This was such a helpful video. I just graduated in May with a degree in Communications and a double minor in Management and Integrated Marketing and I have felt stuck as far as resources and where to begin building my credentials. Thank you so much!
So true what you said, when building a personal portfolio, I have taken way to long building my own because I want my site to be perfect. Thank Your Latasha for you knowledge 🕉 🦋🙏🏼
Latasha I love this video it was well thought out and thorough. Definitely will be looking forward to more videos! A LinkedIn video is something I would love to see
What are roles one can do after social media manager? Like talking about long term. Is there a chance social media manager can rise to CMO/Marketing director over the years?
Hello! By chance did you happen to go to Western Michigan? I graduated with my degree in film video media studies and noticed the stage looked EXACTLY like miller auditorium! I funny enough just got hired for a position as a social media marketing coordinator here in Kalamazoo and was wondering if I could email you about some advice for the position I just was hired for! Thanks!
Thank you so much for this very helpful information ! Would love a session on LinkedIn. My social media site is a nonprofit group, but I found this information very helpful.
@@user-hq3zw1hm8h tbh if he/she's immediately giving up over some random comment that is slightly discouraging... then they probably didn't want to be a social media manager too much in the first place lmao
Something I've recently have been struggling with is understanding that "Just because you have a degree doesn't mean you're experienced enough to take on a role". Just wanted to say that I really appreciate your video and how informative it is. Thank you.
You're a RARE gem, sharing such valuable information! You are exactly what I needed, and I'm sure you're helping way more people thank you think! a HUGE thank you girl! Keep these videos up, and YES to LinkedIn!
I’m a student and want to start social media management freelancing but didn’t know where and how to start. That was really helpful and informative thank you
Hey Alya! Sounds really good - if you want to you can email me and send your portfolio for a social media managing internship. My mail is: business@sermene.com Looking forward hearing from you!
I am a social media marketing. I had my training. Unfortunately, it is hard to get this job online without work experience from the past. I think there are very small room for newbies to get hire.
Go to Fiverr and start an account (it's free). Post what you do (on Fiverr, they're called "gigs"). You should be able to get clients if you have skills to share. Good luck!
Was just hired as a social media manager without experience! WHAT!! My RUclips channel was enough for them to recruit me. Going to binge watch your channel.
I feel like this video was meant for me. My goal for 2020 is to finally pivot into working more on the Social Media Management side and less on general VA tasks! So thanks!!!
@@sisipinho So glad you enjoyed! And that's awesome to know! I could probably use some of your advice on getting gigs on Upwork. :) I find it's pretty hit or miss for me, but I know making a full-time income on there is possible.
@@thelatashajames well, I'd be glad to help! I love giving advice on Upwork since it's been working so well for me, but I've also been working through the platform for 6+ years, so I know things come easier for me now.
@sisipinho, hi. Can you give me some advice or training on how to use Upwork? I would love to learn. I hope you see this and respond. Thank you so much.
I notice a lot of people just flooding the media sources with content. Even if the content is subpar, it's like a spray and pray mentality. The Majority of top sites use tons of clickbait and sex appeal. It's the common short attention span denominator on hits.
When you worked in the customer service position, was it a remote job? Im interested in finding a job that deals with only chat/emails. Not sure where to find one. Everything I come across is phone only.
Thank you for this. Marketing grad into social media and content creating. Exactly what I was looking for as they don't teach you this in school lol Subbed!
Latasha this is so helpful thank you! Lost my job recently and was approached by someone to do their social media, linkedin and mailchimp. I am a graphic designer by trade so I'm cool with the design side of things but your video is really helping me get clear on managing social. Thinking of the offer as an exciting opportunity to use my skills and learn some new ones. Going to take a ton of research and study but I'm definitely excited to see what I can do. Long story short- Thank YOU!
I have a query. What was the time of your first job? I mean was it a 9-5 job and then you also worked on side hustles? How to find time and manage that? I work a 9-5 job and even though I try I can't work on side hustles. Although I have to spend solid 4 hours in transportation could be a fact but still.
Hey Latasha great video! I have a question. How do you manage clients social media when they are in a competitive/saturated market? I tried growing my last Instagram account, used hashtags and posted consistently. It didn’t go so well. I guess chalk it up to a learning experience
Latasha, i have a big question!! where do you get the images to create the content from a brand? you use free website images? you buy them from an stock page? can you buy a photo and then use it for a third-part? i would love if you could respond :)
Your videos are so good! I've searched most social media advice youtube pages and there's nothing that can compare. You're such a help for newbies who want to become social media managers/ freelance writters
I've been considering becoming a freelance social media manager, but I'm reluctant because I don't know if it will match my current income. Hopefully, it would be more. 😁Without disclosing your income, what is the salary range that one can make? I'm just wondering if it's worth it.
