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Snapchat Renews Content Deals with Disney, Viacom and NBCUniversal, Securing Exclusive Programming for the Platorm

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January 27, 2022

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Snapchat has announced that it’s renewed its ongoing content deals with Disney, Viacom and NBCUniversal, which will see exclusive shows and programming broadcast to Snapchat Discover over the coming year.

The deals are another endorsement of the value of Discover, and Snapchat more broadly, in aligning with consumer trends, and connecting with the next generation of viewers.

As explained by Snap:

“These renewals are a strong validation that Discover continues to be an incredibly important platform for some of the biggest consumer media brands in the world – and these agreements affirm their long-term confidence in Snap and our ability to deliver meaningful outcomes to drive reach, relevance and revenue.”

Discover has been one of the big winners for Snap, with over 100 million Snapchatters now tuning in to watch Discover content each month.

Last year, Snap also reported that over 90% of the US Gen Z population watched Discover shows and publisher content in 2020, while many Snap Originals now see tens of millions of viewers on average, including programs like ‘Ryan Doesn’t Know’ starring Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds, which was watched by more than 20 million users.

Programming like this caters to evolving consumption habits, with shorter episodes, created with the vertical device screen in mind, and in partnership with recognized celebrities, who are keen to use Snap as a vehicle to maintain connection with a wider audience.

More recently, Snap’s also been looking to evolve its originals even further, which could be another key step in maintaining engagement.

These new agreements will see ESPN (under Disney) continue to broadcast sports content in the app, which has been hugely popular, while Viacom and NBC are both bringing new shows, including AwesomenessTV’s Next Influencer, American Song Pickers, syndicated episodes of SNL, highlights from existing programming and more.

It’ll be interesting to see how Snap’s Discover content grows, or not, over the next couple of years. The rise of TikTok has caused a new shift in digital consumption habits, which does pose a challenge for the offering. But again, the numbers thus far show that Snap is on a winner, and can help expand the audience for these providers among younger groups.

And with traditional consumption habits shifting significantly, all publishers are looking at how to best align with that shift.

Snapchat Discover is another avenue to try, and it could be an important one, especially if Snap can continue to evolve its tools, and remain a key connective platform for young audiences.

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Snapchat Explores New Messaging Retention Feature: A Game-Changer or Risky Move?

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1 month ago

March 18, 2024

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Snapchat Explores New Messaging Retention Feature: A Game-Changer or Risky Move?

In a recent announcement, Snapchat revealed a groundbreaking update that challenges its traditional design ethos. The platform is experimenting with an option that allows users to defy the 24-hour auto-delete rule, a feature synonymous with Snapchat’s ephemeral messaging model.

The proposed change aims to introduce a “Never delete” option in messaging retention settings, aligning Snapchat more closely with conventional messaging apps. While this move may blur Snapchat’s distinctive selling point, Snap appears convinced of its necessity.

According to Snap, the decision stems from user feedback and a commitment to innovation based on user needs. The company aims to provide greater flexibility and control over conversations, catering to the preferences of its community.

Currently undergoing trials in select markets, the new feature empowers users to adjust retention settings on a conversation-by-conversation basis. Flexibility remains paramount, with participants able to modify settings within chats and receive in-chat notifications to ensure transparency.

Snapchat underscores that the default auto-delete feature will persist, reinforcing its design philosophy centered on ephemerality. However, with the app gaining traction as a primary messaging platform, the option offers users a means to preserve longer chat histories.

The update marks a pivotal moment for Snapchat, renowned for its disappearing message premise, especially popular among younger demographics. Retaining this focus has been pivotal to Snapchat’s identity, but the shift suggests a broader strategy aimed at diversifying its user base.

This strategy may appeal particularly to older demographics, potentially extending Snapchat’s relevance as users age. By emulating features of conventional messaging platforms, Snapchat seeks to enhance its appeal and broaden its reach.

Yet, the introduction of message retention poses questions about Snapchat’s uniqueness. While addressing user demands, the risk of diluting Snapchat’s distinctiveness looms large.

As Snapchat ventures into uncharted territory, the outcome of this experiment remains uncertain. Will message retention propel Snapchat to new heights, or will it compromise the platform’s uniqueness?

Only time will tell.

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Catering to specific audience boosts your business, says accountant turned coach

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2 months ago

February 26, 2024

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Catering to specific audience boosts your business, says accountant turned coach

While it is tempting to try to appeal to a broad audience, the founder of alcohol-free coaching service Just the Tonic, Sandra Parker, believes the best thing you can do for your business is focus on your niche. Here’s how she did just that.

When running a business, reaching out to as many clients as possible can be tempting. But it also risks making your marketing “too generic,” warns Sandra Parker, the founder of Just The Tonic Coaching.

“From the very start of my business, I knew exactly who I could help and who I couldn’t,” Parker told My Biggest Lessons.

Parker struggled with alcohol dependence as a young professional. Today, her business targets high-achieving individuals who face challenges similar to those she had early in her career.

“I understand their frustrations, I understand their fears, and I understand their coping mechanisms and the stories they’re telling themselves,” Parker said. “Because of that, I’m able to market very effectively, to speak in a language that they understand, and am able to reach them.”Â

“I believe that it’s really important that you know exactly who your customer or your client is, and you target them, and you resist the temptation to make your marketing too generic to try and reach everyone,” she explained.

“If you speak specifically to your target clients, you will reach them, and I believe that’s the way that you’re going to be more successful.

Watch the video for more of Sandra Parker’s biggest lessons.

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Instagram Tests Live-Stream Games to Enhance Engagement

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February 26, 2024

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Instagram Tests Live-Stream Games to Enhance Engagement

Instagram’s testing out some new options to help spice up your live-streams in the app, with some live broadcasters now able to select a game that they can play with viewers in-stream.

As you can see in these example screens, posted by Ahmed Ghanem, some creators now have the option to play either “This or That”, a question and answer prompt that you can share with your viewers, or “Trivia”, to generate more engagement within your IG live-streams.

That could be a simple way to spark more conversation and interaction, which could then lead into further engagement opportunities from your live audience.

Meta’s been exploring more ways to make live-streaming a bigger consideration for IG creators, with a view to live-streams potentially catching on with more users.

That includes the gradual expansion of its “Stars” live-stream donation program, giving more creators in more regions a means to accept donations from live-stream viewers, while back in December, Instagram also added some new options to make it easier to go live using third-party tools via desktop PCs.

Live streaming has been a major shift in China, where shopping live-streams, in particular, have led to massive opportunities for streaming platforms. They haven’t caught on in the same way in Western regions, but as TikTok and YouTube look to push live-stream adoption, there is still a chance that they will become a much bigger element in future.

Which is why IG is also trying to stay in touch, and add more ways for its creators to engage via streams. Live-stream games is another element within this, which could make this a better community-building, and potentially sales-driving option.

We’ve asked Instagram for more information on this test, and we’ll update this post if/when we hear back.