| Title | Beard |
| Agency | TBWA\Chiat\Day New York |
| Campaign | Taste The Rainbow - Skittles |
| Advertiser | Mars, Inc. |
| Brand | Skittles |
| Posted | April 2007 |
| Business Sector | Food |
| Media Type | Television |
| Length | |
| Market | United States |
| AI Description | In the Skittles ad titled "Beard," a male job applicant sits across a desk in an office, conversing with an interviewer. The seemingly ordinary setting takes an unexpected turn when the man’s lengthy beard comes to life, visibly moving and extending over the desk, interacting as though it has a mind of its own. As the conversation progresses, the beard aids the applicant in various ways, including retrieving Skittles from a packet on the desk. Despite the focus on a mundane job interview, the surreal and humorous scenario centers around the animated beard, which provides surprise and amusement. The interaction creates a whimsical atmosphere, contrasting the ordinary office environment with the fantastical activity involving Skittles. The ad concludes with the tagline, "Share the Rainbow. Taste the Rainbow," encapsulating Skittles' playful and vibrant brand identity. |
| Recording Studio | Sound Lounge |
| Creative Director | Gerry Graf |
| Creative Director | Scott Vitrone |
| Creative Director | Ian Reichenthal |
| Art Director | Craig Allen |
| Copywriter | Eric Kallman |
| Agency Producer | Lora Schulson |
| Producer | Scott Kaplan |
| Director | Tom Kuntz |
| Editor | Gavin Cutler |
| Special Effects / VFX | Asylum |
| Production Company | Morton Jankel Zander (MJZ LA) |
| Audio Engineer | Philip Loeb |
| Special Effects / VFX | Mark Renton |
| Animation | End Frame- Brand New School |
| Copywriter | Ian Reichenthal |
| Art Director | Scott Vitrone |
| Set Designer | Andy Reznik |
| Lighting Camera-Person | Joaquin Baca-Asay |
| Sound Design Company | Philip Loeb |
| Planner | Young Lee |
| Account Handler | Joanna Walden |
| Account Handler | Lisa Liebman |
| Marketing Manager | Michele Kessler |
| Brand Manager | Adam Adams |