Social Media Content Calendar Template 2025 [Free + AI-Powered]
A content calendar is essential for consistent posting. But filling it manually takes 10-15 hours per week. Here's a free template, plus how MyMarky AI fills your entire calendar automatically in 5 minutes.
π Skip the Manual Work
Instead of spending hours filling a calendar, let MyMarky AI create 30 days of content + schedule it automatically
30 free posts β’ No credit card required
Why You Need a Content Calendar
β With a Calendar
- β’ Consistent posting schedule
- β’ Content planned weeks ahead
- β’ Balanced content mix
- β’ No last-minute panic
- β’ Better engagement
- β’ Team alignment
β Without a Calendar
- β’ Sporadic, inconsistent posts
- β’ Daily "what should I post?" stress
- β’ Repetitive content
- β’ Missed opportunities
- β’ Lower engagement
- β’ Wasted time
π‘ The Problem with Manual Calendars
Creating and filling a content calendar manually takes 10-15 hours per week. That's why most businesses give up after a few weeks. MyMarky AI solves this by generating your entire calendar in 5 minutes.
What to Include in Your Content Calendar
Post Date & Time
When each post will go live. Include timezone and optimal posting times for each platform.
Platform(s)
Which social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, TikTok, etc.)
Content Type
Educational, promotional, engagement, behind-the-scenes, user-generated, etc.
Caption/Copy
The actual text for your post, including hashtags and CTAs.
Visual Assets
Images, videos, graphics, or carousel designs for the post.
Status & Approval
Draft, pending review, approved, scheduled, or published.
Content Calendar Best Practices
π Posting Frequency
- β’ Instagram: 3-7 posts/week
- β’ Facebook: 3-5 posts/week
- β’ LinkedIn: 2-5 posts/week
- β’ Twitter: 3-5 posts/day
- β’ TikTok: 1-3 posts/day
π― Content Mix
- β’ 60% Educational/Value
- β’ 20% Engagement
- β’ 15% Promotional
- β’ 5% Behind-the-scenes
β° Planning Horizon
- β’ Minimum: 2 weeks ahead
- β’ Ideal: 30 days ahead
- β’ Pro: 90 days ahead
π Review Cycle
- β’ Weekly: Review next week
- β’ Monthly: Plan next month
- β’ Quarterly: Strategy review
β οΈ The Manual Calendar Problem
Time Required (Manual):
- β’ Planning content ideas: 3-4 hours/week
- β’ Writing captions: 4-5 hours/week
- β’ Designing graphics: 4-6 hours/week
- β’ Scheduling posts: 1-2 hours/week
Total: 12-17 hours/week
Time Required (with MyMarky AI):
- β’ AI generates 30 days: 5 minutes
- β’ Review & customize: 1-2 hours/week
Total: 1-2 hours/week
Save 10-15 hours per week
That's 40-60 hours per month!
How MyMarky AI Creates Your Calendar Automatically
Step 1: Connect Your Accounts (30 seconds)
Link your social media accounts. MyMarky AI analyzes your existing posts to learn your brand voice and style.
Step 2: Set Your Preferences (2 minutes)
Choose posting frequency, content types, and brand colors. The AI customizes everything to your needs.
Step 3: AI Generates 30 Days (5 minutes)
Click "Generate" and watch AI create 30 days of content: captions, graphics, hashtags, and optimal posting timesβall automatically added to your calendar.
Step 4: Review & Approve (1-2 hours)
Quick review, make any tweaks, then approve. Everything auto-posts at the perfect time.
Total Time: ~2 hours
vs 12-17 hours manually
85% Time Savings
Stop Wasting Time on Manual Calendars
Let MyMarky AI create, fill, and manage your entire content calendar automatically
What You Get:
- β 30 days of content in 5 minutes
- β Auto-scheduled at peak times
- β Platform-optimized formats
- β Professional graphics included
- β Balanced content mix
- β Team collaboration tools
30 free posts β’ No credit card required