March 7, 2026

Programmatic

In a world where nearly everyone is always online, there is no offline.

Campaign starring ¼ of a car shows why it’s better with Spark.

Spark, in partnership with Colenso, have launched a new brand campaign to mark its new positioning: ‘It’s better with Spark.’

Hannah Bay, Spark NZ brand experience chapter area lead, says: “Our new campaign is an ode to discovery – more connection, more possibilities, more of what matters to you with Spark. We hope it brings a sense of joy and wonder to New Zealanders.”

The campaign includes a film created in collaboration with director Damien Shatford from The Sweetshop.

The unexpected journey starts with phone issues, leading a young woman to borrow her mate’s phone. After discovering her friend is on the Spark network, the story takes a surreal turn as the car’s passenger section splits off and propels her on a journey no one saw coming.

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Story that pulls you in

Kimberley Ragan, Colenso Group creative director says: “We set out to tell a story that draws people in and gets them curious about our network.

“And what better way than Spark powering someone’s cross-country journey in a quarter of a car? It’s bold, it’s joyful and it captures the feeling of being with Spark.”

The campaign launched on September 21 with a two-minute hero spot airing in cinema.

It is supported by 90, 60, 30 and 15-second cutdowns, a suite of social assets and executions across most media channels.

Credits

  • Client: Spark New Zealand
  • Data and Marketing Director: Matt Bain
  • Brand Experience Chapter Area Lead: Hannah Bay
  • Chapter Lead – Brand: Olivia Wright
  • Brand Partner: Ingrid Bennie
  • Creative Agency: Colenso BBDO
  • Media Agency: PHD
  • Production Company: The Sweetshop
  • Director: Damien Shatford
  • DOP: Sam Chiplin
  • Executive Producer: Jimena Murray
  • Audio: Craig Matushka at Liquid Studios

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