MakeThisVid is an AI banner ad maker that generates short animated video clips for digital display and pre-roll ad placements — 8 seconds, 1080p, with audio — from a text prompt or uploaded image. Use the MP4 output for programmatic video placements, YouTube pre-roll, or display network animated ads. Commercial use is licensed on every paid plan.

AI Banner Ad Maker

Static banner ads are easy to ignore. Animated video banners command attention — and increasingly, programmatic display networks and YouTube accept short MP4 video instead of GIF or HTML5 static banners. MakeThisVid generates short animated video clips from text descriptions or your existing brand imagery, ready to deploy as video display ads without a design team or banner production tool. Generate a brand awareness clip, a product animation, or a visually distinctive motion piece to use in place of a standard display banner — in under two minutes, for a fraction of the cost of a traditional banner production.

How to Use MakeThisVid

From prompt to downloadable MP4, ready to deploy.

  1. Start with a plan or credit pack

    Lite ($14.99/mo, 20 credits), Standard ($29.99/mo, 50 credits), Pro ($79.99/mo, 200 credits). One-time packs start at $9.99 for 5 credits. Commercial use is included on every plan.

  2. Choose Text → Video or Photo → Video

    Describe the banner scene in text — brand logo position, background color, animation style — or upload a brand image (JPG/PNG/WebP, max 10 MB) to animate. Both modes are on the Create page.

  3. Write a display-optimized motion prompt

    Banner ads benefit from strong visual contrast, clear subject, and contained motion. E.g. "Clean white background, product centered, slow reveal from black, bold and minimal, high contrast." Or: "Dark background with bright brand color accent, smooth sweeping motion, professional and attention-grabbing."

  4. Generate at 720p or 1080p

    1 credit per 720p video, 2 credits per 1080p. Renders complete in 45–90 seconds. Credits refund automatically on failure.

  5. Deploy to display networks or YouTube

    Download the MP4. Upload to Google Display Network, YouTube as pre-roll, or your programmatic platform. Add headline copy and CTA in your ad platform. Commercial use is included.

Who Uses MakeThisVid for This

Display network video ad units

Many programmatic display placements accept short MP4 video. Generate a brand awareness motion clip to replace static banner creative — capturing more attention in the same placement.

YouTube pre-roll and bumper ads

Generate a 6 or 8-second animated clip for YouTube bumper ads or non-skippable pre-roll placements. The MP4 format and 16:9 aspect ratio match YouTube's video ad specifications.

Programmatic retargeting video creative

Create multiple animated video variations for retargeting campaigns — different products, different offers — to rotate across display placements and reduce ad fatigue.

Frequently Asked Questions

No — MakeThisVid generates short MP4 video files. For traditional HTML5 or GIF animated banners, use a dedicated banner production tool. MakeThisVid's output is ideal for display placements and networks that accept short video (MP4) instead of or alongside traditional banner formats.
Google Display Network, YouTube (pre-roll and bumper), Meta Audience Network, and most programmatic DSPs accept short video for display placements. Check your specific network's creative specs for video format requirements.
Yes. Every plan and credit pack includes a commercial use license. Run the generated video across display networks, programmatic platforms, or YouTube without additional licensing.
High visual contrast, strong subject clarity, and contained motion. Banner placements are small and competitive — bold colors, clear product placement, and minimal background clutter all help. Keep the motion clean and the subject front and center.
16:9 landscape is standard for most display and pre-roll placements. 9:16 vertical is available for mobile interstitial and Stories-adjacent placements. Select your aspect ratio before generating.
From $0.40 per 720p video on the Pro plan ($79.99/mo, 200 credits) to $0.75 on Lite ($14.99/mo, 20 credits). 1080p costs 2 credits. One-time packs start at $9.99 for 5 credits.
Yes. Generate multiple visual variations — different color treatments, motion styles, or product placements — and test them across your display campaigns. Each 720p render costs 1 credit and takes 45–90 seconds.

Generate your first animated banner video

Describe the banner scene or upload a brand image. 45–90 seconds to a 1080p MP4 — ready for display, YouTube, or programmatic placements.

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