What services do you provide?

I specialize in talking-head video editing and video ads, plus motion graphics and social creative that help brands and creators convert viewers.

What types of clients do you work with?

I work with brands, agencies, startups, content creators, musicians, and businesses looking for high-quality visual content and motion design.

What software do you use?

I work primarily with After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, and modern 3D tools depending on the project.

How long does a project usually take?

Most projects take 1–4 weeks depending on scope, revisions, and delivery format. Timelines are confirmed before kickoff.

How to Hire a Motion Designer for Video Ads

Hiring a motion designer for video ads is different from hiring for a brand film. You need someone who understands hooks, formats and testing, not just beautiful animation. Use this checklist before you sign.

1. Look for ads in the portfolio, not just showreels

A showreel shows style. Real ads show whether they can deliver a clear message, an offer and a call to action in 15 to 30 seconds.

2. Check they work in vertical formats

Ask for 9:16 examples for Reels, TikTok and Shorts. Vertical layouts need different composition and safe zones than 16:9.

3. Ask about their storyboard process

A good motion designer plans scenes, on-screen text and timing in a visual storyboard before animating. It saves revisions and keeps the ad focused.

4. Make sure they design for sound off

Many Meta ads are watched on mute. Look for kinetic typography and captions that carry the message without audio.

5. Confirm versions and sizes

Agree up front on hooks, lengths and aspect ratios (9:16, 4:5, 1:1, 16:9). This is where most of the testing value comes from.

6. Understand the tools and styles they cover

2D motion graphics, 3D product animation and editing live footage are different skills. Pick someone whose strengths match your product.

7. Clarify turnaround and revisions

Ask how long a first draft takes, how many revision rounds are included and how feedback is shared.

8. Compare price with what you get

A lower price with no versions can cost more in the end than a higher quote that includes hooks, sizes and cut-downs for testing.

Quick checklist

Real ad examples in the portfolio
Vertical 9:16 experience
Storyboard before animation
Sound-off friendly design
Versions and sizes agreed
Right style for your product
Clear turnaround and revisions
Transparent pricing

Browse the performance video ads portfolio to see examples.

About the author: Mahadi Hasan is a Visual Storyboard, Motion Designer & Video Editor based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. He creates performance video ads, SaaS explainer videos and talking head edits, in long or short form. See his performance video ads portfolio or get in touch.

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