Ad Creative Variations

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name: ad-creative-variations
description: Generate mass ad copy variations, headlines, descriptions, and visual prompts for Meta/Google/TikTok Ads.
allowed-tools: Read, Glob, Grep
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# Ad Creative Variations

> Create 10-50+ ad variations quickly for A/B testing.

> If the `aak-ads` plugin is enabled, prefer its `/aak-ads:ads create` (and `ads-creative` / `ads-generate`) for paid-ad creative tied to a specific platform, brand profile, and account — it produces source-grounded, spec-compliant, format-adapted assets. Use this skill for fast, platform-agnostic copy variations when `aak-ads` is not enabled.

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## 🎯 What This Skill Does

| Capability | Description |
|------------|-------------|
| **Generate Headlines** | Multiple headline variations from one idea |
| **Write Ad Copy** | Body text for different platforms |
| **Create CTAs** | Call-to-action variations |
| **Visual Prompts** | Image/video descriptions for designers or AI |
| **Platform Adapt** | Adjust for Meta, Google, TikTok specs |

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## 1. Headline Formulas

### Power Headline Templates

| Formula | Example |
|---------|---------|
| **Number + Adjective + Noun + Promise** | "7 Simple Steps to Double Your Sales" |
| **How to + Desired Result** | "How to Get 100 Leads in 30 Days" |
| **The Secret to + Benefit** | "The Secret to Converting Cold Traffic" |
| **[X] vs [Y]: Which + Question** | "Facebook vs Google Ads: Which Converts Better?" |
| **Stop/Quit + Pain Point** | "Stop Wasting Money on Ads That Don't Work" |
| **The #1 + Claim** | "The #1 Tool Trusted by 10,000 Marketers" |

### Emotional Triggers

| Trigger | Example Headlines |
|---------|-------------------|
| **Fear** | "Don't Let Your Competitors Steal Your Customers" |
| **Curiosity** | "What Top Brands Know That You Don't" |
| **Urgency** | "Last Chance: 50% Off Ends Tonight" |
| **Exclusivity** | "For Serious Marketers Only" |
| **Social Proof** | "Join 50,000+ Happy Customers" |

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## 2. Platform Specifications

### Google Ads

| Element | Limit | Tips |
|---------|-------|------|
| **Headlines** | 30 chars each (15 max) | Include keywords |
| **Descriptions** | 90 chars each (4 max) | Benefits + CTA |
| **Display URL** | 15 chars each (2 paths) | Relevant keywords |

### Meta Ads (Facebook/Instagram)

| Element | Limit | Tips |
|---------|-------|------|
| **Primary text** | 125 chars (before "See More") | Hook first |
| **Headline** | 40 chars | Benefit-focused |
| **Description** | 30 chars | Supporting info |
| **Image/Video** | Various | 1:1, 4:5, 9:16 |

### TikTok Ads

| Element | Limit | Tips |
|---------|-------|------|
| **Caption** | 100 chars | Hook + CTA |
| **Video** | 9:16 ratio, 5-60s | First 2s crucial |
| **Text overlay** | Readable | Bold, centered |

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## 3. Ad Copy Frameworks

### PAS (Problem-Agitate-Solve)

```
Problem: Struggling to get leads from your website?
Agitate: Every day without leads costs you money
Solve: Our tool generates 3x more leads automatically

[CTA: Start Free Trial]
```

### AIDA (Attention-Interest-Desire-Action)

```
Attention: 🚀 3x Your Ad Performance
Interest: Smart AI that optimizes your ads 24/7
Desire: Join 10,000+ marketers saving 20 hours/week
Action: Try Free for 14 Days →
```

### Before-After-Bridge

```
Before: Spending hours on manual ad testing
After: Automated A/B testing that runs itself
Bridge: [Product] does the work while you sleep

[CTA: Get Started]
```

