McCann Manchester

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Disciplines

  • Advertising/Creative
  • Brand strategy
  • Integrated marketing
  • Social

About

You've probably heard of McCann for its iconic advertising work, and we're pretty proud of that. But here in McCann Manchester, we've got a unique northern twist.

Our northern roots? Well, they give us a refreshingly out-of-the-bubble perspective. Which we find pretty handy when we’re helping our clients tap into what real people are really thinking and feeling.

We've got a crew of about 400 hugely talented, yet down-to-earth teammates bringing skills across the board, with particular flair in digital, social, media and PR all under one roof.

Having everyone under one roof isn’t just noisy; it helps us achieve truly connected thinking across the customer journey. Thanks to our strong track record of working with retail brands, that joined-up approach is hard-wired into who we are and how we work with all our clients.

So, whether you come to us for a PR and social project or something all-encompassing, our teams naturally think in a connected way. That's how we create ideas that go beyond just ads. We're talking about big, lasting, multifaceted ideas that draw people in and put a smile on their faces, maybe even a laugh or a tear. And that always get them talking – regardless of the channel or platform.



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Matalan

By McCann Manchester

Matalan's campaign captures relatable family moments under the brand platform, We Get It, We’ve Got You! It follows the Mellings, a family of five, embracing Christmas with festive joy mixed with everyday mishaps—tantrums over board games, last-minute wrapping shortages, and more

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Aldi

By McCann Manchester

Kevin the Carrot, called by Santa on Christmas Eve to rescue the "Spirit of Christmas" after Dr. Humbug and her minions stole it, leaving a snowy village in darkness. Kevin and Katie must break into Humbug HQ, outsmart the villains, and bring back the festive spirit.

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Matalan

By McCann Manchester

Back From School is the latest Matalan offering cementing its position as the first choice for Matalan families who want great-value and uniforms which hold up against the realities of the school day.

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Aldi

By McCann Manchester

Aldi’s new TV ad pokes fun at competitors attempting to ‘price match’ products in ongoing supermarket price wars. Aldi’s recent award wins are also cast into the spotlight, with accolades including Which? Cheapest Supermarket.

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Matalan

By McCann Manchester

'We get it; We’ve got you’, Matalan’s new brand platform spotlights the unsung heroes of family life whilst showcasing Matalan's affordable quality and style making every summer moment a breeze.

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Matalan

By McCann Manchester

The brand platform and creative, celebrates the reality of everyday family moments. The ad draws comparison between the bliss of family time and reality of the scramble and chaos needed to get ‘this lot’ out of the door on time!

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Aldi Recruitment

By McCann Manchester

McCann Manchester's playful OOH and social campaign reinforcing Aldi’s commitment to being the best paying supermarket for its colleagues and boosting their recruitment drive. Embracing Aldi's cheeky TOV, the OOH cleverly uses food and cash puns to highlight the pay raise message

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Royal London

By McCann Manchester

The campaign, created in partnership with McCann focuses on explaining that Royal London is customer owned and what that means for its customers as well as the positive impact mutuality can have on wider society.

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KAYAK

By McCann Manchester

KAYAK’s new brand platform is rooted in the idea of carpe diem. Encouraging people to embrace the notion of stopping the inner debate and just going for it. Stop looking, stop scrolling, stop planning and go! Go see for themselves.

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PureGym

By McCann Manchester

Our new campaign – ‘Way More Than You Pay For’ aims to celebrate PureGym’s value proposition and focuses on how much members get for their money at a time when everyone is feeling the pinch of higher living expenses.

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Aldi UK & Ireland

By McCann Manchester

Kevin the carrot makes his much anticipated return to our screens for Christmas 2022. But will he get to see Christmas Day, or will he fall foul of an unknown home intruder?

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Smyths Toys

By McCann Manchester

Get ready to go on an adventure this Christmas. When Oscar comes to town with a magical blue road. Taking our star-studded cast of all your favourite toys on a mysterious journey. Leading them to...Smyths Toys of course!

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Matalan

By McCann Manchester

Presenting our brand new Christmas campaign for Matalan. This year it's all about those magical little moments that make Christmas, Christmas.

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Smyths Toys

By McCann Manchester

Fire-up your jetpack, it’s finally time to travel. After two years of little to no travel, join us on an adventure with Oscar in our new Smyths Toys Christmas advert. Watch as with a little magic, Oscar brings our toys to life, helping even the dullest of grown-ups have some fun.

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Aldi

By McCann Manchester

Aldi’s Kevin the Carrot has returned for his sixth Christmas adventure, alongside Ebanana Scrooge and a host of new fruit and vegetable themed characters.

