I’m intrigued by how members of Gen Z see their future, socially, economically, and politically, and how this new campaign from Ally (and their agency, Anomaly LA) portrays their thinking and concerns, while also making room for the ambitions and desires of young working persons today.
Americans across all age groups are increasingly concerned about money. Boomers and members of Gen X are concerned that they may not have enough money to retire. Millennials and members of Gen Z fret that they can’t afford to buy a home, take a vacation, pay for groceries, and the list goes on.
The hero of this campaign has her own list: create art, wear weird clothes, kiss my partner, be near the sea, and make delicious meals. She also focuses on things she can afford. Because it’s a commercial, and optimism sells.
Ally asks the viewer to “Do spending right,” and to believe that with a little help from Ally, you can.
These spots are funny. In the :15, the brand mocks positivity training. The protagonist says, “Money flows to me. Easily and effortlessly. I have a wealthy aura.” I think we can laugh while simultaneously recognizing how true her uttered words are, or how true we want them to be.
According to the press release, the campaign is built on a clear insight: for today’s consumers – particularly Gen Z and millennials – financial progress no longer follows a neat, linear path of school, house, marriage, and retirement. Financial journeys are built through a mix of long-term goals and everyday moments: travel and wellness, friendships and fandom, home projects and new experiences.
The work is meant to attract customers whose money journey isn’t just about accumulation—it’s about enabling the life they want to live today while preparing for “someday” goals.
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