Okay, it's just an office lip synching together. But what this one song must have done for morale... In one take nonetheless!
Lip Dub - Flagpole Sitta by Harvey Danger from amandalynferri
Jason Levine
This just in: Organic selects Organic for Online Advertising efforts
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
In an announcement that created much discussion within the advertising community, Organic, Inc., a top 10 interactive agency based in San Francisco, today announced that Organic, Inc. would handle the online media, creative, and analytics for their upcoming ‘Brand’ campaign.
The search started several months ago with several west coast based agencies throwing their hat into the ring to compete for the lucrative account. By late January, the field was whittled down to three and the remaining agencies had been waiting with baited breath for an announcement since the final presentations in mid-March. “Organic’s ideas for our business were very much in line with our goals” stated Ray Atkin, Group Director of Engagement Management. “Their dedication to the interactive space is bar none and we are excited to work with them.” Added Bill Camp, Managing Director of the San Francisco office, “Their proximity to us was also key in the decision.” “It is comforting to know that we can easily have meetings with them and share ideas.” Through published sources, Organic’s offices are about 20 feet from Organic’s media and creative disciplines.
Organic will be driving the development of a new campaign around Organic to generate interest in and exposure around the company so to assist in recruiting efforts.
While billings were not disclosed, they are estimated in the tens of millions of dollars on an annual basis. The other agencies involved in the pitch were not officially released.
- April Fools' fun submitted by Rick Corteville
SAN FRANCISCO: A bright smile was brought to the faces of many people today when Bill Camp, SVP/Managing Director at Organic, Inc., announced the formation of The Bill Camp. “The idea came to me several years ago,” stated Camp, a 30 plus veteran of the name ‘Bill.’ “I noticed that there were several Bills out there that didn’t know what it really meant to have the name. I wanted to change that."
While ideas for named camps have been floated for people named James and Brenda in recent years, this is the first time a Bill Camp has been formed. A USA Today poll found that 80% of Americans would be interested in attending a camp dedicated to their name. The main premise of the camp is to teach people named Bill the needed skills, as Camp puts it, “To be the best Bill that you can be.” Classes focus around such skills as: Introductions, Story-telling, and Good Deeds. The Good Deeds class has experienced the most interest during the preliminary sign up phase as many Bills appear to have forgotten how to lay a coat over a puddle for loved ones to safely walk down the street.
Mark Kingdon, CEO of Organic, Inc., praised Camp in an official statement. “Organic believes in creating exceptional experiences for our clients,” Kingdon proudly stated. “Bill has extended this desire into all aspects of his life and is now going to help Bills throughout the country.”
Based on the success of the camp, Bill Camp has expressed the desire to expand the program. Early discussions around camps that include people that go by ‘William’ and ‘Will’ have taken place, in addition to a camp for younger people coined the Lil’ Bill Urban Achievers.
When asking other Organic Bills if they would be interested in such a camp, Bill Smith, of Organic’s Detroit office said, “Um sure, I feel like I am already a good Bill, but I guess you can always learn more.” And that is just the mindset that Camp is banking on.
Rick Corteville
From: Dr. Zaius [mailto:drzaius@wehaveyourmonkey.com]
Sent: Wednesday, October 25, 2006
To: Paul Craddick
Subject: I'm Afraid That There Has Been an Accident, Mr. Craddick
Mr. Craddick,
It appears that your friend Bobo has met with an unfortunate mishap. While being escorted from his Yakuza interrogation there was an accident. Perhaps I can mobilize my operatives to recover him, if prompted with the right kind of “motivation” as it were. However, you have been stunningly unwilling to negotiate on your little companion’s behalf thus far. Now we will see if you are indeed willing to ignore his plight as his fortunes take another turn for the worse.
Good day,
Dr. Zaius
From: Dr. Zaius [mailto:drzaius@wehaveyourmonkey.com]
Sent: Tuesday, October 24, 2006 4:21 PM
To: Conspirators
Subject: Konichiwa, Monkey
Please pardon my recent silence. Some much-needed relaxation was on order. However, I am pleased to report that our friend the Macarena Monkey has been rather busy. His recent trip to Japan is chronicled at the link below.
In victory,
Dr. Zaius
http://wehaveyourmonkey.com/2006/10/24/good-evening-mr-craddick/
Mr. Craddick,
Congratulations on such a strong launch for savepaulsmonkey.com. I particularly enjoy the grainy Zapruderesque footage from the newly operational Zaius Cam. Even the “Have You Seen Me?” posters were a nice touch.
Alas, all of this will not amount to much more than energy wasted. And on a poor cause at that. But you are not without your supporters. I must give you credit where it is due. I was particularly surprised at the resounding show of support you managed to muster from the French automotive industry. That your friends at Peugeot named their new concept vehicle the “Macarena” in tribute to your fallen compadre touched even me. Personally, I would not be seen dead in a car so named, but perhaps you should put one on order. All in all, an impressive show of support. Sadly, it is only from the French. But kudos on your new Coalition of the Ineffectual.
Zaius
(Editor's note: for more on the misadventures of the macarena monkey, you can check out: wehaveyourmonkey.com)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 19, 2006
San Francisco, California
In a bold midday raid, unidentified kidnappers snatched the infamous Macarena Monkey from his perch atop the monitor of Organic engineer Paul Craddick. The monkey’s muffled cries of, “Dale a tu cuerpo alegria Macarena,” went unanswered as the bandits escaped on foot.
A ransom note was recovered by authorities at the scene. Its text infers rather strongly that ill may befall the simian if future instructions are not carefully adhered to. Though none have yet to be received, authorities have confirmed the rumor that the captors will begin issuing their communiqués to Mr. Craddick at the URL: http://www.wehaveyourmonkey.com.
Horrified at the possibility of its extraordinary rendition of the macarena being heard elsewhere, a distraught Mr. Craddick was initially too overcome to speak. Later, he calmly issued an impassioned plea for the monkey’s release. “I offer the following entreaty, to his captors. Be simple, but not simplistic. Be serious, but not somber. Be popular, but not vulgar. Be long, but not lengthy.”