Smc: School Marketing And Communications

Charlie and Rita welcome John ‘Jiggles’ Igglesden as one of the latest SMC hosts. In Making News, the three hosts talk about Facebook’s 14 hour outage across different social media and messaging platforms and how this can affect school marketing. In the Deep Dive segment, they discuss best marketing practices for Open Days, from advertising to auditing. The Question of the Week is about how a school can start inbound marketing. In the rants and raves segment, the hosts talk about Twitter trying to change its classic logo.

Charlie introduces a new show format in this SMC episode. In Making News, the hosts talk about ‘Instagram teachers’, primary school teachers who also serve as Instagram influencers. In the Deep Dive segment, they discuss Google and Facebook paid digital advertising and compare their effectiveness as school marketing tools. The Question of the Week focuses on how school marketers can detect and avoid online scams. In the rants and raves segment, former SMC host Brad presents a special report on the musical-inspired promotion video from Eastern Christian School, New Jersey, which won Bronze for Enrolment Video, In-House in the inspirED School Marketers 2018 Brilliance Awards.

In celebration of SMC’s landmark 150th episode, Charlie interviews previous SMC hosts, Brad and Scully. They reflect on the early podcast episodes, the lessons they learned along the way, and the school marketing trends they witnessed develop and grow. Charlie, Tess and Rita then answer several SMC-related questions sent by podcast listeners. In the rants and raves segment, the three hosts talk about their favourite entries from InspireED School Marketers’ 2018 Brilliance Awards.

Charlie, Rita and Tess discuss the importance of setting up social media policies in schools. In addition, they talk about Facebook’s plan to integrate Instagram to a single platform and how it can affect Instagram’s brand; and social media is the preferred news source in the US. This week’s school marketing example: ten important SEO strategies. The rants and raves segment looks at the Steinlager ad that features a fun, digital take on the traditional rivalry between the All Blacks and British & Irish Lions.

Charlie, Rita and Tess take up the reins and present the first SMC episode for 2019. They begin with a recap of the trends that school marketers must pay attention to this year. Charlie then interviews former SMC host, Scully, about the School Marketing Journal (SMJ), an upcoming magazine and podcast series for school heads. This week’s school marketing example: the renewed appreciation for billboard advertising and how it can complement school marketing resources. The rants and raves segment looks at ATAR results and how they should be evaluated by educators.

Brad and Scully discuss the five marketing trends to pay attention to in 2019. In addition, they talk about three books which they recommend to read during the holiday break. Brad and Scully interview imageseven Account Manager, Charlie Maughan, regarding what’s in store for SMC in 2019. They conclude the episode with an invitation to join the School Marketing Journal (SMJ) subscriber list.

Brad and Scully discuss how stirring emotions and physiological response to stimuli can drive your audience to share your content. In addition, they talk about the value of A/B testing; and three key challenges that school marketers must address. This week’s school marketing example: Video Creators CEO, Tim Schmoyer advises how to build a loyal YouTube audience. The rants and raves segment looks at inspiring words from several content marketing experts.

Brad and Scully discuss content for effective event marketing. In addition, they examine the latest report on Australia’s digital habits; and how to create lifetime customers that are brand loyal. Brad and Scully interview imageseven Account Executive, John ‘Jiggles’ Igglesden, on television advertising for schools. This week’s school marketing example: a simple but effective television commercial from Australian Christian College. The rants and raves segment looks at the use of specific wording in advertising.

Brad and Scully discuss why podcast marketing is a great option for schools. In addition, they examine the challenges of having key audiences in non-advertiser supported channels, and why perspective-taking doesn’t always help you understand what others want. This week’s school marketing example: Guildford Grammar releases an excellent boarding video. The rants and raves segment focuses on The Grateful Dead’s Jerry Garcia and his band’s impact on the world of modern-day marketing.

Brad and Scully discuss Cindy Gallop’s six principles of success. In addition, they examine how voice-activated tech can change the content marketing landscape and the reasons why behavioural economics is popular but why people should be cautious about it. Brad and Scully interview imageseven Account Manager, Kristian Lawrence, on mobile optimisation. This week’s school marketing example: the Twitter communities reaction to the recent worldwide Instagram crash. The rants and raves segment focuses on the Google+ closure after its controversial failure to disclose a major data breach.

