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Amazon and Droga5 London's Collaborative Toil: Insights from Canine Strolls and Vinyl Sales Shops

Collaboration account chronicled by Simon Morris and David Kolbusz amid lockdown measures caused by the pandemic.

Amazon and Droga5 London's Business Insights Revealed Through Canine Strolls and Record Store...
Amazon and Droga5 London's Business Insights Revealed Through Canine Strolls and Record Store Visits

Amazon and Droga5 London's Collaborative Toil: Insights from Canine Strolls and Vinyl Sales Shops

In a non-traditional collaboration, Amazon and Droga5 London have been producing buzz-worthy campaigns that have gained significant attention. This partnership, which has resulted in inventive work for Amazon Alexa, such as "Ironing" and "Pompei," has proven to be a successful venture.

Simon Morris, global brand marketing lead at Amazon, believes that "magic can hit anywhere," and this partnership is a testament to that belief. The teams at Amazon and Droga5 London have adapted their work practices to accommodate the challenges posed by the pandemic, with standard office-bound meetings replaced by socially distanced dog walks and record store browsing.

David Kolbusz, the Chief Creative Officer (CCO) of Droga5 London, is responsible for leading creative projects such as the branding for Coal Drops Yard and the Vestiaire Collective print campaign. Under his leadership, the teams have learned lessons that have allowed their partnership to thrive despite the restrictions of the pandemic.

Adweek spoke with Simon Morris and David Kolbusz about the partnership. They discussed the innovative and effective marketing strategies that have emerged from this collaboration, which has resulted in successful campaigns that have generated significant buzz.

The creative process for these campaigns was not confined to traditional office settings. Instead, it was carried out during socially distanced meetings, a testament to the teams' flexibility and adaptability. This partnership aims to continue post-pandemic, with the teams looking forward to creating more innovative and buzz-worthy campaigns in the future.

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