Facebook & Instagram Ads - Full-Service, Full-Funnel

We manage the campaigns, create the ad content, and build the account across the full funnel. That means strategy, creative, testing, and optimisation handled by one team.

27M+

South Africans active on Facebook and Instagram every month.

3.4×

average return on ad spend across our managed social campaigns.

−38%

average reduction in cost-per-lead after 60 days of optimisation.

5

stages of awareness we work across - not just bottom-funnel.

Our Methodology

We Advertise Across All Five Stages of Awareness

Most agencies focus almost entirely on people who are already ready to buy. That is the smallest and usually the most expensive audience. We work across all five stages so the account can create demand at the top and convert more efficiently at the bottom.

Stage 1

Unaware

They don't know they have a problem yet

Your largest potential audience. We use attention-grabbing content, short videos, and strong visual hooks to introduce problems they may not have thought about yet.

Stage 2

Problem-Aware

They know the problem but not the solution

They feel the pain but have not started looking for answers yet. We use educational content, explainers, and relatable scenarios to get the brand into the conversation earlier.

Stage 3

Solution-Aware

They know solutions exist but not yours

They are researching options. We use comparison content, benefit-led ads, case study highlights, and lead magnets to move them closer to a decision.

Stage 4

Product-Aware

They know you exist but haven't decided

They are comparing you with alternatives. This is where testimonials, case studies, FAQs, and objection-handling ads help reduce hesitation.

Stage 5

Most Aware

They're ready to buy - they just need a push

This is the smallest audience, but usually the most conversion-ready. We use direct offers, promotions, retargeting, and clear CTAs here as the final step in a larger system.

By targeting all five stages, we build a full demand generation system - not just bottom-funnel campaigns. Instead of only competing for ready-to-buy attention, we help the brand build demand earlier as well.

Full-Service Creative

We Create Everything - You Approve and Grow

No need to hire a separate designer, copywriter, or video editor just to keep campaigns moving. We handle the creative work in-house and can also build around the brand assets you already have.

Ad Copywriting

Compelling headlines, descriptions, and CTAs written specifically for social platforms. We test multiple variations and let data decide winners - not opinions.

Static Image Design

Branded visuals, infographics, and image ads designed for scroll-stopping impact. Every image matches your brand guidelines and is sized for all Meta placements.

Carousel Ads

Multi-slide carousel designs that tell a story, showcase products, or walk prospects through your process - one of the highest-engagement formats on Meta.

Video Ads & Reels

Short-form video content, motion graphics, and Reel-style ads optimised for social feeds. We script, shoot (or animate), and edit - delivered ready to run.

UGC-Style Content

Authentic, user-generated-style content that outperforms polished studio ads on social. We plan and produce content that feels native to the platform.

Content Strategy

We suggest what content you should create, what angles to pursue, and what formats work best for your specific audience. You bring the expertise - we shape the strategy.

Have Existing Content? We'll Work With It.

If you already have brand photography, video footage, testimonials, or creative assets, we incorporate them into campaigns. We'll also advise on what additional content would strengthen your campaigns - and produce it if needed. You control the brand, we handle the execution.

Our Process

How Our Facebook Ads Management Works

A clear process from audience research to optimisation, with creative production included throughout.

01

Audience Research

We look at your customer profile, existing data, and the market signals that can guide targeting and creative direction.

02

Creative Production

We produce the ads, including images, carousels, video, and copy, with different versions for different audiences and awareness stages.

03

Launch & Learn

Campaigns go live with tracking in place, and we use the early data to see which audience and creative combinations deserve more budget.

04

Optimise & Scale

We keep the better-performing combinations, pause what is not working, refresh creative when needed, and expand carefully.

Common Pitfalls

Facebook Ads Mistakes That Waste Your Budget

Only Targeting Stage 5

Many accounts focus only on people who already look ready to buy. That audience is usually smaller and more expensive. We prefer building awareness and retargeting around it as well.

