Instagram reels are one of the most popular mediums that companies and influencers use to grow their following and there are so many great tools out there to help you with your content creation experience. In this blog article, I’m sharing some of my top tips on how to create Instagram reels that will gain you optimal performance. Keep on reading to learn more!

#1 Create engaging thumbnails! On Instagram, people are always scrolling through their feed and clicking on different posts. Having an engaging thumbnail can get your ideal audience members click on your reel over others. A great thumbnail would include a captivating image, easy to ready copy, and an appropriate call to action.

#2 Always add text overlay to your posts! Adding text overlay throughout your reel on a timer helps to keep the viewer engaged and keeps the reel fun and exciting. Many people will use the text overlay to educate their users, add personality to their brand, or just for simple messaging.

#3 Add stickers and music (when relevant) to help create personality to your reels! This is always good to help create a personality on Instagram to increase your brand awareness.

#4 Don’t be afraid to use photos to create a Instagram reel. You can create a Instagram reel using a myriad of photos