Julie Livingston: Good morning, everyone! I’m Julie Livingston with Want Leverage Communications, a public relations and LinkedIn consultancy. I’m delighted to be here with you again for another episode of PR Patter, my semi-weekly show where I chat with amazing people from across my public relations and marketing network.

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I’m excited to welcome my guest today, David Title. David, where are you? Hmm, I guess he’ll be right back.

David is a partner at Bravo Media, an experiential communications firm that fuses strategy, design, and production to drive meaningful engagement. He has a background in feature films, television, and web series development before joining Bravo in 2009.

David lives in Hell’s Kitchen, New York City, with his wife and daughter. His biggest lesson from 15 years of event development? No matter what the client says they want, what they really want is a photo booth! I love that. And now we’re just waiting for David to rejoin us.

Here we go. He’s back! Welcome, David.

David Title: Thanks, Julie! Glad to be here.

Julie: So, David, I know you’re now a partner at Bravo Media, but tell us a little more about your background and how you got there.

David: Sure! My background is in theater—that was my first love. I started in developing and directing new playwright work. Over time, I followed some of my writer friends into the indie film world in New York City.

When YouTube launched around 2005-2006, I had the opportunity to help create a new media incubator, developing and producing some of the first web series. Back then, every studio and network was scrambling to establish a digital department.

Eventually, I connected with the founders of Bravo Media, who were running a small soundstage and crew. At that time, there was a shift happening—from traditional filmmaking and distribution to digital. We saw an opportunity to create, deliver, and distribute content in new ways.

With the rise of platforms like YouTube, brands suddenly had access to video and animation as tools for marketing and communication. Initially, we focused on homepage videos and early
YouTube content. Then, as the market became saturated, we pivoted to experiential marketing—interactive trade show activations, projection mapping, and large-format displays.

Julie: That’s such a fascinating evolution. You mentioned experiential marketing—what does that encompass?

David: Experiential marketing is about real-world, real-time brand engagement. Initially, our focus was on event activations—interactive trade show booths, immersive presentations, and large-scale projections. Over time, we expanded into digital displays in corporate environments, retail, and nightclubs.

One challenge we often see is that businesses invest in high-end display technology but lack a strategy for long-term content management. We help companies bridge that gap by creating meaningful, engaging content that keeps audiences interested.

Julie: So, what kind of vendors and partners should companies engage with to modernize corporate communications?

David: That’s an interesting challenge. Experiential marketing is still relatively new, and companies often don’t have a dedicated person managing digital displays. Responsibilities get split between facilities, IT, marketing, or communications.

On our end, we collaborate with AV integrators, PR agencies, advertising firms, and consultants. PR has increasingly embraced experiential elements, and we work with agencies to bring interactive experiences to their campaigns.

Julie: Can you share some recent projects that illustrate what you do?

David: Absolutely! We’re currently developing an AI-powered activation where event attendees can become the cover star of a business magazine. They take a professional headshot, answer a few questions, and receive a personalized magazine cover with AI-generated headlines. It’s a fun, shareable experience that also introduces AI in a tangible way.

We’re also working on a corporate display project where, for the first time, we were brought in before construction. This allows us to collaborate with all teams and ensure the hardware and software support the content strategy—rather than retrofitting solutions after installation.

Julie: That’s incredible. What steps should companies take to get started with experiential marketing?

David: First, identify the right partners—just like you do for PR, social media, or branding. Find experts who can help craft a strategic approach. Then, develop a clear plan for execution and long-term engagement. Many companies invest in digital displays without considering who will manage them long-term. Having the right support from the start makes all the difference.

Julie: This has been such a great conversation, David. Thank you for joining me today! How can people connect with you?

David: I’m very active on LinkedIn—feel free to connect with me there. Also, you can visit our website at bravomedia.com to learn more.

Julie: Fantastic! And for those watching, if you enjoyed today’s episode, visit wantleverage.com to download Make Your C-Suite Stand Out on LinkedIn. You can also reach me at [email protected] or on LinkedIn.

Thanks again, David!

David: Thanks, Julie!

Julie: And thank you all for tuning in! See you next time on PR Patter!