Instagram Stories might be the most captivating feature in the history of social media. Since the introduction of Stories, in 2016, Instagram engagement by its billion users has ballooned to an average of 30 minutes per day. “Those under the age of 25 spend more than 32 minutes a day on Instagram, on average, while those age 25 and older spend more than 24 minutes a day,” Instagram wrote in an anniversary press release. People spend so much time on Instagram …
Author: Anton Eliasson
Instagram Live is just one of the many ways that Instagram has taken the full plunge into live and long-form video on its platform. With Instagram users steadily increasing, marketers can’t afford to ignore any new options that the platform comes out with. Instagram Live content is now officially on the menu in addition to other eye-catching visuals on the platform, like video ads and stories. But if you’re thinking sure, I’ve done some live streams on YouTube and Facebook, …
Have you ever seen an ad for a fitness app or meal plan kit and thought “I have to try that?” Maybe it makes sense for your lifestyle or speaks to a hidden desire you have. Fitness ads are most effective when they speak to aspects of identity. And brands do that in two ways. The Identity Matrix: aspirational vs. relatable content Social media has made healthy living more accessible than ever before. Now, whenever you log into Facebook, YouTube, …
The musical theme to Jaws has become synonymous with dread, the slow build to a terrifying moment. Its few bars bring the shark to life instantly. As soon as you recognize it, it’s already too late. Background music is a shortcut to emotions. It expresses feelings before we’re even consciously aware of them. In a talk given to neuroscientists, composer Joel Douek put it this way: “Unlike eyes, ears can detect phenomena in any direction without having to be focused …
Style is personal, and Facebook fashion ads are starting to reflect that. The savviest fashion marketers on Facebook have zeroed in on their audiences, tailoring content to a sense of personal style. You, too, can design videos that resonate with your customers’ unique tastes. Here, we’ve curated some of the best recent fashion ads to inspire your next video campaign. Wander Beauty makes its audience feel seen A makeup company that shows faces is kind of a no-brainer, since focusing …