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Nike's Phenomenal Shot shows the world's greatest players in moments of unpredictable brilliance. Fans can capture, remix and share their own perfect shot–all in an immersive 3-D experience that uses new real-time ad delivery technology.

THE BRIEF

Engage Fans Everywhere

Nike is constantly looking for ways to deepen engagement with sports fans globally. Together, we set out to tap into the real-time energy of live sports and explore how Google's ad technology can deliver more engaging experiences across the web and mobile, right when it matters most.

NIKE IS ALWAYS LOOKING FOR NEW WAYS TO INNOVATE, NOT JUST THROUGH OUR ATHLETES, PRODUCTS AND STORIES BUT ALSO IN THE WAY WE CONNECT WITH OUR CONSUMERS.

THE INSIGHTS

Sports Fans and the Second Screen

Watching sports is now a much more active experience because our mobile devices are always within reach—on the coffee table, in our pockets or on our laps. Today, 63% of searches during big games happen on mobile devices. In 2010, that figure was only 18%. We've evolved from a passive audience into an active audience; from sit back to lean forward. Google data shows that searches spike after major moments, as fans turn to their second screens to find stats, share the rush of the big plays and relive the glory. "Did you see that?" is the real-time currency of the web. Read more of our research into the behaviors that inspired this idea.

THE EXPERIENCE

Immersive 3-D Ads

Through a specially designed, real-time delivery tool, immersive 3-D display ads appeared across the desktop and mobile sites and apps in the Google Display Network within seconds of an event happening on TV. The creative was customized based on the Nike athlete's phenomenal play happening on TV. To experience Nike Phenomenal Shot on your phone, visit phenomenalshot.project-showcase.com from your mobile browser.

THE TECHNOLOGY

Pushing the Boundaries of Mobile

THE FAN IS HOLDING THE CAMERA AND CONTROLLING THE ANGLE IN A 3-D WORLD.

–Brian Walker, Technology Director, Grow

Phenomenal Shot is optimized for a rich mobile experience. HTML5 and JavaScript work together with the phone's gyroscope and compass data to determine the athlete's position in 3-D space. Fans can span 360° around a Nike athlete by tilting and panning their mobile device. The entire WebGL experience happens within the mobile browser, without the need to download an app.

THE TAKEAWAYS

Embrace the Data

Search data can be a great source of insight into the kind of content consumers are looking for in big, collective cultural moments. Examining this data can help – not just with what you create, but when you show it to the world.

Plan for the Expected

While you can't predict exactly what's going to happen, you can identify possible scenarios. Start by creating a library of content based on these scenarios. You may not need all this content, but it allows you to be nimble in the moment.

Anticipate the Unexpected

Chances are things won't always go exactly as planned. Before launch, create a framework for real-time decisions and approvals that includes all stakeholders – from creative, tech, production, media, legal and brand.

For Small Screens, Think Big

Mobile ads don't have to be a downsized version of your desktop creative. Modern browsers can deliver immersive mobile experiences that weren't possible two years ago, without having to download an app.

The Team

Nike

  • Kate Armstrong
    Senior Director, Global Media & Brand Analytics
  • Jesse Stollak
    VP, Global Digital Brand & Innovation

Wieden+Kennedy

  • Dan Viens
    Interaction Designer
  • Ryan O'Rourke
    Creative Director
  • Alberto Ponte
    Creative Director
  • Dan Sheniak
    Global Media Director
  • Patrick Marzullo
    Executive Producer
  • Byron Oshiro
    Producer
  • Jason Glover
    User Experience Designer

Grow

  • Drew Ungvarsky
    Executive Creative Director
  • Eric Green
    Account Director
  • Eamon Wyse
    Production Director
  • Brian Walker
    Technology Director
  • Quan Hoang
    Creative Director
  • Matt Clack
    Associate Creative Director
  • Matt Clack
    Creative Director
  • Quan Hoang
    Associate Creative Director
  • Jeff Whitlock
    Lead Producer
  • Nate Witte
    Lead Developer
  • Bruno Porrio
    Lead Creative
  • Joe Branton
    Design Director
  • Keith Kaminski
    Producer
  • Jordan Crisman
    Producer
  • Matt Campbell
    Developer
  • Gabe Molochko
    Developer
  • Ann Yuan
    Developer
  • Darius Pilapil
    Developer
  • Zach Young
    Developer
  • Lookmai Rattana
    Developer
  • Will Jardine
    Developer
  • Jeff Penano
    Developer
  • Josh Newtton
    Designer
  • Brian Villalon
    Designer
  • Jason Levesque
    Motion Graphics Artist
  • Reggie Sutton
    Producer
  • Thelonius Cook
    QA
  • Brian Heath
    Motion Designer

Mindshare Portland

  • Adrien Robert
    Global Partner
  • Liam MacManus
    Global Planning Director

Google

  • The Art, Copy & Code Team