Social Media for Graphic Designers: 4-Week Intensive Course

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Last Updated on Oktober 23, 2024

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Besides the words and emojis we use every day, the most important part of social media is the images. Graphic Designers are among the most important members of your social media team.

The course structure provides a comprehensive overview of social media management, combining theory with practical skills and culminating in a hands-on project.

The final week allows students to apply what they’ve learned in a real-world scenario, preparing them for the challenges of social media marketing in their design careers.

Week 1: Foundations and Platforms

Social media management essentials: strategies, tactics, and platform-specific insights. Covers goal-setting, content planning, engagement, and adapting design skills across established and emerging platforms.

  1. Beyond the Likes: Fundamentals of Social Media Management
    • Understanding social media ecosystems
    • The role of graphic designers in social media
    • Key metrics and their significance
  2. Be the Spark! #1: Crafting Effective Social Media Strategies
    • Setting SMART goals
    • Audience analysis and persona development
    • Brand voice and consistency across platforms
  3. Be the Spark! #2: Implementing Powerful Social Media Tactics
    • Content calendars and scheduling
    • Engagement techniques
    • Cross-platform promotion
  4. Social Media All-Stars #1: The Classics
    • Deep dive into Facebook, X (Twitter), YouTube, and Instagram
    • Platform-specific design best practices
    • Case studies of successful campaigns
  5. Social Media All-Stars #2: The Trendsetters
    • Exploring LinkedIn, TikTok, and Mastodon
    • Emerging platforms and their potential
    • Adapting design skills for each platform

Week 2: Content Creation and Legal Considerations

Social media advertising, commerce, and SEO essentials. Content strategies, tools, and AI applications. Legal considerations including copyright, privacy, and disclosure requirements for sponsored content

  1. When Ads Meet Cart: Social Advertising & Social Commerce/SEO
    • Creating effective ad designs
    • Understanding e-commerce integration
    • SEO basics for social media
  2. Content is King! #1: Content Strategies
    • Types of content: images, videos, stories, reels
    • Creating shareable and viral content
    • Balancing promotional and value-added content
  3. Content is King! #2: Tools, Techniques, Planning, and Organization
    • Design tools for social media (e.g., Canva, Figma)
    • Content creation workflows
    • Collaboration tools for teams
  4. Unleash the Beast! AI in the Social Media World
    • AI tools for content creation and curation
    • Using AI for audience insights and targeting
    • Ethical considerations of AI in social media
  5. Legal Seminar: Press Law, Freedom of Expression, and Data Protection
    • Copyright and intellectual property in social media
    • Privacy laws and data protection regulations
    • Disclosure requirements for sponsored content

Week 3: Advanced Strategies and Analytics

Influencer marketing, community management, crisis communication. Leveraging business networks, personal branding. Social media monitoring, analytics, and reporting. Strategies for growth, engagement, and data-driven decision-making in digital marketing.

  1. In the Spotlight: Fundamentals of Influencer Marketing
    • Identifying and partnering with influencers
    • Creating content for influencer campaigns
    • Measuring influencer campaign success
  2. From Fans to Loyal Customers: Community Management
    • Building and nurturing online communities
    • Responding to comments and messages effectively
    • User-generated content strategies
  3. Crisis-Proof in the Click Storm: Crisis Communication During a Shitstorm
    • Preparing for potential crises
    • Real-time response strategies
    • Rebuilding trust post-crisis
  4. Grow Your Business! Business Networks & Industry Trends
    • Leveraging LinkedIn and other professional networks
    • Staying current with industry developments
    • Personal branding for graphic designers
  5. From Data to Insights: Monitoring and Reporting
    • Key performance indicators (KPIs) for social media
    • Analytics tools and dashboards
    • Creating impactful reports for clients or management

Week 4: Project Week and Presentation

Project-based learning: Teams form, define objectives, and develop social media campaigns. Work sessions, peer reviews, and refinement lead to final presentations.

  1. Project Kickoff and Planning
    • Forming teams or individual project selection
    • Defining project scope and objectives
  2. Project Work Sessions
    • Guided work time with instructor support
    • Peer review and feedback sessions
  3. Final Project Development
    • Refining strategies and designs
    • Preparing presentation materials
  4. Presentation Preparation
    • Crafting compelling narratives
    • Visual presentation design tips
  5. Final Presentations and Course Wrap-up
    • Student presentations of social media campaigns
    • Peer and instructor feedback
    • Course review and future learning paths

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