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Rich media ads

Rich media HTML5 banner ads use interactive elements such as expandables, carousels, video and dynamic content to increase engagement without sacrificing performance or load speed.

What actually makes
rich media different

Rich media HTML5 banner ads are interactive display creatives built using advanced HTML5 functionality. Unlike standard display banners, rich media units can include expandables, video, dynamic content and user-initiated interactions while remaining lightweight and fully platform compliant.

We focus on producing rich media creatives that load fast, pass QA and deliver a consistent experience across devices, browsers and ad platforms.

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Rich media formats we produce

We produce a wide range of rich media HTML5 banner formats to support different creative ideas, campaign objectives and technical requirements. Each format is custom built to specification and delivered ready for trafficking across major programmatic and direct publisher environments. Below are some of the most common rich media formats we produce for brands and agencies.

Interactive rich media display ad with tap interaction on mobile device

Interactive rich media ads

Interactive rich media ads are custom-built HTML5 creatives that allow users to engage through taps, swipes, carousels and hotspots. Each unit is produced to platform specifications, ensuring smooth interaction, fast load speeds and consistent behaviour across devices.

Video-enabled banner ads

Video-enabled banner ads are HTML5 display creatives with user-initiated video playback. We produce video formats that meet file size limits and polite load requirements, making them suitable for brand and product campaigns across programmatic environments.

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Rich media display advertisement promoting ElevenLabs on a news website

Dynamic rich media ads

Dynamic rich media ads are template-based HTML5 creatives that adapt content using data feeds or rules. We produce scalable dynamic units that support multiple sizes, variations and markets while maintaining consistency and performance.

Why choose Banner Squad

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Designed from scratch

Built around your message and brand guidelines

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Fast turnaround

Reliable delivery without cutting corners

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Lightweight builds

Built to meet Ad platform requirements

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Built to scale

Multiple sizes, versions and markets handled properly

RICH MEDIA FAQ’S

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Our step-by-step approach

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We outline deliverables, timelines, specs, and platforms up front. You send us your designs or we start the creative, ensuring everything fits file limits and ad requirements from the start.

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If designs are supplied, we build a master animation for approval. When we design, we create storyboards that define the tone, motion, and direction before production begins.

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Once the master’s approved, we scale every size, format, and language. We refine the animation, code all banners, and send proofs for review and quick client sign-off.

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All banners go through QA, technical checks, and validation. We deliver final files, store backups, and can push directly to your ad platforms when needed.

Trusted by industry-leading
brands & agencies.

When the matrix drops and deadlines hit, we make it look easy.
Clean, compliant, QC-ready banners, built fast, to spec, and without the drama.

Trusted by
industry-leading
brands & agencies.

When the matrix drops and deadlines hit, we make it look easy. Clean, compliant, QC-ready banners, built fast, to spec, and without the drama.

Need help with
rich media ads?

If you’re planning a rich media campaign and need reliable creative production, we can help. Send us your requirements and we’ll advise on formats, builds, and delivery.

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