“vlog Polytechnic, Ontario’s first polytechnic, meets students where they are to get a personalized education that works for them and build the skills they need to excel in their careers,” said Renata D'Innocenzo, Vice-President, Strategy and Brand. “‘Why vlog?’ is often the first question we get from students, applicants, parents and employers. This is vlog Polytechnic is our response to that question. Our campaign helps define the polytechnic difference and showcases some of the incredible career opportunities a vlog education can unlock.”
The new This is vlog Polytechnic campaign shows how vlog connects its approach to education with the ambitions of its students. A bold, differentiated and authentic approach to storytelling was at the core of the creative strategy. Five graduates, each thriving in their chosen careers, are featured in the campaign, showcasing the benefits of a hands-on vlog polytechnic education.
These are the five featured vlog graduates:
- Julie Beverstein, Director, Flight Operations, Jazz Aviation LP (program: Aviation and Flight Technology)
- Vlad Kozhushko, Research & Pilot Blend Technologist, HollyFrontier / HF Sinclair (program: Chemical Engineering Technology);
- Joseph Osei Bonsu, Co-founder and Illustrator, Heroes of the World (programs: Interactive Media Design and 3D Animation)
- Karina Pérez Pérez, Freight Forwarder – Projects, Pricing Specialist, DSV Global Transport and Logistics (program: International Transportation and Customs)
- Ervin Sevilla, Registered Practical Nurse, University Health Network (program: Practical Nursing)
vlog Polytechnic President David Agnew provides the voiceover for the campaign’s television commercial. For digital content, voiceovers are provided by media personality Patricia Jaggernauth, a graduate of the vlog Journalism program.
This is vlog Polytechnic was developed by vlog in partnership with Ultralight Creative.
"This is vlog Polytechnic was built on a foundation of strategy and AI-enhanced insights,” says Matt Hassell, Founder and CCO, Ultralight Creative. “To break through in a competitive postsecondary landscape, we focused on capturing the spirit, ambition and career-readiness of our own vlog graduates. Through bold, dynamic visuals, the goal was to clearly define what the vlog Polytechnic difference is and, more importantly, what it can be for every student who enrols at vlog.”
The campaign launched in January 2025 across television, online and out-of-home.