Creating Stunning Social Media Graphics with MidJourney
Learn professional techniques for generating branded visual content that engages your audience and boosts social media performance.
Overview
MidJourney revolutionizes social media content creation by enabling anyone to generate professional-quality graphics with simple text prompts. This guide covers:
- Maintaining brand consistency across generated images
- Tailoring prompts for different social platforms
- Creating cohesive content series
- Optimizing images for engagement
- Post-processing techniques
Note: MidJourney outputs are unique each time - save your favorite seeds and parameters for consistent branding.
Branding Consistency
Create recognizable visuals that align with your brand identity:
Color Palette
Prompt Example:
"Minimalist social media post about productivity, using only navy blue (#001F3F) and gold (#FFD700) colors, clean lines, flat design style --v 6 --ar 1:1"
Style Consistency
Use consistent artistic styles across posts:
Illustrated
Great for brands targeting creative audiences
Prompt Example:
"Whimsical watercolor illustration of a coffee shop scene, pastel colors, soft edges --style 4b"
Photorealistic
Ideal for product showcases
Prompt Example:
"Hyper-realistic product photo of a minimalist wristwatch on marble surface, studio lighting, 8k --v 6"
3D Rendered
Modern tech/appeal
Prompt Example:
"Isometric 3D render of cloud computing concept, neon blue accents, glass materials, clean background --ar 16:9"
Crafting Effective Prompts
Structure your prompts for optimal results:
Prompt Formula
Basic Structure:
"[Subject description], [style/artist references], [color scheme], [composition details], [technical parameters]"
Platform-Specific Formats
Optimize for each social platform's requirements:
Square (1:1) or Portrait (4:5)
Prompt Example:
"Aesthetic flat lay of workspace with laptop, notebook and coffee, muted earth tones, soft shadows --ar 1:1 --q 2"
Landscape (16:9) or Square
Prompt Example:
"Minimalist infographic about AI statistics, clean typography, blue and white color scheme --ar 16:9"
Tall (2:3 or 9:16)
Prompt Example:
"Step-by-step recipe infographic in vertical format, hand-drawn style, warm colors --ar 2:3"
Efficient Workflow
Streamline your content creation process:
Batch Creation
Prompt Example:
"Generate 4 variations of a motivational quote post with mountain imagery, different times of day (sunrise, midday, sunset, night), cinematic lighting --v 6"
Series Creation
Create cohesive content series using seeds:
Prompt Example:
"Continuing from image seed 12345, create another infographic in the same style about cybersecurity tips, maintaining the purple/black color scheme --seed 12345"
Post-Processing
Enhance MidJourney outputs with these tools:
Upscaling
Use tools like Topaz Gigapixel or MidJourney's built-in upscaler for higher resolution.
Color Correction
Adjust colors in Photoshop or Canva to match brand guidelines.
Text Overlays
Add text in Canva or Adobe Express with proper contrast.
Cropping
Ensure key elements aren't cut off on different platforms.
Pro Tips
Reference Artists
Study "::by [artist name]::" to emulate specific styles.
Keep Prompts
Maintain a database of successful prompts.
Chaos Parameter
Use "--chaos 20-70" for more creative variations.
Remix Mode
Enable to tweak existing prompts for variations.
Example Prompts
"Modern Instagram post about digital detox, showing smartphone melting into flowers, surrealism style by Salvador Dali, pastel colors --ar 4:5 --v 6"
"LinkedIn header image for tech startup, abstract circuit board pattern in company colors (blue #1A73E8 and gray #5F6368), geometric style --ar 16:9"
"Pinterest pin about home organization, isometric 3D render of closet storage solutions, soft lighting, muted colors --ar 2:3 --style 4b"
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get consistent character/style across multiple posts?
+Use the same seed number and maintain consistent prompt structure. For characters, describe specific features and use image references when possible.
What's the best resolution for social media?
+Generate at highest quality (--q 2) then upscale. Instagram: 1080x1080 (square), 1080x1350 (portrait). Twitter: 1600x900. Pinterest: 1000x1500.
Can I use MidJourney images commercially?
+Yes, if you're a paying member (Standard or Pro plan). Always check MidJourney's latest Terms of Service for commercial use policies.
How do I add text to MidJourney images?
+MidJourney isn't reliable for text generation. Create the base image, then add text in Canva, Photoshop, or other design tools.
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Try MidJourney NowLast Updated: June 10, 2025 | Suggest an Update