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Bleacher Report
Table of Contents (click on link to go directly to a section)
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Ad Specifications for Advertisers & Ad Agencies
Standard IAB AD PlacementsYouTube Companion Banners
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Custom PlacementsMobile/Tablet Placements
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Video PlacementsSurvey Executions
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Standard Ad PlacementsAd SizeFile SizeMax creative rotationsWho creates? (Bleacher Report or Advertiser)AnimationAction Sript (AS)LoopingFrame RateCPU UsageDelivery MethodRich Media AcceptedBack-up ImageExpandable Panel DimensionsExpansion DirectionExpansion PolicyHot Spot (area of banner that executes expansion)Z-IndexClose Button PolicySound Policy3rd Party Vendors AcceptedNotes / DescriptionCustom Assets NeededLead Time
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728x90 Leaderboard728x90Initial load GIF/JPEG/HTML5 = 600k | Polite Load = 2.2MB (Unlimited if streaming video within the ad unit on Desktop only. No streaming video on mobile)Up to 3AdvertiserAnimation time for all loops combined cannot exceed :30 seconds.  Also, ads may not employ persistent rapid/strobing animation of any graphic, copy, or background element(s).DFP is fully compatible with ActionScript 3.03 loops24 FPS20%IF USING DFA - INTERNAL REDIRECT TAGS ARE REQUIRED

GIF/JPEG/HTML5 or Third Party Ad Tags (i.e. Atlas, DFA)GIF/JPEG/HTML5 or Third Party Ad Tags (i.e. Atlas, DFA)
If sending DoubleClick 1x1's, please ensure they are "tracking ad tags". (Tracking Tags: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackimp/)
Yes, Turner approved IAB vendors are acceptedN/AN/ANOT ALLOWEDN/A401K or higherRequiredclick to initiateIAB approved 3rd Party Rich Media Vendor - Atlas, DFA, Bluestreak, Pointroll, EyeWonder, Unicast, DART Rich Media, MediaMind/EyeBlasterCreative must render within :01
Max number of file requests is 30
Standard IAB in-line placements. For in-banner video formats: True Streaming is recommended. Progressive download available on click only (and limited to 2.2mb max file size)
N/A3 Business Days to QA and Traffic
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300x250 Medium Rectangle300x250N/AN/A399K or less
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970x250 Billboard 970x2501If in-banner Video: Format: True Streaming preferred. Progressive download available on click only (and limited to 2.2mb max file size)
Duration: 15 seconds max for Auto-Initiated Video. Audio must be click-initiated. Extended-Play Video (longer than 30 seconds) is allowed if user actively clicks-to-play video or after User-Initiated expansion of a panel.
Minimum Required Controls: Play, Pause, Mute (volume control to zero (0) output may be included instead-of or in-addition-to Mute control). No in-banner video - Max Animation 15 seconds
30%Yes, HOWEVER NO EXPANSION. Note that if the unit will include in-banner video, the format should be True Streaming. Progressive download available on click only (and limited to 2.2mb max file size)
Duration: 30 seconds max for Auto-Initiated Video. Extended-Play Video (longer than 30 seconds) is allowed if user actively clicks-to-play video or after User-Initiated expansion of a panel.
Minimum Required Controls: Play, Pause, Mute (volume control to zero (0) output may be included instead-of or in-addition-to Mute control)
970x250 gif/jpegN/AN/AN/A500k or higherN/AN/A• Logos: vector files (preferred) / high resolution / or in a scalable format
• Fonts: font files (True Type / PostScript / OpenType)
* note: If there are fonts in layered files (such as .psd) that aren’t rasterized or as a "smart object", we will not be able to edit type or change the font size w/ out the actual font file.
• Imagery: background imagery, products, etc that the client wishes us to use in our design collateral that we are creating for them
* Creative Concepts: Examples of current ads being used to promote product or service. These can be standard online ads (300x250, etc.) or we can use offline art as well for guidance.
• Copy & Text: it is most helpful to have approved copy or language included in either design assets or via email
If Advertiser creates: 5 Business Days to QA and Traffic
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320x50 Mobile App / Web banner320x50 50K File Size | GIF, JPEG, PNG |
150K File Size HTML5
(Flash is not mobile compatible)
up to 315 seconds max0Yes, Turner approved IAB vendors are acceptedgif/jpegN/AN/AN/AN/AOn tap. The audio MUST stop when the banner is tapped-off. Length: 15 seconds maximum on audio served in conjunction with a video stream. Audio served independent of a video stream may be 15 seconds.Creative must render within :01 N/A3 Business Days to QA and Traffic
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640x100 Banner640x10050K File Size | JPEG, PNG, GIF |
up to 3AdvertiserN/AN/AN/A0Site-served JPEG/PNG 1x1 Tracking Pixel and Click Tracking accepted. If sending DoubleClick 1x1's, please ensure they are "tracking ad tags". (Tracking Tags: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackimp/)Nogif/jpegN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A3 Business Days to QA and Traffic
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1280x1001280x100File Size: 600kb1Publisher or AdvertiserYES

