How To Automate Job Posting Images for LinkedIn

Creating engaging job postings on LinkedIn is a crucial step in attracting the best talent. But doing it manually each time can be time-consuming and prone to inconsistencies. What if you could automate the whole process, ensuring every job post looks professional while saving you valuable hours each week?

In this guide, I'll show you how to automate job posting images for LinkedIn using Templated, allowing you to generate consistent, branded visuals with just a few clicks.

Why Automate Your Job Posting Images?

Job posts with high-quality images stand out. Candidates scrolling through LinkedIn are much more likely to engage with a visually appealing post than with just plain text. However, creating these images manually can be a hassle, especially when you have multiple job openings.

With Templated, you can easily create an automated workflow for job posting images on LinkedIn that are:

• On-brand: Use consistent colors, logos, and typography.
• Quick: Save hours by automating repetitive tasks.
• Scalable: No matter how many jobs you post, the process stays efficient.

What You Will Build

With this tutorial, you will learn how to automate the creation of job posting images using Templated, Google Sheets, and Zapier. The goal is to create a minimalistic but professional-looking job post template that includes the Job Title, Company Logo, Location, Brief Description, and Application URL.

We will then set up an automated workflow using Zapier so that:

• When a new job is added to Google Sheets, Zapier automatically generates a new image using Templated.
• The generated image is then scheduled for posting on LinkedIn, making your job listings stand out with engaging visuals.

By the end of this guide, you’ll have a fully automated workflow that helps you save time and consistently create beautiful job postings.

Step 1: Design Your Job Post Template in Templated

First, head over to Templated and design a template that suits your brand's style. You can add your logo, company colors, and text elements that make your job post stand out. Remember to include fields like job title, location, and company name, which can be automatically filled later.

The beauty of Templated is that you don't need to be a designer. The drag-and-drop interface makes it easy to create templates that reflect your brand's identity, and you can adjust them anytime to fit new campaigns or design ideas.

Step 2: Set Up Your Google Sheets Database

Next, set up your database of job listings in Google Sheets. This is where you’ll store all the job information that will be used to generate the images.

Create a Google Sheet for Job Listings

• Open Google Sheets and create a new spreadsheet titled Job Listings.
• Add the following columns to your sheet to keep all job details organized:
  • Job Title
  • Company Logo (URL)
  • Company Name
  • Location
  • Brief Description
  • Application URL

These columns will match the fields in your Templated design, allowing Zapier to pull the necessary data into the template. You can add more columns as needed to reflect additional information you'd like to include in your job post images.

Add More Fields (Optional)

If your template includes more dynamic layers (e.g., salary information, benefits), you can add more columns to your Google Sheet to accommodate these fields. This flexibility allows you to further customize your job postings and include as much detail as you like.

Step 3: Set Up Automation Using Zapier

Once you have a template ready, it’s time to automate the image generation process. With tools like Zapier, you can connect Templated to your job posting system.

Here's how:

1. Create a Zap: In Zapier, set up a trigger that fires whenever a new job opening is added to your Google Sheet.
2. Connect Google Sheets to Templated: Use Zapier to connect Google Sheets to Templated. Whenever a new row is added to your Google Sheet (with columns for details like job title, location, etc.), Zapier will trigger Templated to generate an image. The template you created earlier will automatically pull in the details from the Google Sheet.
3. Share to LinkedIn: Finally, add a step to your Zap to share the generated image on LinkedIn. You can customize the post text to include key information about the job, a call to action, and relevant hashtags.

Finding the API Key in Templated

To connect Templated with Zapier, you will need an API key:

• Log in to your Templated account.
• Navigate to No-Code Integrations.
• Copy the API key, as you will need it when setting up the Zapier integration.

Setting Up the Zap in Zapier

• In Zapier, after choosing Google Sheets as your trigger app, select New Spreadsheet Row as the event.
• Connect your Google Sheets account and select the spreadsheet you created for job listings.
• Next, add an Action step and choose Templated as the app. You will be prompted to enter the API key you copied earlier.
• After connecting Templated, select the template you designed.

Mapping Template Fields in Zapier

• Once the template is selected, Zapier will prompt you to map the fields from Google Sheets to the corresponding fields in your Templated design. For example:
  • Job Title in Google Sheets maps to the Job Title field in your Templated design.
  • Location in Google Sheets maps to the Location field in Templated.
  • Company Logo (URL) maps to the Logo image field.

Step 4: Testing and Perfecting

After setting up the automation, it’s time to test. Post a couple of job listings to make sure everything works smoothly. You might need to tweak your template to ensure the text fits perfectly, or adjust the automation timing if your workflow includes approvals.

One of the advantages of using Templated is its flexibility—you can easily edit the template if you want to improve the design or update your branding.

Benefits of Automating Job Post Images

By automating your job posting images, you'll get:

• Consistency: Every job post will have the same professional look, reinforcing your brand identity.
• Speed: No more spending hours creating visuals. With automation, you can generate these images instantly.
• Scalability: Whether you have 5 job openings or 50, the process is just as simple.

Get Started with Templated Today

Templated makes it simple to automate the creation of beautiful job post images, helping you save time and attract the best candidates. If you’re ready to streamline your hiring process and make your LinkedIn posts stand out, sign up for Templated and start creating your job post templates today.

Final Thoughts

Automation doesn’t just save you time—it helps your brand make a stronger impression. With tools like Templated, you can ensure your job postings on LinkedIn are always visually appealing and consistent, setting your company apart from others vying for top talent.

Ready to take your job posting strategy to the next level? Give Templated a try and see the difference automation can make.