Why Billboard Advertising?

Out-of-home (OOH) advertising is made up of many types of advertising that include Wallscapes and HotSpots (on sides of buildings), billboards, graphics in and around public transit (like our Bus Wraps), and street furniture like news stands, bus benches and Transit Shelters. In major cities, OOH formats are effective because of the large number of pedestrians, drivers, and passengers. After reading about the many advantages of outdoor advertising in today’s digital world, we’re confident you’ll be interested in incorporating outdoor advertising into your marketing strategy.

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Regional DMA & Coverage

Reach 9.7 million people in the nation’s third-largest DMA. From the urban core to the expansive surrounding suburbs, this market is a powerhouse of diversity and consumer demand. To ignore this region is to overlook one of the most vital economic engines in the U.S.

Maximize your reach with a more targeted approach to outdoor advertising. By analyzing the unique demographic breakdowns of specific urban and suburban zones, we take the guesswork out of audience engagement. Whether you are looking to reach high-net-worth households or specific age brackets, our team uses granular data to place your brand in the neighborhoods that match your ideal customer profile

Densely populated markets with high-traffic counts and active mass-transit systems offer unparalleled visibility. Positioning your outdoor ads in these high-density areas ensures your message reaches millions of people, turning busy streets into a powerful stage for your brand.

So, you have the option of conducting a generalized campaign where you’ll reach a lot of people, or a more targeted campaign focused on your intended audience.

If you’re looking to establish a dominant presence in this market, we’ve got you covered. Our network offers access to 94% of the regional DMA, giving you the reach needed to scale quickly. Whether you need surgical precision or a campaign that blankets the entire market, we ensure your brand remains a constant, unavoidable reminder to your audience

Your Local Experts in Outdoor Advertising

  • Our network reaches 94% of the DMA, offering diverse media formats designed to connect with any audience segment or demographic

  • Over 1,500 different locations to choose from.

  • Garnering 86,000,000+ impressions every single week.


our Outdoor Advertising Formats

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STREET FURNITURE

Reach high-value residential corridors by connecting with your audience at eye level on major arterials.

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Wild Postings

Street-level media at it's finest... our plant of dedicated Wild Postings are perfectly positioned in heavy pedestrian areas throughout the region's most vibrant neighborhoods.

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HOTSPOTS

Targeted and hyper-local, HotSpots are the perfect medium for reaching the heart of diverse urban neighborhoods.

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Bus Wraps

If you are looking to dominate the urban core, look no further than the market's most high-impact transit medium: Bus Wraps.

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WALLSCAPES

Want to make a big impression? Become a part of the urban landscape with our big and bold Metropolitan Wallscapes.

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Why OUt-of-home (OOH) Advertising?

There are many advertising choices, ranging from traditional media (TV, print) to new digital media (social media, Facebook ads). Out-of-home advertising, or OOH, is usually considered a traditional medium. However, it works really well in the contemporary advertising landscape.

Cost Efficient Advertising

OOH is the most cost-efficient medium for advertising. A recent study found that OOH ads reach 96% of Americans, higher than any other medium. In big urban centers, OOH targets pedestrians, drivers, car passengers, and CTA riders, whether they’re on buses or on the L. This is a huge pool of people from which to draw an audience. 

Target Specific Chicago Demographics

Billboard advertising is also great at targeting specific demographics. Each neighborhood has its own personality; each ad spot targets a specific audience. OOH audiences can be just as specific as online audiences.

Pairs with other marketing efforts

OOH is super effective when paired with other advertising media. A study conducted by Kantar Group found that a combination of Facebook and OOH was 13% more efficient than expected, and 47% more efficient than using only Facebook. 

Increased Revenue

Of course, it all comes down to increasing profit. OOH reaches audiences when they are out of the home and are most likely to make purchasing decisions. Your OOH ad could be the final reminder that drives a customer to make a purchase. If you’re interested in our comparison between billboards and other media, check out our blog post.

Quick Billboard Advertising Stats

  • It’s the fastest growing non-internet media.

  • 40% of viewers are classified as “highly engaged” with messaging they see on billboards or other outdoor advertising.

  • 20% of viewers have visited a business after seeing an ad

  • OOH advertising companies see an average profit of $5.97 for every dollar spent

  • Consumers are 50% more likely to engage with an online ad after seeing the same ad from outdoor advertising first

  • 84% of Generation Z-ers pay more attention to OOH advertising than any other types of advertising

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do billboards cost?

The price of a billboard (or any outdoor advertising location) varies widely on a few factors that include the market, the location and the number of people that see the billboard everyday. Check out this collection of posts from our blog for an in-depth breakdown.

How do you know which audience you are targeting?

It may seem like outdoor advertising is just nice, rain-proof paper. In reality, OOH advertising collects location data to target audiences more so than any other form of advertising. Thanks to immediate data collection, companies can make quick and informed decisions about their marketing campaigns.

How big is the OOH market?

Currently, OOH advertising has grown to be a more than $6 billion market. The impact of outdoor advertising cannot be ignored.

Doesn’t it take a long time to get a billboard?

Forget the days when a man had to paint a billboard with brushes. Now, you can speak with one of our experts and we can have a billboard up for you in no time.

Does OOH encourage creativity?

Ad designers love OOH because of its size and scope. It’s the best place to test a creative idea before global implementation to ensure it has a clear and long-lasting strategy. 

Can Billboards be paired with other forms of technology?

Certainly. And when combined properly, they can be a powerful tool. For example, billboards can be programmed to ping phones. A person passing by a McDonalds billboard could receive a notification letting them know that their favorite burger is half off at the nearest location.


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OOH is a powerful tool. Don’t miss out—start looking into incorporating OOH into your marketing strategy today!

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