iD Mobile pokes fun at rivals with transfer-themed billboard ads

iD Mobile has tapped into the excitement of football’s transfer deadline day over the weekend.

Created by the creative agency Trouble Maker, the out-of-home campaign showcases images of customers who have ‘transferred’ to iD Mobile from rival providers.

Taking inspiration from similarly clever campaigns like those by Surreal, the brand featured customers sharing last names with England internationals Harry Kane, Jack Grealish, Ollie Watkins, and Chloe Kelly, adding an eye-catching twist to the creative.

iD Mobile’s Customer and Marketing Director, Lewis Henry: “Whether it’s a player looking for a bumper new contract with a new club, or someone looking for a new phone contract, getting the best value is important for all of us.

“We love the alignment with the frenzy of transfer deadline day and the humorous approach that Trouble Maker has taken to encourage people to switch to our bumper new deal during this transfer window.”

The overarching strategy, creative, planning, and PR for the ‘Sign like a pro’ campaign were all managed by Trouble Maker, with the work prominently displayed at Outernet London.

Trouble Maker Founder Jonny Grum continued: “We wanted to tap into the excitement and chaos of transfer deadline day, but with a playful twist.

“Featuring famously named new signings to iD Mobile on giant billboards provides a great platform to highlight this brilliant new deal, and the value customers can derive from transferring to iD Mobile.

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