I'm actually going to be doing a video about that soon! I believe the nationwide average for an entry-level corporate SMM is about $50K. But I think it's much easier to give yourself a raise as a freelancer -- I had my first 5 figure month a couple months into freelancing full-time.
See I was gonna apply for one of these jobs , because the location that I am at ! But see me having to ask , what a social media manager is , probably would disqalifie me , I reckon huh ! Cause see I'm not really a city slicker , no disrespect , not " hate mail " cause I just started up myself pol
It’s crazy i ended up watching this on Christmas so merry Christmas lol and thanks for the info im still so confused on what direction i should go in tho
Hey! I am a 16-year old teenage girl and I'd love to see a Linkedin video! I currently run a travel blog and the social media platform for it, so I'd love to hear what you have to say to better my account!
Hey guys! My mentor is a top-level entrepreneur in the digital marketing space and we are looking for a social media manager that wants to learn how to get more clients for his/her business. Comment below if you are interested in learning more about this!
Hi there! First off, thank you so much for all this info! I have been in social media management for a few years now but am always looking to learn new skills and keep up with trends. Quick question - I have actually never heard of creating a social media portfolio, where and how would I start? I have insights on how I have grown brands on digital but what would that look like in a portfolio? I may have my mind stuck on a graphic design portfolio and that's why I am struggling to wrap my mind around it!
Wow! What a great video! Super helpful & well put together. So grateful for people like you who have it figured out & share their knowledge with people that don't. Great job on getting there!
I would love to be able to talk to you directly. I kinda just landed in doing what I'm doing but I need a little more help and guidance. Please and thank you
Hey Latasha, Just wondering. If you have any detailed video on contracts towards client hiring for Social Media Management and what is the facebook group called? I can't find it
hey girl, i’m so nervous because i actually have an interview for a social media marketing manager. i’m pretty overwhelmed because i didn’t think i’d actually get one since i don’t have a background or anything in social media just have my own branding / blog on instagram. i’m so nervous that i’m so underqualified!!!
thanks for the insightful video Latasha, i just sent you a connect request on Linkedin and hope to read more of your content there, too. Love what you do! Also, xoxo from Michigan. (I am from Malcomb, it's on the other side of Kalamazoo)!
This was really helpful! I work at a nonprofit and have become the de factor SM manager and I really believe in the power of SM for nonprofits but I'm still learning how to make it effective so this kind of info is very much appreciated.
I really want to pick up the camera again... and I feel like I’ve gelled what I want to do as a career. Thank you for helping with that. I’m a COMM major, and I love socializing with people. I have management experience, but more importantly I like to train those who want to fill my position.
I love how fashionable social media management is now :) happy to be a part of this expertise! It’s also really empowering to see women in this line of work, we need more diversity in every aspect of marketing! Thanks girl! 🥰
Hey Latasha, thanks for the video..I have a question, how much does the avg intern make in California for social media management and how quickly can they get to a 55-60k salary after internship?
Thank you sweetheart. I got very lucky and landed a social media marketing job just recently and im brushing up on it as I did the college course a while ago so I need updating. I invested in udemy :) cant wait to study it again knowing I can use it right away !!
It finally made sense to try it out, specially because I'm starting my own business♡! I am discovering ways to make money with my face painting talent. Thanks to you I'm taking my business to the next level! ☆ My dream life goal is to become a Successful Hustlin'Boss! 🙌
This is very informative!! As a recent grad, this is very helpful! My graduate program really studied Hubspot quite a lot and it was very beneficial when it comes to social media marketing! Why have I not found you sooner!! Best of luck!
Definitely did a portfolio project for an aunts business, for about 3 months. 1. She got 25 extra ENGAGED followers In one month and plus I was able to get that data, honestly a lot of my potential clients are impressed by it.
I could definitely do with a LinkedIn video! Thanks as always.
Awesome, I'll be sure to make that soon. :) Thanks for watching!
"dont always work for free"
me here working for free for my second unpaid social media internship
Shiv you’ll get your dream job soon enough babe
Me too. It sucks tbh
@@kenyagrant2727 👍🤝
Cool 🤣😂. Building portfolio is also like an asset so indirectly you are not working for free.
@@quantumcinq2761 100% agree
This was such a helpful video. I just graduated in May with a degree in Communications and a double minor in Management and Integrated Marketing and I have felt stuck as far as resources and where to begin building my credentials. Thank you so much!
I am a filmmaker and people want me to help them with their IG, like a whole account, but doing that for clients is another level.