Creative Fatigue

Running the same creative for too long usually leads to weaker results. We refresh images, video, and copy regularly so the account does not stall.

No Retargeting Strategy

Most visitors will not convert on the first click. Retargeting gives the business another chance to bring warm audiences back with a more relevant message.

Why Our Full-Service Approach Wins

One Team, Less Coordination Overhead

Strategy, creative, media buying, and reporting stay in one workflow, which makes approvals and testing easier to manage.

Create Demand, Don't Only Capture It

We use the five stages of awareness to reach people earlier instead of relying only on bottom-funnel audiences.

Creative Built for Performance

The creative is shaped around testing and campaign performance, not just how polished it looks in isolation.

Full-Funnel Attribution

Server-side tracking with Meta Pixel and Conversions API gives you a clearer view of what is helping the account perform.

Lead Generation

Social Lead Funnels That Convert

We build social lead funnels that connect the ad, the landing experience, and the follow-up so the account does not stop at the click.

Instant Lead Forms

Native lead forms that capture contact details without forcing the user to leave Facebook too early.

Landing Page Funnels

For higher-value leads, we can route traffic to dedicated landing pages with clearer messaging and qualification.

Automated Follow-Up

CRM integration helps the team respond faster instead of leaving leads buried in spreadsheets or inboxes.

Meta Ad Sets

Lookalike 1%
Reach: 320K
R 4,200/w42 leads
Interest — Business
Reach: 890K
R 2,800/w28 leads
Retargeting 30d
Reach: 12K
R 1,200/w18 leads
CPL: R 93 · 88 leads this week
Tracking

Performance Tracking You Can Trust

iOS privacy changes and browser restrictions made ad tracking less reliable than it used to be. We use server-side tracking and cleaner attribution setup to improve the picture.

Conversions API (Server-Side)

Server-to-server tracking helps recover some of the signal lost through browser-level restrictions.

Custom Event Tracking

Track the actions that actually matter to the business, from lead forms to purchases and other key steps.

Cross-Platform Attribution

Understand how social ads interact with Google Ads, SEO, and direct traffic.

Testing

Continuous Creative & Audience Testing

Strong social campaigns depend on ongoing testing. We run structured A/B tests across audiences, creative formats, copy angles, and awareness stages to keep learning what works.

Creative Testing Framework

Systematic testing of images vs video, short vs long copy, and different value propositions.

Audience Experimentation

Testing custom audiences, lookalikes at different percentages, and interest combinations.

Ad Fatigue Management

Planned creative refresh cycles so the account does not rely on the same assets for too long.

A/B Split Test

Variant A
Click-through Rate2.1%
Conversion1.4%
Variant B✓ Winner
Click-through Rate4.7%
Conversion3.2%
Statistical confidence: 97.2%

Social Media Advertising Results

Retail

Ecommerce Fashion Brand

4.2× ROAS on Instagram

Performance Snapshot
Consulting

B2B Professional Services

R1M Pipeline from Social

Performance Snapshot
Health

Local Fitness Studio

200+ New Members

Performance Snapshot
Facebook Ads Pricing

Social Advertising Packages - Creative Included

Every package includes creative production, including images, video, and copy. Ad spend is paid directly to Meta and stays separate from management fees.

Management

Campaign management for businesses with existing creative assets or smaller budgets.

R4,000/month

Recommended ad spend: R3,000-R10,000/month

  • 1 platform (Facebook OR Instagram)
  • Campaign setup and management
  • Basic ad copy and image resizing
  • Conversion tracking setup
  • Bi-weekly optimisation
  • Monthly performance report
  • Up to R10,000 ad spend managed
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Most Popular

Full-Service

Complete social advertising with all creative produced in-house and Five Stages of Awareness targeting.

