AI-Powered Meta Ads Creation & Analysis Workflow

Overview

This comprehensive n8n workflow automates the entire Meta (Facebook/Instagram) advertising process, from asset analysis to ad creation. It combines AI-powered content analysis with automated ad deployment, streamlining the creation of high-converting social media advertisements.

Watch a quick video walkthrough of the workflow

Key Features

🤖 AI-Powered Asset Analysis

• Video Analysis : Uses Google Gemini to analyze video content, extracting transcripts, scene descriptions, hooks, offers, and branding elements
• Image Analysis : Employs GPT-4.1 Mini to analyze static images, identifying visual elements, USPs, and marketing potential
• Structured Output : Generates detailed descriptions and creative insights for informed ad creation

✍️ Automated Ad Copy Generation

• Creates 3 variations each of primary text, headlines, and link descriptions
• Optimized for Meta's character limits and best practices
• Maintains brand voice and messaging consistency
• Leverages AI analysis to create compelling, conversion-focused copy

🎯 Meta Ads Manager Integration

• Video Ads : Uploads videos, creates ad creatives with multiple text variations
• Image Ads : Supports both single and multi-image campaigns (1:1 and 9:16 formats)
• Asset Feed Optimization : Implements placement-specific customization rules
• Automated Preview Generation : Creates ad previews for different placements

📊 Smart Workflow Management

• Google Drive Integration : Monitors designated folders for new creative assets
• Google Sheets Tracking : Maintains comprehensive records of all assets and campaigns
• Status Management : Tracks processing stages and prevents duplicate work
• Error Handling : Includes retry logic and status checking for reliable operation

Workflow Components

Asset Discovery & Processing

1. Google Drive Trigger : Monitors specified folder for new image/video files
2. File Analysis : Extracts metadata, dimensions, and file specifications
3. Asset Registration : Logs all assets in Google Sheets for tracking

AI Analysis Pipeline

1. Content Type Detection : Automatically identifies videos vs. images
2. Video Processing :
   • Uploads to Google Gemini for analysis
   • Generates comprehensive content breakdown
   • Extracts all marketing-relevant elements
3. Image Processing :
   • Analyzes visual content with GPT-4.1 Mini
   • Identifies key messaging and visual elements
   • Creates detailed creative descriptions

Ad Copy Creation

1. AI Agent Processing : Transforms analysis into marketing copy
2. Multi-Variant Generation : Creates 3 versions of each text element
3. Platform Optimization : Ensures compliance with Meta's requirements
4. Quality Assurance : Structured output validation

Meta Ads Deployment

1. Asset Upload : Pushes images/videos to Meta Ads Manager
2. Creative Assembly : Builds ad creatives with generated copy variations
3. Campaign Creation : Sets up ads with proper targeting and placement rules
4. Status Tracking : Updates spreadsheet with campaign IDs and status

Setup Requirements

Required Credentials

• Meta Developer Account : App access token for Meta Graph API
• Google Drive OAuth : For file monitoring and asset access
• Google Sheets OAuth : For workflow tracking and management
• Google Gemini API : For video analysis capabilities
• OpenAI API : For image analysis and copy generation

Configuration Steps

1. Google Drive Setup :
   • Create dedicated folder for creative assets
   • Configure folder monitoring in the trigger node
2. Google Sheets Template :
   • Use provided template for asset and campaign tracking
   • Configure account settings and campaign parameters
3. Meta Developer Setup :
   • Create Meta App and obtain access tokens
   • Set up ad account permissions
4. API Credentials :
   • Configure all required authentication credentials
   • Test connections before activation