Course Curriculum

Instagram (Beginners & Advanced): Fast Track Training

3sections
41lectures
1h 16mtotal

What you’ll learn

  • How to master Instagram Advanced Strategies

  • Generate leads and sales using Instagram Advanced Strategies

  • Setup and run Instagram Advanced campaigns in any niche

  • Master the Instagram Advanced Platform

01

Instagram For (Beginners): Fast Track Training

20 lectures • 36min

  • Overview - Beginners

    Learn to set up and optimize Instagram account for creating and sharing visual content on mobile or desktop, grow your following, and direct audiences to your website and opt-in list.

    1:33

  • Set Up Your Account

    Sign up for Instagram using an email and password, or through your Facebook account, then link Instagram and Facebook in the Facebook business manager to enable advertising tool synergies.

    1:03

  • Profile Set Up

    Set up your Instagram profile on mobile or desktop by uploading a profile photo, selecting a single link to a landing page, and writing a hashtag-ready bio.

    2:07

  • Profile Privacy

    Learn to manage privacy and security on Instagram for business, including private accounts, activity status, and comment controls. Download and review your data with instant changes and support guidance.

    1:52

  • Link Trees

    Discover how to use a link tree to share multiple Instagram bio links, create a free IDE Link account, and add YouTube and SoundCloud items on a mobile-friendly page.

    2:05

  • Opt-In Form

    Create a simple opt-in form hosted by your email service provider or autoresponder (GetResponse) to grow your Instagram email list. Publish, shorten the link, and place it in your bio.

    2:32

  • Making Connections

    Follow back and expand your audience by connecting with your existing followers, discovering new people, and linking contacts or Facebook to boost reach and shares.

    1:39

  • Content Creation Tools

    Explore free and paid tools for Instagram image and video content across desktop and mobile, with Cannava.com specializing in templates and sizing, plus a pro version for brand colors.

    2:08

  • Desktop Video - Part 1 - Capture Camera

    Capture webcam video on desktop using Camtasia, format for the highest definition, then crop to a square or rectangle for Instagram to guide final production of optimized social video.

    2:35

  • Desktop Video - Part 2 - Capture Screen

    Capture screen video for Instagram using desktop tools like Snagit and Sparkle to create animated whiteboard videos, selecting a capture region and square or rectangular dimensions for the Instagram size.

    2:22

  • Desktop Screen Shot

    Capture desktop screenshots on Mac or PC using the snipping tool or Snaggle to annotate, then resize the image for correct Instagram appearance.

    1:26

  • Mobile Application

    Access Instagram on iOS or Android from the app store, sign up or log in on a mobile device, and observe news feed differences and Facebook integration.

    1:28

  • Mobile Video Creation

    Master mobile screen video creation by using built-in screen recording on iOS, swipe up to the control panel and tap record, and by using simple capture apps on Android.

    1:10

  • Mobile Screen Shot

    Learn how to capture a mobile screen on Android and iOS devices. View the screenshot in the bottom left and annotate by uploading the image to Canberra for final use.

    0:55

  • Image Posts - Part 1

    Design Instagram posts with Canva templates by adding text and selecting a template, then download the image to your camera roll and post with a caption and filter.

    1:52

  • Image Posts - Part 2

    Resize an existing image for Instagram, then copy, rename, and resize the version on desktop. Download the image to your camera roll, open Instagram, apply filters and caption, and post.

    1:38

  • Story Post Creation

    Create an Instagram story post by arranging a rectangular, multi-image series seen one after another, using Cannava to design pages, then upload, filter, caption, and share.

    2:10

  • Story Posts

    Learn to add posts to your story from your profile, share them, view them in order, and remove unwanted images using the more options menu.

    1:37

  • A Note About Story Posts

    Learn how to keep Instagram story posts beyond 24 hours by turning them into highlights. Discover how to add posts to a story for both mobile and desktop viewing.

    1:48

  • Creating Highlights

    Create an Instagram story highlight cover, choose an element, save the cover to your device, archive the story, and add the cover as a permanent highlight on your profile.

