Raising Cane’s is spotlighting its speedy service with a new campaign that embraces quick cuts, cheeky tone and some dramatic flair – all in under 30 seconds.
Titled Chicken Fingers in a Snap, the campaign plays up what the brand calls its defining trait: food that’s faster than a first date, a selfie session or even figuring out where to sit. Built around a trio of short digital films, the campaign keeps the premise simple and the execution tight, using humour and visual interruption to drive home the message.
Each film captures a familiar moment – a drive-through selfie, the beginning of a first date between a couple, a group walking to their table – only to be disrupted by a buzzer signalling that the food is ready. The service is so quick, the story cuts off before it even begins.
One spot takes a slightly cinematic turn, layering cowboy-esque duel music under a walk-up to the table – only for the music to be cut off with the unmistakable ring of a completed order. The stylised build-up gently nods to Raising Cane’s Texas heritage, though never explicitly letting the music and pacing do the work.
Another film riffs on Gen Z selfie culture: the food photobombs the shot before the phone camera can even focus.
A third opens with an awkward first date with the couple still trying to figure out how to initiate their conversation when their food arrives.
The overall visual tone is kept simple and local, with recognisably set in Middle East styles and characters. The humour is played straight, leaving room for viewers to connect the dots.
The campaign’s concept and execution were led by Amber Communications, who brought fast-paced humour and subtle cultural referencing to the fore. Speaking about the creative approach, Shynil Hashim, Brand Services Director at Amber Communications, said, “Using fast-paced editing, pop-culture nods, and internet-native language, the campaign was our way of highlighting how Cane’s speed steals the show, and your attention, just as quickly as your food arrives.”
Sayari Ghosh, Director of Marketing at Raising Cane’s, added: “This campaign speaks directly to our core audience – fast lives, fast content, fast but quality chicken cravings. ‘Chicken Fingers in a Snap’ isn’t just a line – it’s a promise.”
The brand shared that the campaign has been well received, with its speed-focused message resonating with audiences across the region.
Credits
Client: Alshaya Group
Brand: Raising Cane’s
Director, Marketing: Sayari Ghosh
Head of Marketing: Ritesh Lambba
Brand Manager: Imane Telhouni
Marketing Executive: Rochelle Baig
Agency: Amber
Executive Creative Director: Leslie Paul
Director, Brand Services: Shynil Hashim
Senior Copywriter: Neha Sathe
Senior Art Director: George Allen
Manager, Brand Services: Athina Varghese
Production House: Amber
Director & DoP: Vijay Krishnan
Producer: Jomet Joy
