| Title | The Great Schlep |
| Agency | Droga5 |
| Campaign | The Great Schlep |
| Advertiser | Jewish Council for Education & Research |
| Brand | Jewish Council for Education and Research |
| Posted | March 2009 |
| Business Sector | Institutional/Public Interest/Non-Profit Org. |
| Media Type | Web Film |
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| More Information | www.thegreatschlep.com |
| AI Description | The ad titled "The Great Schlep" features Sarah Silverman encouraging young Jewish people to visit their grandparents in Florida to persuade them to vote for Barack Obama in the upcoming presidential election. The humor-driven web film, backed by the Jewish Council for Education and Research and produced by Droga5, touches on themes of political influence and family ties. Silverman uses a mix of humor, cultural references, and direct appeals to highlight the influence grandchildren can have in swaying votes. The ad's backdrop includes a notable Hope poster of Obama and features minimalistic set design, enhancing focus on Silverman's comedic delivery. The spot includes various visuals representing typical elderly Jewish grandparents, promoting the message with a light-hearted yet impactful tone. |
| Art Director | Jeff Anderson |
| Director | Wayne McClammy |
| Production Company | Oil Factory Inc. |
| Editor | Josh Reynold |
| Copywriter | Isaac Silverglate |
| Copywriter | Sarah Silverman |
| Actor / Celebrity | Sarah Silverman |
| Chief Creative Officer | David Droga |
| Director of Photography (DOP) | Rhet Bear |
| Executive Creative Director | Duncan Marshall |
| Executive Creative Director | Ted Royer |
| Executive Agency Producer | Craig Batzofin |
| Interactive Creative Director | Scott Witt |
| Producer | Stephanie Meurer |
| Executive Producer | Heidi Herzon |