College Team Cans Sweepstakes
Bud Light
Campaign Objective
To re-energize Bud Light’s core fan base post-controversy by using QR-linked giveaways that drive engagement and goodwill during football season.
Campaign Story
Ahead of the 2023 college football kickoff, Bud Light put QR codes on special team-branded cans. Fans 21+ who scanned the can’s code could enter a sweepstakes to win a private jet flyover to a game of their choice, plus team merchandise. The campaign – part of Bud Light’s broader “Easy to Celebrate” college football push – brought tailgate vibes directly to consumers, turning every beer run into a chance for an epic fan experience.
Execution
Bud Light expanded its roster of NCAA team-themed cans and announced prizes on social media and POS displays
Consumers bought the cans and scanned the printed QR code via smartphone
The QR linked to Bud Light’s contest microsite where users entered their details and agreed to age-gate verification
Weekly prize draws awarded items like jerseys or NFL Sunday Ticket subscriptions, with a grand prize private jet trip at season’s end
Bud Light promoted winners on its Twitter, reinforcing participation.
Éxito de la campaña
No se han publicado detalles al respecto. La empresa matriz de Bud Light observó un aumento en las métricas de participación para las campañas con códigos QR. La marca logró obtener una buena acogida por parte de la prensa al agradecer a sus seguidores en un año difícil para su imagen.
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