PRNewser UnBeige LostRemote GalleyCat AdsoftheWorld BrandsoftheWorld more TVNewser TVSpy AppNewser 10,000 Words FishbowlNY FishbowlLA FishbowlDC MediaJobsDaily SocialTimes AllFacebook AllTwitter semanticweb.com

Ha: Looks Like Thompson Reuters Used Bloomberg Screens in This Ad

bloombergconfig_picnik.jpg

“When you can spot a trend in the market while it’s still a blip, you have knowledge to act,” reads a print ad for Thompson Reuters, a news organization which counts as a competitor Bloomberg. An astute tipster noticed that the screen on the top right of the ad is actually displaying what appears to be Bloomberg content. Yeah, it’s pretty blurred, but the black, white and orange are &#151 according to the tip &#151 exactly like Bloomberg’s.

Not only that, but apparently the four-screen set up is something the company is known for as well, so there’s that. You know how these things go &#151 some designer is told to find an image and the client is too busy to really pay attention to the details. And then, WHAM! you’re promoting your biggest opponent without even realizing it. Then again, who’d even notice? Sorry for saying, tipster, you’re much too astute.

More:No One Knows Who Made the Funny EL AL Ad

Mediabistro Event

Save with our Early Bird Rates

Job Search IntensiveSave $60 on ourĀ Job Search Intensive, an interactive online event starting June 11, 2013. Find the direction you need for your job search. Each week, we’ll feature career experts, recruiters, and HR professionals who will discuss how to get noticed by recruiters, interviewing tips, and how to create a stellar resume. Sign up soon while our early rates last. Register now.