| Title | The Gun Violence History Book |
| Agency | FCB Chicago |
| Campaign | The Gun Violence History Book |
| Advertiser | Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence |
| Brand | Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence |
| Posted | April 2020 |
| Business Sector | Institutional/Public Interest/Non-Profit Org. |
| Media Type | Case Study |
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| AI Description | The ad titled "The Gun Violence History Book" by the Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence is visually stark and emotionally charged. It begins with historical newspaper headlines about gun violence in America, creating a profound sense of tragedy and urgency. The narration emphasizes the repetition of violent events and the importance of remembering history to avoid repeating past mistakes. Visually, the ad is dark, with impactful use of black and white imagery to underscore the seriousness of the topic. The centerpiece is "The Gun Violence History Book," symbolically presented as a literal barrier to bullets. The narrative calls for education and action, urging viewers to reflect on the pervasive impact of gun violence. Lawmakers are shown with the book, illustrating a push for legislative change. The ad ends with the powerful message that the history of gun violence must stop repeating itself, appealing to both young and old to educate themselves and advocate for change. |
| EVP Chief Creative Officer | Liz Taylor |
| WW Creative Partner | Fred Levron |
| Executive Creative Director | Sam Luchini |
| Executive Producer | John Bleeden |
| Management Director | Zach Kieltyka |
| Account Supervisor | Lauren Cartier |
| Production Company Producer | Domenic Caruso |
| Designer | Jackson Bernard |
| Creative Director | Bruno Mazzotti |
| Creative Director | Dean Paradise |
| Sr. Copywriter | Ricardo-Santos Salgado |
| Sr. Art Director | Rodolfo Fernandes |
| Director Print Production | Julie Regimand |
| Senior Producer | Marissa Mandarino |
| Sr. Production Artist | Daniel Abrigg |
| Production Artist | Ryan McDaniel |
| Traffic Manager | Kate Vilt |
| Production Design Manager | Charlotte Tredup |
| Copy Editor | Pat Owens |
| Retouching Manager | Greg Olsen |
| Client Experience | Alexis Valenti |
| Account Director | Leigh Lehman |
| Senior Associate | Sara Spencer |
| Senior Associate | Maggie MacKenzie |
| Production | Cameron Gray The Mill |
| Senior Vice President | John Bleeden |
| Design Director | Michele Morales |
| Executive Vice President | Kevin Grady |
| Design Lead | Kevin Grady |