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La Bru Campaign

A Case Study

Objective

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Challenges

  • Introducing a new product with no pre-existing market recognition.
  • Competing with well-established brands that leverage nostalgia and long-standing cultural ties.
  • Executing a campaign within tight timelines and during a season saturated with major events (e.g., the Day of La Virgen de Guadalupe and holiday parties).
The Creative Approach
Our approach to the La Bru campaign was divided into four distinct stages,
each designed to maximize engagement and impact:
Tease

 The campaign kicked off with a series of captivating videos announcing the arrival of La Bru in Southern California. These videos followed the La Bru beer truck on its journey from Morelia, Mexico, to Los Angeles, creating intrigue and building anticipation. By showcasing the brand’s origins and its journey to a new market, this stage set the tone for the campaign and sparked curiosity among the target audience.

Build

Expanding on the tease, the storyline evolved with the “stolen truck” stunt. This creative narrative was designed to leverage FOMO and virality, engaging audiences by documenting the truck’s “mystery” and amplifying buzz around the brand.

Engage

Influencers amplified the campaign with custom content, and user engagement was encouraged through interactive posts, hashtags, and behind-the-scenes updates.

Launch

The campaign culminated in a high-energy launch event featuring a centerpiece short film that tied the entire narrative together. The film chronicled the La Bru truck’s journey from Morelia to Los Angeles, its dramatic “theft,” and its ultimate delivery to the market where the beer is sold.

Reflecting La Bru’s tagline, “The Magic of Mexico,” the film served as a visual homage to both Mexican heritage and the iconic elements of Los Angeles culture. From street vendors to thrilling car chases, the campaign connected with a hyper-local audience by celebrating quintessentially L.A. moments.

The film also paid tribute to Hollywood’s larger-than-life storytelling, incorporating nods to cultural touchstones such as the O.J. Simpson car chase, Speed, and The Terminator. The final slogan, “The Magic of Mexico Meets the Magic of Hollywood,” brought the campaign full circle, seamlessly blending La Bru’s Mexican origins with the cinematic allure of Los Angeles.

This creative storytelling approach not only delighted event attendees but also reinforced La
Bru’s brand identity as a bridge between two vibrant cultures. The short film was widely
praised for its creativity and resonance, amplifying the campaign’s success and leaving a
lasting impression.

Why AI?
The campaign leveraged AI to optimize creativity and streamline
execution. AI was utilized to develop impactful visuals, refine
content strategies, and enhance campaign management efficiency.
How AI Was Used

Content Creation

AI tools helped generate social media content with high visual and storytelling impact.

Audience Insights

AI analytics were used to identify the most effective times and formats for posting, ensuring maximum engagement.

Efficiency

AI tools helped generate social media content with high visual and storytelling impact.

How This AI Campaign
Differed From Others
Unlike many AI-driven campaigns that rely heavily on automation, La Bru’s campaign
balanced AI tools with human creativity. The AI supported the storytelling process without
overshadowing the authentic, culturally resonant narrative that was central to the
campaign’s success.

The campaign exceeded expectations across
multiple metrics:

Social Media Growth

La Bru USA’s Instagram grew exponentially in just 35 days, achieving a growth rate nearly 16x higher than comparable accounts.

Engagement

Partnering with influencers helped generate over 52,957 views and 657 likes, along with meaningful shares, comments, and saves.

Event Success

The launch party attracted 150+ attendees and generated significant buzz, with 96 email addresses collected for future engagement.

Brand Awareness

The creative stunt and event led to articles planned in Produ.com & LBBOnline.com, solidifying La Bru’s presence in the market.

Conclusion

The La Bru campaign exemplifies how a bold creative
approach, strategic use of AI, and high-quality execution
can successfully introduce a new product in a competitive
market. It’s a testament to how blending technology with
human creativity can deliver impactful results, even for a
brand starting from scratch.