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The King of Viral


September 25th, 2009


By Melissa Smich

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Once upon a time, print ruled the world, journalists were information gatekeepers, and we had to dial to get internet. Days have changed and this free flow of communication has rendered PR initiatives a daunting task. Communicating today means reaching out to entire online communities, as opposed to the handful of journalists one would contact in the past.

My boss, Celal, and I were discussing a strategy for creating a branded video that could spread virally throughout the online world. I must admit, I was distracted by the smell of my burnt Colombian coffee, secretly shaking my fist at Mark, our VP of Technology. He was taunting the office by enjoying a specially imported organic Brazilian, which he received that morning with great enthusiasm.

Celal continued, snapping me out of my coffee-trance, explaining that there’s no equation for a successful online viral campaign, but it must be interesting, easy to share and humorous in order to spread like wild fire.

He continued by suggesting a creative agency, with a professional demeanor, boasting years’ experience and proven results; All I could think was that it lacked imagination. Maybe it’s because I’m the kind of girl who loves American Psycho and The Game, but I’d prefer something with a little more edge and enthusiasm, controversy and creativity – something out-of-the-box and boundary pushing.

Where does one find that? I don’t know for sure, but I think I’ll find something fresh and original from university students and through the creative people within my social media circles.

There, over that Colombian house blend, he and I created a wager on which tactic will rein glorious ruler over the viral video world. Winner gets bragging rights and a theoretical crown.

Which brings us to this

Call For Entry: SoftCom Video Contest

SoftCom is holding its first video contest with Grand Prizes of $1,000 and paid contracts up for grabs

The idea is basic – create a video presenting our company or products/services (softcom Inc., mail2web.com and/or myhosting.com) in a unique and innovative fashion, then submit it to me.

My top three “Wish I Thought Of It First” include: Blendtec’s Will It Blend, Google’s Office Tour, and Burger King’s Whopper Virgins.

Please pass this along to someone you know who’d be interested in participating. The deadline for entries is 12:00 midnight Monday October 19, 2009 and winners will be announced Friday November 27, 2009.

Questions and comments are always welcome and appreciated: Melissa Smich, Social Media Specialist, SoftCom Inc.  10 Bay St, Suite 310 | Toronto, On | M5J2R8 |416.957.7422 | melissas@softcom.com

For full contest details, please check us out online or on Facebook

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