Joshua McDonnell

Ex-media journo turned PHD Media marketing and comms. All things media, marketing and advertising! Opinions are that of our insect overlords.

[Joshua McDonnell @thejaymcd]

Love being able to quote @oshergunsberg in a business story. I really want to see him say “please take some time to say goodbye” and then watch the eliminated contestant struggle to hang up on Zoom. #TheBachelor

[Joshua McDonnell @thejaymcd]

A big thanks to @TPG_Telecom who not only failed to connect the NBN, then somehow totally leave me without any internet but also have me sit on hold for 3 hours! That’s a hat-trick if I’ve ever seen one.

[Anthony Sharwood ❄️ @antsharwood]

Noosa. Cruise ships. Financiers on ski trips to Aspen. It’s getting harder not to view this crisis through a class lens. Brazilians are certainly seeing it this way. Rich spreading it, poorest hardest hit. Discuss.

[Joshua McDonnell @thejaymcd]

Back in the game, but to what extent? Former Dentsu group CEO Simon Ryan and Konrad Spilva, one-time boss of the holding group's digital arm Isobar, are back with a new venture.

[Mi3 Australia @Mi3Australia]

Former Dentsu bosses Simon Ryan and Konrad Spilva enter indie agency fray with new venture https://t.co/Ff1cLqH0G4

[Joshua McDonnell @thejaymcd]

@beth_blanchard @AdNews @mumbrella Totally agree, however, it’s a question for the creatives and PRs who share the release. They don’t usually list them and with time poor nature of journalism, hunting back through the extensive catalogue of stories to find which media agency won the respective client is a drain.

[Joshua McDonnell @thejaymcd]

It’s great to be back! First four news analysis pieces are up today on @Mi3Australia which also includes yarns on @Toyota_Aus, @TourismAus and @SamsungAU.

[Lindsay Bennett @lindsaybennett]

He’s back on the tools, and in a big way. @thejaymcd first piece for @Mi3Australia: Marketers deconstruct agency operating models; done with 'constant line grabbing’, complex communications management, cost duplication and lack of unity https://t.co/UtNCFaGZiV

[Chicago Tribune @chicagotribune]

Northwestern graduate moving closer to home after spending time abroad https://t.co/TZ18eIOXdQ

[AdNews @AdNews]

Dentsu scrambles to make 'key client meetings', takes 'open floor' approach with staff. https://t.co/RGdSalStwP

[Joshua McDonnell @thejaymcd]

Umm every episode of The Simpsons finally in one place? Guess my weekend is sorted. "If you need me I'll be in the refrigerator." @disneyplus @DisneyAUNZ

[AdNews @AdNews]

Disney+ has launched in Australia. https://t.co/CTBGIG8ZSs

[Joshua McDonnell @thejaymcd]

Some controversy on stage at last week's @MFAAust Killer Questions panel. Be sure to check out the full breakdown of what was said around the topics of pitching, pricing, procurement and client education.

[AdNews @AdNews]

'Complete bulls**t': Media bosses clash over 'killer questions' at MFA Ex. https://t.co/W9uleeNoS6

[Joshua McDonnell @thejaymcd]

Big grab here for @UMAustralia which continues its run of new client wins.

[AdNews @AdNews]

UM appointed to $25m David Jones account. https://t.co/jOobLMQxNV

[Joshua McDonnell @thejaymcd]

@JennieDuke Congrats Jen!

[AdNews @AdNews]

Seven restructure puts 100 staff out the door. https://t.co/kYk53iBFKd

[Joshua McDonnell @thejaymcd]

I wonder if the value of this account has just jumped up following the $350 million acquisition of Aussie surf brand Rip Curl.....

[AdNews @AdNews]

Vizeum appointed to Kathmandu media account. https://t.co/rNQkdMo7QZ

[AdNews @AdNews]

"The best way to be an innovator in the US is to have rich parents" - Scott Galloway #INFORM19

[Joshua McDonnell @thejaymcd]

@PippaC1 @Channel9 @McDonalds Haha! Yes the famous Engadine Maccas fiasco of '97.

[Joshua McDonnell @thejaymcd]

Love this! @KFCAustralia well done on a brilliant concept and campaign.

[AdNews @AdNews]

KFC say 'bucket it' and launch new wedding service. https://t.co/YKDMc76hee

[Joshua McDonnell @thejaymcd]

It's been a while since my last opinion but here are my thoughts on the future of Disney+ in Australia following my time in LA for the D23 conference!

[AdNews @AdNews]

Disney+ may not be the 'Netflix Killer' but it can be the true streaming companion says AdNews journalist @thejaymcd https://t.co/wvtDeN2kI6

[Joshua McDonnell @thejaymcd]

Part two of my interview with DAN CEO @henrytajer where he discusses the future of the business, which will now operate as a "hybrid model".

[AdNews @AdNews]

The new DAN model: Less traditional, simplified and without fear. https://t.co/4MPAPupAhZ

[Business Review @aus_business]

Three-time Gold Logie winner @Rove was given just two episodes to attract viewers to his new show before a “ruthless” decision was made to axe it https://t.co/GX2If4l1LD by @zoesam93 + @lvitorovich #ausbiz #media #Ten