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Meta Ads Glossary

Talking-head ad

A talking-head ad is a video where one person speaks straight to the camera for most of the ad: a creator, founder, customer or expert.

Talking-head is the classic UGC setup. One person, framed from the chest up, talking to the viewer.

Who's talking matters

  • Creator: the standard UGC ad. Relatable, fast to make.
  • Founder: builds trust and story. Works well for newer brands.
  • Expert: a doctor, dietitian or engineer to back a claim.
  • Customer: real reviews, often lower production.

Making it work

The first line has to earn the next 3 seconds, so open with the claim, the problem or something unexpected, not "Hey guys." Cut tightly, add captions for sound-off viewers, and show the product early. Adding B-roll or motion graphics turns it into a UGC hybrid and usually makes it easier to watch.

More: UGC script template and Meta ad hook examples.

Related: UGC, hook.

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