R10,000/month

Recommended ad spend: R8,000-R25,000/month

  • Facebook + Instagram
  • Five Stages of Awareness campaigns
  • Full creative production (images, video, copy)
  • Carousel and Reel ad creation
  • A/B testing programme
  • Weekly optimisation cycles
  • Retargeting campaigns included
  • Meta Pixel + Conversions API
  • Monthly strategic report + call
  • Up to R25,000 ad spend managed
Start Full-Service

Scale

Full-funnel social with CRM integration, landing pages, and premium video production.

R18,000/month

Recommended ad spend: R20,000-R50,000+/month

  • Facebook + Instagram + Messenger
  • Five Stages + advanced retargeting
  • Premium video and UGC production
  • Landing page design (1/month)
  • CRM integration + lead scoring
  • Email nurture sequences
  • Real-time performance dashboard
  • Weekly optimisation + bi-weekly calls
  • Unlimited ad spend management
Start Scaling

Need a custom package? Contact us for tailored social advertising pricing.

Let's Build Together

Full-Service Social Advertising - Creative, Strategy, Results

We create every ad, manage every campaign, and handle every stage of awareness. You approve and grow.

No contracts. No obligation. Just a strategic conversation.

FAQ

Facebook & Instagram Ads FAQs

Everything about our full-service social advertising approach.

How much do Facebook Ads cost in South Africa?

Management fees start from R4,000/month, which includes campaign management, creative production, and ongoing optimisation. We usually recommend a minimum ad spend of R3,000-R8,000/month for lead generation campaigns and R5,000-R15,000/month for ecommerce.

South African CPMs often sit between R30 and R120, which can make social ads a practical channel when the targeting and creative are right. Get a custom quote.

Do you really create all the ad creative?

Yes. We handle ad copy, static image design, carousels, video scripting and editing, and motion graphics. That means you do not need a separate creative agency just to keep the campaigns moving.

If you already have brand content, photography, or video footage, we can use that too. The focus is on making creative that works in the feed, not just creative that looks polished in isolation.

What are the Five Stages of Awareness and why does it matter?

The Five Stages of Awareness (from Eugene Schwartz's Breakthrough Advertising) are: Unaware, Problem-Aware, Solution-Aware, Product-Aware, and Most Aware. A lot of agencies focus almost entirely on people who are ready to buy. We prefer building campaigns across the full funnel.

That gives the account more room to create demand at the top, retarget in the middle, and convert at the bottom over time.

Should I advertise on Facebook, Instagram, or both?

In most cases, both. They share the same advertising platform. Instagram typically performs better for visual products, lifestyle brands, and younger demographics. Facebook excels for lead generation, B2B, local services, and older demographics. We analyse your audience data to determine the optimal split.

How quickly will I see results from Facebook Ads?

You can usually see impressions and clicks within 24 hours. Meta's algorithm often needs 3-7 days to move through the learning phase, and more stable patterns tend to show up after 2-4 weeks. Social advertising also behaves differently from Google Ads because it often creates demand rather than simply capturing existing search intent.

Will Facebook Ads work for my B2B business?

Yes - with the right strategy. B2B social focuses on thought leadership content, lead magnet funnels (guides, audits, tools), and retargeting. We've generated significant B2B pipeline across professional services, SaaS, consulting, and manufacturing. For highly targeted B2B, we combine Meta with LinkedIn Ads for maximum decision-maker reach.

What about ChatGPT Ads and AI advertising?

We're registered as early adopters for ChatGPT Ads - OpenAI's upcoming advertising platform. As one of the first agencies in South Africa positioned to run campaigns on ChatGPT, our clients will be among the first brands advertising inside AI conversations.

This is such a significant opportunity that we've built a dedicated ChatGPT Ads page with full details and an early-access sign-up.

How do you measure Facebook Ads performance?

We implement the Meta Pixel and Conversions API (server-side tracking) for accurate attribution even with iOS privacy changes. We track leads, purchases, phone calls, and custom conversions. Monthly reports cover spend, reach, cost-per-result, ROAS, and creative performance breakdowns.