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Masterclass: Atatürk

4129GREY, Istanbul / TEKNOSA / 2024

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Background

Situation: As Turkey approaches the 100th anniversary of its republic, there is a growing need to reconnect the nation, especially the youth, with the founding values articulated by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk.

Brief: Develop a campaign that uses modern technology to revive Atatürk’s voice, making his teachings accessible and engaging to a contemporary audience. The campaign should leverage artificial intelligence to simulate Atatürk speaking on the foundational principles of the Turkish Republic.

Objectives:

1. Educational: To educate both young and old about Atatürk's vision and the core values of the Turkish Republic.

2. Engagement: To foster a deeper connection between Turkish citizens and their cultural heritage through innovative use of AI technology.

3. Inspirational: To inspire national unity and pride by revitalizing the powerful voice of Atatürk in the context of current societal challenges.

Idea

The creative idea centers on using advanced artificial intelligence to bring Mustafa Kemal Atatürk's voice back to life in the modern era. This AI-generated voice delivers speeches that Atatürk never actually gave but are composed of his documented words and ideas, thus aligning with his vision and principles. The project was designed to resonate particularly during the centennial celebration of the Turkish Republic, aiming to rekindle a connection with Atatürk's foundational values among today's Turkish citizens, especially the youth. This innovative approach bridges the gap between Turkey's rich historical legacy and the digital age, making the past relevant and inspiring for the future. By hearing Atatürk's voice speak on contemporary issues, the campaign fosters a deeper understanding and appreciation of Turkey's cultural and historical identity, leveraging technology to celebrate and educate on national heritage in a uniquely engaging way.

Strategy

Target Audience: The primary target audience includes young Turkish citizens, particularly those between the ages of 18 and 35, who are digitally savvy but may feel disconnected from historical narratives. Secondary audiences are educators, history enthusiasts, and the general population interested in national heritage and technology.

Approach: The strategy involves harnessing state-of-the-art AI technology to recreate Atatürk's voice, delivering both historical speeches and new messages aligned with his documented ideas. This content is distributed across digital platforms like social media, YouTube, and a dedicated campaign website, ensuring accessibility and engagement. Interactive elements and educational resources accompany the audio clips to deepen the audience's understanding and involvement. By integrating technological innovation with cultural education, the campaign aims to spark a renewed interest in Turkey's foundational values and history, fostering a sense of pride and continuity among the populace.

Execution

Implementation: The campaign launched with a series of AI-generated audio recordings of Atatürk, released across multiple digital platforms, including a dedicated campaign website, social media channels, and streaming services. Each release was accompanied by interactive content and educational resources to enhance understanding and engagement.

Timeline: The campaign was strategically launched to coincide with the lead-up to the Republic Day celebrations, creating a multi-month engagement that culminated in live events and immersive experiences.

Placement: Beyond digital platforms, the campaign featured outdoor advertising in major Turkish cities, interactive installations in public spaces, and live concerts featuring projections and holograms of Atatürk's AI-generated speeches. Educational institutions and historical sites also hosted related exhibitions.

Scale: The campaign achieved national scale, reaching totally 100 millions across Turkey. It included partnerships with educational organizations, local governments, and cultural institutions to maximize impact and ensure widespread accessibility.

Impact: The AI-powered campaign successfully revitalized Atatürk’s legacy, making his historical influence vivid and relatable for today's audience.

Reach: The campaign reached 100 millions people across Turkey, including substantial penetration into younger demographics through digital platforms and social media.

Engagement: 50+ millions engagement rates were observed, with extensive shares, comments, and discussions online, particularly among younger people who resonated with the modern technological approach.

Change in Behavior: There was a noticeable increase in public interest and participation in civic activities related to the republic's anniversary, reflecting a renewed connection to national values.

Brand Perception: The innovative use of AI in the campaign enhanced the perception of the organizing brand as a forward-thinking and culturally connected entity.

Achievement against Objectives: The campaign met its objectives by educating the public, increasing engagement with Turkey’s cultural heritage, and inspiring a unified national identity through a blend of history and modern technology.

Outcome

Impact: The AI-powered campaign successfully revitalized Atatürk’s legacy, making his historical influence vivid and relatable for today's audience.

Reach: The campaign reached 100 millions people across Turkey, including substantial penetration into younger demographics through digital platforms and social media.

Engagement: 50+ millions engagement rates were observed, with extensive shares, comments, and discussions online, particularly among younger people who resonated with the modern technological approach.

Change in Behavior: There was a noticeable increase in public interest and participation in civic activities related to the republic's anniversary, reflecting a renewed connection to national values.

Brand Perception: The innovative use of AI in the campaign enhanced the perception of the organizing brand as a forward-thinking and culturally connected entity.

Achievement against Objectives: The campaign met its objectives by educating the public, increasing engagement with Turkey’s cultural heritage, and inspiring a unified national identity through a blend of history and modern technology.

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