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Aldi

By McCann Manchester

Aldi and McCann UK’s highly successful 'Like Brands' campaign is set to reappear and run in bursts until 25 May.

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CrossCountry Trains

By McCann Manchester

Leading train operator CrossCountry Trains reminded families of the important things in life with a high-profile experiential Mother’s Day campaign at one of Britain’s biggest train stations.

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Co-Op Funeralcare

By McCann Manchester

MCCANN MANCHESTER LAUNCHES FIRST INTEGRATED CAMPAIGN FOR CO-OP FUNERALCARE FOLLOWING PITCH

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Aldi

By McCann Manchester

Latest campaign, featuring the nation’s favourite Olympic ski jumper Eddie ‘The Eagle’ Edwards

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Aldi

By McCann Manchester

Latest campaign, featuring two of the most iconic figure skaters of all time, Torvill and Dean.

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Smyths Toy Store

By McCann Manchester

Meet Snot. He’s the star of our new Christmas brand campaign for Smyths Toys Superstores.

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Well Pharmacy

By McCann Manchester

Integrated campaign highlighting Well Pharmacy’s expertise and commitment in prescriptions.

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Aldi

By McCann Manchester

Aldi’s latest TVC featuring Henry the Hippo. All CGI/VFX work done in-house at McCann Manchester

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Typhoo Tea

By McCann Manchester

McCann Manchester Champions British Culture For Iconic Tea Brand With £5m Campaign

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Aldi

By McCann Manchester

The time has come to say a fond farewell to Kevin, the luckiest and bravest of carrots

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Aldi

By McCann Manchester

Aldi's tabletop tale for Christmas 2016. Narrated by actor and Golden Globe winner, Jim Broadbent.

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Smyths Toys Superstores

By McCann Manchester

Our new integrated brand campaign for Smyths Toys Superstores - ‘If I were a boy’

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Aldi

By McCann Manchester

Jean wants a Brazilian - our latest TV commercial from the Aldi "We've Gone Totally Rio Campaign"

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Aldi

By McCann Manchester

Working with the BOA to support the nation's athletes as they prepare for the Rio 2016 Olympics.

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Aldi

By McCann Manchester

SHE’S BACK! To celebrate our sponsorship of Team GB, we’ve sent Jean packing … all the way to Rio.

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Aldi

By McCann Manchester

Check out the latest incarnation of the Aldi Like Brands Campaign that we’ve launched for Easter

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Cottages.com

By McCann Manchester

Launch of TV and online campaign for cottages.com, a new pan European cottage rental site

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Aldi

By McCann Manchester

Aldi’s Like Brands campaign feature’s this year’s hot Christmas gift, a telescope.

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Harveys

By McCann Manchester

Launch of new integrated campaign for furniture retailer Harveys-TV, radio, press, online, outdoor & a major overhaul of the Harveys brand

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Aldi

By McCann Manchester

The campaign has seen Aldi sponsor special one year to go supplements in numerous national press titles.

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npower

By McCann Manchester

The npower brand relaunch communicates that the brand has changed and is putting its customers’ needs first.

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Aldi

By McCann Manchester

Featuring some mouth-watering food and a contemporary cover of The Sound of Music’s ‘My Favourite things' recorded by Jade Williams

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SimplyBe

By McCann Manchester

Building on the Protein World protests, this work for fashion label SimplyBe was activated across outdoor, press, digital, PR & social.

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Aldi

By McCann Manchester

We are proud to launch the Christmas 2014 campaign for Aldi starring Jools Holland.

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Simply Be

By McCann Manchester

Our latest work for fashion retailer JD Williams sees brand ambassador Kelly Brook in a nationwide TV campaign for the Autumn 2014 collection.

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Aldi

By McCann Manchester

McCann Manchester injects a bit of World Cup magic into its successful “Like Brands” campaign for Aldi by hiring former England Football Manager.

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Aldi

By McCann Manchester

Cheese and Crackers anyone? Or maybe a sausage roll? The latest work from our highly successful "Like Brands" campaign for Aldi.

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Go Outdoors

By McCann Manchester

Our first campaign for Go Outdoors to get people camping this Easter and featuring the dulcet tones of Brian Blessed.

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Bargain Booze

By McCann Manchester

TV campaign for Bargain Booze to drive footfall and sales across its franchise retail estate.

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Hartley's

By McCann Manchester

National press campaign by McCann Manchester for Hartley’s low calorie jelly pots range.

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Jacamo

By McCann Manchester

TV commercial for menswear brand Jacamo featuring brand ambassador Andrew "Freddie" Flintoff.

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Pizza Hut Delivery

By McCann Manchester

Pizza Hut Delivery’s first work for its integrated “hut it” campaign by McCann Manchester to push the brand’s half-price promotion.