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Advertise on STV: Reach Scotland’s Most Engaged AUdiences

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When you advertise on STV, you're connecting with Scotland's most trusted television network and accessing audiences that other channels simply can't deliver. As Scotland's main commercial broadcaster, STV offers unparalleled reach across the country, making it the perfect platform for businesses looking to make a real impact in the Scottish market.

Why Choose STV for Your Advertising Campaign?

STV remains Scotland's most-watched commercial channel, consistently delivering high-quality programming that resonates with Scottish viewers. When you decide to advertise on STV, you're not just buying airtime – you're investing in a platform that understands Scottish culture, values, and viewing habits like no other broadcaster. And audiences know it well- the channel is as much part of life in Scotland as, well, the weather!

The channel's mix of popular dramas, local news, and entertainment programming creates the perfect environment for your brand message. Whether you're launching a new product or building brand awareness, choosing to advertise on STV ensures your message reaches engaged, attentive audiences during premium viewing moments.

MEET YOUR STV AUDIENCE

A man eating dinner at a table with a glass of red wine, a woman watching television in a modern kitchen, and a large TV displaying a weather forecast.

Suburban Pros + Family

  • Dual-income household, comfortable lifestyle

  • Modern home environment with aspirations for continuous improvement

  • Brand-conscious, planning-oriented consumers

  • Premium appliance and home service market

Two women sitting on a beige sofa inside a living room, holding glasses of red wine, watching TV or a screen, with a window showing a scenic view in the background.

Social Mid-life Females

  • Reasonable disposable income for social activities and treats

  • Value-conscious shoppers, brand loyal

  • Traditional media consumers, Scottish commercial radio, print + TV regulars

  • Responsive to lifestyle and leisure advertising

An elderly woman with white hair sitting on a floral-patterned sofa in a cozy living room, holding a teacup, with a newspaper on her lap, and smiling. There are warm lamps and framed photographs in the background.

Golden Oldies

  • Daytime viewing audience, routine-habitual STV switch on

  • Practical purchasing decisions, trusted brands

  • Traditional values, local community focus

  • Healthcare, home comfort, and convenience market

Find out if advertising on STV is right for your brand with a free, 15min consultation with one of our team. We will get an idea of your brand position and your current consumer profile and help you find the right campaign to fit.

REGIONAL OR NATIONAL?

Understand the map! There are options to target the whole of Scotland (with some modifications to the Scottish borders area) or to build your campaign regionally. Make sure you look at the areas carefully- we can help you work out if the campaign will deliver your message to your potential customers and if that will give you a balanced campaign spend.

Map of Scotland divided into STV advertising regions with different colours.
A chart showing the distribution of populations and percentages for different STV advertising regions: Aberdeen, Dundee, West, and East, with Aberdeen having 0.6m (17%), Dundee 0.32m (9%), West 2.02 m (50%), and East 0.9m (24%).

Despite the geographic considerations, many businesses find great success when they advertise on STV. The key is understanding your audience, crafting compelling creative content, and setting realistic expectations about geographic reach versus relevance.

STV's strength lies in delivering engaged, loyal audiences who trust the channel and pay attention to its programming. This creates an environment where well-crafted advertisements can achieve significant impact and drive measurable results for the right businesses targeting the right demographics.

Ready to explore how STV advertising could work for your business? Consider consulting with media planning professionals who can help you evaluate whether STV's audience profile and geographic coverage align with your marketing objectives and budget requirements.

SEE SOME OF OUR STV ADS

If you’re looking to advertise on STV then creative Ads from Elementary Spark help your brand stand out! We can handle live action, animation or somewhere in between. We can deliver fast with full clearance for STV Advertising. Checkout some of our work.

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