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Case Study

Old Trapper Scales Social Engagement with Story-Driven Content

Old Trapper

With a strong product and loyal fan base, Old Trapper set out to elevate its social media presence and connect with new audiences through its iconic frontier-inspired brand.

Industry: Packaged Foods / Consumer Goods

Location: United States

Project Scope: Brand strategy, organic and paid social media, influencer content, storytelling

Solution Provided: Developed a unified social strategy centered around the Old Trapper persona—featuring live-action storytelling, targeted paid media, and a content engine that energized brand engagement.

The Challenge

Old Trapper was well-known in the jerky category, but their social platforms didn’t reflect the full strength of the brand’s character or connect meaningfully with broader audiences. They needed to boost engagement and grow their following without losing their unique voice.

The Solution

  • Character-Led Strategy: The brand story was reimagined through the lens of the Old Trapper himself—building campaigns around his grit, authenticity, and presence.
  • Visual Storytelling & Paid Media: Photo and video content brought the character to life, while paid social campaigns were launched across Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube, targeting national and top-performing regional markets.
  • Brand Consistency Across Channels: Every touchpoint emphasized a unified message and look, helping audiences quickly connect Old Trapper's identity to their lifestyle.

The Results

Old Trapper’s social presence was revitalized with measurable and meaningful growth:

  • 2,113% increase in social followers in one year (7,204 new fans)

  • 1,400% rise in engagement across channels

  • Clear brand voice established and embraced by an expanded audience

  • Set a new benchmark for social storytelling in the snack industry

The campaign proved that even established consumer brands can find new life through character-driven storytelling and digital focus.

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