How I Built an AI System That Creates 100 Unique Ads in Less than a Minute (for Free)

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the sheer volume of ads out there? As someone running my own creative agency, I’ve always struggled to stand out. My freelance work was demanding, and creating ads was a time-consuming process that drained my creativity. Then it hit me, what if I could automate the ad creation process entirely?

So, I dove into the world of AI, and what I found was not only groundbreaking, but it completely revolutionized how I approach my work. Imagine being able to design 100 unique ads, all on brand, with zero cost. Sound too good to be true? Well, I’m here to share my journey with you, and show you how I did it.

The Game-Changing Realization

As the need for constant advertisement grew—think influencers advertising products on Amazon or brands testing out ads by the hundreds—a solution was clearly needed. Enter Google’s free Nano Banana image model combined with N8N’s automation capabilities. Suddenly, I had a way to streamline my work while keeping the creative juices flowing.

Here’s the kicker: the AI output I started with was just the tip of the iceberg. It got better every time I refined the process. So what does it take to set this up?

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

1. Gather Your Inputs

   • Start by identifying the reference image and input texts that convey your brand’s message.
   • Use Google Sheets to organize your data. Having everything structured will save you countless headaches.

2. Set Up N8N

   • Head over to N8N’s platform. (If you’re new, don’t worry—it’s user-friendly!)
   • Create a new workflow. This is where the magic will happen.

3. Trigger with Telegram

   • Set up a Telegram bot to act as your input source.
   • You’ll connect this bot to N8N and set it up to listen for new messages. This makes it incredibly easy to trigger ad requests with a simple message.

4. Break Down Prompts

   • Use an editing node in N8N to structure your prompts. This allows the AI to generate various outputs based on your single input request.

5. Leverage AI Image Generation

   • Call the Nano Banana service via an HTTP request within N8N.
   • Make sure you’re using the proper keys and credentials to access the API.

6. Store and Organize Outputs

   • As images are generated, store them in a designated folder (I use Box, which offers a decent amount of free storage).
   • Update your Google Sheets to keep track of your successes and any errors.

7. Wrap It Up

   • Once you get the images, add a step to notify yourself via the Telegram bot that the process is complete. Simple, yet satisfying.

Real-Honest Reflections

When I first set this system up, I was slightly skeptical. What if it didn’t work as expected? Every little challenge felt daunting. But once I pushed through those initial hurdles, things started clicking into place.

Successes and Challenges

The success was exhilarating. For the first trial run, I generated an impressive number of visually appealing ads that were on-brand, diverging in style and messaging—perfect for testing. However, some of the generated ads yielded errors. Learning how to handle those errors with grace was part of the educational journey.

Key Takeaways:

• Stay Flexible: AI can be unpredictable. Optimize and reiterate where necessary.
• Collaboration is Key: Use feedback, both from the data and the community, to iterate your designs further.
• Documentation: Keep a record of successes and failures. It helps speed up future iterations.

What I’d Do If I Started Today

If I were to start all over again, I wouldn’t stress as much about getting everything right the first time. AI isn’t perfect, and neither is our understanding of how to leverage it.

1. Experiment More: I’d try various images and styles right from the get-go.
2. Learning from Errors: Embrace errors as learning opportunities rather than setbacks.
3. Engage More with Community: Leverage groups like RoboNuggets for support and shared learning experiences.

Conclusion

Building an AI-driven workflow like this one has not just saved me time; it has given me more time to be creative. For someone in the creative field, that’s invaluable.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the demands of constant advertising or any other task that could be automated, I encourage you to take the leap into AI. The results might just surprise you.

If you’re curious about building systems that save you from burnout and free up your time, I created something that might help. It’s a small online course called Automation by RoboNuggets, where I share the exact tools and workflows I wish I knew earlier. You can check it out here, only if it feels right for you.

Let your creativity soar, but don’t let the mundane tasks hold you back. With the right tools and mindset, you can achieve a lot more than you think.