BETDAQ launches uncompromising ‘#ChangingfortheBettor’ TV ad campaign fronted by Ralph Ineson

Tuesday 21 August 2018 – BETDAQ, the leading betting exchange operator, has debuted its latest TV ad campaign. Created by agency Alpha Century, the initial #ChangingfortheBettor spot is fronted by Ralph Ineson (The Office, Game of Thrones, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Harry Potter) and represents a fresh change in brand direction.

Launched on Monday 20 August and running across multiple TV channels in the UK and Ireland, the campaign celebrates the company’s commitment to offering a no-nonsense, permanent commission of just 2% on all sports and all markets. This is part of the ongoing ‘Changing for the Bettor’ promise of improving the BETDAQ product and betting exchange experience for punters.

Shot on location at The Valley stadium, London, home of BETDAQ-sponsored Charlton Athletic Football Club, the complex night shoot was executed entirely in a single take with Ineson delivering his monologue straight to camera.

“It is a pleasure to join BETDAQ in spreading its #ChangingfortheBettor message,” says Ineson. “As a passionate football fan, it was an exciting night time stadium shoot and I was attracted by the clear, straightforward nature of the campaign, which shows BETDAQ is committed to improving its product and customer experience.”

The 30-second ad will be aired on Sky Entertainment, News and Sports channels, ITV4, At The Races, TV3 in Ireland, and various VOD and social channels.

BETDAQ Managing Director Shane McLaughlin says: “We wanted the campaign to signal a new dawn for the brand and showcase our pledge to exchange bettors. Our introduction of a permanently low 2% commission on all exchange bets is the first of many ways we’re creating a positive impact across the market. In Ralph we have an instantly recognisable presence, full of gravitas and approachability, who is a perfect fit for our brand and helps to spread the news about our long term commitment to change.”

The film was created, directed and produced by Alpha Century, who are also behind fellow GVC Group brand Coral’s current TV campaign, ‘World’s Biggest Sports Fan’, featuring Sports Rodstein, played by Hollywood star and comedian Danny McBride.

Alpha Century Head of Strategy Matt Buttrick comments: “BETDAQ are really changing the way they approach their business and the advertising had to do justice to this departure. Our approach landed the clear truth of 2% commission in a smart, yet refreshingly down-to-earth way. So many betting ads tie themselves in knots, so we wanted something clear and captivating.”

About BETDAQ:

BETDAQ is a market-leading betting exchange, which was founded in 2000. It was acquired by Ladbrokes in 2013 and became part of the GVC Group in 2018.

BETDAQ charges a flat rate commission of 2% on all sports and markets. It matches in excess of £75m-worth of bets per week and has the largest market share of UK and Irish on-course bookmakers who connect to the exchange for pricing information and hedging purposes.

BETDAQ is principal partner of Sunderland AFC, Charlton Athletic FC and the Punchestown Champion Hurdle. It is ARC’s (Arena Racing Company) starting stalls sponsor, covering more than 1000 races in 2018, and brand ambassadors include Tony Cascarino and Gavin Cromwell.

BETDAQ has an active and loyal community who trade sporting events using free specialist tools such as Bet Angel and Gruss Software.

About Alpha Century:

Launched in 2013, Alpha Century is a creative agency for entrepreneurs. Offering end-to-end brand consultancy, strategic planning, creative and production, they increasingly provide the bridge between creative capital and venture capital.  They create all forms of assets including digital, film, content, social, print and POS. Clients span multiple sectors and include Coral, Cunard, Sofology and Virgin Atlantic.