National Institute for Social Media

With the digital landscape evolving rapidly and regulations tightening, staying on top of social media compliance isn't just smart – it's necessary. This fully-online course will help you learn how to protect your brand, navigate legal complexities, and build trust with your audience. Earn a "Compliance and Governance" certificate upon completion: https://buff.ly/3OQqqmJ * This course is for educational purposes only and should not replace legal advice #SocialMediaCompliance #SocialMediaCertificate #OnlineCourse

According to our 2024 Social Media Job Study findings, earning your SMS certification can open doors to promotions, raises, and exciting new opportunities. Ready to take the next step in your career? Register for the SMS exam or prep course today: https://buff.ly/2XUbKci #NISM #SMS #SocialMediaStrategist #ProfessionalDevelopment

Branded giveaways are a great way to grow your audience and boost engagement. From using hashtags to running creative contests, our latest blog shares tips to make your giveaways a success. Check it out! https://buff.ly/4iHExbQ #MarketingStrategy #Giveaway

Managing a marketing team with diverse backgrounds and levels of experience can be challenging. We've heard agency owners express the need for better insights into their team’s strengths, gaps, and educational foundations... and we listened. NISM Agency Certification aligns your team by providing reference materials and comprehensive coursework tailored to your specific goals, ensuring everyone is on the same page. Once 75% of your staff passes their SMS exam, your agency will earn the NISM Certified Agency badge – a powerful way to show clients your commitment to expertise and professional development. Learn more about how we can help strengthen your team today: https://buff.ly/34b4mgp #NISM #SocialMediaTraining #MarketingAgency

SMH. These 4 social media tips everyone swears by… just don’t work. https://buff.ly/4fMupMO

Start 2025 strong by earning your Social Media Strategist certification. Our next prep course begins January 6th, and with 56% of certified professionals reporting a promotion after certification, it’s the perfect step to advance your career. Check out our cohort class model here: https://buff.ly/3PZzB5t #SMS #SocialMediaCertification #ProfessionalDevelopment

If there’s one takeaway from our recent marketing conference, it’s this: Canva is STILL a go-to tool for marketing teams everywhere. Want to make it work even better for your team? Check out these tips! https://buff.ly/3Ilu2d6 #Canva

Looking for your next opportunity? 🎯 St. Petersburg College is hiring a Social Media Manager to lead their online presence. Check out the full job description and apply today. https://lnkd.in/gQN9-qfA

If you’ve been feeling the burnout creeping in, this conversation is for you. 💬 Robbie Schneider, SMS joins Christopher Barrows for Episode 2 of the Why I Social podcast to discuss her career in healthcare communication, the mental health challenges social media pros face, and her new book Social Media, Sanity & You, which “explores stress factors in tech-driven roles and offers solutions beyond bubble baths.” Tune in! Spotify: https://buff.ly/4fY3ygZ Libsyn: https://buff.ly/3ZiuMrt #SocialMediaPodcast #MentalHealth #Burnout

Borrowed media can be a game-changer for content creators — but it often comes at a cost. Enter Creative Commons: a solution that helps creators share their work while keeping control over how it's used. In our latest blog, Ben Rosenstiel, SMS breaks down what you need to know about Creative Commons licenses and how to use them responsibly. Read it here: https://buff.ly/3Zjf5jT #ContentCreation #CreativeCommons #Copyright #SocialMediaStrategy