Max Animation for collapsed banner in frequency capped plays is 15 seconds
DFP is compatible with ActionScript 3.03 loopsN/AN/ASite-served JPEG, GIF, or served through 3rd party rich media tags
1x1 Tracking Pixel and Click Tracking accepted. If sending DoubleClick 1x1's, please ensure they are "tracking ad tags". (Tracking Tags: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackimp/)
YES1280x100N/AN/AN/AN/A500k or higherNoneclick to initiateIAB approved 3rd Party Rich Media Vendor - Pointroll, EyeWonder, Unicast, DART Rich Media, MediaMind/EyeBlasterRich Media or Static ad unit• Logos: vector files (preferred) / high resolution / or in a scalable format
• Fonts: font files (True Type / PostScript / OpenType)
* note: If there are fonts in layered files (such as .psd) that aren’t rasterized or as a "smart object", we will not be able to edit type or change the font size w/ out the actual font file.
• Imagery: background imagery, products, etc that the client wishes us to use in our design collateral that we are creating for them
* Creative Concepts: Examples of current ads being used to promote product or service. These can be standard online ads (300x250, etc.) or we can use offline art as well for guidance.
• Copy & Text: it is most helpful to have approved copy or language included in either design assets or via email
If Bleacher Report creates unit using materials provided by the client: 10 Business Days (5 days for approvals/revisions, 5 days for production / QA).
If Advertiser creates: 5 Business Days to QA and Traffic
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Custom PlacementsCustom Assets NeededAd/File SizeFile SizeMax creative rotationsWho creates?AnimationAction Sript (AS)LoopingFrame RateCPU UsageDelivery MethodRich Media AcceptedBack-up ImageExpandable Panel DimensionsExpansion DirectionExpansion PolicyHot SpotZ-IndexClose Button PolicySound Policy3rd Party Vendors AcceptedNotes / DescriptionLead Time
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Shop Now / Bleacher FeaturesSHOP NOW:
Client assets required
1) Font files (.tiff and .woff files) and logo (high res EPS)
2) 4-6 product images only [no text] -.jpg and .png files
-- 500x600px [@2x]
3) Background images -- 1 to 2 .jpg files
-- Dimensions: 450x300px [@2x]
4) Specific Call to Action buttons (i.e Shop Now, Learn More, Buy Now, etc)
-- 130x40px [@2x], .png
5) Map locator destination (i.e. Macy’s)
-- Single location or list of locations
6) 16x9 video (optional) -- 15s/ 6MB max

PSD Template, PDF Guide, and Example Asset Pack: HERE

BLEACHER FEATURE:
Client assets required
1) Horizontal video(s) (1920x1080) .mp4 file -- 15s suggested (30s max)
2) 4-6 product images [no text] -.jpg and .png files
-- Dimensions: 500x600px [@2x)
3) High Res logo (.EPS) file
4) High Res Font (.tiff and .woff) files
5) Hi-res text images of tagline and/or call-to-action [.png]
-- Dimensions: 130x40px (@2x)

PSD Template, PDF Guide, and Example Asset Pack: HERE
Ad Size: 920x300 (should include proper layers)
File Size: 300KB for Loading Pages, 450KB for each subsequent page
N/AAdvertiser and Publisher Combination
Custom Built Options
DFP is compatible with ActionScript 3.0N/ARaw display and video assets only. No 3rd party tags allowed.NoN/AN/ADoes not expand but has a carousel type feature that allows you to move through the galleryN/AN/AN/ANoneclick to initiateNoneCustom ad unit designed through Celtra interfacePSD file request: 920x300 (should include proper layers)
Grouped if possible based on how many pages are in the experience. You may want a Start Group for the main page and then a Gallery group for the gallery page.
Assets needed: Product images, logo files, button graphics, background images, font files for text
Acceptable file types:
Display: PNG, GIF, JPG, and SVG images (PNG/GIF preferred), EPS logo
Video: MOV, 3GP, or MP4 (Up to 60MB, min length: 3 seconds)

More info can be found on this link: https://support.celtra.com/creative/builder/asset-specifications
If Bleacher Report creates unit using materials provided by the client: 10 Business Days (5 days for approvals/revisions, 5 days for production / QA).
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InterscrollerClient assets required
1) High res Logo (EPS) file
2) Font files (.woff and .tiff file)
3) High res cut images (png)
-- Dimensions: 500x600px [@2x)
4) Background images (.jpg)
-- Dimensions: 450x300px [@2x]
5) Hi-res text images of tagline and/or call-to-action [.png]
-- Dimensions: 130x40px (@2x)
6) 16x9 video (optional) -- 15s / 6MB max

PSD Template, PDF Guide, & Example Asset Pack (HP): HERE
PSD Template, PDF Guide, & Example Asset Pack (EP/Buzz): HERE
Ad size: Desktop (homepage)
Front unit: 1600x460 & 1280x460
Back unit: 2560x1440

Desktop (Article)
Front Unit: 970x460
Back unit: 1024x1024

File size: 300KB (desktop), 150KB (mobile web)
N/AAdvertiser and Publisher Combination
Custom Built Options
DFP is compatible with ActionScript 3.0N/ARaw display and video assets only. No 3rd party tags allowed.NoN/AN/ACreative moves up and down as you scroll along the pageN/AN/AN/ANoneclick to initiateNoneCustom ad unit designed through Celtra interfaceDesktop (homepage)
Front unit: 1600x460 & 1280x460
Back unit: 2560x1440

Desktop (Article)
Front Unit: 970x460
Back unit: 1024x1024

Assets needed: Product images, logo files, background images, button graphics, font files
Acceptable file types
Display: PNG, GIF, JPG, and SVG images (PNG/GIF preferred)
Video: MOV, 3GP, or MP4 (Up to 60MB, min length: 3 seconds)
More info can be found on this link: https://support.celtra.com/creative/builder/asset-specifications
If Bleacher Report creates unit using materials provided by the client: 10 Business Days (5 days for approvals/revisions, 5 days for production / QA).
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Custom Skin/WallpaperClient assets required
1) 1600x1400 PSD File

PSD Templates & PDF Guide: HERE
Ad size: 1600x1400
File size: 200KB
1Publisher or AdvertiserN/AN/AN/AN/ASite-served JPG ONLY
1x1 Tracking Pixel accepted. If sending DoubleClick 1x1's, please ensure they are "tracking ad tags". (Tracking Tags: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackimp/)
NoNoN/AIf sending DoubleClick 1x1's, please ensure they are "tracking ad tags". (Tracking Tags: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackimp/)Skin PSD template: https://www.dropbox.com/s/gz81dbzknal3zyq/Skin_Build_Template_1600x1400.psd?dl=0

