How to Boost Your Meta Ad Performance Using AI
Meta’s latest AI ad tools are proving effective for many advertisers, especially as the holiday season approaches. If you create ads, leveraging these tools can help you produce more engaging content and reach the right audience with less manual effort.
Use AI to Test and Optimize Creatives
Meta recommends uploading multiple creative variations with different themes and messages. Its AI then tests and optimizes these at scale, something hard to do manually. For smaller teams, generative AI tools can expand creative options, including video content, without needing extensive resources.
Tap Into AI Video Generation
Nearly 2 million advertisers now use Meta’s AI video generation features. Small and medium businesses especially benefit from image animation tools. This allows you to create video ads even if you don’t have dedicated video assets, helping your brand stand out and match current user engagement trends.
Explore Meta’s AI Creative Tools
- Generate images from text
- Create videos from text or images
- Add backgrounds to product images
- Automate ad copy creation
For example, Ben and Jerry’s improved link clicks by 7% and reduced costs by 6.5% using Meta’s AI background generation for product images.
Focus on Video and Reels
Video consumption on Facebook and Instagram has grown over 20% year-over-year, with Reels driving much of that growth. Meta’s AI makes sure users see content that interests them, increasing engagement.
A survey found 79% of Meta users purchased something after watching Reels, showing how effective this format can be for conversions. To maximize Reels' impact:
- Partner with creators skilled in relatable, entertaining content
- Mix creator videos with your ongoing campaigns to lower acquisition costs and increase brand lift
- Use Meta’s Creator Marketplace to find suitable creators
Technical Tips for Reels Ads
- Use vertical 9:16 video format with audio for better performance
- Keep key messages within the safe zone to avoid being hidden by the interface
Ads with 9:16 videos and audio have shown 34.5% lower cost per acquisition compared to image ads on Reels.
Leverage Value Optimization and Value Rules
Meta’s Value Optimization uses AI to predict the return on ad spend (ROAS) for different viewers, letting you bid smarter on high-value customers. Value Rules let you target people based on specific behaviors and demographics, making your campaigns more precise.
These tools help you focus your budget on users most likely to deliver the results you want, increasing efficiency.
Final Thoughts
For creatives managing ads, integrating Meta’s AI tools can significantly improve campaign outcomes while saving time. From generating diverse creatives to smart targeting and video ads, these features offer practical ways to refine your approach and drive better performance.
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