Clio Health Names Klick Health ‘Independent Agency of the Year' for Third Consecutive Year
'We are humbled to receive this three-peat Independent Agency of the Year and so many Clio Health Awards,' said Klick Health Chief Creative Officer Rich Levy. 'We are also grateful to see our work continuing to be recognized by the world's leading creative and advertising juries, and credit our team with always thinking outside of the box to create purpose-driven campaigns that impact people's lives for the better.'
'Klick Health continues to raise the bar with creative that not only captures attention but genuinely moves people,' said Emily Seal, Executive Director, Clio Health. 'Their winning work this year, from the emotional resonance of Love Captured and Forget Everything, to the cultural ingenuity of The Trial, reflects a deep commitment to storytelling that drives meaningful impact.'
Award-winning campaigns
' The Trial ' explores the haunting reality of abortion bans by drawing chilling parallels between the 17th-century Salem witch hunts and today's political attacks on reproductive rights. Created for All* In Action Fund, and produced in collaboration with Taking Over and Golden Hum, the short film was awarded one Gold, seven Silver, and six Bronze Clios.
The experiential, dual-screen short film ' Love Captured ' helps people spot the hidden signs of human trafficking. Told in parallel narratives, the film seems to center on a romantic escape, only to reveal synchronized hidden-camera footage and a chilling portrayal of manipulation and control. Klick partnered with Magma and Jamute on the campaign for global anti-trafficking organization The Exodus Road, which won two Gold, one Silver, and two Bronze Clios.
'The Steamboat Willie Story' puts the spotlight on the world's most famous 96-year-old (and recently retired) spokesmouse to help Brazilian non-profit Retiro dos Artistas retirement home and their retired actor and artist residents. Klick partnered with Lightfarm Studios and Jamute on the film, which was lauded with two Gold, one Silver, and one Bronze Clio.
For Dementia South Africa, Klick created 'Forget Everything,' an out-of-home campaign that challenges the common assumption that dementia only affects the elderly. The powerful poster series, shot by renowned photographer Ale Burset, brings more visibility to young onset dementia and took home two Bronze Clios.
Klick's full list of Clio Health Awards
INDEPENDENT AGENCY OF THE YEAR
CLIO HEALTH CHAMPION: Jilian Baum
GOLD: The Trial – All* In Action Fund – Digital / Mobile & Social Media Craft (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - Copywriting
GOLD: Love Captured – The Exodus Road – Digital / Mobile & Social Media Craft (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - User Interface - UI
GOLD: Love Captured – The Exodus Road – Digital / Mobile & Social Media Craft (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - User Experience - UX
GOLD: Steamboat Willie – Retiro dos Artistas – Design Craft (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - Animation
GOLD: Steamboat Willie – Retiro dos Artistas – Design Craft (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - Art Direction
SILVER: The Trial – All* In Action Fund – Public Relations (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - Public Affairs & Policy
SILVER: The Trial – All* In Action Fund – Film (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - 61 Seconds to Five Minutes
SILVER: The Trial – All* In Action Fund – Direct (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - Film
SILVER: The Trial – All* In Action Fund – Creative Use of Data (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - Visualization
SILVER: The Trial – All* In Action Fund – Creative Strategy (Health Awareness & Advocacy)
SILVER: The Trial – All* In Action Fund – Branded Entertainment & Content (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - Film - Scripted
SILVER: The Trial – All* In Action Fund – Health Equity (Health Awareness & Advocacy)
SILVER: Love Captured – The Exodus Road – Digital / Mobile (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - Microsite
SILVER: Steamboat Willie – Retiro dos Artistas – Design Craft (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - Image Creation
BRONZE: The Trial – All* In Action Fund – Social Media (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - Social Video
BRONZE: The Trial – All* In Action Fund – Social Media (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - Use of Talent/Influencers
BRONZE: The Trial – All* In Action Fund – Integrated (Health Awareness & Advocacy)
BRONZE: The Trial – All* In Action Fund – Film Craft (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - Copywriting
BRONZE: The Trial – All* In Action Fund – Film Craft (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - Cinematography
BRONZE: The Trial – All* In Action Fund – Direct (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - Social Media
BRONZE: Forget Everything (Fan) – Dementia SA – Print & Out of Home Craft (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - Photography
BRONZE: Forget Everything (Home) – Dementia SA – Print & Out of Home Craft (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - Photography
BRONZE: Love Captured – The Exodus Road – Experience / Activation (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - Digital / Mobile & Social Media
BRONZE: Love Captured – The Exodus Road – Creative Use of Media (Health Awareness & Advocacy)
BRONZE: Steamboat Willie – Retiro dos Artistas – Film Craft (Health Awareness & Advocacy) - Animation
About Klick Health
Klick Health is the world's largest independent commercialization partner for life sciences, focused on hacking the boundaries of health by developing, launching, and supporting life sciences brands to achieve their full potential. The agency provides best-in-class marketing and advertising, media strategy and purchasing, medical affairs and medical communications, value and market access services, as well as enterprise omnichannel enablement among its specialized offerings. Klick's client service is rooted in deep medical and scientific understanding, enabled by nearly 250 post-graduate, in-house medical experts; unrivaled decision sciences capabilities; and innovative, results-driven creative.
One of the most-awarded advertising agencies on the planet, Klick was named 2024 Clio Health Independent Agency of the Year, London International Awards Global (and Regional) Independent Health & Pharma Agency of the Year, as well as Cannes Lions #2 Healthcare Agency and #2 Healthcare Network for the second year running. Cannes Lions also recognized Klick as the 2024 #3 Independent Agency of the Year. In 2024, Klick won over 140 top creative honors, including the coveted Cannes Lions Innovation Grand Prix, and eight agency distinctions from the most respected advertising awards shows. Klick has also been ranked a Best Managed Company, Great Place to Work, Best Workplace for Women, Best Workplace for Inclusion, Best Workplace for Professional Services, Most Admired Corporate Culture, and a FORTUNE Best Workplace in Advertising.
Established in 1997, Klick Health (including Klick Katalyst and btwelve) has offices in New York, Philadelphia, Saratoga Springs, Toronto, London, São Paulo, and Singapore. It is part of the Klick Group of companies, which also includes Klick Media Group, Klick Applied Sciences (including Klick Labs), Klick Consulting, Klick Ventures, and Sensei Labs. Follow Klick Health on LinkedIn and for more information on joining Klick, go to careers.klick.com.
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