Skin w/ EndZone PSD template: https://www.dropbox.com/s/eov8ndkn7d7j7ym/Skin_Build_Template_Endzone_1600x1400_3.0_v1.psd?dl=0

Skin w/ Halftime PSD template: https://www.dropbox.com/s/6lqa62bodktno77/Skin_Build_Template_Halftime_1600x1400_3.0_v1.psd?dl=0

Custom built skin that offers advertiser to brand the gutters on Bleacher Report index and front door pages
• Logos: vector files (preferred) / high resolution / or in a scalable format
• Fonts: font files (True Type / PostScript / OpenType)
* note: If there are fonts in layered files (such as .psd) that aren’t rasterized or as a "smart object", we will not be able to edit type or change the font size w/ out the actual font file.
• Imagery: background imagery, products, etc that the client wishes us to use in our design collateral that we are creating for them
* Creative Concepts: Examples of current ads being used to promote product or service. These can be standard online ads (300x250, etc.) or we can use offline art as well for guidance.
• Copy & Text: it is most helpful to have approved copy or language included in either design assets or via email
• Accepts DV, IAS, or Moat tracking
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CountdownHALFTIME:
Client assets required
1) 15s horizontal video asset -- .mp4 or .mov file
-- Dimensions: 16x9
-- Up to 3 videos can be featured at once
2) Hero Image -- .tiff or .jpeg file
-- Dimensions: 800x450
3) Font files (.tff)
4) Logo files (.EPS or Vector)
5) Desired date/ time for event for clock countdown
6) Desired click through destination

PSD Template & PDF Guide: HERE

APP:
Client assets required
1) Hero Image -- .tiff or .jpeg file
-- Dimensions: 300x100
2) Font files (.tff)
3) Logo files (.EPS or Vector)
4) Desired date/ time for event for clock countdown
5) Desired click through destination
Ad size: Web: Same as Halftime (1600x450)
Mobile Web: Same as End Zone (320x200)
In-App: 640x100

File size: Initial Load = 300K per breakpoint for static assets
(150kb for mobile); Polite Load = 2MB
1Autoplay Video Duration :30 max web, :15 mobile web/in-app
Click to play Video Duration :30 max web, :15 mobile web/in-app
Publisher DFP is compatible with ActionScript 3.03 Loops24 FPS30% CPUServed through 3rd party rich media tags
(1x1 Tracking Pixel and Click Tracking accepted)
NoWeb: 970x250
Mobile web: 320x50
In-app: 320x50
Click to expand for mobile web and in-app
No expansion for web
Must have the text "close" or a visible "X" to show that the ad is collapsibleclick to initiateNoneQuickturn Template Development: 10 days
Custom Development only: 15 days
Custom Design & Development: 28 days
QA & Traffic: 3-5 business days (included in the above timelines)
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Native Display / Native Video/ Native Carousel with 320x80 logoNative Video
Client assets required
Headline (25 characters)
CTA (12 characters)
Advertiser name
logo should be visible against light and dark backgrounds
6/15s (preferred) raw mp4 or mov file: 15s+ accepted if necessary

Native Display
Client assets required
Headline (25 characters)
CTA (12 characters)
Advertiser name
logo should be visible against light and dark backgrounds
1500x1000 Static JPEG
200KB for images
500MB max for video
N/AVideo/ Image CarouselAdvertiser and Publisher CombinationVIdeo: 1p MP4 file ONLY
Image: Site-served JPG ONLY (up to 5 images) 1x1 Tracking Pixels are accepted for each image. Click trackers can also be sent for each image.

If sending DoubleClick 1x1's, please ensure they are "tracking ad tags". (Tracking Tags: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackimp/)
Native Content Image Carousel starts on the left and swipes right; you can also swipe left or right until the last image. Possible to have less than 6 creatives; could have 1 image only.
Each image or video will click through on CTA button and takes you to each trafficked click URL.
If no click URL exists, the CTA button will disappear.
Sponsorship wording will default to “by [insert advertiser]” after the ad bubble No MOAT 1st/3rd party data for the time being



For Native Content Image Carousel Ad:

Advertiser: text characters only, 30 character MAX
Headline: 25 character max
Call to Action (only 1 allowed): 10 character MAX with spaces
Image: 1500x1000, Up to 5 images allowed, 40k max
Logo: 320x80 , 40k max

For Native Contet Video Carousel Ad:

Advertiser: text characters only, 30 character MAX
Headline: 25 character max
Call to Action (only 1 allowed): 10 character MAX with spaces
Video: 16:9 ratio, 500MB max, 15s max
Logo: 320x80 , 40k max

Blended Video/Image Carousel also available -- specs remain the same, 1 video + up to 5 images alllowed
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App Loading Screen Logo640x300 Example link: https://s.cdn.turner.com/ads/adspaces/BR/2017/05/17/391285453_640x300_adidas_SP16_Burst3_logo.png50KAdvertiser provides logo
Publisher creates
The logo will always live on a black screen, so we need a light logo.5 business days
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Video PlacementsVideo DimensionsFile SizeMax creative rotationsWho creates?Video LenghVideo File FormatLoopingFrame RateCodecBitrateDelivery MethodVPAID ComplimentVideo Aspect RatioPanel SizeExpansion DirectionExpansion PolicyHot SpotZ-IndexClose Button PolicySound & Length Policy3rd Party Vendors AcceptedDescriptionTrackingLead Time3rd Party Video Requirements
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Standard Desktop & Mobile
Pre-Roll, Mid-Roll, Post-Roll Video
Adaptive
16:9 recommended
1080p recommended

1920x1080, 1280x720, 854x480, 640x360
Reccomended under 1 GB for optimal performanceup to 3Advertiser:15 second max for App

:15 or :30 seconds max for Desktop
(*:15 sec recommended).
MP4 ONLY - Flash files and VPaid not acceptedN/AMinimum= 24 FPS
Maximum= 30 FPS
Use source when possible
Apple Pro Res 422
Apple Pro Res 422 HQ    
H.264 (a data rate of 15 mbits/sec or higher)
600+ Kbps at constant rateVideo file with tracking tags or VAST redirect tags. VAST redirect tags MUST be HTML5 Compatbile.
Flash and VPaid are NOT accepted.
If sending DoubleClick 1x1's, please ensure they are "tracking ad tags". (Tracking Tags: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackimp/)
not at this time
16:9
640x480 N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AAudio must start on mute and be user initiated.

