevant.
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