DigitalMarketer Podcast

Episode 257: The Algorithms are Weak! Now What? Video Ads Best Practices with Matt Johnston and Mandy McEwen

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If you’re not using video ads, you’re missing out. Simple as that.

On today’s episode, host Mandy McEwen sits down with Matt Johnston, the CEO & Founder of Guide Social, to talk about building a video ads strategy and why algorithms seem to favor video ads more than other types of ads.

Ever found yourself struggling to get a jingle out of your head? That’s the power of video advertising. Gone are the days when ads were all about static News Feed images. Today’s buyer is more interested in ads that contain movement and sound – both of which are found in video ads.

There has never been a better time than now to experiment with video advertising. Tune in to discover how the video ad landscape is changing, the latest trends, and how to create visuals that improve reach and engagement.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:

  • Why you need video in your advertising strategy
  • The current landscape of video advertising
  • Understand that video is the fastest route to a conversion
  • What a great video ad looks like
  • How to create video ads for all the major social media platforms
  • Ad testing: conversions per impression
  • Tips on how to create great video ads on a budget
  • Why video ads are the future of digital advertising

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