~ All audio will conform to dial norm specs: -24 lkfs
~ Standard format is stereo on channels 1&2 and Dolby 5.1 on 3-8.
All major Video Ad servering technologies (no vpaid)15/30 second pre-roll video that runs before Bleacher Report Video. Standard 1x1s - Impression Tag, Click Tag or submit a VAST redirect tag.5 Business Days for QA and Traffic
VAST tag with the following within the tag: 1) Hi Rez MP4, 2) Low rez MP4

Two renditions needed:
768x432, 1.3 mbps, 29.97 frame rate, H.264 codec
1280x720, 3 mbps, 29.97 frame rate, H.264 codec
All other formats optional (flv, mov, WebM, etc)
**VPaid not accepted for video or App
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Web Interactive Video (Desktop + Mobile Web ONLY)Adaptive
16:9 recommended
1080p recommended



1920x1080, 1280x720, 854x480, 640x360
NA:30 seconds max MP4 ONLY

MUST RUN via VAST
Minimum= 24 FPS
Maximum= 30 FPS
Use source when possible
 H.264 (a data rate of 15 mbits/sec or higher)600+ Kbps at constant rateVideo file with tracking tags or VAST redirect tags. VAST redirect tags MUST be HTML5 Compatbile.
VPAID is allowed
640x480N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AAudio must start on mute and be user initiated.

~ All audio will conform to dial norm specs: -24 lkfs
~ Standard format is stereo on channels 1&2 and Dolby 5.1 on 3-8.
Below vendors are fully vetted*:
Celtra
Innovid
Sizmek



*We'd need to test the VAST tag of other WM certified vendors (5 days lead time)
15/30 second pre-roll video that runs before Bleacher Report Video. VAST5 Business Days for QA and Traffic
VAST tag with the following within the tag: 1) Hi Rez MP4, 2) Low rez MP4

Two renditions needed:
768x432, 1.3 mbps, 29.97 frame rate, H.264 codec
1280x720, 3 mbps, 29.97 frame rate, H.264 codec
All other formats optional (flv, mov, WebM, etc)

If running VPAID, advertiser MUST implement a VPAID resume video button after the CTA has been clicked (VPAID units pause by default when clicked out to url)
For more info, see https://docs.google.com/document/d/1m00Fh4o5PM9_PXlxDB3LziLK9VpIOyTFr7W8DbnByhE/edit#heading=h.aol3nu88ptfl
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Twitter Amplify Pre-RollAdaptive
16:9 recommended
1080p recommended
up to 3Any length (ads over 6 seconds will automatically be skippable)MOV preferred, MP4 Flash files not accepted29.97 FPS r 30 FPS. Higher is acceptable. If the available video has a lower frame rate don't try to "upsample" it.H264, Baseline, Main, or High profile with a 4:2:0 color space6,000 to 10,000k (recommended 6,000k) for 1080p. 5,000k - 8000k (recommended 5,000k) for 720p.To be input into the Twitter Amplify dashboard by the client themselves. Please follow any Twitter Amplify rules.N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
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Custom "Flexplay" Ad

- Minimum video size: 480x270
- Video Ratio: 16:9
Call to Action: Button copy: 13 Character Max Limit (white text / transparent background) Optional Creative: copy for description: 60 Character Max Limit (white default)
Max video file size: 6MB115 sec recommended*, 30 seconds max. MP4 ONLYMinimum= 24 FPS
Maximum= 30 FPS
Use source when possible
Apple Pro Res 422
Apple Pro Res 422 HQ    
H.264 (a data rate of 15 mbits/sec or higher)
600+ Kbps at constant rate1st party MP4 file and 1x1 trackers (or destination URL). If sending DoubleClick 1x1's, please ensure they are "tracking ad tags". (Tracking Tags: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackimp/) Optional Copy: CTA for description: 60 Character Max Limitnot at this timeN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/ANONELet customers engage with your videos, not just watch them like most other instant play formats. Flexplay promises increased brand engagement, as it transforms your existing video assets into an interactive format that is actually fun to play with. And unlike other outstream video formats that disrupt the reader’s experience by pushing page content down, Flexplay respects the user experience and will never sour your brand message.

Flexplay features our “position aware” technology that lets users animate your video frame-by-frame as they scroll up and down the page. When in view, the Flexplay video instantly autoplays without sound. If a user clicks the video, the player expands to full screen with sound. This is a great high-impact alternative to traditional pre roll.
Standard 1x1's. Tracks Start/End/Quartiles3 Business Days to QA and TrafficN/A
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Vertical Canvas UnitVCU (Standard --video only)
Vertical - Client assets required
1) Vertical video (1080x1920) -- 15s max

Horizontal - Client assets required
1) Horizontal video (1920x1080) -- 15s max
2) High res Logo (.EPS) file
3) High res Font file (.tiff and .woff)
4) Hi-res text images of tagline and/or call-to-action [.png]
-- Dimensions: 130x40px (@2x)
5) 1-2 product images only [no text] -.jpg and .png files
-- Dimensions: 500x600px [@2x)

