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name: social-content-generator description: Generate social media content (posts, captions, images) for multiple platforms. Use when creating social media posts, marketing content, or bulk content calendars. Supports Twitter/X, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook with AI text and image generation.

Social Content Generator

Overview

AI-powered social media content creation skill. Generates platform-optimized posts with text and images using OpenAI models. Supports bulk generation and content calendars.

Supported Platforms

Platform	Text Limit	Image Ratio	Hashtags
Twitter/X	280 chars	16:9, 1:1	2-3
Instagram	2200 chars	1:1, 4:5, 9:16	5-15
LinkedIn	3000 chars	1.91:1, 1:1	3-5
Facebook	63206 chars	1.91:1, 1:1	1-3

Quick Start

Generate Single Post

python scripts/generate_post.py \
  --platform twitter \
  --topic "AI productivity tools" \
  --tone professional \
  --include-image

Generate Content Calendar

python scripts/generate_calendar.py \
  --config config.json \
  --output calendar_output/

Scripts

generate_post.py

Generate a single social media post with optional image.

Arguments:

• --platform - Target platform (twitter, instagram, linkedin, facebook)
• --topic - Post topic/theme
• --tone - Writing tone (professional, casual, funny, inspirational)
• --include-image - Generate accompanying image
• --image-prompt - Custom image prompt (auto-generated if not provided)
• --output - Output directory (default: current dir)

Output:

• post.txt - Generated text content
• image.png - Generated image (if requested)
• metadata.json - Post metadata

generate_calendar.py

Generate a week/month of content in bulk.

Arguments:

• --config - JSON config file with topics and schedule
• --output - Output directory
• --platforms - Target platforms (comma-separated)

upload_post.py (Optional)

Upload generated posts to social platforms via API.

Requirements:

• Platform API credentials in .env file
• Twitter API v2, Instagram Graph API, LinkedIn API

Configuration

Environment Variables (.env)

# OpenAI for text generation
OPENAI_API_KEY=sk-...

# For image generation (if using OpenAI)
OPENAI_API_KEY=sk-...

# Platform APIs (optional, for auto-upload)
TWITTER_BEARER_TOKEN=...
TWITTER_API_KEY=...
TWITTER_API_SECRET=...
INSTAGRAM_ACCESS_TOKEN=...
LINKEDIN_ACCESS_TOKEN=...

Content Calendar Config (JSON)

{
  "brand": {
    "name": "Your Brand",
    "voice": "professional yet friendly",
    "topics": ["AI", "productivity", "tech news"]
  },
  "schedule": {
    "twitter": {"frequency": "daily", "times": ["09:00", "15:00"]},
    "instagram": {"frequency": "3x/week", "times": ["11:00"]},
    "linkedin": {"frequency": "2x/week", "times": ["08:00"]}
  },
  "content_mix": {
    "educational": 40,
    "promotional": 20,
    "engagement": 25,
    "curated": 15
  }
}

Post Templates

Twitter/X

[Hook/Question]

[Main content - 1-2 sentences]

[Call-to-action or insight]

#Hashtag1 #Hashtag2

Instagram

[Emoji] [Attention-grabbing opener]

[Story/value proposition - 2-4 sentences]

[Benefits/features]

[Call-to-action]

[Relevant hashtags: 5-15]

LinkedIn

[Professional hook or insight]

[Detailed content - story, data, or analysis]

[Key takeaway]

[Question for engagement]

#Industry #Topic #Professional

Best Practices

1. Platform optimization - Each platform has different norms and limits
2. Visual consistency - Maintain brand colors and style in images
3. Engagement hooks - Start with questions or bold statements
4. Call-to-action - Always include a CTA (comment, share, click, etc.)
5. Hashtag strategy - Mix popular and niche hashtags
6. Posting timing - Schedule for peak engagement hours

Example Outputs

Twitter Post

🚀 Just discovered an AI tool that saves me 2 hours daily.

It automates my entire content workflow: research → draft → edit → schedule.

The best part? It learns my writing style over time.

What's your favorite productivity tool?

#AI #Productivity #ContentCreation

Instagram Caption

✨ Monday Motivation ✨

Your competition isn't other creators. It's the distraction in your pocket.

Every scroll, every notification, every "quick check" steals from your focus.

This week, try:
• Phone in another room while working
• 90-min deep work blocks
• Batch your social media time

Your future self will thank you. 💪

What's your biggest focus killer?

#MondayMotivation #Productivity #DeepWork #FocusTips #ContentCreator #AI #WorkSmart

Troubleshooting

• Image generation fails: Check API key and quota
• Text too long: Adjust topic scope or use summarize option
• Platform API errors: Verify credentials and permissions
• Rate limits: Add delays between bulk generations