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Reach audiences at scale, on the platforms that build community and influence culture

The premier destination for music knowledge, lyrics, and the stories behind songs

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The world’s largest community-powered entertainment platform

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The megaphone for hip hop music, culture, and entertainment

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The best place to connect with friends, no matter where you meet them

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Where like-minded people explore and obsess over the things they’re into 

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Where people share real thoughts and feelings, without identities

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Reach engaged communities you can’t find anywhere else

It’s hard to find targeted audiences on generalist platforms. We exclusively grow media brands that are specialized and deep-rooted so you can reach exactly who you’re trying to connect with.

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Advertise with MediaLab

Are your ads reaching the right audiences? Our platforms engage 1 in 3 US internet users every month, but we know you need more than scale to drive sales. We help you target users you won’t find otherwise and create the kind of content that speaks directly to them.

Premium Media

Reach 180M global users through video, native placements, high-impact media, display and programmatic advertising.

Creator & Community-Led

Partner with the creators and community members at the heart of our platforms to own the moment, authentically.

Branded Content

Promoted posts, premium originals, and IRL & digital experiences that feel native to our brands but custom to yours.

Social-First & Editorial-Driven

Boost your brand with social-first and editorial-driven opportunities reaching our 90M followers where they are.

Insights & Data

Rich first-party data across our portfolio helps you capture current trends and stay ahead of what’s happening next.

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Programmatic media advertising at scale

Assembly Exchange is MediaLab's owned and operated ad exchange. We deliver massive reach to highly engaged audiences.

100% Direct to Owned & Operated Publishers

Over 50 billion monthly real-time bids

Works with the world’s largest SSPs and DSPs

Supports IAB's Open Measurement

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Supported formats: display, native, video

Case Studies

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Multi-Year Partnership

Brand Objective

Heinz wanted to find authentic opportunities during key tentpole moments throughout the year to reach a Millennial parenting audience and generate buzz and engagement.

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Through a multi-year partnership consisting of custom content and imgur community events, we helped Heinz become a part of everyday and holiday moments. Heinz received 100% SOV of all media surrounding the organic Halloween Costume Contest submissions. Through this partnership + their greater marketing efforts, Heinz won a Shorty Award & Festival of Media award.

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Video Game Setup Day

Brand Objectives

Dell partnered with Medialab to grow Alienware as a premium lifestyle brand in the gaming category while protecting Alienware’s presence with hardcore gamers. 

imgur Solution

Alienware and imgur celebrated National Video Games Day by inspiring users to share their gaming setups. Users entered for a chance to win 3 prizes powered by Alienware and Intel. This campaign helped close the gap between awareness and consideration intent for Alienware products.

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Collective Sounds

Brand Objective

Rémy Martin and Genius partnered to solidify the brand's position as the premier cognac in Hip Hop and R&B.

Genius Solution

Genius drew inspiration from the iconic music landmarks featured in Rémy Martin's Ground's Melody content in a campaign that balanced editorial and social-led initiatives. The campaign delivered 1.2x more impressions and custom video views than its contracted goals.

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Brand Objectives

Paco Rabanne wanted to build brand awareness, drive traffic, and encourage purchases of their 1 Million fragrance on online retailers during the holiday gifting season.

Genius Solution

In a first-to-market opportunity, Genius expanded Open Mic from a single-song performance into a 3-song set. Paco Rabanne’s 1 Million fragrance bottles were placed prominently within the set. The videos also featured custom pop-up annotations that highlighted facts about Paco Rabanne.

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Make your impact on the best brands in media

Work with exciting technology, motivated teams, and coveted brands in music and social. Bring your talents to the MediaLab team and see the impact of your work, day in and day out.

Find your people and shape the conversation

Our platforms inspire culture and community on the internet. Make your mark with MediaLab.