VCU (Interactive)
Client assets required
1) Vertical video (1080x1920) .mp4 file (15s max) or horizontal video (1920x1080) .mp4 file (15s max) — REQUIRED
2) 4-6 Product images [no text] -.jpg and .png files
-- Dimensions: 500x600px [@2x)
3) High Res logo (.EPS) file
4) High Res Font (.tiff and .woff) file
5) Hi-res text images of tagline and/or call-to-action [.png]
-- Dimensions: 130x40px (@2x)

PSD Template & PDF Guide: HERE
Ad size: Minimum video size: 320x460
Video Ratio: 9x16
Optional: additional product features to showcase in interactive forma

Max video file size: 6MB
1Advertiser and Publisher Combination6s or 15sMP4 ONLYN/AMinimum= 24 FPS
Maximum= 30 FPS
Use source when possible
Apple Pro Res 422
Apple Pro Res 422 HQ    
H.264 (a data rate of 15 mbits/sec or higher)
600+ Kbps at constant rate1st party MP4 file and 1x1 trackers (or destination URL). If sending DoubleClick 1x1's, please ensure they are "tracking ad tags". (Tracking Tags: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackimp/) not at this time9:16N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AAudio must start on mute and be user initiated.

~ All audio will conform to dial norm specs: -24 lkfs
~ Standard format is stereo on channels 1&2 and Dolby 5.1 on 3-8.
All major Video Ad servering technologies (no vpaid)Combining the power of a high-impact video with an elegant scroll interaction and a user-friendly publisher placement, the Vertical Canvas enables brands to connect with users in a full-screen, interactive environment. The Canvas unit intuitively unveils video content alongside actionable, commerce-friendly features to drive traffic and/or to purchase. Standard 1x1s.3 Business Days to QA and Traffic
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Outstreamin-feed/in-article can run on any size larger than 256px in both dimensions (with the exception of 300x250 and 320x180)Max video size is 512MB, and Ad Manager will transcode into other sizes. If using VAST redirect, it is recomended to include a range of sizes and formats to better service different device/bandwidth types.up to 3Advertiser:15 second max for App
:15 or :30 seconds max for Desktop (*:15 sec recommended).
MOV preferred, MP4 Flash files and VPaid not acceptedN/AMinimum= 24 FPS
Maximum= 30 FPS
Use source when possible
Apple Pro Res 422
Apple Pro Res 422 HQ
H.264 (a data rate of 15 mbits/sec or higher)
600+ Kbps at constant rateVideo file with tracking tags or VAST redirect tags. VAST redirect tags MUST be HTML5 compatbile. Flash and VPaid are NOT accepted. If sending DoubleClick 1x1's, please ensure they are "tracking ad tags". (Tracking Tags: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackimp/)not at this time16:9640x480N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AAudio must start on mute and be user initiated.

~ All audio will conform to dial norm specs: -24 lkfs
~ Standard format is stereo on channels 1&2 and Dolby 5.1 on 3-8.
All major Video Ad servering technologies (no vpaid)15/30 second pre-roll video that runs before Bleacher Report Video.Standard 1x1s - Impression Tag,Click Tag or submit a VAST redirect tag.5 Business Days for QA and Traffic3rd parties using VAST 3 are accepted, however 3rd party exchanges or sources where fill rate isn't 100% aren't recommended for outstream with vast redirects.
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Apple News Video (Instream and Outstream)outstream and instream: 1920x1080 (16:9 aspect ratio)

For instream, also have options of:
vertical video: 1080x1920 (9:16 apect ratio)
square video: 1080x1080 (1:1 aspect ratio)
250 MB1Advertiser5 seconds minimum, 30 seconds maximummov, m4v and mp4N/AMinimum= 24 FPS
Maximum= 30 FPS
Use source when possible
video codec - H.264
audio codec - uncompressed
audio sample rate = 44.1 kHz (minimum)
600-800 kbps minimum1st party video file with 1x1 trackers
NO TRACKERS ALLOWED OUTSIDE FROM CLICKTHROUGH AND IMPRESSION (I.E. no audience verification)
not at this time16:9 for outstream and instream
instream can support 9:16 and 1:1
640x480N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AAudio must start on mute and be user initiated.


Only site served is allowed with 1x1s
For 1x1 tracking on site served video, can support most vendors:

Adjust
Adslot
AdsWizz
AppsFlyer
Apsalar
Barometric
BridgeTrack
DoubleClick
Flashtalking
GET IT Mobile
Kochava
Medialets
Mediaplex
Neustar
Phluant
S4M
Signal
Sizmek
TUNE

Apple News Video is 100% viewable (only records impressions when it is viewable)Standard 1x1s - Impression Tag,Click Tag5 Business Days for Traffic and Apple QA approval
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Additional Video InfoAd Server - DFP Video
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We can accept 1x1 pixels for tracking to report metrics on Start, 1st Quartile, Mid-Point , 3rd Quartile & Finish
VAST REDIRECTS ONLY
VAST redirects must support mobile HTML
*VPaid ads NOT accepted in B/R App
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Universally mandating HTML5 compatible VAST tags or file formats for all platforms
HTML5 compatible VAST tags or file formats accepted
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Creative Formats Accepted Per PlatformVIDEO END POINTS
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CREATIVE LENGTHBR O&O APPBR O&O WEBBR O& O VIYouTubeBR Live
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0 - 6 secondsNon - SkippableNon - SkippableNon - SkippableNon - SkippableNon - Skippable
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7 - 15 secondsNon - SkippableNon - SkippableNon - SkippableNon - Skippable / SkippableNon - Skippable
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*Needs to be enabled by Trey
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Desktop & Mobile
Pre-Roll, Mid-Roll, Post-Roll Video
(Non-Skippable)
Adaptive
16:9 recommended
1080p recommended

1280x720
1920x1080
Max video file size: 10MBup to 3Advertiser15 second max for non-skippable video (longer duration will require skips and VAST 3)


