Discussion Post: Developing an IMC Plan
While Maddie, Tess and Chris wrap things up with Elder Care let's get you and your classmates started on this discussion. You've already done the groundwork with the exercise in the scenario - now we are going to expand on what you've already done.
You will be playing the role of the marketing director for either EnviroCamp or Madison Pet Foods and targeting the consumer segment you selected earlier. You MUST use the combination of firm and segment that you have already selected. You will be developing an IMC proposal for the firm and target audience you selected. Remember that Maddie recapped some of the important things to consider when you develop an IMC plan, including objectives, segmentation, branding and integrating different parts of promotion into your strategy.
Begin by telling your client what you hope to achieve with your IMC plan - these are your objectives - be sure they are SMART. Then, select at least three of the types of media listed in the scenario exercise. You do NOT have to use the same ones you selected originally, but you do need to stay in the same budget. Here they are below.
o Advertising
o Personal selling
o Pricing
o Social media
o Sales promotion
o Brand image
o Direct marketing
o Dog bone
o Public relations
o Guerilla marketing
For each of the three, describe in detail what you will present to your client, including the theme of your message, which execution technique (slice of life, demonstration. etc) you will use and if you plan to use an emotional or cognitive approach to reach the consumer. For at least ONE of your media types, you must provide your client with a visual of some type, such as PowerPoint mockup of your ad or billboard, a screen shot your social media page or a storyboard.
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.