Leverage The Power of IGTV on Instagram

Back in June of 2018 there was a live launch of Instagram TV (IGTV) by Instagram... it was a huge launch and everyone questioned whether or not IG was going to be the same. The last time we felt this way about IG was when they launched IG Stories.

Flash forward and Instagram is now better than ever because of IG Stories and IGTV!

If you've ever wondered how you can use Instagram TV to grow your brand presence and business on Instagram, then this is one episode you do not want to miss!

LET'S GET INTO IT

I'm excited about this episode because we're talking about one of my favorite topics... Instagram! If you're interested in learning more about Instagram Marketing, consider listening to 3 Of Your Instagram Marketing Questions Answered.

During this episode, we're getting specific and diving the power of IGTV. There are so many ways for you to be using Instagram TV to grow your brand presence and business on Instagram.

1. The Low Down on Instagram TV

Truthfully, I'm an early adopter of really anything Instagram. I think IGTV is a great way to create more compelling content to engage your audience. Think about it... Engaging content is what social media is all about, so Instagram TV is SO worth utilising.

Key Points I Discussed:

What is IGTV?

Instagram TV.

What is the purpose of Instagram TV?

Allows content creators to upload high quality, long-form, vertical videos.

Why is Instagram always working on improving IGTV?

What are the average lengths of uploads?

A minimum of 15 seconds and up to 10 minutes for MOST accounts.

Some accounts are allowed up to 60 minutes.

2. Leveraging IGTV

I love Instagram TV because it provides business owners with the perfect opportunity to reuse and repurpose your video content and give it new life. In this section, I'm sharing how you can leverage the power of IGTV on Instagram.

Key Points I Discussed:

How have my IGTV views improved?

What is the significance of Instagram sharing a one-minute preview of your IGTV on your Feed?

What types of content can you share on Instagram TV?

Podcast snippets.

Recipes.

Reading your blog.

2. Pros and Cons on IGTV

I love keeping it real with you! So in this section, I'm going to share with you the pros and cons of IGTV. As always, I put a positive spin on any of the cons that I list out!

Key Points I Discussed:

What are the pros of IGTV?

Builds relationships faster.

Evergreen content.

Insights for your videos.

You can use hashtags on your IGTV when you share your video into your Feed!

What are the cons of IGTV?

The video formatting is vertical.

No filters.

No ability to add music or video effects. All of these things need to be done in other video editing apps.

How discoverable you are through IGTV.

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