The best social media ads go by in the blink of an eye. Video needs to load instantly on every device, and only fast video will keep people’s attention long enough to make a full pitch. That’s why social media videos are trending shorter and shorter. As this data from Facebook and Nielson shows, the highest impact is made in the first 10 seconds of viewing. Many brands have adapted rather quickly to this trend, and your business can, too. …
Author: Anton Eliasson
Anton Eliasson
Originally from the land of IKEA, meatballs and Zlatan Ibrahimovic, now residing in Seoul, South Korea. Shakr - Great Video Ads For Everyone
November is the most exciting time of the year for both online shoppers and sellers. Not only are people buying gifts for friends and family, but they’ve also saved up to treat themselves. Your business can attract new customers and unprecedented traffic with great Black Friday and Cyber Monday marketing. All it takes is the right ad creative to get people into your store. With Shakr video templates, you can create custom Facebook and Instagram ads in just a few …
In a mobile video, every pixel matters. Video dimensions can determine whether or not someone sees your video. Since screens are small, you need to take up all the real estate you can get. When you plan and shoot an original video, of course, you want to use the footage as much as possible. However, to get the best results, you need to optimize for the devices and platforms where your video will be viewed. This is the subject of …
We already know that Instagram Stories are a highly engaging video format. But the real value of Instagram Story ads isn’t in the video itself, but the connection you make with the person on the other end. Since Facebook’s ad manager lets you deliver your Stories to highly targeted audiences, you can create precise messaging that resonates with the individual. The best Stories ads build on that intimacy between audience and content creator. Crafting a targeted message will lead to …
When designing videos for mobile, audio can often seem like an afterthought. On social media, sounds enhance visuals, not the other way around. After all, there’s a strong chance your audience won’t hear your carefully chosen music or script. Huge portions of mobile audiences prefer to watch videos with the sound off. Since you want to please your audience, your videos should be viewable in total silence. So we’ve come up a rule to guide you as you dive into …