6 second also accepted, but limits inventory
H.264 (MP4) video file type must be included for each video creative (other formats such as WebM can be included but may not be used)
Flash files and VPaid not accepted
N/AMinimum= 24 FPS
Maximum= 30 FPS
Use source when possible
Apple Pro Res 422
Apple Pro Res 422 HQ    
H.264 (a data rate of 15 mbits/sec or higher)
Must contain at least one media file under 1000kbpsVideo file with tracking tags or VAST redirect tags. Only VAST 2.0 and 3.0 tags are currently supported. VAST redirect tags MUST be HTML5 Compatbile.
Flash and VPaid are NOT accepted.
f sending DoubleClick 1x1's, please ensure they are "tracking ad tags". (Tracking Tags: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackimp/)
VPAID tags are NOT accepted16:9 or 4:3 aspect ratios are acceptable. 720p or below is required, the optional inclusion of 1080p is recommended. (Examples of each are 16:9 - 854x480; 1280x720; 1920x1080 and 4:3 - 480x360; 720x540; 960x720) 480x360N/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
~ All audio will conform to dial norm specs: -24 lkfs
~ Standard format is stereo on channels 1&2 and Dolby 5.1 on 3-8.
Approved vendors link:
https://developers.google.com/third-party-ads/youtube-vendors
(No VPaid)
Official Bleacher Report YouTube channel video that runs before, during or after content. Standard 1x1s - Impression Tag, Click Tag or submit a VAST redirect tag (VAST 2.0 or 3.0 accepted).
o Nielsen: DAR (Audience Verification, Reach)
o comScore: vCE (Audience Verification, Reach)
o MOAT: Viewability
o DoubleVerify: Viewability and Brand safety
o IAS:Viewability and Brand safety
o Kantar: Brand Lift Insights by Millward Brown
o Research Now: ADimension Campaign Effectiveness (Brand Lift)
5 Business Days for QA and Traffic
VAST tag with the following within the tag: 1) Hi Rez MP4, 2) Low rez MP4

Only VAST 2.0 and 3.0 are accepted
VAST served video ads are not guaranteed to run on all mobile web browsers, game consoles or connected TV devices (most modern updated environments are supported) Must NOT have geo, browser or any other targeting on the third-party end
**VPaid not accepted for video
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YouTube
Desktop & Mobile
Pre-Roll, Mid-Roll, Post-Roll Video
(Skippable)
Adaptive
16:9 recommended
1080p recommended

1280x720
1920x1080
Max video file size: 10MBup to 3Advertiser:16 second minimum length; 6 minute maximum length (Ad plays for 5 seconds, at which point "skip ad" button appears)
H.264 (MP4) video file type must be included for each video creative (other formats such as WebM can be included but may not be used)
Flash files and VPaid not accepted
N/AMinimum= 24 FPS
Maximum= 30 FPS
Use source when possible
Apple Pro Res 422
Apple Pro Res 422 HQ    
H.264 (a data rate of 15 mbits/sec or higher)
Must contain at least one media file under 1000kbpsVideo file with tracking tags or VAST redirect tags. Only VAST 3.0 tags are allowed for skippable video ads (VAST 2.0 will not be accepted). VAST redirect tags MUST be HTML5 Compatbile.
Flash and VPaid are NOT accepted.
If sending DoubleClick 1x1's, please ensure they are "tracking ad tags". (Tracking Tags: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackimp/)
VPAID tags are NOT accepted16:9 or 4:3 aspect ratios are acceptable. 720p or below is required, the optional inclusion of 1080p is recommended. (Examples of each are 16:9 - 854x480; 1280x720; 1920x1080 and 4:3 - 480x360; 720x540; 960x720) 480x360N/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
~ All audio will conform to dial norm specs: -24 lkfs
~ Standard format is stereo on channels 1&2 and Dolby 5.1 on 3-8.
Approved vendors link:
https://developers.google.com/third-party-ads/youtube-vendors
(No VPaid)
Official Bleacher Report YouTube channel video that runs before, during or after content. Standard 1x1s - Impression Tag, Click Tag or submit a VAST redirect tag (VAST 2.0 or 3.0 accepted).
o Nielsen: DAR (Audience Verification, Reach)
o comScore: vCE (Audience Verification, Reach)
o MOAT: Viewability
o DoubleVerify: Viewability and Brand safety
o IAS:Viewability and Brand safety
o Kantar: Brand Lift Insights by Millward Brown
o Research Now: ADimension Campaign Effectiveness (Brand Lift)
5 Business Days for QA and Traffic
VAST tag with the following within the tag: 1) Hi Rez MP4, 2) Low rez MP4

