Display Ads | Campaign: Study now, pay when you find a job

I designed a digital advertising campaign for HACK A BOSS to promote its unique financing model: "Study now, pay when you find a job." The goal was to create compelling, high-performing display ads that would drive engagement and encourage potential students to enroll.

Challenge

The main challenge was to communicate a complex financing model in a simple, impactful, and visually appealing way. The campaign needed to stand out in a highly competitive educational market while maintaining consistency with HACK A BOSS' brand identity.

Role & Responsabilities

Role & Responsabilities

Creative Direction

Developed the visual concept and messaging for the ads.

Graphic Design

Designed static display ads optimized for various platforms.

User Engagement Strategy

Ensured ad visuals and copy aligned with user intent and behavior.

Work Process

  • 01/

    Research & Benchmarking


    Analyzed competitor campaigns and audience behavior to define the visual and messaging strategy.

  • 02/

    Concept Development


    Sketched initial ideas and created wireframes for different ad formats.

  • 03/

    Design & Iteration


    Created multiple versions of display ads, testing different visuals, formats, and messaging.

  • 04/

    Performance Analysis


    Worked with the marketing team to analyze engagement metrics and iterate on high-performing creatives.

  • 05/

    Launch & Optimization


    Deployed the final ads, continuously optimizing based on real-time performance data.

  • 01/

    Research & Benchmarking


    Analyzed competitor campaigns and audience behavior to define the visual and messaging strategy.

  • 02/

    Concept Development


    Sketched initial ideas and created wireframes for different ad formats.

  • 03/

    Design & Iteration


    Created multiple versions of display ads, testing different visuals, formats, and messaging.

  • 04/

    Performance Analysis


    Worked with the marketing team to analyze engagement metrics and iterate on high-performing creatives.

  • 05/

    Launch & Optimization


    Deployed the final ads, continuously optimizing based on real-time performance data.

  • 01/

    Research & Benchmarking


    Analyzed competitor campaigns and audience behavior to define the visual and messaging strategy.

  • 02/

    Concept Development


    Sketched initial ideas and created wireframes for different ad formats.

  • 03/

    Design & Iteration


    Created multiple versions of display ads, testing different visuals, formats, and messaging.

  • 04/

    Performance Analysis


    Worked with the marketing team to analyze engagement metrics and iterate on high-performing creatives.

  • 05/

    Launch & Optimization


    Deployed the final ads, continuously optimizing based on real-time performance data.

Results & Impact

Results & Metrics

  • Increased click-through rates (CTR) compared to previous campaigns.

  • Improved conversion rates, driving more applications for the program.

  • Strengthened brand positioning by clearly communicating the financing model.


Learnings & Challenges


One of the biggest challenges was ensuring clarity in the message while keeping the ads engaging and visually appealing. Through A/B testing, I identified the best-performing visuals and copy variations, optimizing the campaign’s effectiveness.

Work Overview

© Verónica Rey Souto 2025

© Verónica Rey Souto 2024

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