10 Instagram Profiles Every Media Professional Should Follow

How many times a day do you check your Instagram? (If you said less than three, you’re lying. But we digress.) Want to feel a little less guilty about your IG addiction? Start following these 10 Instagram accounts to add some career-fuel to your feed between the #foodporn and puppy accounts.

 

1. @Adweek

Covering breaking news and trends in media, marketing, advertising and technology, this is the ad industry’s go-to IG account, featuring everything within Adweek’s pages and beyond.

Hit the bio link to read our latest cover feature on how millennial icon, Kylie Jenner, built a sprawling audience – and a booming brand – at age 18. :camera_with_flash:: @maxabadian #Repost @kyliejenner . . . 1 day 2 covers. Thank you @adweek #thepowerofkylie

A photo posted by Adweek (@adweek) on Apr 11, 2016 at 12:43pm PDT

2. @Evachen212

Former Lucky editor in chief turned head of fashion partnerships for Instagram, Eva Chen gives her followers an inside look into everything New York, fashion and Facebook. (Plus, you know you’ve stalked #EvaChenPose on IG.)

According to @ginnynam, this is the nerdiest picture I’ve ever taken (fiddling with the Oculus Gear headset while fake-playing chess at Facebook… I guess she’s right).

A photo posted by Eva Chen (@evachen212) on Mar 30, 2016 at 8:57am PDT

3. @thefatjewish

Josh “The Fat Jewish” Ostrovsky is behind the laugh-out-loud graphics that flood your Instagram feed. And as a marketing or media pro, you know the power of a REALLY good meme, right?

Being unemployed is great because you can eat cereal in your underpants and watch the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills while blowing out billowing vape clouds, but not sick due to the spiraling depression of being poor and judged by your peers! Have fun on the job hunt! (@buzzfeed)

A photo posted by thefatjewish (@thefatjewish) on Feb 18, 2016 at 12:44pm PST

4. @iboommedia

A team of social media specialists, iboommedia helps customers see social media results and build social audiences. Their Instagram account is filled with helpful tips, tricks and stats that any social media marketer could use.

Social Media is the new way to go for your business. Here are 7 helpful tips to get you started! 1) Your profile is the no. 1 thing-First impression is everything. 2)Don’t use your personal page-You need a professional business page. 3) Create Valuable Content-Value is what people are looking for. 4) Be social-If all you do is post and ever engage with your fans, you will never get a huge following. 5) Post more often-The more active you are, the better. 6)Make it about your audience-Who are you talking to? 7) Pick the right platform for your business These tips may sound simple, but they will make all the difference! #iBoomMedia #socialmedia #socialmediamarketing #facebook #twitter #instagram #pinterest #realengagement #realfollowers #reachpeople #morefollowers

A photo posted by IBoom Media (@iboommedia) on Mar 11, 2016 at 2:01pm PST

5. @businessinsider

Click “follow” on Business Insider’s account to receive your daily dose of breaking news, media coverage and office tips and tricks.

Today, Arianna Huffington gives us some #mondaymotivation to jump start our week. Huffington reminds us to never stop pursuing our dreams even if we are fearful. What are your dreams? For more with @ariannahuff visit businessinsider.com/video. #motivationmonday #quote #advice #dreambig #career #pursuit #fear #determination #huffingtonpost #sleeprevolution

A photo posted by Business Insider (@businessinsider) on Apr 4, 2016 at 9:21am PDT

6. @suebzimmerman

Sue Zimmerman and her team help brands find success on Instagram. Her IG profile’s feed is filled with inspiring quotes, a look into their clients and up-to-date info on marketing events, workshops, classes and more.

When you #RespectYourSelfie EVERYTHING comes into place! Who agrees? #repost @sbzteam :||: #theinstagramexpert

A photo posted by The INSTAGRAM Expert is #Sue? (@suebzimmerman) on Feb 19, 2016 at 7:51pm PST

7. @richardbranson

Virgin Group founder and world-renowned entrepreneur Richard Branson fills his Instagram with event photos, adventure shots and insight into his billion-dollar mind.

A photo posted by Richard Branson (@richardbranson) on Feb 29, 2016 at 3:47am PST

8. @prnews

This feed is naturally public-relations heavy, but the funny memes, motivational quotes, industry event photos and media stats would be helpful to any media pro.

Trying to stay up to speed with everything happening at #SXSW? Follow these four hashtags!

A photo posted by @prnews on Mar 11, 2016 at 7:43am PST

9. @360i

This award-winning global digital agency gives its Instagram followers a behind-the-scenes look into its team, its clients, and the industry these professionals thrive in.

360 degrees of awesome. @advertisingage #AListers 4 years straight #proud

A photo posted by 360i (@360i) on Jan 25, 2016 at 11:29am PST

10. @mediabistro

Shameless self-promotion time: We’re on Instagram! Follow our Instagram feed for career advice, contests and giveaways, digital mentorship from media pros, and a deeper dive into the Mediabistro community.

Just because you didn’t get that callback, interview, or promotion you wanted doesn’t mean you won’t. Lucky for you, we’re in the #Lemonade business ??? Head to mediabistro.com for expert #advice on the next steps for your career

A photo posted by Mediabistro (@mediabistro) on Apr 26, 2016 at 3:39pm PDT