LinkedIn adds profile-based ad targeting, GIF comments, and Adobe AI training
What happened
LinkedIn now lets advertisers target audiences using LinkedIn profile data within Search and Audience campaigns. The platform also introduced GIF comments as a new way for users to react and engage in conversations. LinkedIn partnered with Adobe to launch AI Essentials for Marketers, a new training program for marketing professionals.
Why it matters
Marketers and small business advertisers can now reach more specific audiences on LinkedIn using data people already share on their profiles. GIF comments give brands a lightweight way to increase engagement on posts. The Adobe partnership signals that LinkedIn is investing in AI education for marketers, which matters for professionals looking to stay current.
Who's doing it
LinkedIn introduced these updates as part of its weekly feature changes. The AI Essentials for Marketers training program was developed in partnership with Adobe. The updates were reported by content marketer Alexandra, who has over five years of experience helping SaaS brands grow through organic content.
Try it
- Go to your LinkedIn Page settings and review the new ad targeting options to see if profile-based targeting is available for your account.
- Open a recent LinkedIn post and try adding a GIF comment to test the new engagement feature.
- Search for LinkedIn AI Essentials for Marketers to find and enroll in the Adobe-partnered training program.
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Karen what's the catch
Profile-based ad targeting means LinkedIn is digging through your JOB INFO to sell ads. What happens to your data after advertisers get it?
The Professor
The story does not mention an opt-out mechanism, so Karen's concern is valid. The Adobe training is a course, not a tool, despite the branding.
The Anchor what could go wrong
Breaking tonight: LinkedIn now lets advertisers target you using the career details you posted to find a job. Your resume, repurposed as an ad inventory, and there is no indication you can opt out.
The Boss hype translator
Profile-based targeting is a paradigm shift for B2B. We're talking about reaching decision-makers where they already self-identify professionally, which means the leads cost more but we can blame the platform instead of our creative.