Here’s at Bigstock, we’re a social bunch. We have lots to say, lots to share, and luckily, we’re on a plethora of social media channels to do just that. So, whether you’re looking for stunning royalty-free images, photo-editing how to’s, or curated image collections for your marketing projects – we’ve got a platform for you.…
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When it comes to identifying and establishing your brand online, the list is never ending. You have to consider social media, email, community, and then, of course, the actual product or service you’re selling. Gone are the days of “give us a call for more information.” In the age of Facebook, it’s all about engagement,…
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LinkedIn hasn’t exactly been celebrated for having ground-breaking design aesthetics or a slick UI worthy of Silicon Valley fame. But, for freelance designers, there’s a good chance it’ll be the network that will land you your next gig. LinkedIn has long been recruiters’ go-to source for tracking down qualified designers for freelance and full-time projects.…
Read More6 Pinterest Tips for Small Business Success
You know how important social media is for promoting your business and developing your professional image. You’re probably already using Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn, and you’re wondering if there’s anything else you should be doing. And, maybe, just maybe, you’re on the fence about Pinterest. If you’ve been thinking Pinterest is just a place to…
Read MoreImage Specs for Social Media Networks: A 2015 Cheat Sheet
In an age where social media rules just about everything around us, it’s easy to get tripped up on technicalities. Take images, for example. You not only need to pick great ones for your social media posts, but you also have to ensure each image is suited for the network you’re working with. And, to…
Read MoreHow to Increase Your Organic Facebook Reach with Stock Video
Do you want to increase the reach of your Facebook page posts without paying for advertising? If so, then you need to take advantage of the post type that gets the highest organic reach—video that is uploaded directly. In this article, we’re going to look at how you can use stock video to boost the…
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Bigstock is on Instagram. It’s true. We are + we love it. During one of our recent Instagram adventures, we couldn’t help but fall in love with a few trends, some of which we’ll be highlighting here in the coming months. For our first Instagram installment, we’re kicking things off with color. In the spirit of all things warm, lovely, and summer-like,…
Read More5 Tips to Picking Your Brand’s Facebook Cover Photo
As more small businesses bring their brands to Facebook, the challenge of being able to stand out from the crowd becomes greater. Your cover photo on your brand’s Facebook page is prime real estate for expressing the mission, the style, and the personality of your company, so maximizing that space is critical to gaining followers…
Read MoreSocial Media Guide: The Best Kinds of Videos to Use on Each Platform
Almost three quarters of all internet users aged 18 and older are using some form of social media, which means that marketers everywhere are consistently looking for creative ways to reach them. SocialMediaExaminer.com and other experts agree that, in 2015, video content will be the social media marketing tactic of choice. With those thoughts in mind, let’s…
Read MoreCHEAT SHEET: HOW TO PICK PERFECT STOCK IMAGES FOR YOUR MARKETING PROJECTS
Regardless of your project, first impressions count. People take fewer than two-tenths of a second to form initial impression. In the marketing world, people study a headline image for fewer than six seconds, and that’s only if they like what they see. The longer they look at the image, however, the more favorable first impression.…
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