MarketCast has just launched a breakthrough advertising research tool that could shake up the way brands test their ads. Introducing MarketCast Ad Effect Express, a hybrid solution that combines cutting-edge AI with real human research to better predict how ads will perform across TV, CTV, and digital platforms.
This new solution offers a fresh approach, merging the quick, efficient aspects of AI with the nuanced, detailed insights that only human input can provide. Think of it like having the best of both worlds—speed and accuracy—at your fingertips.
Faster, Smarter, More Reliable
Typically, ad testing leans one of two ways: either relying on slow, expensive surveys where humans evaluate the ads or using fast but overly simplistic AI models. MarketCast is tackling the flaws in both systems with Ad Effect Express. It’s a clever fusion. On one hand, you’ve got the speed and scale of AI. On the other, the human element ensures you don’t lose touch with how real people actually think and feel about an ad.
“Many of today’s AI-powered ad tests cut corners by sidelining human insight,” said John Batter, CEO of MarketCast. “We think AI should support human voices in research, not replace them. That’s exactly what Ad Effect Express does—giving advertisers a smarter, quicker, and more cost-efficient way to test ads while keeping the human element front and center.”
Real People, Real Results—Delivered Fast
At its core, Ad Effect Express taps into MarketCast’s proprietary Audience AI, a tool that uses live survey data to train the AI models. This allows the AI to predict how larger audiences will respond to an ad based on real reactions, not just cold data. What’s more, the solution can access elusive or hard-to-reach audiences, providing brands with fresh, diverse opinions without the hefty price tag of traditional surveys.
What really sets this tool apart is how quickly results come in—usually within 24 to 48 hours. Plus, it offers extra layers of detail like facial and eye-tracking to monitor second-by-second emotional reactions to the ads. Advertisers can even dig into open-ended responses to understand why their ad hit—or missed—the mark.
Why It Matters
The launch of Ad Effect Express couldn’t come at a better time. With brands scrambling to keep up with rapidly shifting consumer trends, finding an ad testing solution that’s both quick and insightful is crucial. And that’s exactly what this hybrid tool promises. By combining the power of AI and human feedback, MarketCast aims to give advertisers a leg up, providing clear answers without the long wait.
This isn’t just another ad testing tool—it’s a smarter way for brands to know whether their message will stick. So, whether you’re crafting your next big TV spot or testing a digital campaign, Ad Effect Express offers a faster, more reliable way to predict success.
The Bottom Line?
If you’re looking for a way to sharpen your advertising strategy and connect with audiences on a deeper level, MarketCast’s latest innovation might just be the solution you didn’t know you needed.