CASE STUDY:

Onondaga community College

OPEN HOUSE CAMPAIGN

LP&M & AMPL HELP OCC CREATE THEIR

BIGGEST OPEN HOUSE TO DATE!

LP&M and AMPL were entrusted with launching OCC’s Spring Open House campaign, utilizing a range of marketing channels to effectively reach and engage the targeted audience.

OPEN HOUSE CAMPAIGN

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LP&M and AMPL stepped in just in time to tackle OCC’s Open House campaign with enthusiasm and expertise. With creative strategies and a dedicated approach, we delivered a highly successful campaign, achieving the highest attendance the event has ever seen.

key elements of occ's open house campaign:

google display & search:

Strategic Google search and display ads were leveraged to engage potential consumers, resulting in millions of impressions and above average click through rate

facebook & instagram digital ads:

Targeted ads on Facebook and Instagram drove awareness and attendance for OCC’s Open House.

geo targeted digital ads:

targets key locations where potential students gather, delivering geo-targeted digital ads that link directly to the registration form, minimizing click loss and streamlining the sign-up process

Youtube video ads:

YouTube ads showcased OCC’s Open House with engaging visuals, targeting prospective students to drive interest and attendance.

Radio:

A mix of terrestrial and digital radio strategically targeted the audience where they were most engaged, ensuring the message reached the right listeners in the right places.

Out-of-Home advertising:

Billboards and local transit advertising were strategically placed to heighten public and community awareness

google display & search ads w/geo targeting

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Google Display and Search ads played a pivotal role in Onondaga Community College’s Open House campaign, ensuring the message reached potential incoming students effectively. These tools allowed for precise targeting, connecting with individuals actively exploring higher education options. Geo targeting areas where potential students gathered also helped garner the right audience keyed up and ready to apply.

Together, these ad formats drove awareness, encouraged attendance, and positioned OCC as the right choice for future students.

facebook & instagram ads

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Facebook and Instagram played a crucial role in Onondaga Community College’s Open House campaign, helping to connect with potential students in a dynamic and engaging way.

Post event analytics showed how important these social apps are in reaching the target audience. Above average impressions, reach and CTR’s reiterated that fact.

Youtube video ads

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In today’s digital landscape, video is king—and YouTube video ads played a vital role in Onondaga Community College’s Open House strategy. These ads combined engaging visuals, storytelling, and targeted outreach to captivate potential students and drive interest in the event.

Through precise audience targeting, the video ads reached individuals actively exploring higher education options, delivering compelling messages directly to their screens. This approach boosted awareness and inspired prospective students to take the next step and attend the open house.

Terrestrial & Digital radio

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Terrestrial and digital radio were integral to Onondaga Community College’s Open House campaign, providing a powerful way to reach a diverse audience across multiple listening platforms. Terrestrial radio allowed OCC to connect with local listeners, Digital radio extended this reach by targeting specific demographics based on their listening habits and preferences, delivering tailored messages directly to devices.

out-of-home advertising

Out-of-home (OOH) advertising played a pivotal role in Onondaga Community College’s Open House campaign by delivering high-visibility messaging in strategic locations. Billboards, transit ads, and other OOH placements captured the attention of potential students and their families as they navigated their daily routines, ensuring the campaign’s message reached a wide audience.

This medium was particularly effective in reinforcing brand awareness, creating a consistent presence in the community, and driving interest in the open house. By placing ads near high-traffic areas, OCC maximized its outreach, inspiring prospective students to take the next step toward their educational journey.

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