    2:06
02

Instagram (Advanced): Fast Track Training

20 lectures • 39min

  • Overview - Advanced

    Promote your Instagram account by creating content, using promotional posting tools, leveraging Zappia, and integrating with WordPress and Shopify, plus paid advertising and analytics tools.

    0:57

  • Using Instagram Nametags

    Learn to promote your Instagram with the name tag, accessed in settings, by downloading and customizing a scannable image for quick follows and marketing.

    1:21

  • Using Tailwind

    Discover how to automate Instagram posting with Tailwind. Connect your business account, install the Chrome extension, and schedule posts to batch-create content.

    2:13

  • Instagram Video Uploads

    Upload Instagram videos from the desktop via the IJI TV tab, select a 15-second to 10-minute video, create a cover, add a title and description, and post or save draft.

    2:17

  • Sharing Content on Instagram - Part 1

    Learn how to responsibly share others' Instagram content using a repost app, including obtaining permission, copying a link, adding attribution, and posting to your profile.

    1:48

  • Sharing Content on Instagram

    Learn to share content on Instagram by capturing a screenshot with Snagit, obtaining permission, transferring the image to Canva, and posting from your mobile camera roll.

    1:47

  • Sharing Instagram Content to Facebook

    Share your Instagram content directly to a Facebook page with a single button, and manage cross-posting by selecting a connected page or creating a new one.

    0:56

  • Zapier Connections to Facebook

    Learn how to link your instagram to facebook using the zappia connector to auto-post new instagram media to a facebook page, including connecting accounts, testing, and selecting pages.

    2:58

  • Zapier Integration To Pinterest

    Discover how to automate cross-posting from Instagram to Pinterest with Zappia: connect Pinterest, select a board, test the post, and enable the zap for automatic sharing.

    2:10

  • Zapier Integration With Twitter

    Connect your Instagram and Twitter accounts through Zapier or Zappia, authorize the apps, and enable automatic cross-posting of Instagram photos to Twitter with optional tweet text.

    2:36

  • Zapier Media Archiving To Google Drive and To Dropbox

    Learn to archive Instagram media by connecting Google Drive or Dropbox with Zapier, set a new post trigger, upload files, and verify a successful test.

    2:01

  • Instagram to Wordpress Integration

    Connect Instagram to WordPress via Zapier to automatically post new photos as blog entries. Set the trigger to new media, connect WordPress, and verify a test post.

    1:48

  • WordPress Integrations to Instagram

    Discover how to install and activate a trusted Instagram plugin in WordPress, connect your Instagram account, and display an up to date Instagram feed on your site via a shortcode.

    2:12

  • Using Influencer Sites

    Use influencer sites such as Shout Cart to secure shoutouts and reviews that spotlight your Instagram profile and brand to your niche.

    2:02

  • Monetizing Your Instagram Following

    Monetize your Instagram following by promoting links, securing sponsorships, and using affiliate programs like Amazon Influencers and ClickBank, while building engaging content to grow your audience.

    2:41

  • Note on the Shopify Integration

    Explore setting up the Shopify integration with Instagram, requiring a paid Shopify plan, a Facebook channel, and selling physical products only. Follow Facebook commerce policy; digital products are prohibited.

    1:57

  • Direct Messaging and Group Chat

    Learn to use Instagram to send direct messages and create group chats, including starting messages, assembling a group, naming the chat, and reaching contacts within the app.

    1:32

  • Sponsored Posts

    Promote Instagram posts from stories and photo, video, carousel, and collection posts by using the profile promotions tool, connecting Facebook, and setting destination, audience, budget, and duration.

    2:38

  • Instagram Ads

    Access post insights to gauge likes, interactions, reach, and profile visits, then review views and audience retention to decide whether to promote with ads and assess overall Instagram activity.

    1:46

  • Conclusion - Advanced

    Create promotional content for your Instagram profile with name tags. Use Tailwind to plan, run ads, auto post via Zap Year, and cross post to WordPress.

    1:06
03

Bonus Lecture: New Product List

1 lecture • 2min

  • Bonus Lecture: New Product List

    Combine beginner and advanced fast track training into one course, priced at 29.99, with life access for existing students. Download the resource list and explore new courses and Udemy offers.

    1:31