Only VAST 3.0 is accepted for skippable video
VAST served video ads are not guaranteed to run on all mobile web browsers, game consoles or connected TV devices (most modern updated environments are supported) Must NOT have geo, browser or any other targeting on the third-party end
**VPaid not accepted for video
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YouTube Companion BannersAd SizeFile SizeMax creative rotationsWho creates?AnimationAction Sript (AS)LoopingFrame RateFlash VersionVideoDelivery MethodRich Media AcceptedVideo BitrateExpandable Panel DimensionsExpansion DirectionExpansion PolicyHot SpotZ-IndexClose Button PolicySound & Length Policy3rd Party Vendors AcceptedDescriptionLead TimeAdditional Tracking
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YouTube
Optional 300x60 Companion Banner (ROS)
300x60 BannerMax file size: 150KB
.GIF, .PNG, .JPG only
up to 3AdvertiserN/ADFP is fully compatible with ActionScript 3.03 loops maxMinimum= 24 FPS
Maximum= 30 FPS
Flash Not AcceptedN/AGIF, JPEG, PNG only. 1x1 tracking pixel and click tag from an approved 3p vendor.
If sending DoubleClick 1x1's, please ensure they are "tracking ad tags". (Tracking Tags: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackimp/)
No Rich Media AllowedN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AApproved vendors link:
https://developers.google.com/third-party-ads/youtube-vendors
Optional 300x60 Companion Banner for ROS video3 Business Days to QA and Traffico Nielsen: DAR (Audience Verification, Reach)
o comScore: vCE (Audience Verification, Reach)
o MOAT: Viewability
o DoubleVerify: Viewability and Brand safety
o IAS:Viewability and Brand safety
o Kantar: Brand Lift Insights by Millward Brown
o Research Now: ADimension Campaign Effectiveness (Brand Lift)
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YouTube
In-Video Overlay Banner
(Sponsorships Only)
480x70 In-Video OverlayMax file size: 150KB
.GIF, .PNG, .JPG only
up to 3AdvertiserN/ADFP is fully compatible with ActionScript 3.0N/AMinimum= 24 FPS
Maximum= 30 FPS
Flash Not AcceptedN/AStatic GIF, JPEG, PNG only. 1x1 tracking pixel and click tag from an approved 3p vendor.
If sending DoubleClick 1x1's, please ensure they are "tracking ad tags". (Tracking Tags: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackimp/)
No Rich Media AllowedN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AMust be site served. YouTube In-video overlay ads are 480x70 image ads that appear overlaid on the bottom of the YouTube video player on the YouTube watch pages.
The overlay ad appears when user initiates video play.
3 Business Days to QA and Traffico Nielsen: DAR (Audience Verification, Reach)
o comScore: vCE (Audience Verification, Reach)
o MOAT: Viewability
o DoubleVerify: Viewability and Brand safety
o IAS:Viewability and Brand safety
o Kantar: Brand Lift Insights by Millward Brown
o Research Now: ADimension Campaign Effectiveness (Brand Lift)
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YouTube
Optional 300x250 Companion Banner
(Sponsorships Only)
300x250 BannerMax file size: 150KB
.GIF, .PNG, .JPG only
up to 3AdvertiserN/ADFP is fully compatible with ActionScript 3.03 loops maxMinimum= 24 FPS
Maximum= 30 FPS
Flash Not AcceptedN/AGIF, JPEG, PNG only. 1x1 tracking pixel and click tag from an approved 3p vendor.
If sending DoubleClick 1x1's, please ensure they are "tracking ad tags". (Tracking Tags: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackimp/)
No Rich Media AllowedN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AApproved vendors link:
https://developers.google.com/third-party-ads/youtube-vendors
Optional 300x250 Companion Banner for Sponsorship video3 Business Days to QA and Traffico Nielsen: DAR (Audience Verification, Reach)
o comScore: vCE (Audience Verification, Reach)
o MOAT: Viewability
o DoubleVerify: Viewability and Brand safety
o IAS:Viewability and Brand safety
o Kantar: Brand Lift Insights by Millward Brown
o Research Now: ADimension Campaign Effectiveness (Brand Lift)
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Mobile/Tablet PlacementsAd SizeFile SizeMax creative rotationsWho creates?AnimationAction Sript (AS)LoopingDevicesFlash VersionVideoDelivery MethodRich Media AcceptedVideo BitrateExpandable Panel DimensionsExpansion DirectionExpansion PolicyHot SpotZ-IndexClose Button PolicySound & Length Policy3rd Party Vendors AcceptedNotes / DescriptionServer Produced Targeting AttributesLead Time
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300x100300x100Initial load GIF/JPEG/HTML5 = 200k | Polite Load = 2.2MB (no streaming video)up to 3AdvertiserAnimation time for all loops combined cannot exceed :30 seconds.  Also, ads may not employ persistent rapid/strobing animation of any graphic, copy, or background element(s).3 loopsiOS and AndroidNot AcceptedN/AIF USING DFA - INTERNAL REDIRECT TAGS ARE REQUIRED

GIF/JPEG/HTML5 or Third Party Ad Tags (i.e. Atlas, DFA)GIF/JPEG/HTML5 or Third Party Ad Tags (i.e. Atlas, DFA)

If sending DoubleClick 1x1's, please ensure they are "tracking ad tags". (Tracking Tags: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackimp/)
Yes, Turner approved IAB vendors are acceptedN/A
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Mobile Accordion Unit1280x1000 (Runs only in-app)

PSD Template & PDF Guide: HERE
200kb1N/AiOS and AndroidNot AcceptedN/AGIF, JPEG, 1x1 pixel and click tag. If sending DoubleClick 1x1's, please ensure they are "tracking ad tags". (Tracking Tags: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackimp/)N/AN/AN/AN/ANoStatic Banner that unfolds as the user scrolls down in the B/R App
Operating System (iOS, Android)
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B/R Mobile Extension
(Apple News, FaceBook IA and Amp)
300x250200K File Size
(tags must be in JavaScript format)
up to 3Advertiserup to 30 seconds maxiOS and AndroidNot acceptedN/AJavaScript 3rd party tag format only (no iFrames) or gif/jpg, 1x1 tracking pixel and click tag.
Apple News must use one of the approved 3p vendors listed.
If sending DoubleClick 1x1's, please ensure they are "tracking ad tags". (Tracking Tags: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackimp/)
N/AN/AN/AN/AYes, see below for Apple News Apple News must use one of these approved vendors:
Adjust, GET IT Mobile, Adslot, Kochava, AdsWizz, Medialets,
AppsFlyer, Mediaplex, Apsalar, Neustar (formerly Aggregate
Knowledge), Barometric, Phluant, BridgeTrack, S4M, Cobalt
(impression tracking only), Signal (formerly BrightTag),
DataXu (impression tracking only), Sizmek, DoubleClick,
Trueffect (impression tracking only), Flashtalking, TUNE
Javascript or stanbdard banners only (gif/jpg).
iFrames are not accepted.
Viewability and/or Javascript analytics packages are not allowed.
Apple News has a 2-3 day turnaround for ad approvals
Carrier
Manufacturer Device and Type
Operating System (iOS, Android) and OS Version Types
Bandwidth
GeoTargeting (City, State, DMA, Country, Zip)
5 Business Days to QA and Traffic
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Apple News Display BannersBanner size options (all sizes are retina sizes that scale down based on user's device):

