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Videos Wanted: Newegg.com Challenges Fans to Show Their Love in a 30-Second Advertising Spot

Wed Apr 9, 2008 9:17am EDT
  CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA, Apr 09 (MARKET WIRE) -- 
 Newegg.com, the second largest online-only retailer in the United States, is
looking for the next directing star. Newegg's first-ever video contest
challenges loyal customers to create their own newegg.com commercial
highlighting what they like about shopping at the online technology
superstore. Prizes include an LCD television, high-end desktop memory, audio
systems,
and more; best of all, the grand prize winner gets the chance to see their work
aired on local cable television.

    "Our customer base is passionate about Newegg," said Bernard Luthi, vice
president of merchandising, Newegg. "The contest is our way of
spotlightingour customers' hidden talents, while telling the story of Newegg's
customerexperience through their perspective."

    The online retailer is known for its outstanding customer focus --
exceptional service, fast shipping, competitive prices, and large product
selection. Newegg officials are hoping the commercials will encourage
loyaltechnology and video enthusiasts to share what draws them to the site and
showcase their diverse talents. It also aims at expanding the company's online
community.

    The competition, which runs through April 25, will be judged by Newegg
employees
based on originality, creativity, appeal, and how well it addresses the
customer experience. As a reward for the fans' hard work, Newegg offers great
prizes for the top 20 commercials. The grand prize winner will receive a
Westinghouse 37" LCD television and the chance to see their commercial aired
on cable television.

    Videos can be submitted by visiting
http://promotions.newegg.com/videocontest/index.html. They must be 30 to
60seconds in length, a maximum file size of 100MB in .wmv, .avi, .mpg, or
.mpeg format.

    About Newegg

    Newegg.com is the second-largest online-only retailer in the United
States,attracting more than 8.7 million registered users and earning
industry-leading
customer service ratings. Founded in 2001, Newegg Inc. attained approximately
$1.9 billion in revenue in 2007. At its award-winning Web site,
www.newegg.com, shoppers can compare a comprehensive selection of the
latest high-tech products, view detailed descriptions, pictures, how-to
information and customers reviews, and interact with members of the
technology enthusiast community. Newegg.com is headquartered in City of
Industry, Calif. For more information, visit www.newegg.com.

    

Contact:

Manny Otiko
WunderMarx | PR
+1 714-862-1112
Email Contact

Lora Ivanova
Newegg.com
PR Manager
Email Contact

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