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Must have graphic design skills for social media consultants

Sherrilynne Starkie

Great social media consultants don’t have to be RGD-certified, but they do need to have considerable design know-how. They should also have some basic design skills to bring to marketing and communications projects. It takes a lot of design knowledge to develop a social media strategy and plan a program.

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Social media: the ultimate skills cheat sheet

Sherrilynne Starkie

The term ‘social media consultant’ can mean different things to different people because there is a whole range of skills and talents on offer. The cheat sheet provides a summary of the key skills a well-rounded social media consultant should possess. Skills Why How. Research Skills.

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6 Content Marketing Skills You Need to Succeed in 2021

Sherrilynne Starkie

It looks like the WFH trend will continue throughout 2021 so here’s my top six content marketing skills you’ll need to succeed in 2021. Writing is a foundational skill required to convey ideas, persuade and build influence. Social networks are increasingly optimised to promote video content first.

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Top five: New features from social network giants

Sherrilynne Starkie

Top five: New features from social network giants. This week's top five social media must-know news includes new features from Facebook, Google, Instagram and Linkedin. LinkedIn has launched 'How You Match' a feature that lets users understand how their skills and experience matches potential employers' needs.

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7 Skills Every Marketing Student Should Learn And Why They Matter

SocMed Sean

Thanks to Kevin for sharing his insights on the skills that every marketer should learn. While a college degree is definitely a great place to learn the mechanics of marketing, these “soft” skills can be the difference between becoming a good marketer and a great marketer! Skill #1: Good Oral and Written Communication.

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26 Social Media Marketing Books to Advance Your Skills

agora pulse

To monitor social media algorithm updates, feature rollouts, and new tactics, you probably read blogs or watch explainer videos. But what about when you need to master a new-to-you social platform or develop your skills? Most social media managers write copy, but not all of us are at the “ridiculously good” level yet.

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9 Instagram Courses and Training to Boost Your Skills Fast (Free & Paid)

Hootsuite

Looking for ways to boost your professional Instagram skills? Taught by: Hootsuite’s internal social media marketing experts. What you’ll learn: How to build a social media strategy. Setting up + optimizing social media profiles. Get Started. Easily create, analyze, and schedule Instagram posts with Hootsuite.

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