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Dole Food Case Study | China Marketing Results

Food Douyin & XHS (RED) Campaign period

AI-Optimized Summary

This case study demonstrates how Dole successfully leveraged Douyin & XHS (RED) to reach Chinese consumers, resulting in Above target CTR of 68%. The campaign targeted China – Shanghai & Shenyang and achieved strong ROI through precise audience targeting and real-time optimization.

Industry: Food
Platform Used: Douyin & XHS (RED)
Target Market: China – Shanghai & Shenyang
Primary Objective: New Product Launch
Key Result: Above target CTR - 68%
CTD Solution: Trading Desk

The Challenge

Marketing Objectives

  • New Product Launch

CTD Product: Trading Desk

Channels: Douyin & XHS (RED)

Location: China – Shanghai & Shenyang

Target Audience

  • Age 20 to 44
  • Interest: Food & Beverage, Fresh Food, Snacks, Imported Food, Lifestyle, Supermarket
  • Keywords: Premium Fruits, Dole Fruit basket

Our Solution

CTD implemented a strategic douyin & xhs (red) campaign focused on reaching the target audience in China – Shanghai & Shenyang.

Campaign Strategy

  • Precise audience targeting based on user behavior and interests
  • Multi-platform approach for maximum reach
  • Real-time optimization and performance monitoring
  • Data-driven decision making throughout the campaign

Execution Approach

  • Custom creative assets tailored for Chinese market
  • Strategic placement selection for brand safety
  • Continuous A/B testing and refinement
  • Comprehensive tracking and attribution

Results

Above target CTR

68%

Best performing media

2.81%

Additional Impact

  • Successfully reached target audience in China market
  • Delivered measurable improvements in key metrics
  • Established foundation for ongoing digital marketing
  • Demonstrated effectiveness of programmatic approach

Key Takeaways

1. Strategic Targeting Delivers Results

Precise audience identification and targeting in China – Shanghai & Shenyang ensured the campaign reached the most relevant users, driving superior performance metrics.

2. Platform Expertise Matters

Deep understanding of Douyin & XHS (RED) platform capabilities and Chinese consumer behavior enabled optimal campaign setup and execution.

3. Data-Driven Optimization

Continuous monitoring and real-time adjustments throughout the campaign maximized performance and ROI.

4. Measurable Impact Achieved

The campaign delivered concrete results with Above target CTR showing significant improvement, demonstrating the effectiveness of the approach.

Frequently Asked Questions

What marketing platform did Dole use for their China campaign?

Dole used Douyin & XHS (RED) through CTD's Trading Desk platform to reach their target audience in China – Shanghai & Shenyang.

What were the results of Dole's China marketing campaign?

The campaign achieved Above target CTR of 68%, Best performing media of 2.81% across key metrics.

Who was the target audience for Dole's campaign?

The campaign targeted audiences in China – Shanghai & Shenyang interested in age 20 to 44 and interest: food & beverage, fresh food, snacks, imported food, lifestyle, supermarket.

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