So true what you said, when building a personal portfolio, I have taken way to long building my own because I want my site to be perfect. Thank Your Latasha for you knowledge 🕉 🦋🙏🏼
Latasha I love this video it was well thought out and thorough. Definitely will be looking forward to more videos! A LinkedIn video is something I would love to see
Well, how to start in making a portfolio?
Your videos have been so helpful! Thank you!
Great tips & Info. I'm planning to start on the community manager. I studies communications. Thank you! Regards from Baja México. :).
You are amazing, thank you so much for the great tips.
Love the video and learnt so much
Your "how to be a social media manager" link doesn't work.
Yes, please do a full video on LinkedIn
I did :) ruclips.net/video/9xVaobwjcwQ/видео.html
@@thelatashajames my bad 😂
What are roles one can do after social media manager? Like talking about long term. Is there a chance social media manager can rise to CMO/Marketing director over the years?
Hello! By chance did you happen to go to Western Michigan? I graduated with my degree in film video media studies and noticed the stage looked EXACTLY like miller auditorium! I funny enough just got hired for a position as a social media marketing coordinator here in Kalamazoo and was wondering if I could email you about some advice for the position I just was hired for! Thanks!
Thank you so much for this very helpful information ! Would love a session on LinkedIn. My social media site is a nonprofit group, but I found this information very helpful.
Linked in video
A great free tip for all - "Always remember: you are unique, just like everyone else..."
Thanks to you, I accept the fact that I may never become a social media manager.
@@mitchshobbies9834 hey! Don’t give up!
Lol
Bummer
@@user-hq3zw1hm8h tbh if he/she's immediately giving up over some random comment that is slightly discouraging... then they probably didn't want to be a social media manager too much in the first place lmao
Something I've recently have been struggling with is understanding that "Just because you have a degree doesn't mean you're experienced enough to take on a role". Just wanted to say that I really appreciate your video and how informative it is. Thank you.
So true!
Real practice on the field is the key factor not the degree.
You're a RARE gem, sharing such valuable information! You are exactly what I needed, and I'm sure you're helping way more people thank you think! a HUGE thank you girl! Keep these videos up, and YES to LinkedIn!
This was posted in 2019. Great content but why change the title to 2022? Wow.
I’m a student and want to start social media management freelancing but didn’t know where and how to start. That was really helpful and informative thank you
That's awesome!
me too I want to start social media mngt
Have You Started On Not?
Hey Alya! Sounds really good - if you want to you can email me and send your portfolio for a social media managing internship.
My mail is: business@sermene.com
Looking forward hearing from you!
@@sb3010syd Hi! Not sure if you are still looking for interns but I would love to reach out in case you are, I am a student as well!
I am a social media marketing. I had my training. Unfortunately, it is hard to get this job online without work experience from the past. I think there are very small room for newbies to get hire.
Go to Fiverr and start an account (it's free). Post what you do (on Fiverr, they're called "gigs"). You should be able to get clients if you have skills to share.
Good luck!
nice way to get all of the clients for yourself 😂
Was just hired as a social media manager without experience! WHAT!! My RUclips channel was enough for them to recruit me. Going to binge watch your channel.
I feel like this video was meant for me. My goal for 2020 is to finally pivot into working more on the Social Media Management side and less on general VA tasks! So thanks!!!
oh and all my income rn IS on Upwork ;)
@@sisipinho So glad you enjoyed! And that's awesome to know! I could probably use some of your advice on getting gigs on Upwork. :) I find it's pretty hit or miss for me, but I know making a full-time income on there is possible.
@@thelatashajames well, I'd be glad to help! I love giving advice on Upwork since it's been working so well for me, but I've also been working through the platform for 6+ years, so I know things come easier for me now.
@sisipinho, hi. Can you give me some advice or training on how to use Upwork? I would love to learn. I hope you see this and respond. Thank you so much.
Yes for the full LinkedIn video!
I notice a lot of people just flooding the media sources with content. Even if the content is subpar, it's like a spray and pray mentality. The Majority of top sites use tons of clickbait and sex appeal. It's the common short attention span denominator on hits.
I would love a full episode (or series?! 🙏🏻) on LinkedIn ❤️
I was inspired with your video. I'm glad to saw it. On Tuesday I'm gonna share my experience to be a social media manager hope you watch it. Thanks :)
When you worked in the customer service position, was it a remote job? Im interested in finding a job that deals with only chat/emails. Not sure where to find one. Everything I come across is phone only.
No, my job wasn't remote. Check out job boards and search for 'remote chat agent jobs', I tend to see quite a few of them come through!
