Comprehensive Content Format Templates and Style Guide

1. PODCAST EPISODE MASTER TEMPLATE

Structural Framework

# [Episode Number]: [Episode Title]

## EPISODE METADATA
- Release Date: 
- Duration: 
- Primary Theme: 
- Target Audience: 

## PRE-PRODUCTION CHECKLIST
- [ ] Research completed
- [ ] Guest confirmed
- [ ] Script drafted
- [ ] Technical setup verified

## NARRATIVE ARC
1. **Hook** (First 2 minutes)
   - Compelling story or provocative question
   - Personal anecdote
   - Surprising statistic

2. **Main Content Segments**
   - Key Insight 1
   - Key Insight 2
   - Key Insight 3

3. **Call to Action**
   - Specific, measurable challenge
   - Skill development recommendation
   - Community engagement prompt

4. **Teaser for Next Episode**
   - Intriguing preview
   - Cliffhanger technique

## TECHNICAL PRODUCTION NOTES
- Microphone: 
- Recording Software: 
- Editing Notes:

2. YOUTUBE LONG-FORM VIDEO TEMPLATE

Content Structure Guide

# [Podcast Episode Title] | Banking Careers Insights

## VIDEO DESCRIPTION
[First 2-3 lines visible without clicking "show more"]
Full podcast episode exploring [core theme]

Watch the full podcast: [Link]
🎧 Listen on Spotify: [Link]
📖 Read Blog Post: [Link]

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction
XX:XX Key Insight 1
XX:XX Key Insight 2
XX:XX Call to Action

## THUMBNAIL DESIGN GUIDELINES
- High contrast colors
- Clear, large text
- Human face or engaging graphic
- Emotional trigger
- Brand consistency

## SEO OPTIMIZATION
Keywords:
- Banking careers
- [Specific episode theme]
- Career development
- [Specific role/skill]

TAGS:
#BankingCareers #CareerDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth

3. LINKEDIN ARTICLE TEMPLATE

Professional Article Framework

# [Compelling, SEO-Friendly Title]

## ARTICLE METADATA
- Publication Date:
- Estimated Reading Time: 4-5 minutes
- Target Professional Segment:

## ARTICLE STRUCTURE

### Introduction (100-150 words)
- Provocative opening statement
- Personal or professional context
- Preview of key insights

### Key Insight 1: [Specific Topic]
- Detailed explanation
- Real-world example
- Actionable takeaway

### Key Insight 2: [Specific Topic]
- Detailed explanation
- Data or research support
- Professional application

### Career Development Recommendations
- Specific skill development steps
- Resources for further learning
- Networking suggestions

### Conclusion
- Synthesize key points
- Forward-looking statement
- Call to action

## ENGAGEMENT PROMPTS
- Question for comments
- Poll suggestion
- Invitation to connect

## HASHTAG STRATEGY
#CareerDevelopment #Banking #ProfessionalGrowth

4. INSTAGRAM/TIKTOK SHORT-FORM VIDEO TEMPLATE

Short-Form Content Guide

# [Platform-Specific Content Brief]

## CONTENT OBJECTIVES
- Primary Message:
- Emotional Trigger:
- Call to Action:

## 15-60 SECOND SCRIPT FRAMEWORK
1. Hook (First 3 seconds)
   - Surprising statistic
   - Provocative question
   - Emotional trigger

2. Core Message (Next 10-50 seconds)
   - Clear, concise insight
   - Visual storytelling
   - Authentic delivery

3. Call to Action (Last 5 seconds)
   - Follow/Subscribe prompt
   - Next content teaser

## TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Vertical Video (9:16 ratio)
- Subtitles/Captions
- High-energy transitions
- On-brand graphics

## HASHTAG STRATEGY
#CareerTips #BankingCareers #ProfessionalGrowth

5. BLOG POST COMPREHENSIVE TEMPLATE

Detailed Writing Framework

# [SEO-Optimized Title]

## METADATA
- Author:
- Publication Date:
- Estimated Reading Time:
- Target Audience:

## SEO PREPARATION
Primary Keyword:
Secondary Keywords:
Meta Description:

## CONTENT STRUCTURE

### Introduction (150-200 words)
- Narrative hook
- Context setting
- Article promise

### Background Context
- Industry landscape
- Current trends
- Relevant statistics

### Section 1: [Key Insight]
- Detailed exploration
- Expert perspectives
- Real-world examples

### Section 2: [Key Insight]
- Data-driven analysis
- Practical applications
- Career implications

### Career Development Toolkit
- Skill development resources
- Recommended certifications
- Networking strategies

### Conclusion
- Key takeaways
- Forward-looking perspective
- Inspiring final statement

## TECHNICAL SEO ELEMENTS
- Internal links
- External authoritative references
- Structured data markup
- Image alt texts

## ENGAGEMENT MECHANISMS
- Comments invitation
- Related content links
- Email newsletter signup

UNIVERSAL STYLE GUIDELINES

Tone & Voice

• Professional yet conversational
• Authentic and approachable
• Solution-oriented
• Empowering

Branding Elements

• Consistent color palette
• Typography guidelines
• Logo placement
• Graphic style

Compliance Disclaimer

• Standard legal language
• Avoid specific financial advice
• Clear educational intent

CONTENT QUALITY CHECKLIST

• [ ] Accurate information
• [ ] Engaging narrative
• [ ] Clear value proposition
• [ ] Actionable insights
• [ ] Compliance verified
• [ ] Proofread and edited
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