17/07/2024
Behind ‘El Gato’
Campaigns like ‘El Gato’ remind us how important it is to connect with our clients’ stories. During our visit to the Hyatt Hotel in Madrid, we were on the lookout for unique ways to tell their story. That’s when the Hyatt team shared a touching tale about a lost toy and a little guest.
A child staying at the hotel had lost their beloved toy, and the staff searched high and low to find it. After a thorough search, they finally located it. But instead of just sending it back, they decided to make it special. They told the child that the toy had so much fun at the hotel, it decided to stay a bit longer. The toy was returned in a box, along with pictures showing its adventures around the hotel.
Inspired by this heartwarming story, we had an AHA moment: why not create a fictional character to be the star of our campaign?
But why a cat? In Madrid, a ‘Gato’ is someone whose parents and grandparents were all born in the city. This connection sparked the idea to make our protagonist a symbol not only for our client but also for the city’s heritage. The Hyatt Hotel, located in the heart of Madrid, was the perfect setting for this charming character.
Swipe through to see the magic behind the scenes, from crafting our handmade ‘Gato’ to capturing its shenanigans around the hotel.
Special thanks to everyone involved for making it happen!