Thank you for this. Marketing grad into social media and content creating. Exactly what I was looking for as they don't teach you this in school lol
Subbed!
Where do you suggest placing your portfolio like what platform and how would that look? Do you have any examples?
Thank you! This was very helpful ☺️
I started my agency almost one year ago and I feel like it’s time to improve 🙌🏼
Awesome! Thanks for watching :)
Yes a whole episode on LinkedIn!
glad to see this video. I really want to become SMM
Wow! Thank you so much for all the wonderful information Latasha! Your video was jam-packed full of such great information.
Extremely informative. I would love that LinkedIn video as I know I have to clean up and update my account. Thank you so much Latasha!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed.. and you got it. I'll definitely work on that soon. :)
Latasha this is so helpful thank you! Lost my job recently and was approached by someone to do their social media, linkedin and mailchimp. I am a graphic designer by trade so I'm cool with the design side of things but your video is really helping me get clear on managing social. Thinking of the offer as an exciting opportunity to use my skills and learn some new ones. Going to take a ton of research and study but I'm definitely excited to see what I can do. Long story short- Thank YOU!
I have a query. What was the time of your first job? I mean was it a 9-5 job and then you also worked on side hustles? How to find time and manage that? I work a 9-5 job and even though I try I can't work on side hustles. Although I have to spend solid 4 hours in transportation could be a fact but still.
Hey Latasha great video! I have a question. How do you manage clients social media when they are in a competitive/saturated market? I tried growing my last Instagram account, used hashtags and posted consistently. It didn’t go so well. I guess chalk it up to a learning experience
Latasha, i have a big question!! where do you get the images to create the content from a brand? you use free website images? you buy them from an stock page? can you buy a photo and then use it for a third-part? i would love if you could respond :)
Your videos are so good! I've searched most social media advice youtube pages and there's nothing that can compare. You're such a help for newbies who want to become social media managers/ freelance writters
So happy to hear that, thanks!
It was a great video!
I've been considering becoming a freelance social media manager, but I'm reluctant because I don't know if it will match my current income. Hopefully, it would be more. 😁Without disclosing your income, what is the salary range that one can make? I'm just wondering if it's worth it.
I'm actually going to be doing a video about that soon! I believe the nationwide average for an entry-level corporate SMM is about $50K. But I think it's much easier to give yourself a raise as a freelancer -- I had my first 5 figure month a couple months into freelancing full-time.
Dude I can watch these all day.
Hello Latasha, your work is incredible, but do you offer certificates for completing this your course on youtube?
Im seeing this video after 1 year and it is great for me to start with, thank you.
I’m half way through this video and it has helped me soooo much already. Just subscribed!
See I was gonna apply for one of these jobs , because the location that I am at ! But see me having to ask , what a social media manager is , probably would disqalifie me , I reckon huh ! Cause see I'm not really a city slicker , no disrespect , not " hate mail " cause I just started up myself pol
It’s crazy i ended up watching this on Christmas so merry Christmas lol and thanks for the info im still so confused on what direction i should go in tho
Would love to watch a video about setting up a LinkedIn profile to function as a portfolio! Did you end up creating this video?
Hey! I am a 16-year old teenage girl and I'd love to see a Linkedin video! I currently run a travel blog and the social media platform for it, so I'd love to hear what you have to say to better my account!
Awesome! I have a couple up now if you search “Latasha james LinkedIn” they should pop up!
Hey guys! My mentor is a top-level entrepreneur in the digital marketing space and we are looking for a social media manager that wants to learn how to get more clients for his/her business.
Comment below if you are interested in learning more about this!
Hi there! First off, thank you so much for all this info! I have been in social media management for a few years now but am always looking to learn new skills and keep up with trends.
Quick question - I have actually never heard of creating a social media portfolio, where and how would I start? I have insights on how I have grown brands on digital but what would that look like in a portfolio? I may have my mind stuck on a graphic design portfolio and that's why I am struggling to wrap my mind around it!
Wow! What a great video! Super helpful & well put together. So grateful for people like you who have it figured out & share their knowledge with people that don't. Great job on getting there!
This was great , sharing such insight entails an applause!!!! helps me to start from zero.
I would love to be able to talk to you directly. I kinda just landed in doing what I'm doing but I need a little more help and guidance. Please and thank you
Very informative, Great video! Yes, LinkedIn, please.
Thank you so much for your insights, this is my biggest goal in 2021!
Hey Latasha☺️ thanks for all this useful biz information, lookin forward to check your links below
This was such a good video!
