Content is KING
With the advancement of technology and easy-to-use free software and tools, you can now create original, high-quality content such as animations and photos to engage your audience. No photoshop? No problem! All you need is a smartphone and mobile apps to get started.
It doesn’t matter if you’re a small business or a one-person operation. Stand out by publishing original content to attract more leads and revenue for free without having to pay for advertising.
- Module 1: Digital Marketing Content Strategies
- Module 2: Animated Artworks Creation
- Module 3: Mobile Photography
- Module 4: Social Media Marketing with Video Creation
- Module 5: Storyboarding and Copywriting for Social Media Videos
- Module 6: Talent Sourcing for Social Media Advertising
Module Outlines
Improve Digital Marketing with Content Strategies
(Course Ref. No.: TGS-2020504750)
Learn how to implement a consistent content strategy and create high-quality content that builds trust and generates more leads for your business.
- Understand the different types of content available from videos to podcasts, infographics, articles and more.
- Learn best practices and optimal workflows to create original content on a consistent basis.
- Understand best practices when it comes to publishing and sharing different types of content.
- Learn how you can use content marketing to grow your business by increasing traffic, brand awareness and lead generation.
- Know how to develop, implement and manage a new content strategy from scratch or improve existing strategy.
- Collect and analyse data to measure results and optimise future content strategy.
Create Attractive Animated Artworks with Powtoon
(Course Ref. No.: TGS-2021007091)
Learn how to use free online tools like Powtoon to create fun animations for digital marketing campaigns.
- Understand animation styles from 2D, 3D, Motion Graphics, Stop Motion and how they can be used to showcase products/services or
complement your digital marketing campaigns. - Analyse the techniques and methods behind animated videos and determine what works best for your brand.
- Know what type of formats are ideal when it comes to publishing your animation on different media platforms like Third-Party Marketplaces, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
- Understand the workflow behind creating an animation from pre-production, production and post-production.
- Understand the do’s & don’ts when it comes to creating animation and maximise the effectiveness of your interactive artwork.
- Create compelling animated videos and GIFs using free design software like Powtoon.
Take Impactful Photos with Your Smartphone
(Course Ref. No.: TGS-2021008644)
Master photography techniques and produce high-quality, attractive and compelling images to increase engagement on digital platforms and marketing campaigns.
- Explore different styles of photography when creating digital content for websites, social media platforms, and third-party marketplaces.
- Learn about the different types of photos and identify which are appropriate for your brand.
- Understand what you need to prepare and plan for a successful photoshoot.
- Learn how to utilise the camera functions of mobile phones to produce professional photos under a variety of lighting conditions.
- Apply different photography techniques during a hands-on experience with product shoots.
- Understand the different diverse factors that will affect the outcome of your photographs.
- Edit and enhance photos for digital marketing using free photo editing tools.
Social Media Marketing with Video Creation
(Course Ref. No.: TGS-2021005547)
Learn how to use your smartphone to create viral social media marketing videos that promote your brand and connect with audiences.
- Explore popular social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok and more.
- Identify which social media platform is ideal for your marketing goals.
- Learn how to set up and run effective social media campaigns to attract new customers and engage existing customers.
- Learn basic filming techniques to create professional looking videos with a smartphone.
- Learn how to use free video editing applications like InShot for post-production processes like adding enhancements and visual effects.
- Learn in-demand and practical skills that you can apply to your work or side hustle — from industry professionals with on-the-ground job
experience. - Learn relevant strategies, tips and tricks directly from industry insiders to maximise your career prospects and make your resume more attractive to employers.
Basic Storyboarding and Copywriting for Video Production on Social Media
 (Course Ref. No.: TGS-2023022015)
Master the art of storyboarding and copywriting to elevate your video production. Learn the best practices pros use to plan, organise and illustrate storyboards with precision to create remarkable content that sparks action on social media.
- Understand the role of storyboards in the video production process.
- Learn effective framing techniques such as camera movement, angles, lighting, composition and sequencing.
- Develop mood boards to accurately depict visual looks and styles for different scenes.
- Refine storyboards to achieve the desired flow and impact from scenes.
