My target audience is college Students. TikTok is known, especially for younger adults , not just for entertainment, but also information and personal development. I chose TikTok because it has a short form content meaning that it gives a quick video 15 through 30 seconds explaining information. Well researching, I’ve come across an article, stating “TikTok’s true value is its immense potential public health impact. Used appropriately, it’s one of the most powerful tools we have for scaling information and fighting misinformation.” With that being said, I could explain how CAPS works and offer tips on managing stress that could catch students attention. TikTok includes interactive features meaning TikTok’s comment section duets can allow students to share their experiences, ask questions, and interact with the content directly. I plan to use TikTok by creating fun, engaging videos that make informative content with trending challenges or sounds. For example, I created a video on how to make an appointment with CAPS while using a popular song to make the information more relatable. The best time to post on TikTok for college students is usually late afternoons or evenings because students are likely finishing classes and on their phones. To keep engagement all encourage students to comment on how they manage stress or share their experiences with the service. Engaging with comments and sharing response responses and follow up videos can build community and encourage more interaction.
Tiktok validating feelings students may feel, and should look for CAPS.
A tutorial on how to book an appointment through the website.
Instagram is another platform used by college students. Unlike TikTok, Instagram is widely used for sharing life updates, but it also offers great tools for spreading educational contents in a more polished format. In Berkowitz it states “Institutional advertising is frequently used in healthcare. These advertisements are used to build goodwill and enhance the public’s image of a particular organization.” Instagram is a highly visual platform, which makes it great for sharing. I am catching images and even video content like reels to make mental health information. More information for example. A well designed infographic about different services CAPS can be offered and on reels. Instagram has a variety of polls and Q&A making students engaged directly. I would personally use Instagram as an educational, infographics event, event Reminders, and maybe some behind-the-scenes videos. I will use stories for reminders about hours, mental health days, or workshops, and reels for quick tips. Instagram contents would be best during lunchtime because that’s when I feel like students are most likely checking their feeds.
Instagram post explaining what this service might include.
Instagram post with a quote that might catch students eye during finals.