I had to like this video you were at 666 lol Good info thanks for the info, I'm building my site as well in Digital Marketing in Orlando
Off topic, but you are stunningly beautiful. God bless 🌹
Thank you so much 🤗
You need to have a really strong portfolio to get this job. If not, this job is just a dream.
Thank you so much for the lesson, I learned a lot! I really feel your willingness to share knowledge to others
She's awesome!
Great post! I love it, this is what we're doing as well! Keep up the hard work!
Great tips, Latasha! Thanks for sharing!
Such a good video!
I think a LinkedIn video would be amazing.
Hey Latasha, Just wondering. If you have any detailed video on contracts towards client hiring for Social Media Management and what is the facebook group called? I can't find it
hi, ice and interesting. Please what kind of free tools do you use to edit your videos and create a good content?
hey girl, i’m so nervous because i actually have an interview for a social media marketing manager. i’m pretty overwhelmed because i didn’t think i’d actually get one since i don’t have a background or anything in social media just have my own branding / blog on instagram. i’m so nervous that i’m so underqualified!!!
You got this 👏🏿👏🏿
Can I become social media manager?I am a teacher by profession.
I am unable to focus on what she is saying, because she is so beautiful :D
thanks for the insightful video Latasha, i just sent you a connect request on Linkedin and hope to read more of your content there, too. Love what you do! Also, xoxo from Michigan. (I am from Malcomb, it's on the other side of Kalamazoo)!
thanks! you're awesome for sharing this info and experience
I'm 14 and I want to start up a business around this topic so I just want to thank you for giving out all this information. It really helps.
hey! i wanna start it too, give me your instagram if you don’t mind and we could support each other !
@@user-nm8de2jn4w what is your instagram? I want to join too. 16 years old.
Anyone know any good way to actually approach your future client?
If you have that LinkedIn video please let me know!💕
i love your video about how to become a social media manager in 2020
Hi Latasha, have you ever made a video on how to make your LinkedIn amazing? Also, any videos on building your portfolio?
Yes to both! Just search Latasha James LinkedIn and Latasha James Portfolio and they should come up! Hope they help :)
Your voice is killing me.
so stop watching/listening?
@@thelatashajames I did lmao
Those were some great tips!!
THANK YOU Latasha..
my chrismas tree its been up for 2 and half years my mom even put some flowers on to make it " more spring looking" its so funny
So what does a social media portfolio look like? Do you have an example?
Skip to 2:49 for the primary point.
Thanks for this. It's very helpful or beginners.
So helpful!
This was really helpful! I work at a nonprofit and have become the de factor SM manager and I really believe in the power of SM for nonprofits but I'm still learning how to make it effective so this kind of info is very much appreciated.
That's awesome! SM is perfect for any business!
i don't know why but you're so familar
I really want to pick up the camera again... and I feel like I’ve gelled what I want to do as a career. Thank you for helping with that. I’m a COMM major, and I love socializing with people. I have management experience, but more importantly I like to train those who want to fill my position.
Ich habe * hack_hacktech * bestätigt, weil es ein Hacker im Instergramm ist. Ich rate dir, zu ihm zu gehen
Super useful. I'm going to go through this again. Thank you for sharing!
You rock! Thank you so much for putting this out, so helpful to young business owners
Nice video. Thanks for an informative video.
Thank you so much for these insights
I love how fashionable social media management is now :) happy to be a part of this expertise!
It’s also really empowering to see women in this line of work, we need more diversity in every aspect of marketing! Thanks girl! 🥰
Hey Latasha, thanks for the video..I have a question, how much does the avg intern make in California for social media management and how quickly can they get to a 55-60k salary after internship?
Thank you sweetheart. I got very lucky and landed a social media marketing job just recently and im brushing up on it as I did the college course a while ago so I need updating. I invested in udemy :) cant wait to study it again knowing I can use it right away !!
hey, was this social media marketing job your first marketing job and did you find it hard to get this job? And how long did it take you?
It finally made sense to try it out, specially because I'm starting my own business♡! I am discovering ways to make money with my face painting talent. Thanks to you I'm taking my business to the next level! ☆ My dream life goal is to become a Successful Hustlin'Boss! 🙌
The content is good but you speak so fast and in a rush
Your speed is kind of distractive
you can use the settings (gear icon in the lower right corner) to decrease the speed!
SocialBu is also interesting to try.
This is very informative!! As a recent grad, this is very helpful! My graduate program really studied Hubspot quite a lot and it was very beneficial when it comes to social media marketing! Why have I not found you sooner!! Best of luck!
Definitely did a portfolio project for an aunts business, for about 3 months. 1. She got 25 extra ENGAGED followers In one month and plus I was able to get that data, honestly a lot of my potential clients are impressed by it.