The Ad Team DC Metaphor

With some of my ‘geek’ friends, we’ve discussed Marvel fatigue. This isn’t based on Marvel, it’s DC. So chuckle with me for a minute. Also feel free to respectfully disagree and share your metaphors.

Client Service/Account

Superman - They’re willing to fly backwards around the world to save the day. Often at their own expense. Have laser eyes to detail, the ability to cool off heated conversations and are usually the person we all can agree to like. Often their alter egos aren’t that inconspicuous to their true nature.

Strategist

Batman - We’re often cooler on the outside than we are on the inside. Drastically swing from loving to be alone in our cave to the life of the party when it counts. Our superpowers are basically a combination of a well-curated arsenal and in field combat. Not everyone likes us, but love having us on the team because we’re willing to say the hard things and always believe there is hope no matter how dark the situation is.

Creative

WonderWoman - The one everyone comes to see and fawn over. Has an insane amount of knowledge and history to provide context at every turn. The work is the lasso of truth, because that is when the real feelings comes to the forefront. The work is also like the invisible jet because you never see it until they want you to.

Project Management

The Flash - They usually deserve way more respect and appreciation that they get. The crazy control over time and ability to move at lightening speed to make sure all the right people are in the right places. Their alter ego is forensic scientist and the ability to collect and analyze all the evidence is uncanny.