The Course

The “a.p.e – Advertising Principles Explained” course is comprised of 8 sessions outlined below. As well as carefully curated references, frameworks, key takeaways and exercises to help support your learning.

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What does it include?

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Session 1

A Show Business

This episode outlines the foundational assumptions of both the showmanship and salesmanship advertising schools, their significance, and their implications for creative style.

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Session 2

Advertere

In this episode, we explore the nature of attention to understand effective advertising. Orlando interviews neuropsychologist Dr. Iain McGilchrist to discuss broad and narrow attention and their connection to creativity. 
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Session 3

The Digital Pinch

Modern media are leading to an increasing emphasis on Salesmanship advertising. This episode shows you the opportunity for Showmanship across media today.

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Session 4

Creative Revolution

To spark a new creative revolution, we learn from the last. In this episode, we’re in 1960s Madison Avenue, examining Bernbach’s principles and his agency’s work to understand how to stand out.

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Session 5

Moto e Azione

In this episode, we revisit this principle from the ‘age of affect’ to create engaging advertising. We discuss connecting with audiences through expressivity, movement, and human interaction.

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Session 6

The Fluent Device

This episode delves deeper into the third mental shortcut for choice: fluency, and its relevance in advertising. We discuss the benefits of fluent devices and draw insights from successful practitioners on their creation.
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Session 7

Leaving Room For The Mouse

To be remembered, create a smile in the mind. This episode explores how humour can be used to find the drama in your product – to enhance attention, ensure understanding and leave a positive impression.

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Session 8

Giving Triumph A Chance

In this concluding episode, we delve into the creative process, the pitfalls and benefits of research and the role of imagination in generating advertising with impact.

How to get involved?

Join our cohort launching
in Autumn 2026

Solo enrolment is £1,895.
Group booking discounts are also available.

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Please fill in and send your contact details to join the waitlist for our next cohort launching in Autumn 2026.

Find out how a.p.e. can help you and your business.

Did you miss our live Open Day? Don’t worry, you can still catch the full session on-demand.

Orlando Wood walks you through the curriculum and the high-impact skills you’ll master to elevate your career.

Access the recording now to gain the insights you need to take your next step with confidence.

Find out if a.p.e. is right for you...

Watch the discovery day webinar where Orlando will walk you through the course format and content, as well as explore the principles of great advertising!

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