Time Estimates
Please find approximate time estimates for routine tasks.
Uncommon tasks that are not listed here would
be tracked manually.
Please find approximate time estimates for routine tasks.
Uncommon tasks that are not listed here would
be tracked manually.
What are the estimated times for routine tasks related to Meta ads management?
How are various tasks like account setup, audience research, and campaign management divided time-wise?
How much time is needed for ongoing ad campaign optimization and monitoring?
(6-10 hours per month)
hours per month)
(15-23 hours per month)
(15-26 hours per month)
| Total Initial Setup Time | 16-23 hours |
| Account Setup and Structure | 2-3 hours |
| Audience Research and Targeting | 3-4 hours |
| Ad Creation | 4-6 hours |
| Campaign Setup | 2-3 hours |
| Pixel and Conversion Tracking Setup | 2-3 hours |
| Initial Optimization and Testing | 3-4 hours |
| Ongoing Management and Optimization | 8-10 hours per month |
| Total Initial Setup Time | 16-23 hours |
❗️ Note: Ongoing monthly Meta Ads management starts from 6 hours per month
| Total One-Time Setup | 15-23 hours |
| Account Setup and Structure | 2-3 hours |
| Keyword Research and Analysis | 3-4 hours |
| Ad Group Creation | 2-3 hours |
| Ad Copy Creation (multiple variations) | 3-4 hours |
| Landing Page Setup/Optimization | 2-4 hours |
| Conversion Tracking Setup | 1-2 hours |
| Campaign Settings Configuration | 1-2 hours |
| Initial Bid Strategy Setup | 1 hour |
| Total One-Time Setup | 15-23 hours |
| Daily Performance Monitoring | 1 hour/week (4 hours/month) |
| Bid Adjustments | 1 hour/week (4 hours/month) |
| Keyword Optimization | 1 hour/month |
| Ad Copy Testing and Optimization | 1 hour/month |
| Budget Management | 1 hour/month |
| Quality Score Improvement | 1 hour/month |
| Negative Keyword Management | 1 hour/month |
| Performance Reporting | 1 hour/month |
| Total Ongoing Monthly Management | 8 hours/month |
❗These estimates can vary based on account size, industry competitiveness, and specific client needs. Complex accounts or those requiring frequent changes may require additional time.
❗️ Note: Ongoing monthly Google Ads management starts from 8 hours per month
❗These estimates can vary based on project complexity, team size, and specific client requirements.
❗️ Note: Ongoing monthly management starts from 15 hours per month
| One-Time Tasks | Time Estimate |
| Initial Client Consultation | 2-3 hours |
| Market Research and Competitor Analysis | 8-10 hours |
| Digital Marketing Strategy Development | 10-15 hours |
| Website Audit and Optimization Plan | 6-8 hours |
| Social Media Accounts Setup/Optimization | 4-6 hours |
| Google Analytics and Tag Manager Setup | 3-4 hours |
| Google Ads Account Setup | 4-6 hours |
| Meta Ads Account Setup | 4-6 hours |
| Email Marketing Platform Setup | 3-4 hours |
| Content Calendar Creation (3 months) | 6-8 hours |
| Landing Page Design Brief | 3-4 hours |
| Initial Ad Creatives Development | 5-7 hours |
| Tracking and Reporting Setup | 4-5 hours |
| Team Onboarding and Task Distribution | 3-4 hours |
| Client Presentation and Approval | 2-3 hours |
| Total for New Project Launch | 72-100 hours |
Total for New Project Launch 72-100 hours
❗️ Note: These estimates can vary based on project complexity, industry, client needs, and the specific mix of services required. Some tasks may overlap or require different time allocations depending on the project's unique requirements.
| Design Task | Time Estimate |
| Banner (2 sizes, 2 languages) | 1 hour |
| Banner (3 sizes, 2 languages) | 1-3 hours |
| Banner (3 sizes, 3 languages) | 1-3 hours |
| Motion banner (1 size, 1 language) |
2-4 hours |
| Motion banner (2 sizes, 2 languages) |
2-3 hours |
| Motion banner (3 sizes, 2 languages) |
2-3 hours |
| Motion banner (3 sizes, 3 languages) |
2-4 hours |
| Website design – Desktop per page | 2-3 hours |
| Website design – Mobile per page | 1-2 hours |
❗These estimates can vary based on design complexity, client revisions, and specific requirements.
| Task | Time Estimate |
| Initial SEO Audit | 8-12 hours |
| Keyword Research and Analysis | 6-8 hours |
| On-Page SEO Optimization (per page) | 1-2 hours |
| Technical SEO Implementation | 10-15 hours |
| Content Strategy Development | 5-7 hours |
| Content Creation (per 1000-word article) |
4-6 hours |
| Link Building (per high-quality backlink) |
2-3 hours |
| Local SEO Setup | 5-7 hours |
| SEO Reporting Setup | 3-4 hours |
| Monthly Performance Analysis | 3-4 hours |
❗These estimates can vary based on website size, competition level, and specific client requirements.
| Task | Time Estimate |
| Email Strategy Development | 6-8 hours |
| Email Template Design | 3-5 hours |
| Email Content Creation (per email) |
2-3 hours |
| List Segmentation | 2-4 hours |
| A/B Testing Setup | 2-3 hours |
| Campaign Setup and Scheduling |
1-2 hours |
| Performance Tracking Setup | 2-3 hours |
| Monthly Campaign Analysis | 3-4 hours |
| List Management and Cleaning | 2-3 hours/month |
❗These estimates can vary based on campaign complexity, list size, and specific client requirements.
| Task | Time Estimate |
| Social Media Ad Copy (per platform) |
1-2 hours |
| Google Ads Copy (per ad group) | 2-3 hours |
| Website Copy (per page) | 3-5 hours |
| Email Copy (per email) | 2-3 hours |
| Meta Ads Copy (per ad set) |
2-3 hours |
| Blog Post (500-1000 words) | 3-5 hours |
| Product Description (per item) |
1-2 hours |
| Press Release | 3-4 hours |
| Landing Page Copy | 4-6 hours |
| Video Script (per minute) | 1-2 hours |
❗These estimates can vary based on research required, client revisions, and specific project complexities.
❗These time estimates are approximate and can vary based on specific project requirements, client feedback, and unforeseen complexities. Always add a buffer for unexpected tasks and revisions.
