RedPlum mail inserts (recently rebranded RetailMeNot Everyday) have been in newspapers and bulk mail since the 1970’s and have not kept up with increasing consumer or retailer expectations. I worked with Harland Clarke's New Product Development team to rethink this product. Based on research and earlier iterations, we produced a versatile, editorially-driven print vehicle for promotions that accomplished several goals:
• provided a more engaging experience for recipients with the inclusion of relevant content (recipes, how-to’s)
• bridged the gap between print and digital using imperceptible barcodes, Facebook Messenger/kik codes linking to chatbot experiences and SMS
• a small size optimized to print in house at low cost
• a more portable piece that is less prone to damage during handling, plus a higher end appearance
• a templated layout that balances design flexibility with efficiency in graphic production