Discover how Scott Keenan, Director of Public Affairs at the NSW Minerals Council, leverages storytelling to shape the mining industry's narrative.
Scott shares insights on the evolution of digital marketing, the power of video content, and the importance of engaging the right talent.
He also discusses strategies for building audience trust, adapting to new media formats, and crafting purpose-driven campaigns that resonate.
00:00 Introduction to Pure Gold Marketing
01:13 Meet Scott Keenan from NSW Minerals Council
01:50 Background in radio, news, and journalism
05:30 Moving into the Mining industry
06:31 Changes in communication platforms over 15 years
08:45 Importance of community engagement and building trust
12:30 Storytelling and content creation in mining
16:27 The power of video in communicating mining stories
21:29 The Responsible Mining Campaign
23:41 Working with creatives and production teams
27:14 Planning and executing video shoots
32:15 Filming on mine sites and the power of pre-production
37:50 Tips for making people comfortable on camera
39:24 Creating content for social media and vertical video
42:24 Sponsorship of the Newcastle Knights
46:32 Advice for marketing and communications professionals
51:27 Future trends in communications
54:43 Closing remarks
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In this episode, Edwin sits down with Pure Gold Films’ very own Production Coordinator Kit Whyte, who gives a behind the scenes look at essential elements of pre-production and planning for corporate and commercial video productions.
Kit discusses the critical role of turning corporate marketing ideas and briefs into visual reality through the video production process and shares insights into managing and planning creative projects and the logistics behind organising complex video shoots on industrial sites — including remote mine and construction sites!
Whether you're curious about the logistics behind corporate filmmaking, or how the Pure Gold Films creative production team collaborate to execute our clients' vision, this episode is packed with behind-the-scenes knowledge.
00:00 Introduction to Pure Gold Marketing
00:49 Meet Kit Whyte: From Feature Films to Corporate Videos
01:48 Behind the Scenes of Feature Films
04:15 Transition to Corporate Video Production
06:33 Challenges of On-Site Corporate Video Shoots
08:01 Travel Logistics for Filming
08:51 Managing Client Expectations
09:46 Briefing the Camera Crew
10:56 Importance of a Detailed Schedule
12:16 Client Communication and Setup Time
13:07 Accounting and Payment Terms
13:56 Favourite Projects and On-Site Experience
15:35 Final Thoughts and Reflections
16:45 Podcast Conclusion and Outro
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Learn how digital marketing specialist Chris Gander develops effective marketing and content strategies at WesTrac, the importance of detailed briefs, and the value of partnerships in content production. Chris also shares his experiences with influencer partnerships, including a collaboration with Aaron Witt, and tips for small marketing teams to thrive. 00:00 The Importance of Detailed Briefs for Agencies 00:44 Introduction to Pure Gold Marketing 01:51 Interview with Chris Gander: Background and Role 03:29 Navigating Social Media Channels 06:45 Developing Effective Content Strategies 13:27 The Role of Thought Leadership in Marketing 19:40 Working with Agencies and Suppliers 20:53 The Art of Brief Writing 21:20 Engaging Stakeholders Effectively 23:53 The Power of Influencers 29:40 Global Operator Challenge 31:26 Advice for Small Marketing Teams 32:52 Partnering with Other Companies 34:08 Chris's Passion for Content Creation 35:11 Conclusion and Farewell Connect with Edwin on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwin-davis/ Follow Pure Gold Films on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pure_gold_films/ Learn more about Pure Gold Films here https://puregoldfilms.com.au
National Sales Manager Arnie Hill shares how improving collaboration between sales and marketing teams leads to achieving better business outcomes, how mining companies can avoid cringy hard sells on LinkedIn, how to use targeted feedback to meet and exceed customer needs, and the key ways to add value when marketing to other mining companies. 00:00 Introduction to Sales and Marketing Collaboration 00:32 Welcome to Pure Gold Marketing 00:57 Interview with Arnie Hill: Background and Role at Aletek 02:53 Understanding Aletek's Products and Market 04:09 Sales and Marketing: Differences and Synergies 06:31 Challenges and Mistakes in Sales and Marketing 11:28 Strategies for Effective Sales and Marketing Collaboration 14:37 Expanding Aletek Globally 17:02 Salespeople Thinking Like Marketers 25:25 Building Trust and Nurturing Client Relationships 29:06 The Role of Expos and OEM Relationships 31:54 Leveraging LinkedIn Newsletters 33:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Connect with Edwin on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwin-davis/ Follow Pure Gold Films on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pure_gold_films/ Learn more about Pure Gold Films here https://puregoldfilms.com.au
Aussie marketing and comms pro Billie Stanic chats with Edwin about the key strategies that drove marketing success on major projects like the Carmichael Rail Network and Inland Rail, sharing her approach to capturing brand vision, building meaningful campaigns, and the importance of staying true to your values.
00:00 Introduction and Staying in Your Lane
00:12 Welcome to Pure Gold Marketing
00:49 Special Guest: Billie Stanic
02:13 Billie's Journey into Marketing
05:16 Passion for Construction and Rail
10:41 Marketing Strategies and Insights
21:03 The Carmichael Rail Network Project
26:39 Inland Rail Project and Future Prospects
27:57 Complexities of Carmichael and Inland Rail
28:30 The Power of Brand Recognition
30:04 The Psychology of Marketing
31:16 Authenticity and Communication in Marketing
34:20 Managing Corporate Brands
36:02 Working with Industry Associations
38:42 Promoting Events and Rebranding
42:17 Showcasing Company Capabilities
46:09 Future of Rail and Construction Marketing
52:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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In this first episode of Pure Gold Marketing, host Edwin Davis chats with Ash Lioubachevskii, Marketing and Communications Manager at Centurion Transport. Ash shares her journey through various marketing roles and about her time as Digital Marketing and Content Manager at Cat machinery dealership Hastings Deering.
Ash emphasises the importance of authenticity and leveraging subject matter experts in marketing content for mining, machinery and construction industries.
The discussion covers the evolution of digital marketing, the value of understanding industry-specific challenges, and strategies for effective content creation and distribution. Ash also provides insights into the nuances of B2B marketing on platforms like LinkedIn and the potential limitations of newer platforms like TikTok for certain industries.
00:00 Intro
01:01 Welcome to Pure Gold Marketing
01:28 Introducing our first guest: Ash Lioubachevskii
03:56 Ash Lioubachevskii’s marketing journey: from journalism to digital marketing
06:01 Navigating the world of online dating marketing
07:00 Transitioning to heavy machinery marketing at Hastings Deering
17:31 The challenges and opportunities in mining and heavy machinery marketing
33:06 Collaborating with Pure Gold Films for impactful video content production
40:38 The art of collaboration in content creation
41:18 Navigating the complex world of digital marketing
42:00 Leveraging analytics for strategic decisions
45:29 The intricacies of marketing on LinkedIn
45:52 Creating engaging content: strategies and insights
53:44 Maximising employee engagement through social media
01:03:16 Transitioning to leadership in marketing
01:11:51 Embracing digital testing for effective marketing
01:17:45 Exploring the potential of TikTok for b2b marketing
01:22:07 Concluding thoughts and contact information
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Learn more about Pure Gold Films here https://puregoldfilms.com.au