Drama Queen Communications

Ba-dum-tss! Our Drama Queen Noora Orlimo steps into the Finnish Comms Awards jury 🥁🔥

Noora joins Finland's top communication experts to judge the finest in the field. Jury duties kick off in September, with the winners to be announced at the Finnish Comms Awards gala in November.

👉 Check out the jury: https://finnishcommsawards.fi/tuomarointi/tuomaristo-2024/

Wishing all participants the best of luck!

Get ready to be inspired and celebrate the joy of sports with us!✨

For two decades, Hesburger and Yleisurheilu have been sparking excitement in Finnish elementary schools. To celebrate this incredible milestone, we're thrilled to announce the release of a special documentary, that dives deep into the magic of the annual Hese Games! 🏆

Brought to life by Drama Queens and Koju Films this project was packed with inspiration!

🎬 Don’t miss the full documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJpw6ZzQFfQ

August marks a full year since we shook things up with our new organisational model. Our CEO Matias Mero recaps the journey so far in the latest Daily Drama blog post.

Don't miss out, click the link! 👑👇

Halfway There: Catching Up on 2024 So Far - Drama Queen Communications Here we are, halfway through 2024, and what a ride it’s been! It feels like the perfect moment to pause and look back at all that’s happened. Despite a few bumps along the way, we’ve had some pretty nice wins at Drama Queen, and I’m excited to share them with you. Growth in a tough […]

Psst.. We have two new brilliant Designers at Drama Queen! 😍🔥

Iina Sillfors has special expertise in packaging design and branding, while Noora Karjalainen is an illustrator guru. You can take it easy and let Iina and Noora make their graphic design magic: from moving images and concept development to print production.

Let’s give the stage to our Helsinki-based Queens and hear what creating Drama means to them.

👑 Iina: Drama means curiosity to learn and look at things from different perspectives, combine and solve problems. Furthermore, I’m passionate about helping brands communicate their message visually by creating cohesive and engaging visuals while being open to fresh insights.

👑 Noora: Good drama makes life interesting. Stir some sh*t, but be kind about it.

Spårantuomat – Kesäelämyksiä kaupunkikiskoilla

Drama Queen created a concept for Helsinki Region Transport HSL's crown jewel, the trams. The 1st outcome of the concept is a summer campaign, that manifests the feeling of experiencing the most memorable summer days. And what could be a better way to move around in Helsinki than the city tram tracks? ✨

Summer in the city comes alive on the tracks. Hop on board. There's room for everyone on the Helsinki trams.

Let's spill the tea! We are happy to welcome our new Designer, Tomi Salo, to Drama Queen. ✨

What does creating Drama mean to Tomi? We asked, of course! 👀

"Creating Drama is about breaking conventions to design something unexpected and memorable. Composition, colour, contrast, and emotion are the key ingredients for a well-shaped Drama. With a diminishing attention span, people need something impactful and memorable. Drama is the art of the unexpected, the spark that ignites engagement and leaves a lasting impression. It's about using design to not just inform, but to provoke, surprise, and delight."

The new era of Generative AI is upon us, unlocking a massive opportunity for creativity! 🌟 Our Creative Director John Lagerqvist is exploring how we work with AI and its impact on storytelling and authenticity among other things.

Curious about the creative business advantage? Check out the latest blog post to read more - https://dqcomms.com/daily-drama/generative-ai-and-creativity/

Are you a design pro with a passion for creativity?✨

We’re on the lookout for a talented Designer to join our team and bring fresh ideas to the table! Previous experience in print, digital, and motion graphics is a must.

You’ll be sitting at our Turku or Helsinki office and working in both Finnish and English (proficiency in Swedish is a plus).

Read more and send us your application: https://dqcomms.com/open-jobs/designer/

Meet Marko Leskinen, our Digital Media Strategist! His daily tasks include planning and managing our clients' digital campaigns in every digital channel. Video, display, social media, or any channel – you name it. When Marko is offline, he is planning clients’ offline activities. 🔥

Marko is a true team player, and action might as well be his middle name, as you can see from the pictures. Whether it’s bowling, curling, or golfing with friends, teammates, or his three sons. Not to mention watching football, either live or on TV. ️⚽️

If there were a theme song for Marko’s life, it would undoubtedly be 'Comfortably Numb' by Pink Floyd.

”Posters are the hardest form of advertising. One picture. It works or it doesn't, take it or leave it. Pekka Loiri's global disaster posters are world-changing advertising. They are propaganda for good in moments when words feel cramped and empty, when the products being advertised seem pointless."

Our Creative Lead Lilli Loiri wrote a column on MRKTNG media. If you speak Finnish, read now. 🔥

"Yksi kuva muuttaa maailman" - MRKTNG Blogi | "Pekka Loirin globaalit katastrofijulisteet ovat maailmanmuutosmainontaa. Ne ovat propagandaa hyvän puolesta hetkiin, jolloin sanat ovat ahtaita ja tyhjiä ja mainostettavat tuotteet tuntuvat turhuudelta."