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## 4. Variation Generator

### From One Message, Create Many

**Core Message:** "Save time with marketing automation"

| Variation Type | Example |
|----------------|---------|
| **Question** | "Tired of manual marketing tasks?" |
| **Statistic** | "Save 20 hours per week with automation" |
| **Testimonial** | "'I got my weekends back!' - Sarah, CMO" |
| **Command** | "Automate your marketing today" |
| **Fear** | "Manual marketing is costing you customers" |
| **Curiosity** | "The automation secret top marketers use" |
| **Benefit** | "More time for strategy, less on repetitive tasks" |
| **Comparison** | "Manual vs Automated: Which wins?" |

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## 5. CTA Variations

### Action Verbs by Goal

| Goal | CTAs |
|------|------|
| **Sign up** | Start Free, Join Now, Get Access, Claim Your Spot |
| **Learn** | Learn More, See How, Discover, Watch Demo |
| **Buy** | Shop Now, Get Yours, Buy Today, Order Now |
| **Try** | Try Free, Test Drive, Start Trial, Experience |
| **Download** | Download Free, Get the Guide, Grab Your Copy |

### CTA Power Words

| Makes it... | Words |
|-------------|-------|
| **Urgent** | Now, Today, Limited, Last Chance |
| **Easy** | Simple, Quick, Instant, Easy |
| **Valuable** | Free, Bonus, Exclusive, Premium |
| **Safe** | Guaranteed, No Risk, Cancel Anytime |

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## 6. Visual Concept Prompts

### For Meta/Instagram Ads

| Concept | Prompt for Designer/AI |
|---------|------------------------|
| **Before/After** | Split image: chaotic desk (left) vs organized workspace (right), product in center |
| **Social Proof** | Grid of 4 happy customer photos with star ratings overlay |
| **Product Hero** | Product floating with soft shadow, gradient background, benefit text overlay |
| **Lifestyle** | Person using product in natural setting, candid style, bright lighting |
| **UGC Style** | Phone-held selfie video feel, casual, authentic, subtitles on screen |

### For TikTok Ads

| Concept | Prompt |
|---------|--------|
| **Hook Visual** | Shocking statement text overlay, face reaction, first 2 seconds |
| **Demo** | Screen recording with finger pointer, fast cuts, music sync |
| **Transition** | Before/after with smooth transition effect |
| **Talking Head** | Person speaking to camera, subtitles, product in hand |

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## 7. Mass Variation Workflow

### Step-by-Step Process

```
1. Define core message/offer
2. Write 5 headline variations (each formula)
3. Write 3 body text variations (each framework)
4. Create 5 CTA variations
5. Combine to create 75+ unique ads
6. Filter top 10-20 for testing
7. Create visual concepts
8. Launch A/B test
```

### Variation Math

| Headlines | x | Body | x | CTA | = Total Combinations |
|-----------|---|------|---|-----|----------------------|
| 5 | x | 3 | x | 5 | = 75 variations |
| 10 | x | 5 | x | 5 | = 250 variations |

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## 8. Platform-Specific Templates

### Google Search Ad Template

```
Headline 1: [Primary Keyword + Benefit]
Headline 2: [Social Proof or Offer]
Headline 3: [CTA + Urgency]
Description 1: [Expand on benefit, features]
Description 2: [Trust signal + CTA + Contact]
```

### Meta Ad Template

```
Primary Text:
[Hook - Question or Statement] 🎯

[Pain point acknowledgment]

[Solution intro] ✅
[Benefit 1]
[Benefit 2]
[Benefit 3]

[Social proof]

[CTA] 👇
---
Headline: [Main Benefit]
Description: [Supporting info]
```

### TikTok Ad Script

```
[0-2s] HOOK: "Wait, you're still doing [pain point] manually?"
[2-5s] PROBLEM: Quick demo of the struggle
[5-15s] SOLUTION: Show product in action
[15-20s] RESULT: Show the outcome
[20-25s] CTA: "Link in bio to try free"
```

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> **Remember:** Test more, assume less. Your best ad is often the one you didn't expect.