Most Wanted in October
As we welcome cooler autumn days, crunch across the falling leaves, and choose our Halloween costumes, content creators worldwide plan their projects for the months ahead. Buyers are searching for footage of US Politics to support the Midterm elections, All Saints Day Around the World, and Remembrance Day.

US Politics
USE THIS KEYWORD: USELECTIONS2022
LAST CALL! Midterm elections are November 8 and buyers wrapping up their political projects are increasing the overall demand for political content. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to submit content for the 2022 Elections. Check out our extensive Creative Brief for more information.
Shot List Thought Starters
- Politicians delivering speeches and leading public demonstrations
- Voters in front of polling stations
- Politicians on the campaign trail
- Supporters holding signs for political candidates and key issues
- Protesters and demonstrations against key political issues
- Influential personalities speaking out on political and social issues
- Major political events in history, including speeches, the election process, parades, events, protests, etc.
- Key politicians from your own country’s history
- Various animations (national flags, lower thirds, intros, logo animations, transitions.)
- Establishing shots (aerial views, skyline, cityscapes, etc.)
- Depictions of the critical issues discussed in your local politics (healthcare, economy, immigration, climate, ecology, DEI, etc.)
- All touchpoints of the Electoral and voting process: Close-ups of ballots, commercially cleared shots of protesting crowds, etc.
- Proud supporters wearing merchandise for their favorite candidate (badges, hats, t-shirts, badges, etc.)
Suggested Keywords
Politic, democracy, citizen, speech, protest, vote, government, national, ballot, voting, patriotism, campaign, candidate, democrat, republican, civil, register, flag, national, collusion, elect, midterms, election
Target Group
All groups, but specifically ad agencies, corporate clients, non-profit organizations, TV production companies, etc.
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All Saints Day Around the World
USE THIS KEYWORD: BRALLSAINTS2022
Around the turn of October and November, we witness various cultural traditions and holidays across the world that are celebrated to honor the memory of the dead, whether it is Dia de Muertos, traditional Samhain in Ireland and Scotland, Ognissanti in Italy, or Barriletes Gigantes in Guatemala.
Shot List Thought Starters
- Shots of locals in different countries celebrating All Saints’ Day
- Close-ups of delicious traditional food that is being served
- Portraits of people in traditional costumes, wearing flower crowns, painted faces,…
- Editorial footage from the parades, public events, etc.
- Authentic family gatherings and private celebrations at home (altars, marigolds, etc)
Suggested Keywords
Halloween, Alll Saints’ Day, Dia de los Muertos, Samhain, Ognissanti, Barriletes Gigantes
Target Group
All groups, but specifically ad agencies, corporate clients, non-profit organizations, TV production companies, etc.

Remembrance Day / Veteran Day
USE THIS KEYWORD: BRVETERANDAY2022
Remembrance Day, also as known as Poppy Day, is a military memorial day observed in Commonwealth member states to honour armed forces members who have died in the line of duty in WWI. During the Second World War, many countries changed the name of the holiday. Member states of the Commonwealth of Nations adopted Remembrance Day, while the US chose Veterans Day. Our buyers are looking for both editorial and commercial footage – from events associated with Remembrance Day / Veteran Day to lifestyle footage of people on duty.
Shot List Thought Starters
- Editorial footage of people paying their respect to fallen soldiers at special events and memorials. (Remember to consider those who do not wish to be on camera.)
- Portraits of soldiers wearing uniforms
- Footage documenting the events, and gatherings during the Remembrance Day/Veterans Day
- Conceptual shots of memorials, veteran cemeteries, etc.
- People buying poppies or other signature items to support veteran communities
- Commercially cleared footage and photos of people wearing poppies
- Politicians and their public speeches
- Crowds listening to a public speech
Suggested Keywords
Remembrance Day, Poppy Day, Veteran Day, Soldiers, Duty, War, WWI, WWII, World War, Army, Armed Forces, Military, etc.
Target Group
All groups, but specifically news, TV, etc.
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