Brad and Scully discuss how long email newsletters should be. In addition, they examine the top five takeaways from Content Marketing World 2018 and the need for technology training in our organisations. Brad and Scully then share their wisdom on managing, designing and producing yearbooks. This week’s school marketing example: a humorous look at why font selection is important. The rants and raves segment looks at the introduction of advertising in Facebook stories.

Brad and Scully discuss The Contently Content Maturity Model. In addition, they examine why marketers fear video; and how persuasive the word ‘because’ is. This week’s school marketing example: some very effective Facebook marketing from the AFL. The rants and raves segment asks why Google didn’t show up to a US Senate hearing.

Brad and Scully discuss the use of hashtags on Twitter. In addition, they examine what makes a brand trustworthy; and using micro-influencers at your school. Brad and Scully interview imageseven Account Manager, Kate Chesson, on writing, content and proofing. This week’s school marketing example: how to optimise voice search for effective SEO. The rants and raves segment looks at the role of creativity in marketing.

In this special episode of the SMC Podcast, Brad and Scully are joined by Brendan Schneider from SchneiderB Media and imageseven Account Manager, Charlie Maughan, to discuss the findings of the inaugural School Marketing and Social Media Survey. This global Survey analyses schools’ use of social media in their marketing and highlights some interesting findings that all school marketers will enjoy. The team pick apart the top-level findings, as well as occasionally diving deeper into insights that were surprising and relevant to all school marketers.

Brad and Scully discuss how to maximise reach on Instagram. In addition, they examine the latest email marketing research; and how to effectively communicate to an internal audience. Brad and Scully interview imageseven Account Manager, Charlie Maughan, on the topic of Facebook advertising. This week’s school marketing example: a confronting campaign from the National Centre for Domestic Violence. The rants and raves segment looks at the Cannes Lions 2018 Creative Data Grand Prix winning entry.

Brad and Scully discuss the strength of email in marketing. In addition, they explain the difference between an editorial calendar and a marketing strategy; and how to build brand in the digital age. Brad and Scully interview imageseven Account Manager, Kristian Lawrence, on using video in social media. This week’s school marketing example: socially conscious advertising from Stabilo highlighters. The rants and raves segment focuses on four inspiring leaders.

Brad and Scully discuss tips for success as a new school marketer. In addition, they examine out of home advertising; and a variety of sources for content ideas. Brad and Scully reflect on their time at the 2018 International Boys’ Schools Coalition Annual Conference and the value of conferences. This week’s school marketing example: three types of effective storytelling from the International Content Marketing Awards. The rants and raves segment looks at customer loyalty and how that fits with your school.

Brad and Scully discuss what marketers need to know about the future of video. In addition, they examine brand distrust; and the latest spend forecasts for mobile ads. Brad and Scully interview imageseven Account Manager, Sarah Millinson, on preparing a school video shoot. This week’s school marketing example: a collection of excellent examples of sponsored content from Mediaplanet. The rants and raves segment looks at how the use of data is overtaking creativity in marketing.

Brad and Scully discuss the basics of influencer marketing that apply to organisations of all sizes. In addition, they examine how schools can benefit the most from Facebook’s latest algorithm updates; and what separates good from bad writing. Brad and Scully interview imageseven Account Coordinator, John ‘Jiggles’ Igglesden, on the steps in producing publications. This week’s school marketing example: a creative campaign from Belgium supermarket, Delhaize, that renamed vegetables to encourage kids to eat them. The rants and raves segment looks at an article by Brendan Schneider on using checklists for efficiency.

Brad and Scully discuss the annual B2B marketing report from the Association for Data-Driven Marketing and Advertising and its relevance to school marketing. In addition, they examine the best methods for guiding your prospects to your existing content; and why traditional marketing team structure needs to be scrutinised. This week’s school marketing example: Planet Wellington, a humorous example of effective video content from Wellington College in the UK. Brad and Scully interview imageseven Account Manager and Wellington alumni, Charlie Maughan, on video marketing and Wellington’s effective alumni program. The rants and raves segment looks at the latest changes in the Australian education system.