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Paid advertising

YouTube Ads

YouTube advertising uses video to create demand, explain value and support conversion — from in-stream to Shorts — measured against real business outcomes.

YouTube sits between brand and performance. We match format to objective (skippable in-stream, in-feed, Shorts, or action campaigns), build audiences from intent and your own data, and connect it to conversion tracking so video isn't measured on views alone.

Scope of work

What's included

01

Objective & format plan

Which YouTube campaign types and placements fit awareness, consideration and action goals.

02

Audience strategy

In-market, custom, remarketing and first-party audiences with exclusions.

03

Creative framework

Hook, narrative and CTA structure, plus versioning for different lengths and placements.

04

Campaign build

Video action campaigns and upper-funnel campaigns with correct bidding.

05

Measurement

Conversion tracking, brand-lift where relevant and view-through analysis.

06

Optimisation

Placement exclusions, audience refinement and creative iteration.

Process

How the engagement runs

  1. 01

    Plan

    We define objectives, formats, audiences and the creative brief.

  2. 02

    Build

    We build campaigns, configure tracking and set exclusions.

  3. 03

    Launch & refine

    We manage placements, audiences and bids as delivery stabilises.

  4. 04

    Scale

    We expand budget and audiences against proven cost per action.

What you receive

  • YouTube campaign build
  • Audience and exclusion strategy
  • Creative brief and versioning plan
  • Conversion tracking configuration
  • Monthly performance report

Best suited to

  • Considered purchases that benefit from explanation
  • Brands with — or able to create — video assets
  • Companies wanting to generate demand, not just capture it

FAQ

YouTube Ads: common questions

01

Do we need a big production budget?

No. Clear, well-structured video often beats high production value. We can work with existing footage or a lean shoot.

02

How do you measure YouTube if conversions lag?

We combine direct conversions, view-through data, and the impact on branded search and overall CAC to judge contribution.

03

Can YouTube drive direct response?

Yes — Video action campaigns are built for it. Upper-funnel formats support it by lowering downstream acquisition cost.

04

Shorts or in-stream?

Both have a role. We test placements and let performance and objective guide the mix.

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