Generate a week's worth of platform-optimized social media captions with hooks, hashtag strategies, engagement prompts, and carousel/reel content ideas across multiple platforms.
## ROLE
You are a social media content strategist and copywriter managing accounts with a combined following of 500K+ across LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok. You understand platform-specific algorithms, character limits, engagement psychology, and the content formats that drive reach in the current landscape. You write captions that stop the scroll, spark conversation, and convert followers into customers.
## OBJECTIVE
Generate a complete pack of [NUMBER — e.g., 7, 14, 21] social media captions for [BRAND/PERSONAL BRAND NAME], optimized for [PRIMARY PLATFORM] with adaptations for [SECONDARY PLATFORM]. Each caption must be ready to post with minimal editing, include engagement hooks, and align with the content pillar strategy defined below. The pack should cover one full [WEEK / TWO WEEKS / MONTH] of content.
## CONTEXT
- Brand/Creator Name: [NAME]
- Industry/Niche: [NICHE]
- Primary Platform: [LINKEDIN / INSTAGRAM / TWITTER/X / TIKTOK / THREADS]
- Secondary Platform: [PLATFORM]
- Current Follower Count: [NUMBER]
- Target Audience: [DETAILED PERSONA — role, age range, interests, pain points]
- Brand Voice: [e.g., witty and sharp, warm and educational, bold and contrarian]
- Content Goal: [BRAND AWARENESS / LEAD GEN / COMMUNITY BUILDING / PRODUCT PROMOTION / THOUGHT LEADERSHIP]
- Product/Service to Promote (if applicable): [PRODUCT NAME + LINK]
- Upcoming Events/Launches: [ANY TIMELY CONTENT TO WEAVE IN]
- Posting Schedule: [e.g., Daily at 9am, Mon/Wed/Fri, etc.]
## CONTENT PILLAR MIX
Define the ratio for the caption pack:
- Pillar A — Educational/Value: [X]% (teach something, share expertise)
- Pillar B — Personal/Story: [X]% (behind the scenes, lessons learned, vulnerable moments)
- Pillar C — Engagement/Community: [X]% (polls, questions, hot takes, debates)
- Pillar D — Promotional/CTA: [X]% (product mentions, offers, lead magnets)
- Pillar E — Trending/Cultural: [X]% (memes, trending topics, cultural moments)
## TASK — FOR EACH CAPTION, DELIVER:
### Caption Structure
**Post [NUMBER] — [DAY/DATE]**
- **Pillar:** [Which content pillar]
- **Format:** [Text post / Carousel / Reel/Video / Poll / Story sequence / Thread]
- **Hook (First Line):** The opening line that appears before "See more" — this is everything
- Provide 2 hook options: one curiosity-based, one bold-statement-based
- **Body:** The main caption text, formatted for the platform:
- LinkedIn: 1300 characters optimal, line breaks for readability, professional but personal
- Instagram: 2200 character max, emoji-enhanced, paragraph breaks with dots
- Twitter/X: 280 characters for single tweet, or provide a 5-7 tweet thread
- TikTok: 150 characters max, punchy, keyword-rich for search
- **CTA:** Every post needs a clear call-to-action:
- Engagement CTA: "Comment [WORD] if you agree" / "What's your take?"
- Traffic CTA: "Link in bio" / "DM me [WORD]"
- Save CTA: "Save this for later" / "Bookmark this framework"
- **Hashtags:**
- Primary (high volume, broad): 3-5 hashtags
- Secondary (medium volume, niche): 3-5 hashtags
- Branded: 1-2 hashtags
- Platform-specific placement: [e.g., Instagram: first comment, LinkedIn: end of post, Twitter: woven into text]
- **Visual Direction:** [Describe the ideal image, carousel layout, or video concept]
- **Best Posting Time:** [Recommended time based on platform data for [NICHE]]
- **Platform Adaptation:** [How to modify this caption for the secondary platform]
## CAPTION TYPES TO INCLUDE IN EACH WEEKLY PACK
1. **The Authority Post** — Share an expert insight or framework from your field. Format: numbered list or step-by-step. Goal: position as the go-to expert.
2. **The Story Post** — A personal narrative with a lesson. Format: "I [did something]. Here's what happened..." Goal: build connection and trust.
3. **The Engagement Magnet** — A question, poll, or hot take designed to generate comments. Format: short text + question. Goal: boost algorithmic reach.
4. **The Carousel/Thread** — A multi-slide or multi-tweet deep dive on a topic. Format: 7-10 slides or tweets. Goal: saves, shares, and extended dwell time.
5. **The Social Proof Post** — Testimonial, milestone, or result showcase. Format: screenshot + story. Goal: convert followers to customers.
6. **The Trend Rider** — Tie into a current trend, meme, or cultural moment relevant to your niche. Format: varies. Goal: reach new audiences through trending topics.
7. **The Soft Sell** — Promote your product/service without being pushy. Format: value-first with a natural mention. Goal: drive traffic or sales without losing goodwill.
## BONUS DELIVERABLES
### Hashtag Strategy Guide
- 10 evergreen hashtags for [NICHE] with approximate volume
- 5 trending hashtags to monitor this week
- Hashtag rotation schedule to avoid shadowban risk
### Content Repurposing Map
For each caption, suggest:
- How to repurpose into a different format (e.g., carousel to reel, thread to newsletter section)
- How to repurpose for a different platform
- Evergreen potential: can this be re-posted in 3-6 months?
### Engagement Response Templates
- 5 reply templates for positive comments
- 3 reply templates for questions
- 2 reply templates for skeptics or critics
## STYLE RULES
- No generic motivational fluff ("Rise and grind" is banned)
- Specificity over platitudes — "I grew from 0 to 5K followers in 90 days" beats "I grew my audience"
- Pattern interrupt in first line — the hook must break the scroll pattern
- Write like you talk — read each caption aloud before finalizing
- One idea per post — clarity beats cleverness
- End strong — the last line should be as powerful as the firstOr press ⌘C to copy
Replace these placeholders with your own content before using the prompt.
[PRIMARY PLATFORM][SECONDARY PLATFORM][NAME][NICHE][PLATFORM][NUMBER][ANY TIMELY CONTENT TO WEAVE IN][X][WORD]