Communications Toolkit

TikTok Best Practices

TikTok is a platform for short, engaging, and fun videos. UC ANR uses TikTok to share relatable moments relating to agriculture, gardening, nutrition, and more.

For account setup requirements and registration, see Guidelines and Policies for Branded UC ANR Accounts.

Best Practices

Know Your Audience

Create content that resonates with the current community. Focus on relatable events and behind-the-scenes glimpses.

Keep It Short and Engaging

TikTok thrives on quick, digestible videos. Capture attention in the first few seconds and aim for a runtime of 15–60 seconds.

Be Authentic and Fun

Use humor, trends, and creativity to make content feel genuine. Authenticity builds stronger engagement than polished, overly produced videos.

Leverage Trends and Challenges

Participate in popular sounds, effects, and challenges when they fit your message. Trends increase visibility and discoverability.

Post Consistently

Maintain a regular posting schedule to stay visible in followers' feeds. Experiment with posting times to see when your audience is most active.

Engage With the Community

Reply to comments, interact with other creators, and encourage user-generated content. Engagement helps boost reach and build relationships.

Make Content Accessible

Many users watch without sound. Add captions to all videos, use text overlays to reinforce key points, and avoid excessive text in graphics. Accessibility best practices ensure your content can reach the widest possible audience.

Measure and Adapt

Monitor analytics for views, watch time, and engagement. Use insights to refine your content strategy and focus on what resonates most.