Mobile sizes
Standard Banner: 1242x166
Double Banner: 1242x332
Large Banner: 1242x699
Medium Rectangle: 900x750
Interstitial: 1242x2208 (portrait), 2208x1242 (landscape)
IAB 300x250: 300x250
IAB 728x90: 728x90

iPad/Mac Sizes
Standard Banner - 1536x132
Double Banner: 1536x264
Large Banner: 1536x864
Medium Rectangle: 900x750
Interstitial: 1536x2048 (portrait and landscape)
IAB 300x250: 300x250
IAB 728x90: 728x90
200KBup to 3Advertiserup to 15 seconds maxN/AN/AiOSNot acceptedN/AGif/jpg, 1x1 tracking pixel and click tag

Apple News must use one of the approved 3p vendors listed.
If sending DoubleClick 1x1's, please ensure they are "tracking ad tags". (Tracking Tags: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackimp/)
Supported Features:
• HTML5 JS/ CSS Animation
• Tap - activates a control or selects an item
• Flick - scrolls or pans quickly
• Drag - move an element from side to side or drag an element across the display banner’s interaction space
N/AN/AN/AN/AAll Banners should have 20px border on all sides that isn't intended to be interacted with. The "content safe area" needs a 20px border where there wouldn't be interaction to account for different device sizes.N/AN/AN/A3P Tags ONLY allowed if creative has Apple approved animation. If creative is an image, creative should be site served with 1x1.

3P Banner vendors:
Bonzai
Dianomi
Google Campaign Manager
Celtra
Polar
ResponsiveAds

For 1x1 tracking on site served video, can support most vendors:

Adjust
Adslot
AdsWizz
AppsFlyer
Apsalar
Barometric
BridgeTrack
DoubleClick
Flashtalking
GET IT Mobile
Kochava
Medialets
Mediaplex
Neustar
Phluant
S4M
Signal
Sizmek
TUNE
The following gestures are supported on all display banner formats:
Tap - Activates a control or selects an item
Flick - Scrolls or pans quickly
Drag - Move an element from side to side or drag an element across the display banner’s interaction space

Unsupported Features
To optimize user experience as well as ensure security and privacy, the following device features are blocked by Apple News Ad SDK.
• Accelerometer
• Gyroscope
• In-banner forms
• Tap to SMS/ Call/ Email
• Camera access
• Device location

Manufacturer Device and Type
Bandwidth
GeoTargeting (City, State, DMA, Country, Zip)
Age
Audience (followers, subscribers)
5 Business Days for Traffic and Apple QA approval
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SURVEY EXECUTIONSAd SizeFile SizeMax creative rotationsWho creates?AnimationAction Sript (AS)LoopingFPSFlash VersionVideoDelivery MethodRich Media AcceptedVideo BitrateExpandable Panel DimensionsExpansion DirectionExpansion PolicyHot SpotZ-IndexClose Button PolicySound & Length Policy3rd Party Vendors AcceptedACCECPTABLE RECRUITMENT METHODSUNACCEPTABLE RECRUITMENT METHODSLead Time
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Banners300x250 or 728x90s and mobile 320x50 or 300x25050KB1Survey company 15 secs maxDFP is fully compatible with ActionScript 3.03 loops18 FPSUp to Flash version 11N/AGIF/JPEG, Flash (up to Flash version 11) or Third Party Ad Tags - Javascript or Iframe tagsYesn/aNo Expandable CreativesNo Expandable CreativesNo Expandable Creativesn/a728x90 = 401K or higher
300x250 = 399K or less
N/AN/AAll approved Survey companys - Vizo, Comscore, Dimestore etc.In-banner survey or Tile method (client's banner runs for 3 seconds, then survey banner rotates in, then client's banner rotates back)Pop-Ups or Floating (Inline) Methods3 Business Days to QA and Traffic
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Flash File deliverables & Guidelines for DART for Publishers:
All locally served Flash ads need to have a clicktag encoded rather than a hard coded click-thru command. The following code needs to be manually added to the .SWF file before the Ad is sent to Bleacherreport.com. Code must be added to a button on the outside layer (NOT a movie clip):
on(release) {
getURL(clickTAG,""_blank"");
}

SITE SERVED FLASH ADS: Ads created in CS3 must use AS2 or AS1. A flash (swf) file made with ActionScript 3 is not recommended because Adobe has not yet set a standard for how to code buttons in ActionScript 3, so ActionScript 3 clickTAGs are not guaranteed to work in every situation.
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**Please ensure that all 3rd party tags and 1x1 tracking pixels are sent over in secure SSL format
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HTML5 Guidelines:
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HTML5 compressed (.zip) file allowance includes all assets contained within an ad package, which would be displayed upon loading.
Duplicate assets for high resolution displays are considered one asset in the ad package, contributing respectively to the overall file size.Includes HTML, images, CSS, JavaScript, font files, media and any other files which contribute to the ad display, zipped.
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The vendor should verify all items below before turning the creative over to the Turner Ad Operations team:
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1.  Open the file locally and confirm that all animations work as expected and confirm that there are no console errors in Chrome Safari and Firefox
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2. Confirm the click-through works as expected in Chrome Safari and Firefox
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3. Make sure the click-through is in the correct format. Use the onclick event inside the href tag (to fix issues with the creative blanking out after clicking in Firefox):
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1. Click-through URL must use the onclick event or the creative will break after after clicking on the ad in Firefox.
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An MPAA rating is required for all display banners/video ads for movies and TV Series.
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