Instructor: Maggie Stara

Learn how to confidently plan, organize, and set up impactful Instagram Reels—without ever needing to be on camera. In this course, you'll get comfortable with the foundational tools of Instagram Reels, including account settings, finding effects and trending audio, and understanding all the key features related to the Reels interface. You'll also explore time-saving content planning strategies, idea generation techniques, and a proven workflow that removes the overwhelm of consistent posting. Perfect for business owners, social media freelancers, or anyone looking to add Reels creation to their toolkit, this course focuses on strategy and setup, giving you the clarity to move forward with intention. By the end, you’ll be equipped to create and organize faceless Reels, add captions and hashtags, and prep your content for maximum visibility. Your class project will help you put theory into action as you design your first Instagram Reel plan—ready to take into Canva for creative execution in the next course! Instructor bio: Maggie Stara is a social media marketing strategist and instructor who’s passionate about making digital marketing less overwhelming and more accessible. Since 2016, she’s worked with everyone from freelancers to multi-million-dollar businesses, gaining hands-on experience in agency, corporate, and freelance roles. Maggie designs her classes with creative learners in mind, helping them cut through the noise and feel confident navigating an ever-changing digital landscape. Originally from Slovakia, Maggie has lived in Canada, Europe, and now Australia—building a career that allows her to work from anywhere. Today, she balances her love of travel with life as a new mom, teaching high-quality, practical marketing skills to students around the world.