-DDB New York tries its hand at zombie-themed advertising in a new spot for the NY Lottery Mega Millions, which premiered in theaters last Friday and features music from Fountains of Wayne’s Adam Schlesinger (above).
-Adidas launched the next phase of its Olympics “Take the Stage” campaign, which was created by Sid Lee. link
-Media buying agency Southwest Media Group, which works with brands including Dave & Buster’s, Dillard’s and Whataburger, promoted Melissa Wolf to executive director of media buying.
-A junior copywriter at a “big agency” confesses. link
-Speaking of confessions, a McDonald’s employee reveals some secrets about the fast-food giant. link
-Isobar global managing director/Glue founder Mark Cridge has decided not to return to the biz following a lengthy sabbatical. link