Upwork | Project: Big Important

A corporate employee is assigned a vague but high-stakes task titled “Project: Big Important.”
Instead of panicking, he opens Upwork.
He quickly assembles a freelance team—designers, developers, researchers—ready to tackle whatever the project turns out to be.
The ad shows how Upwork helps businesses find top freelance talent fast, even for mission-critical work.

The Formula (That Works at Any Budget)

Relatable Challenge + Clear Solution = Engaged Viewers
Facing a big task with little direction is a familiar workplace problem.
By turning to Upwork, the character finds skilled freelancers with ease.
Lesson: Solve real business problems to build trust with your audience.

Serious Topic + Light Humor = Memorable Message
The name “Project: Big Important” is intentionally vague and over-the-top.
But that’s the point.
It reflects real project chaos—with a comedic twist.
Lesson: Humor makes complex topics like project management feel more approachable.

Simple Story + Strong Visuals = Easy to Follow
The narrative is clear: high-pressure task, quick solution, confident execution.
Each freelancer appears fast, making the process feel smooth and scalable.
Lesson: Use clean visuals to show exactly how your product works.

Humor Breakdown

The comedy comes from how seriously the character treats such a ridiculous project title.
He doesn’t even ask what it is—he just gets to work hiring freelancers.
This shows how Upwork can prepare you for anything, even vague corporate chaos.
Lesson: Exaggerate the problem to make your solution stand out.

Final Verdict

Upwork’s “Project: Big Important” captures a common workplace pain point: unclear but urgent projects.
It uses humor, simplicity, and fast pacing to position Upwork as the go-to platform for building expert freelance teams—no matter the situation.

BRAVE-o-meter Score:
B-7 | R-8 | A-7 | V-7 | E-8
BRAVE – 7.4/10

Watch the full ad & learn more:
Website: upwork.com
LinkedIn: Upwork on LinkedIn

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Understanding the B.R.A.V.E. Scoring System

The B.R.A.V.E. scoring system uses AI to deliver an unbiased evaluation of top-of-the-funnel B2B brand ads. It measures potential impact, memorability, and effectiveness by assessing five key components of a video ad or commercial. This system gauges an ad's capacity to drive brand recall and enhance salience, ensuring that creative work not only captures attention but also leaves a lasting impression.

What B.R.A.V.E. Stands For:

Each letter represents a key factor in determining an ad’s success:

  • BBoldness: Is the ad original, creative, or daring? Does it break away from generic B2B marketing, or is it just another forgettable corporate video?
  • RRelevance: Does it connect with a real buyer pain point? Is it addressing a specific frustration or need, or just listing product features?
  • AAttention: Does it grab and hold attention in the first few seconds? Is it visually or tonally engaging, or easy to skip?
  • VVibe: Does it create an emotional response—laughter, recognition, or surprise? Or does it feel like just another corporate info dump?
  • EEffectiveness: Will buyers remember the brand when they need a solution? Does the ad make an impact that lasts beyond the moment?

How It’s Applied to B2B Video Rating

Each video is scored 1 to 10 in all five categories, based on how well it meets the criteria. The total score (out of 50) is then divided by 5 to give a final B.R.A.V.E. score out of 10.

For example:

  • An ad scoring B-8 | R-9 | A-7 | V-6 | E-8 has a total of 38/50.
  • The final B.R.A.V.E. score is 7.6/10.

Why It Matters

B2B ads often struggle with being bland, forgettable, or ineffective. The B.R.A.V.E. system ensures they are judged by their ability to break through, connect with buyers, and drive action.

Simply put: If your ad isn’t B.R.A.V.E., it’s invisible.

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