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How to Use Your Instagram Content

Easily customize your Instagram posts and reels using Canva templates

Before you begin

  • You’ll need a free Canva account to edit templates

  • When you open a shared template in Canva, go to File > Make a copy and edit the copy, not the original.
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Note: Some broker-dealers may limit access to Canva.

Getting Started with Canva

  1. Click the customize.html file to open your template in Canva.
  2. Sign up for a free Canva account if you don’t have one.

Need more info? See: How to Use Your Canva Template

Single Image Instagram Post

Customize your Instagram Single Image Post to create a stunning design that grabs your audience’s attention.

How to customize

  1. Click the customize.html file to open the template in Canva.

  2. Go to File > Make a copy and edit the copy.
  3. Update text, upload your own images or logo, and adjust colors to match your brand.

Save and Share

  1. Download your design as a JPEG or PNG.

  2. Upload the file to Instagram.
 

Instagram Carousel

Use this template to build a multi-slide carousel that tells a story or highlights multiple points.
 

How to customize

  1. Click the customize.html file to open the template in Canva.

  2. Go to File > Make a copy and edit the copy.

  3. Edit each slide: swap images, update text, and adjust colors to fit your brand.

Save and share

  1. Download the slides (often as a .zip file).

  2. Upload them to Instagram as a carousel, either manually or through a scheduling tool.

  

Instagram Reel Templates

Standard Instagram Reel Template
Use this template to create an engaging, video-based Instagram Reel.
 

How to customize

  1. Click the customize.html file to open the reel template in Canva.

  2. Go to File > Make a copy and edit the copy.
  3. Replace text, swap images, and upload video clips.
  4. Adjust fonts, colors, and layout to match your brand.

Save and share

  1. Download the video from Canva.

  2. Upload it to Instagram as a Reel.

 

“Ready to Customize” Instagram Reel Template

Use this version to quickly produce reels that are already structured for your brand message.
 

How to customize

  1. Click the customize.html file to open the template in Canva. 

  2. Go to File > Make a copy and edit the copy.
  3. Update text, images, and video clips to match your brand and topic.
  4. Adjust layout or design elements as needed.

Save and share

  1. Download the finished video file from Canva.

  2. Upload it to Instagram as a Reel.
 
 

General tips for customizing Instagram content

  • Use Your Brand Colors: Make sure to align the content with your brand’s colors for consistency.
  • Experiment with Canva’s Features: Explore the new AI-powered tools in Canva for even more customization options, like using AI to generate ideas for visuals or text.
  • Double-Check Your Work: Before publishing, make sure your content reflects the message you want to communicate to your audience.
  • Save and Reuse Templates: Once you’ve customized a template, you can save it and reuse it for future posts.

Need more info? See: Instagram Best Practices for Financial Professionals

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a Canva account?
Yes. You’ll need a free Canva account to open, edit, and customize the templates.

What if I can’t access Canva?
In some cases, your broker-dealer may limit access to Canva. If you cannot open Canva, please contact your broker-dealer for guidance.

Can I download the designs in different formats?
Yes. Once you’ve customized your content in Canva, you can download it in multiple formats such as JPEG, PNG, PDF, and video, depending on the template type

▶️ ON-DEMAND WEBINAR 

Want to expand your social media impact with FMG's Instagram integration? Watch our Did You Know webinar, Ignite Your Instagram: Getting Started with Scroll-Stopping Visuals, for a hands-on guide to creating scroll-stopping content as a financial advisor.