30-Day Social Media Content Calendar Prompt
Build a month-long calendar with post types, topics, captions, and hashtags.
Create a 30-day social media content calendar for a [niche] brand targeting [audience]. Platforms: [Instagram / LinkedIn / TikTok / etc.] Posting frequency: [X posts per week] Include for each post: - Date - Platform - Content pillar (educate / entertain / inspire / promote) - Topic / headline - Format (carousel, reel, single image, text post) - Short caption hook - 3-5 hashtags Ensure a balanced mix and avoid back-to-back promotional posts.
How to use this prompt
Adjust the tone to match your platform and audience. Test hooks in the first line, since that is what drives scroll-stopping.
- Copy the full prompt above.
- Replace the bracketed placeholders with your own details.
- Paste it into chatgpt, claude, gemini (or your preferred AI tool).
- Iterate on the output: add constraints, ask follow-ups, or combine multiple results.
Why this prompt works
It gives the AI a clear role, specific inputs, and an output format. That structure reduces vague responses and gives you a draft you can refine in minutes instead of hours.
Frequently asked questions
How far in advance should I plan?
A 30-day calendar gives flexibility; leave room for timely posts and trends.
What is a content pillar?
A thematic bucket such as educate, entertain, inspire, or promote that keeps content balanced.