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Mitch Reames

Mitch Reames is a freelance writer based in southern Oregon. A 2017 graduate of the University of Oregon school of journalism and communications, Reames covers a wide range of industry topics including creativity, agencies, brands, esports and more.

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Octagon Broadens Focus to Full Service, Names Azher Ahmed Digital Head

Sports Marketing News

Ahmed joins Octagon from DDB, where he spent the last decade in a variety of executive roles, including the last two years as its chief digital officer.

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DoorDash Joins Angel City Football Club’s Purpose-Led Sponsorship Model

Brand Purpose

10% of the deal's value is dedicated to local causes across Los Angeles.

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Rocket League Players Can Buy a Ford F-150 Inside the Popular Game

Esports

With the Ford F-150, Rocket League is bringing in an actual consumer car to the game for the first time.

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London Agency Gravity Road Launches Gaming, Esports Marketing Practice

Esports

You & Mr Jones-owned company hops on growing trend.

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Fan Controlled Football Signs Progressive as a Partner Ahead of First Season

Sports Marketing News

The new sports concept has attracted big-name celebrities and brands.

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Butterfinger and Halo Will Launch an Asteroids-like Minigame on Twitch

Gaming News

Halo Infinite, the newest title from the long-running franchise, had been ordained as a return to relevance for the pioneering series. But the game is off to a rocky start. [...]

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For Brands That Understand Dr Disrespect, Partnerships Can Be Worth the Polarization

Gaming News

Herschel “Guy” Beahm, a boisterous video game streamer who portrays the wig-toting character Dr Disrespect, is as polarizing as his name suggests. His popularity is unquestionable. On Twitter he boasts [...]

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In Nike’s First Esports Ad, Gamers Attend an Insane Bootcamp

Sports Marketing News

Chinese League of Legends players train their bodies and minds.

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What the Avengers Game Learned From Marvel’s Marketing Machine in a Blockbuster-less Summer

Gaming News

Since 2010, a summer hasn’t passed without a Marvel Cinematic Universe blockbuster. This year it was supposed to be Black Widow, the long-awaited backstory of Scarlett Johansson’s character who has [...]

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From Escapism to Activism: How Animal Crossing Became a Warm Reflection of 2020

Gaming News

#GlobalPrideCrossing highlights how social movements and brands have come into the game.