Defines overall campaign structure, phases, milestones, and escalation model. Creates the strategic foundation that all subsequent campaign recipes build upon. Transforms brand identity work into actionable campaign blueprints. Activates Marketing Maven (Maggie Stratton) persona to guide campaign planning with data-driven strategy and creative execution.
Requirements
How To Start
- Before starting, collect these inputs:Required: Brand profile block from Recipe 7 (or equivalent) Campaign name (identifier for this campaign) Campaign type (launch, awareness, community, conversion) Total duration (campaign length)Optional: Phase count (or let recipe calculate) Escalation model (gradual, burst, sustained, wave) Key dates (launches, events, deadlines) Resource constraints (time, budget, team) Target platforms (social and content platforms) Primary CTA (main call to action) Success metrics (KPIs for campaign)
- The recipe extracts strategic foundation from brand work:Brand Foundation Summary: Core purpose and mission relevant to campaign Key brand values that should shine through Brand personality traits to maintain Voice and tone guidelinesTarget Audience Alignment: Primary personas and motivations Pain points the campaign addresses Platform preferences Decision-making triggersValue Proposition Core: Primary benefits to communicate Competitive differentiators Proof points and credibility markers
- The recipe calculates phases based on: Campaign duration (longer means more phases) Campaign type (launch needs pre, during, post) Key dates (natural phase boundaries) Resource constraints (fewer if limited)Typical structures by campaign type:Launch campaigns (6 months): Phase 1: Foundation and Anticipation (4-6 weeks) Phase 2: Pre-Launch Momentum (4-6 weeks) Phase 3: Launch Activation (2-4 weeks) Phase 4: Sustained Engagement (8-12 weeks) Phase 5: Optimization and Scale (remaining)Awareness campaigns: Phase 1: Establish Presence Phase 2: Build Recognition Phase 3: Deepen Engagement Phase 4: Sustain and GrowCommunity-building campaigns: Phase 1: Seed Community Phase 2: Nurture Early Adopters Phase 3: Empower Advocates Phase 4: Scale and Sustain
- The recipe creates milestones in four categories:Launch Milestones (External events): Product or feature launches Major announcements Event dates Deadline-driven momentsGrowth Milestones (Quantitative): Follower and subscriber targets Signup and conversion goals Engagement rate targets Traffic milestonesContent Milestones (Production): Content series launches Asset creation completions Campaign material readinessCommunity Milestones (Qualitative): First user-generated content Community engagement thresholds Advocacy activation Testimonial acquisition
- The recipe designs intensity progression:Gradual (default for resource-constrained): Start low, build steadily, peak at launch Sustain at 70-80% of peak Best for: Solo operators, long campaignsBurst (for time-sensitive launches): Moderate baseline, rapid increase at key dates Quick reduction to sustainable level Best for: Event-driven campaignsSustained (for awareness campaigns): Consistent rhythm throughout Minor variations for variety Best for: Brand buildingWave (for community-building): Regular intensity peaks with valleys Predictable pattern audiences anticipate Best for: Engagement-focused campaigns
- The recipe identifies risks in four categories:Resource Risks: Time availability changes Budget constraints Tool or platform access issues Energy and burnout factorsExternal Risks: Platform algorithm changes Competitor actions Market or industry shifts News cycle interferenceExecution Risks: Content quality inconsistency Message drift off-brand Platform-specific failures Technical issuesAudience Risks: Lower than expected engagement Negative feedback Wrong audience attraction Community management challenges
- The recipe produces comprehensive blueprint including:Strategic Foundation: Primary and secondary objectives Target audience summary Core value proposition Primary CTAPhase Overview: Visual timeline with key dates Phase names, dates, objectivesEscalation Model: Visual showing intensity over time Platform activation timelineMilestone Summary: Critical path milestones by date Success criteria for eachPlatform Strategy: Primary, secondary, tertiary tiers Frequency guidelines per tierSuccess Metrics: Leading indicators (watch early) Lagging indicators (ultimate success) Review cadenceTop Risks and Mitigations: Prioritized risk list Specific mitigation strategies
- The recipe produces output block for downstream recipes:Architecture Output Block contains: Campaign name and type Duration and escalation model Complete phase matrix Key dates and milestones Platform strategy summary Success metrics list Brand voice summary Target persona summaryThis block feeds into Recipes 2-9: Recipe 2: Messaging Matrix Builder Recipe 3: Content Pillar Planner Recipe 4: Channel Strategy Developer Recipe 5: Campaign Timeline Architect Recipe 6: Content Calendar Generator Recipe 7: Social Post Creator Recipe 8: Blog Content Planner Recipe 9: Campaign Performance Analyzer
When to Use This Recipe
Recipe FAQ
persona (Maggie in the default CRAFT persona set).
The persona should have expertise in:
– Multi-channel message adaptation
– Persona-specific communication
– Brand voice consistency
– Platform culture alignment
– Conversion-focused copywriting The recipe uses the {PERSONA_NAME} variable to allow
customization for different persona implementations. Q: Do I need to complete RCP-004-001-007-BRAND-PROFILE-SYNTH from CFT-FWK-COOKBK-BRAND-ID first?
A: Recommended but not required. You can proceed with
abbreviated brand context, but the architecture will
be stronger with complete brand foundation. Q: How do I choose the right escalation model?
A: Match to your resources and campaign type. Gradual
for limited resources, Burst for event-driven, Wave
for community focus, Sustained for brand building. Q: What if my key dates change after planning?
A: The architecture is designed for flexibility. Adjust
phase boundaries at transition points. Major date
shifts may require architecture revision. Q: Can I run multiple campaigns simultaneously?
A: Yes, but each needs its own architecture. Consider
resource constraints carefully when planning parallel
campaigns. Q: How detailed should Phase 1 breakdown be?
A: The recipe provides week-by-week themes for Phase 1.
Later phases get detailed as you approach them.
