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The Best Times to Post on TikTok (for Better Engagement)
Creators ask it constantly. Many bloggers and guides promise exact hours, viral charts circulate every few months, claiming there’s a universal golden “magic posting window” you have to use.

Philip Romano
Feb 234 min read


ACM Now Supports Fulfillment by TikTok (FBT) from New Jersey and California
Advanced Creative Media (ACM) is pleased to announce that we now process Fulfilled by TikTok (FBT) shipments from both our New Jersey and California fulfillment centers.
This expansion allows TikTok Shop sellers to strategically position inventory on both coasts while meeting the newest seller shipping standards, domestic hosting requirements, and TikTok Shop delivery performance expectations.

Philip Romano
Feb 192 min read


Advanced Creative Media Showcases Creator Economy Opportunities at Rutgers Career Fair
As a fast-growing social commerce and creator marketing company based in New York, our team was excited to connect with the next generation of marketers, content strategists, business leaders, and digital innovators.
Jay Kim
Feb 131 min read


How to Stay Consistent on Social Media Without Burning Out
In today’s creator economy, consistency is not simply a best practice. It is a core skill that the most famous content creators possess and that brands most desire. It shapes how platforms evaluate and push your content, how audiences perceive your brand, and how potential brand partners assess your reliability.

Philip Romano
Feb 97 min read


Why Does “Brand Ready” Matter More Than Your Follow Count?
In 2026, brands and agencies care far more about how prepared you look than how large your audience following is. A creator with 3,000 loyal, focused followers and a professional presence will often be chosen over a creator with 500,000 unfocused followers.

Philip Romano
Jan 287 min read


What's Trending on Social Media in 2026 So Far (Updated Bi-Weekly)
Social media never slows down, and trends are what keep it moving. For creators and brands, jumping on the right trend isn’t just about going viral; it’s about staying visible, relevant, and in sync with what audiences care about. When done right, trends can seriously amplify reach and engagement.

Philip Romano
Jan 55 min read


Are Hashtags Still Relevant in 2026? (Stop Relying on Them)
Hashtags have been a main point of contention for the last few years. Many creators argue that without them, your video will be prevented from being recommended by the algorithm entirely, while others suggest that the exact opposite is true. Whatever the case, it signals a significant shift in social media culture in the modern era, affecting both users and the social media companies themselves.

Philip Romano
Dec 22, 20255 min read


Does Posting Multiple Times a Day Actually Help on TikTok?
Becoming a creator on TikTok in and of itself isn’t hard, but what’s hard for most people to grasp is post consistency. How often should you be posting to TikTok? Should I be posting more if I want to grow faster? Or will this have the opposite effect on my audience?

Philip Romano
Dec 8, 20257 min read


How to Grow Your First 1,000 Followers on TikTok
It’s a common belief that the first 1,000 followers will be your hardest to obtain – and this can be true for most creators. When starting out, most people will jump straight off the deep end into content creation with no skills, no preparation, and no platform knowledge. This makes things harder in the long run, as the people you’re looking to attract into your profile aren’t interested in you yet.

Philip Romano
Nov 24, 20257 min read


From Campus to Creator: How ACM Brought the Creator Economy to Rutgers
On October 27th, 2025, Advanced Creative Media hosted an exclusive Pop-Up event at Rutgers University, turning a normal day on the New Brunswick campus into a fun, hands-on content creator experience.

Philip Romano
Nov 10, 20253 min read


How to Go Live on TikTok (and Succeed)
There are many ways to succeed on TikTok without having to rely entirely on video posting alone. TikTok LIVE, aka TikTok’s internal livestreaming platform, has become an ever-popular way to watch live streamers. With a set of features like those available on YouTube LIVE and Twitch, TikTok LIVE has become a hallmark for audiences looking to watch livestreams tailored to them right on their phones.

Philip Romano
Nov 3, 20257 min read


How to Write Pitch Emails to Brands (Influencer Guide)
Regardless of whether you’re pitching to brands in the beauty space, tech startups, or even TV product chains, your email is often the first impression a brand is going to have of you – and it’s crucial for determining if you’ll be a viable partner or not.

Philip Romano
Oct 20, 20255 min read


TikTok Influencer Pricing Guide: How Do I Price My Content Accurately?
It’s a common fear that pricing yourself too high might turn brands away from you, or that you might underprice yourself and get ripped off. Luckily for you, I deep dived into the latest influencer pricing standards. We’ll discuss what earnings look like in 2025, reading campaign briefs, negotiating, and what might impact how much you earn through a brand.

Philip Romano
Oct 13, 20258 min read


What Is a UGC Creator (and How to Become One)?
User-generated content, also commonly referred to as “UGC”, has been deemed of much value to brands that now crave authentic, relatable content over the polished ads. For those with a good eye for aesthetics or an infectious personality, you can make a real killing with user-generated content.

Philip Romano
Oct 6, 20257 min read


TikTok Creator Rewards Program: Is It Worth It?
From taking brand deals in-app to ad revenue, creators looking to monetize have more options readily available than ever on TikTok. However, many creators seem hesitant about utilizing TikTok’s built-in monetization machine – the Creator Rewards program. A common sentiment among creators is that while it’s helpful, some say it damages their reach and engagement. Regardless of whether that’s truth or myth, one thing is for certain – creators are nervous about joining. Let's di

Philip Romano
Sep 29, 20255 min read


How to Get More Views on TikTok
TikTok is arguably the most powerful discovery tool for aspiring creators today. However, many creators struggle to gain that initial traction, with a common complaint being “200-view jail”. Regardless of whether this jail is fact or fiction, one thing is for certain – newer TikTok creators are struggling to gain traction. Let’s dive in.

Philip Romano
Sep 22, 20255 min read


The Ultimate TikTok SEO Guide: How to Get Discovered Faster
While Google has yet to phase out of public use, an unsuspecting player in the search engine scene has emerged – TikTok.

Philip Romano
Sep 15, 20256 min read


The Best Posting Times on TikTok (and How to Find Yours)
Nearly 24 million videos are uploaded to TikTok every day, making it difficult to stand out from the crowd. And with social media pacing being as fast as it is currently, it shows no sign of slowing down. That means instead of waiting for a window of opportunity that may never come, it’s time to break through the wall and jump on the train anyway.

Philip Romano
Sep 8, 20257 min read


9 Ways to Make Money from Your TikTok Content (in 2025)
Making videos on social media as a full-time job is no longer a fantasy. It’s a legitimate revenue stream for the creators who know how to use it properly. No matter what niche type of content you create, TikTok and multiple third parties offer plenty of ways to transform your silly internet videos into legitimate income strategically.

Philip Romano
Aug 12, 20257 min read


How to Create Hooks that Stop the Scroll
The key to viral videos in 2025 isn’t the content itself or flooding the description with hashtags. It's the first second.
With attention spans having shrunk to only 8 seconds, and Gen Z slowly becoming addicted to instant gratification-fueled dopamine releases, it was only a matter of time before we had to start acting faster.

Philip Romano
Jul 22, 20256 min read
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