Nairobi, Kenya

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Content Strategy And Basic Social Media Training Course

  In today’s digital era, social media platforms such as Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram have become essential tools for personal branding, business marketing, and community engagement. Th...

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Programme Overview
Training Description

Social Media Managers looking to enhance their skills in content creation and strategy.

Marketing Professionals aiming to leverage social media for business growth.

Content Creators and Influencers seeking to improve their engagement and reach.

Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners who want to use social media for brand visibility.

Students and Beginners interested in exploring career opportunities in digital marketing and social media.

Session Objectives
  • achieving business and marketing goals. Identify Target Audience: Conduct basic research to identify and segment the target Establish Core Messaging: Define the brand's unique value proposition and core messaging to ensure all content is consistent and on-brand. Develop a Content Calendar: Plan, organize, and schedule content production and distribution using a practical content calendar framework. Understand Content Types: Recognize and utilize various content formats (e.g., blog posts, videos, infographics, short-form updates) and determine which are best suited for different platforms and audiences. Platform Differentiation: Explain the core features and unique content requirements of major social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn). Optimize Profiles: Set up and optimize basic business profiles on selected platforms, ensuring all elements (bio, profile picture, contact information) are complete and professional. Post Effectively: Craft compelling social media posts that include strong visuals, effective calls-to-action (CTAs), and relevant hashtags. Monitor Engagement: Understand key social media metrics (likes, shares, comments) and implement basic techniques to monitor and respond to audience engagement. Adhere to Best Practices: Follow basic ethical and legal guidelines for social media use, including respecting copyright and maintaining privacy. Track Performance: Identify basic social media analytics tools and understand how to track and report on content performance. Analyze Basic Metrics: Interpret key performance indicators (KPIs) like reach, impressions, and engagement rate. Apply Learnings: Use performance data to identify successful content and make iterative improvements to the ongoing content strategy.
About the Course

 

In today’s digital era, social media platforms such as Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram have become essential tools for personal branding, business marketing, and community engagement. This training course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to create compelling content, develop effective social media strategies, and maximize engagement across various platforms. The course combines fundamental principles of content strategy with hands-on techniques for content production and platform-specific optimization, ensuring participants can navigate the ever-evolving social media landscape with confidence

Curriculum & Topics

16 Topics | 48 Sessions

  • play Workshop 1.1: Overview of social media platforms (Facebook, TikTok, Instagram).

  • play Workshop 1.2: Importance of content strategy in social media marketing.

  • play Workshop 1.3: Key principles of engaging and impactful content.

  • play Workshop 2.1: Identifying target audiences and buyer personas.

  • play Workshop 2.2: Conducting audience research and analysis.

  • play Workshop 2.3: Tailoring content to meet audience needs and preferences.

  • play Workshop 3.1: Defining content goals and objectives.

  • play Workshop 3.2: Aligning content strategy with business objectives.

  • play Workshop 3.3: Developing a content calendar.

  • play Workshop 4.1: Establishing a consistent brand voice and tone.

  • play Workshop 4.2: Crafting messages that resonate with your audience.

  • play Workshop 4.3: Ensuring brand alignment across platforms.

  • play Workshop 5.1: Best practices for Facebook posts, stories, and videos.

  • play Workshop 5.2: Leveraging Facebook Groups for engagement.

  • play Workshop 5.3: Effective use of Facebook Ads for content promotion.

  • play Workshop 6.1: Understanding TikTok's algorithm and trends.

  • play Workshop 6.2: Creating short-form, engaging, and viral content.

  • play Workshop 6.3: Collaborating with influencers on TikTok.

  • play Workshop 7.1: Crafting visually appealing posts and stories.

  • play Workshop 7.2: Utilizing Instagram Reels for audience engagement.

  • play Workshop 7.3: Insights into Instagram Ads and shoppable content.

  • play Workshop 8.1: Tools and software for social media content creation.

  • play Workshop 8.2: Basics of photography, videography, and editing.

  • play Workshop 8.3: Optimizing content for different platforms.

  • play Workshop 9.1: Planning, scripting, and storyboarding for videos.

  • play Workshop 9.2: Shooting high-quality videos with basic equipment.

  • play Workshop 9.3: Editing videos for different social media platforms.

  • play Workshop 10.1: Introduction to design tools like Canva and Adobe Express.

  • play Workshop 10.2: Designing eye-catching graphics and infographics.

  • play Workshop 10.3: Creating templates for consistency.

  • play Workshop 11.1: Writing compelling captions and call-to-actions.

  • play Workshop 11.2: Techniques for storytelling in social media.

  • play Workshop 11.3: Balancing keywords and creativity in posts.

  • play Workshop 12.1: Best tools for scheduling and posting content.

  • play Workshop 12.2: Identifying optimal posting times for each platform.

  • play Workshop 12.3: Cross-platform content distribution strategies.

  • play Workshop 13.1: Metrics to track on Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram.

  • play Workshop 13.2: Tools for social media analytics and insights.

  • play Workshop 13.3: Using data to refine content strategy.

  • play Workshop 14.1: Staying ahead of evolving platform algorithms.

  • play Workshop 14.2: Exploring trends like live streaming, AR/VR, and social commerce.

  • play Workshop 14.3: Leveraging new features and tools on each platform.

  • play Workshop 15.1: Building and nurturing an online community.

  • play Workshop 15.2: Strategies for responding to comments and messages.

  • play Workshop 15.3: Managing and addressing negative feedback.

  • play Workshop 16.1: Combining content production with platform-specific strategies.

  • play Workshop 16.2: Budgeting and resource allocation for social media campaigns.

  • play Workshop 16.3: Creating a scalable social media marketing plan.

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$ 1,000


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Certificate of completion

Training manual

Reference materials

10 o'clock tea

Lunch

4 o'clock tea

Course Highlights
  • icon 5 Days Intensive Training

  • icon 16 Core Learning Topics

  • icon 48 Professional Sessions

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Payments can be made via bank transfer or bank draft payable to PB Institute of Research and Technology. For corporate-sponsored participants, a formal undertaking/Local Purchase Order (LPO) from the employer is required to secure a slot before the training commencement date.

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Most of our professional short courses are structured as intensive 5- or 10-day programs to minimize extended workplace absence while maximizing skill acquisition. We also offer compressed 1-to-3-day masterclasses.

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