YouTube Shorts Ads Are a New Opportunity for Marketers

Spin Creative • July 17, 2023

YouTube Shorts recently announced that it will now accept ads and with that comes a huge opportunity for brands and marketers to access new audiences, generate more leads, sales and improve brand recognition. 

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As YouTube Shorts offers both short-form and long-form content, it has positioned itself as a go-to platform for brands who are looking to reach out to audiences in different ways. Read on to learn how brands can use YouTube Shorts ads to their advantage and create a stronger connection with their viewers.


Create a funnel for long-form content


YouTube Shorts can serve as a funnel for long-form content. Unlike platforms like TikTok and Snapchat, YouTube Shorts is dedicated to both long and short-form content. For creators, this provides an efficient way to reach a new audience who may become regular viewers of their longer content. By creating interesting and engaging Shorts, creators can attract viewers to their channel and grow their audience. This gives brands and marketers the best of both worlds by offering an opportunity to extend their reach beyond the Shorts.


Expand your reach


If you normally create long-form content related to your product or industry and your audiences are engaged, you can use Shorts to make quick tutorials or step-by-step videos related to those topics. This could include behind-the-scenes footage, sneak previews, or short nuggets of information that your audience will find valuable. By offering condensed versions of longer content, you can expand your audience and improve brand recognition.


Reach new audiences


YouTube Shorts offer brands and marketers the opportunity to reach new audiences that they may not have connected with on other platforms. While YouTube is popular with young adults, it attracts people of all ages, countries, and niches. By using YouTube Shorts, brands can engage with audiences from a wider range of target audiences. Shorts are highly targeted, allowing businesses to reach a specific audience with their message. This means you can engage with a broader group of viewers and capture their interests with concise and visually appealing videos.


Create a stronger connection with viewers


Regularly uploading interesting Shorts can help brands build stronger connections with their audience. When you create videos that offer value, your audience will be interested in what you have to say and are more likely to stay tuned to your channel. This creates brand recall and loyalty. By being consistent with your Shorts, delivering visually appealing and entertaining content, and incorporating your unique brand message, you can establish a connection with your audience that will keep them coming back for more.


Leverage the latest YouTube marketing feature—YouTube Shorts Ads!


In today's digital age, video marketing is an essential aspect of a brand's strategy. The introduction of YouTube Shorts ads provides marketers with an exciting opportunity to capture new audiences and improve engagement. Need help creating video ads that convert? Say hello to Spin Creative. We help brands navigate YouTube and other social platform with strategy, helping them get the most out of videos and connect with their target audience effectively.



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