It was the ideal duration for those watching at home (mainly women) to become familiar with a product and (hopefully) become convinced of its benefits. Sixty seconds was chopped to thirty in the 1970s - not because of changing attention spans, but because of cigarettes. To make up for revenue losses following the ban on cigarette adverts, television networks started shaving down ad lengths, and this shaving continued into the 1980s, when 15-second commercials were introduced.
Deema has an impressive background, spanning Xbox, Microsoft, YouTube, Google, Flipboard, Unity, Scribd and Figma. She joins us to share her experiences and insights on the fast-paced changes in marketing and tech, primarily driven by AI advancements. Our discussion covers the resurgence of brand marketing, the evolution of advertising and how AI is transforming creative and performance marketing. Deema also reflects on her involvement with nonprofits and the potential of AI to revolutionize this sector.
Most importantly, her ring with an Old Mine cut diamond the size of a gigantic movie theater ice cube came courtesy of Kindred Lubeck of Artifex Fine Jewelry. Brides magazine interviewed Benjamin Khordipour, a specialist in antique and vintage jewelry, who estimated the rock's cost at around $550,000. The ring was handcrafted in 18k yellow gold and the center diamond is set with needle point prongs that perfectly match the antique style. Smaller diamonds and hand-engravings adorn the shoulders of her setting, Khordipour said.