Drama Queen + AI = 💛

During this spring, our Queens have participated in trainings to learn more about using AI tools to support day-to-day work. And sure thing – AI can crunch numbers, analyze data, and create designs, content, and even art!

But for us, AI is more than that. It's about boosting creativity and unlocking new innovations and growth. It makes our lives easier and more efficient, so we can focus on the drama.✨

And guess what? Our clients have joined the AI journey with us! From streamlining operations to enhancing customer experiences, AI is revolutionizing the way businesses operate.

But work aside, AI sure is fun to play with too!

Check our playlist of love songs for our lovely clients – melody and lyrics created by Suno AI. 🎼

➡️ https://app.suno.ai/playlist/8bac1824-a7c0-4415-a5b5-d9285397f98c/

Read the thoughts of our CEO Matias after winning a back-to-back gold in the Agency of the Year survey! 🏆

Agency of the Year: Back-to-back gold! - Drama Queen Communications For the eighth time, the Agency of the Year Awards were again a great success for Drama Queen in Finland. Last year’s gold medal was followed up with another one, which naturally warmed the hearts of everyone at Drama Queen. The Agency of the Year is the largest marketing communications survey in ...

In today's digital era, authenticity is king. 👑

While many organisations invest mainly in external marketing strategies, one often overlooked resource and outlet is their employees.

"Authenticity is key for all brands to connect with their audiences. By transforming employees into brand ambassadors, you'll get your message heard – with added expertise and authenticity", our Communications Consultant Eveliina Miettunen says.

Read our blog post and learn how to unlock the potential of employee advocacy to enhance your brand's credibility and success. 🔓

Need help crafting your strategy? Let's chat!

Employees as Brand Ambassadors – How to Leverage The Power of Expertise and Authenticity - Drama Queen Communications Employees are an often overlooked resource and outlet to support external marketing strategies. Utilising employees as brand ambassadors can help organisations pursuing thought leadership and positive and authentic brand image.

We've done it again – Drama Queen is the Agency of the Year 2024 in Finland, all thanks to our incredible teamwork and the trust of our amazing clients. Here's to unleashing more creativity, more solutions, and more success together! 🌟

Shhh... We have to keep quiet about this... 🤫
..cause it's about our collaboration with Tampere City Library. 📖

As the marketing and communications partner of City of Tampere, we developed social media practises with and for all 16 of their public libraries.

What? Strategic collaboration and pilot project towards more effective social media work.
Why? To enhance digital customer service, streamline social media management and establishing new and inspiring content concepts.
How? By creating social media and content strategies, implementing practical guidelines and new visuals as well as training the library personnel.

But now, let the oven-fresh guide book and social media posts speak for themselves.

Yeehaw! Two new people have joined our rodeo at Turku office 🤠🌵

Tilt your hat to our Drama Academy Project Manager Trainee Emma Juuti and Designer Ville Leinonen!

🐎 But what does creating Drama mean to them?

☀️ Emma: “I’ve always thought that I don’t want to be part of the drama but as I entered the Drama Academy, Drama Queen has changed that for me in less than four days – I love to be part of it and even create it. And I’ll proudly tell that to everyone I meet. Sorry not sorry!”

🔥 Ville: “Creating drama is all about unexpected opportunities, and making the most out of them. Just like trends they come and go, and it’s better to join and enjoy them while they last. Creating drama also means creating stunning visuals and being awesome at it. Ultimately, it’s the little things in life that make everyday life and design better.”

Do you even like your workplace? 🧐

Drama Queen’s beloved Senior Project Manager Mirkka Varho explores the meaningfulness of work in our latest blog post.

Click click and read about the secrets to happy employees! 🌟

Discovering the secret to happy employees - Drama Queen Communications Have you noticed that financial goals often guide our work life? Work means more than just a paycheck for employees. At Drama Queen, we prioritise work that aligns with our values and provides possibilities for meaningful impact. Now, thanks to scientific research, our approach appears to have been....

Meet one of the masterminds behind Drama Queen, our Business Director – Morten!

