Social Media Graphic Design -Instagram Post
- Design a branded social media post for Instagram
- Practice balancing visuals and text in small-format layouts
- Reinforce brand identity through storytelling and design
- Build digital fluency with social-first design strategies
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Scripture
Colossians 3:23 (HCSB) – “Whatever you do, do it enthusiastically, as something done for the Lord and not for men.”
Colossians 3:23 reminds us that nothing is too small when it’s done for the Lord.
Even a single social media post can reflect excellence by:
• Using clear, thoughtful wording
• Checking spelling and grammar
• Choosing colors and fonts that are readable
• Making sure the message is kind, truthful, and purposeful
Course Content
Mini Lesson – Social Media Design Tips
- Format Sizes:
Instagram Square: 1080 x 1080 px
- Key Elements:
- Bold headline or text
- High-contrast visuals
- Logo or watermark
- Consistent color scheme and font
- Simple, readable layout for scrolling users
Less is more—clean visuals > crowded text
Work Time – Build Your Social Media Graphic
Students create a post for their made-up brand, such as:
- A product drop or service announcement
- A promotional quote or seasonal message
- A flash sale or countdown
- A user-generated review graphic
- A “meet the brand” visual intro
Encourage exploration of:
- Icons
- Text overlays
- Color filters
Creative cropping
Homework
Create 3 ad designs in Illustrator
Submit final post designs (JPG or PNG)
“Who is this post speaking to?”
“Would you stop scrolling for this?”