- Understand how to review storyboards and provide detailed notes to effectively communicate a brand’s message through visual storytelling.
Talent Sourcing and Selection Techniques for Social Media Advertising
 (Course Ref. No.: TGS-2023022196)
Learn how to identify and recruit the right talent for videos. From talent sourcing to auditions, discover the processes industry insiders use to review and select the right talent for a diverse range of productions — then apply them to your own productions to make better casting decisions.
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of audition and selection processes suitable for social media advertising.
- Enhance your ability to evaluate talent strengths and weaknesses using script-based improvisation techniques.
- Learn to review talent briefs, considering character requirements and marketability for alternatives.
- Assess the performer’s effect on production, factoring in commercial and aesthetic criteria for supporting roles.
- Develop the skills to conduct interviews and auditions, utilising acting knowledge to assess talent and supporting roles.
Course Fees & Subsidies
Digital Content Creator & Strategist Programme | |
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SELECT ANY 3 MODULES
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TGS-2020504750 - Improve Digital Marketing with Content Strategiesi
TGS-2021007091 - Create Attractive Animated Artworks with Powtooni
TGS-2021008644 - Take Impactful Photos with Your Smartphonei
TGS-2021005547 - Social Media Marketing with Video Creationi
TGS-2023022015 - Basic Storyboarding and Copywriting for Video Production on Social Mediai
TGS-2023022196 - Talent Sourcing and Selection Techniques for Social Media Advertisingi
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Duration | 6 Days (48 Hours) - 7.5 Days (60 Hours) |
Mode of Training | In-Person Classroom Training |
Full Programme Fee | $2,480.00 - $3,300.00 |
SMEs | |
Up to 70% Upfront SkillsFuture Subsidy |
Non SMEs | |
Up to 50% Upfront SkillsFuture Subsidy |
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Additional Support via Absentee Payroll |
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Up to 90% Additional Subsidy from SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC) |
- Programme fees payable is subject to 8% GST charged based on the full programme fees before subsidy.
- Absentee payroll is claimable up to $4.50 per hour, capped at $100,000 per enterprise per calendar year.
- Subjected to individual company’s budget availability for the Enterprise Innovation Scheme. Each company can only either the 400% Tax Deduction option OR the 20% Cash Payout option. For more information, please refer to https://www.iras.gov.sg/schemes/disbursement-schemes/enterprise-innovation-scheme-(eis)
- Subjected to individual company’s budget availability for SFEC. For more information, please refer to https://www.enterprisejobskills.gov.sg/content/upgrade-skills/sfec.html
- Registered or incorporated in Singapore
- Employment size of not more than 200 (at group level) or with annual sales turnover (at group level) of not more than $100 million
Singapore Citizens (40 years & above) | |
Up to 70% Upfront SkillsFuture Subsidy |
Singapore Citizens (21 – 39 years old) & PR | |
Up to 50% Upfront SkillsFuture Subsidy |
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SkillsFuture Credits eligible for Singapore citizens aged 25 & above |
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PSEA eligible for Singapore citizens aged below 30 |
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NTUC UTAP members have up to 50% auto reimbursement on out-of-pocket cost |
- Subjected to individual’s eligibility and availability of SkillsFuture Credit.
- Programme Fees Payable are inclusive of GST charged based on the full programme fees.
Be Formally Certified in Digital Content Creation & Strategy
Candidates who complete the programme with at least 75% attendance and demonstrate competency during assessments will receive 3 Certificates of Completion by FirstCom Academy and 3 SkillsFuture WSQ Statements of Attainment. They will also be certified as a Digital Content Creator and Strategist.
WSQ Certifications
The WSQ SkillsFuture Statement of Attainment is a nationally recognised credential that helps employers verify an individual’s competency in the stated skills. This enables individuals to be eligible for promotions, enter a new sector or find new job role.
- RET-OTO-4007-1.1 – Social Media Marketing
- RET-DNI-4003-1.1 Digital Image Production
- DSN-COM-3005-1.1 Visual Communication
- MED-MPN-4062-1.1 Storyboarding & Copywriting
- MED-MPN-4027-1.1Â Talent Casting
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