TL;DR: Seedance for Social Media

TikTok: 9:16 vertical, 5-15s, trending aesthetic, hook in first second Instagram Reels: 9:16 vertical, 15-30s, polished aesthetic, lifestyle focus YouTube Shorts: 9:16 vertical, 15-60s, educational or entertaining LinkedIn: 16:9 landscape, 15-30s, professional business content Key insight: Each platform has different aesthetic - use platform-specific prompts

Same Seedance tool. Completely different approach for each platform.

Here's how to create content that fits each social media algorithm and audience.

TikTok

What Works on TikTok

Algorithm prefers:

• Strong hook in first 1-2 seconds

• Native-feeling (not overly produced)

• Trend-aligned content

• Vertical 9:16 format

• 7-15 seconds optimal

• Authentic energy

Audience expects:

• Entertainment first

• Raw or slightly imperfect = more trustworthy

• Fast-paced

• Relatable scenarios

TikTok Seedance Prompts

Hook-first content:

Trend-based:

Educational hook:

Product showcase TikTok-style:

TikTok Workflow

Best approach:

1. Film yourself talking (raw footage)

2. Use Seedance for supporting visuals

3. Combine in CapCut

4. Add trending audio

5. Post

Why hybrid: Your face builds audience. Seedance elevates visual quality.

Instagram Reels

What Works on Instagram Reels

Algorithm prefers:

• Polished but not corporate

• Strong first frame (thumbnail matters)

• Aesthetic alignment with creator

• 15-30 seconds sweet spot

• Saves and shares prioritized

Audience expects:

• Higher production value than TikTok

• Aspirational content

• Beautiful visuals

• Lifestyle alignment

Instagram Reels Prompts

Aesthetic lifestyle:

Product in lifestyle:

Fashion/style content:

Food content:

Instagram Carousels → Video

Strategy: Turn static carousels into video

Prompt:

Sequence of [topic]

YouTube Shorts

What Works on YouTube Shorts

Algorithm prefers:

• High completion rate (watch to end)

• Click-through from thumbnail

• Educational or entertaining

• 30-60 seconds optimal

• Strong title shown in video

Audience expects:

• More informative than TikTok

• Value delivery

• Can be slightly longer

• Rewatchable content

YouTube Shorts Prompts

Educational content:

How-to demonstration:

Listicle content:

[Scene 1] Item 1 visual, clean text-friendly background
[Scene 2] Item 2 visual, consistent aesthetic
[Scene 3] Item 3 visual, same style
[Scene 4]

Entertainment Shorts:

LinkedIn Video

What Works on LinkedIn

Algorithm prefers:

• Professional insight

• Native video (uploaded not linked)

• 15-30 seconds

• Landscape or square format

• Business value

Audience expects:

• Professional context

• Business insights

• Success stories

• Industry relevance

LinkedIn Prompts

Professional thought leadership:

Business insight visualization:

Team and culture:

Success story:

Platform Comparison: Format Guide

Quick Reference

TikTok:

• Format: 9:16 vertical

• Duration: 7-15 seconds

• Style: Raw, authentic, trendy

• Hook: Immediate (first second)

Instagram Reels:

• Format: 9:16 vertical

• Duration: 15-30 seconds

• Style: Polished, aesthetic, aspirational

• Hook: First 3 seconds

YouTube Shorts:

• Format: 9:16 vertical

• Duration: 30-60 seconds

• Style: Informative, entertaining, value-driven

• Hook: Title + first 5 seconds

LinkedIn:

• Format: 16:9 landscape or 1:1 square

• Duration: 15-30 seconds

• Style: Professional, insightful

• Hook: First visual + caption

Cross-Platform Strategy

Create Once, Post Everywhere

Workflow:

1. Generate 9:16 vertical version (covers TikTok + Instagram + YouTube Shorts)

2. Generate 16:9 landscape version (LinkedIn + YouTube standard)

3. Minor platform-specific adjustments

4. Post to all platforms

Time: 30 minutes → content for 5 platforms

Platform-Specific Adjustments

Same core video, different:

• Caption/copy style

• Hashtag strategy

• Posting time

• Thumbnail

• Audio (different trending sounds per platform)

Content Calendar with Seedance

Weekly Structure

Monday: Educational content (LinkedIn + YouTube Shorts)

Wednesday: Entertainment/lifestyle (TikTok + Instagram)

Friday: Product/brand (all platforms)

Weekly total: 9 videos across all platforms in ~2 hours work

Viral Optimization Tips

What Makes AI Videos Shareable

Surprise factor:

Satisfying completion:

Beautiful visuals:

Relatable scenarios:

Adding Personal Touch

Hybrid content performs best:

• Film yourself (authentic connection)

• Seedance for stunning b-roll/visuals

• CapCut combine + add audio

• Result: Professional + Personal

Pure AI content works for: Brand accounts, product showcases, abstract content

Personal + AI works for: Creator accounts, personal brands, thought leadership

Posting Strategy

Best Times to Post

TikTok: 7-9am, 12-3pm, 7-11pm (local time) Instagram: 8-9am, 12pm, 5-6pm weekdays YouTube Shorts: Any time (algorithm-driven more than time) LinkedIn: 8-10am, 12pm Tuesday-Thursday

Captions That Work

TikTok: Short punchy, question or statement, 3-5 hashtags Instagram: Longer storytelling, 10-20 hashtags, CTAYouTube Shorts: Descriptive title matters most LinkedIn: Professional insight, connect video to lesson, minimal hashtags

Frequently Asked Questions

Can one Seedance video work on all platforms?

Generate in 9:16 for mobile platforms. Create separate 16:9 for LinkedIn/YouTube. Minor format adjustment, not different videos.

Which platform should I start with?

TikTok if building audience from zero (most discoverability). Instagram if you have existing following. LinkedIn if B2B focused.

How often should I post AI content?

3-5 times per week per platform is sustainable with Seedance. Daily is possible with batch creation.

Will audiences know it's AI?

Some will. Most won't if quality is good. Many platforms are becoming AI-content-friendly as it becomes normal.

Does AI content perform worse than human-filmed?

Not necessarily. Many AI-enhanced creators outperform average human-filmed accounts. Quality and value matter more than production method.

Can I monetize AI social media content?

Yes, with conditions. Check each platform's terms. YouTube, TikTok, Instagram all allow AI content generally. Disclose if required.

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