Direct mailing is a growing medium. Even though digital channels have proved to be successful, traditional channels of direct marketing are showing a higher return on investment. Studies show that 64% of millennials would rather receive direct mail than email advertisements. Additionally, studies show that the average open rate of marketed emails is below 20%.
Out of all the age demographics, millennials have the highest response rate when it comes to direct mail marketing. Those who receive direct mail open them at the same high rate of all other demographics. Studies performed by the USPS found that “Millennials are far more likely than non-Millennials to read and engage with direct mail.” The reasons why direct mail is still as effective today include the print and image quality and checking the mail is considered a leisurely activity. Furthermore many prefer direct mail over email, I know I do.
You have to remember that mailboxes are tangible objects that people have to check. Your targeted direct mailing piece will be seen, but are the pieces eye-catching enough to engage the reader? Mailing pieces should be variable printed and targeted to each consumer. This will also make the mailing piece more personal for the recipient receiving them.
When designing for direct mail try a folded piece to grow your brand. It has been statistically proven to achieve response rates of 4.4% compared to the .12% response rate of direct digital advertisements. When designing your piece try using a fold to engage your audience. A trifold works well for direct mailing. The folds invite the reader in while providing a simple design element. Another fold to consider is a gate fold which provides the reader with a visual impact while being easy to follow.
Or you can go with a more dynamic and really eye-catching fold like this origami fold that gets inserted into an envelope (See video link). This intricate fold folds flat into a postcard size of 4”x7” and the flat dimensions are 7”x12”. The folds of this piece make the artwork engaging as it follows the folding scores from top to bottom. The art can be designed in two ways: to show a cohesive image when folded and a different design using the cohesive image in the design of the flat piece. It’s a well-crafted fold that can be found on the Foldfactory youtube channel under fold #438 or click the video below.
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