Morten oversees multiple clients, manages teams working with them, and facilitates the development of projects and solutions. His role is centred on both strategic planning and hands-on ex*****on to drive growth. With 25 years of experience in various commercial challenges, he has a broad understanding of where something can make a difference. 💻

As a Danish immigrant in Sweden, Morten shares that after more than 20 years of living in Stockholm, his Swedish and Danish has transformed into a unique Neo-Scandinavian blend. He explains that he has ”an equally good or bad understanding in both languages.” 🇩🇰 🇸🇪

If Morten’s life had a theme song it would be Little Stranger’s cover of the Gorillaz song ‘Clint Eastwood’. One of Morten’s strengths is that he’s good at focusing, which makes him quite productive! Morten describes himself as a person who loves Mondays as he has always loved working and the challenges and people he faces in a business that is ever-changing. 🥁

But that's not all – Morten also has a secret talent for running! After a 3-year break, he has recently picked up the pace again, ready to conquer the urban streets, natural trails, and even the treadmill at the gym. 🏃

❤️💙 Drama Queen congratulates Windows95man on winning UMK! 💚💛
And we didn't just jump on the bandwagon; we've been friends of Teemu Keisteri's art for years, as this painting of the founders shows.
With a sense of drama and creative vision, anything is possible! 😎🏆

Drama Queen's creative force is thrilled to welcome Lilli Loiri to our new Creative Lead Team! 🔥

"After two completely different agencies, I continue with zeal as a drama queen at Drama Queen", says Lilli.

Curious to know more? Dive in 👇

Loiri ei ole kuollut – hän tuli töihin Drama Queeniin - Drama Queen Communications Lilli Loiri on aloittanut Drama Queenin uutena Creative Leadina. Roolissaan hän ei ole yksin, vaan Drama Queenilla kollektiivista luovuutta lähtee luotsaamaan uusi viiden hengen luova johtoryhmä.  Drama Queenin luovan johtoryhmän muodostavat alan suunnittelijakonkarit Helsingistä, Turusta ja T...

Proud to be a finalist for Agency of the Year!

Drama Queen has been a finalist for Agency of the Year survey, conducted annually in Finland, since its launch eight years ago.

“This year, we are defending last year’s gold. The Agency of the Year is close to our heart as it’s all about client satisfaction and collaboration”, says Drama Queen’s Account Director Krista Suomi-Myllykoski.

May the best agency win! 🏆

Our long-lasting client Geberit reaches the grand age of 150. This global market leader is known for developing and manufacturing various sanitary technologies and bathroom products. You might even sit on one of their innovations right now! 🚽

”For the last 15 years, Drama Queen has supported Geberit by sharing expertise in social media, PR and other activities around marketing communication. Together we have found new ways to reach Finnish audiences”, says Marketing Manager Sonja Nurminen from Geberit.

But wait, there’s more!

This year we also celebrate 150 years of Finnish sanitary ceramics manufacturing. It all started in 1874, when Arabia launched first toilet seats for the Finns. That great legacy is honored to this day by Geberit’s IDO brand. And you guessed it – we’re happy call them our client as well!

”It is always great to see our clients succeed by combining valuable heritage and cutting-edge innovation! We wish Geberit and IDO all the best for next 150 years”, says DQs Account Director Krista Suomi-Myllykoski.

Be human to one another. Drama Queen worked its magic to transform the perception of care assistant roles in Varsinais-Suomi! 🌟

Drama Queen designed and created a joint website about the care assistant training. Our goal was simple: make a care assistant’s job more attractive and get more people to apply for training 🌈

If you click the link you will find out more about the case and watch interviews of two incredible care assistant students Kirsi and Anastasiia. Go go! 💪✨

Be human to another - Drama Queen Communications There is a job where one has the opportunity to be human to another. The key person who is present, who cares, who listens and who offers help. That is a care assistant. Care assistants work in the social and health care sector in a supporting role, for example, in nursing homes for the elderly. [.....

Are you an experienced Designer with problem-solving skills, team spirit and sense of drama?

Come work with us! 🔥

We are looking for a new Turku or Helsinki based colleague to work on our diverse client projects and with around 70 marketing professionals located in Finland and Sweden.

Send us your application and portfolio before 26th of January. More info (in Finnish) and application form on our website – https://dqcomms.com/open-jobs/wanted-designer/

Enough talk, let's shake things up! In 2023, Drama Queen took a leap towards a more collaborative, agile, and creative organisational model. ⚡️

️Exciting, huh? Read more about the strategic choice and change in the blog post by our CEO Matias Mero.

We look forward to developing and continuing creative work with you in 2024!

Enough Talk: Let's Change the Agency Model - Drama Queen Communications As the year is ending it’s the perfect moment to stop and think about the big changes we’ve made and what’s coming in 2024. In September, Drama Queen made a big shift to a flat, pod-based organisation. Now we have cross-functional teams, or “pods”, which operate semi-autonomously, each foc...

It’s TikTok O’clock

💡Have you been thinking about making a TikTok for your brand? TikTok is a great platform, but it’s not for everyone.

Even though succeeding on TikTok can be a bit tricky, one of its pro’s is that prices of boosting are rather affordable at the moment. We at Drama Queen did research and here’s our five-step lists on what you should consider before taking the big step and what you should do to succeed on TikTok.

🌟Read the lists we’ve gathered for you from our guide below.

Read the full post on our blog: https://dqcomms.com/daily-drama/not-everyone-should-be-on-tiktok/