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PacSun x Cuker Agency Case Study

PacSun partnered with Cuker to expand its digital presence and connect with a new generation of consumers through culture and music. As the brand looked to grow beyond its core surf and skate roots, PacSun needed a strategy to strengthen engagement with its youth audience while expanding its reach through music, events, and culture-driven campaigns.

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An Inside Look

The Goal

The goal of the partnership was to strengthen PacSun’s connection with its audience while expanding brand visibility through music-driven storytelling.

PacSun set out to create a digital destination where fashion, music, and lifestyle intersected - giving fans a new way to interact with the brand both online and at live events.

The initiative also aimed to increase social engagement and bridge in-store and event activations with PacSun’s digital platforms.

1,000s

of Impressions

The Approach

Cuker developed a digital campaign centered on music discovery and artist engagement. The initiative combined curated content, social sharing, and event integrations to bring PacSun’s cultural positioning to life.

At the center of the campaign was a dedicated music platform featuring playlists, artist content, editorial coverage, and behind-the-scenes videos highlighting emerging musicians.

To encourage discovery and sharing, the platform included a streaming music player and social sharing tools that allowed fans to explore and share playlists across their networks.

Cuker also partnered with Bandsintown to integrate localized concert listings, enabling visitors to discover upcoming shows in their area and connect directly with artists performing nearby.

The campaign extended into live activations through an interactive iPad experience at the U.S. Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach, where visitors could watch videos, browse playlists, download songs, and share content in real time.

Together, these initiatives connected PacSun’s digital platforms with real-world cultural moments, creating a cohesive brand experience across channels.

Digital Success

The activation generated strong engagement during the five-day U.S. Open of Surfing event. Thousands of interactions occurred within the experience, with several hundred visitors scanning QR codes to like the brand and download playlists, resulting in an impressive 8% conversion rate.

Beyond the engagement metrics, the activation amplified PacSun’s presence at the U.S. Open of Surfing, an event deeply tied to the brand’s lifestyle roots. By combining music, technology, and live experiences, Cuker helped generate buzz and strengthen PacSun’s connection with fans both on-site and online.

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