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Slayer in the Wild Campaign

Many coffee enthusiasts know the Slayer brand but have never seen one in person. The Slayer in the Wild campaign was designed to showcase the global dynamic of the company while simultaneously driving brand advocacy and positive sentiment.

The campaign was originally launched at the New York Coffee Festival in 2018 to drive social media engagement and footfall in areas with Slayer Espresso machines. Due to its success, Slayer in the Wild became a branded hashtag and is still heavily utilized today. This concept was even adopted by numerous competitors to showcase their products in a similar fashion..

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SWAG GIVEAWAY! We’re giving away swag! Post a photo of a Slayer machine using #SlayerInTheWild, tag @SlayerEspresso & @eastonecoffee to be entered to win the grand prize. Winner will be contacted next week 🤘 Anyone can enter & there is no limit to entries so post away! Get caffeinated, have fun & get creative! For an amazing dining experience along with your coffee, visit East One Coffee Roasters. Chef Will Ono (formerly of @nomacph , @mugaritz & @chezmoiny) is creating some truly amazing dishes in his kitchen. Their coffee, roasted on site, is prepared using a Slayer Steam machine. Coffee is wonderful––and paired with an amazing dining experience, this place is a match made in heaven. This cafe seems like they always have something up their sleeve and we can’t wait to see where their creativity will go next!

A post shared by Slayer Espresso (@slayerespresso) on Oct 13, 2018 at 7:35am PDT

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You dream it, we build it. With a focus on craftsmanship, this custom Slayer was a perfect fit for @artlesscraft in Tokyo. . . . 📸@artlesscraft & @shunkawakami #makecoffeebetter #slayerespresso #handcraftedinseattle #dreammachine #SlayerInTheWild

A post shared by Slayer Espresso (@slayerespresso) on Mar 25, 2019 at 2:13pm PDT

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“A specialty coffee machine that can handle high-volume turnover and quality output at a reduced price point without compromising on manufacturing and design.” –– @BeanSceneMag talking about the #SteamEP. . . . #makecoffeebetter #slayerespresso

A post shared by Slayer Espresso (@slayerespresso) on Feb 5, 2019 at 11:06am PST

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This Slayer is living the good life at Linnaen in London. Oh yes, treat yourself to the finer things in life including a nice cup of @wogancoffee––this #SlayerintheWild is really special. . . . @linnaeanliving @M_b_d_s_ #makecoffeebetter #slayerespresso

A post shared by Slayer Espresso (@slayerespresso) on Dec 18, 2019 at 3:29pm PST

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Holiday Sale Campaign

For this promotional campaign I directed the art, wrote copy, strategized placement, managed paid placements, and collected leads.

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What's your design inspiration? From daggers and swords to stereos and cars –– Slayer’s inspiration is broad, but vision is specific. Unmistakably unique and unapologetically well-designed, we look at this machine like a work of art.

A post shared by Slayer Espresso (@slayerespresso) on Dec 18, 2018 at 11:38am PST

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Who needs this milky white Single Group machine on their kitchen countertop?

A post shared by Slayer Espresso (@slayerespresso) on Nov 23, 2018 at 9:10am PST

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It’s raining Slayer’s! Announcing our exclusive holiday sale –– $500 off the Slayer Espresso Single Group.

A post shared by Slayer Espresso (@slayerespresso) on Nov 20, 2018 at 3:07pm PST

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There are many reasons to buy a Slayer Espresso Single Group. Here are our 12.

A post shared by Slayer Espresso (@slayerespresso) on Nov 22, 2018 at 7:17am PST


Chefs & Coffee Campaign

With hopes of reaching new audiences and as an alternative to utilizing influencers, this campaign was designed to highlight high level brand advocates that achieved their success outside of the coffee industry. Interviews, on site shoots, and remote art direction resulted in a rich repository of content for a campaign with many possibilities in the future.

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“It’s very clear I bought into the right company––the people at Slayer make me really happy. I’m a huge gear head, Slayer seems to scratch that itch. I also wanted a machine that would give my baristas control over several different variables.” –– Ryan Fitzgerald | Stay Boku | Philadelphia, PA. . @StayBoku is an experience disguised in a private residence. The evening begins by featuring emerging artists in their gallery, proceeds to dinner in their underground restaurant, and ends with the espresso made on a Slayer. It’s unique, it’s delicious, and yes, it’s epic. . . . #slayerespresso #makecoffeebetter #stayboku #specialtycoffee #slayerinthewild

A post shared by Slayer Espresso (@slayerespresso) on Apr 3, 2019 at 3:20pm PDT

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“I’ve worked on a lot of different espresso machines, I’ve seen all the major brands. But the Slayer…it’s a piece of art and a treasure to have in my home.” -- Chef Ryan Hardy, @DHGNYC #chefsandcoffee

A post shared by Slayer Espresso (@slayerespresso) on May 17, 2019 at 9:35am PDT