It's All in Our Backyard Campaign

The Rhode Island: It's all in Our Backyard campaign was born out of a need to infuse pride of place — to help Rhode Islanders see their state as a vibrant, stimulating place to live and work. The campaign was a statewide effort that included billboards, tv, print and web ads, social media, videos, tours and a dynamic website. Since its inception, the campaign has garnered earned media with positive reviews, and become an inspiration for government and media efforts to celebrate Rhode Island.

 

The campaign featured a series of videos highlighting stories from unique Rhode Island businesses — people who are working, innovating and thriving in Rhode Island.



A variety of billboards highlighting Rhode Island's economic strengths ran across the state.

 

Launch event at the Providence Performing Arts Center that convened movers and shakers from throughout the state.


Behind the Scenes:

Shop: Basics Group

Direction: Hallie Steele / Amy Bernhart

Strategy: Dwight McMillan / Amy Bernhardt / Hallie Steele

Design : Amy Bernhart / Hallie Steele

Web: Linchpin Agency

Video: Axion Media Lab

Words: Anna McGregor Robin / Rhode Island Foundation

Photography: Stephanie Alvarez Ewens / Hallie Steele 

Media: Dwight McMillan