Social Media Management for Local Businesses Ready to Grow
Most small to mid-sized businesses know they need to be active on social media — but between running a business and everything else on your plate, it often becomes inconsistent, overwhelming, or an afterthought.
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The result?
Inactive pages, unclear messaging, and missed opportunities to stay visible where your customers are already looking.
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At DEV Communications, we take a different approach.
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We provide strategic social media management for local businesses that want more than just posting — businesses that want to build brand awareness, show up consistently, and create meaningful, relatable content that connects with their audience.
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With over 10 years of marketing experience, everything we do is rooted in strategy — not guesswork.
Social Media Strategy vs. Management: What Your Business Actually Needs
Not every business needs full social media management — but every business needs a strategy.
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The biggest mistake we see is businesses jumping straight into posting without a plan. This leads to:
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• inconsistent content
• unclear messaging
• low engagement
• frustration with results
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At DEV Communications, we start with strategy first — whether you need guidance, full management, or a long-term partner.
How It Works
Here’s how to determine what level of support is right for you:
Choose Strategy if:
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you have time to post but don’t know what to say
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you want direction and structure
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you need help understanding what works
Choose Management if:
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social media keeps falling off your to-do list
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you want consistency without managing it yourself
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you need someone to execute your content plan
Choose a Social Media Partner if:
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you want deeper strategy and ongoing support
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you’re ready to elevate your brand presence
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you want a marketing partner, not just a service
Social Media Services + Pricing
WE OFFER MULTIPLE LEVELS OF SUPPORT DEPENDING ON YOUR BUSINESS NEEDS:
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Social Media Strategy
Starting at $450/month
For businesses that want expert direction but manage posting internally.
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Includes:
• monthly strategy call
• customized content plan
• post ideas and caption direction
• platform recommendations
• performance insights
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Social Media Management
Starting at $700/month
For businesses that want a consistent and professional presence without managing social media day-to-day.
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Includes:
• 12 strategic posts per month
• caption writing for up to two platforms
• hashtag strategy
• content planning and direction
• scheduling and posting
• quarterly analytics
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Social Media Partner
Starting at $1,400/month
For businesses ready for deeper strategy and long-term growth.
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Includes:
• 16 strategic posts per month
• caption writing for up to two platforms
• content planning and brand direction
• scheduling and posting
• monthly strategy call
• analytics and insights
• ongoing content guidance
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Social Media Consulting
Starting at $150/hour
For businesses needing flexible, high-level marketing guidance.
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Includes:
• content audits
• campaign strategy
• messaging refinement
• platform growth recommendations
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Additional Marketing Support
We also offer:
• campaign and content planning
• brand messaging and positioning
• email marketing guidance
• promotional strategy and event support
FAQs
How long does it take to see results?
Social media is a long-term strategy. Most clients begin seeing improved consistency and engagement within the first 60–90 days.
Do you create content for us?
We guide content creation and work with what you provide, ensuring it aligns with your brand and strategy.
Do you guarantee sales or leads?
No — we focus on building visibility, consistency, and brand awareness, which support long-term business growth.
What platforms do you manage?
Typically Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YoutTube Shorts and TikTok depending on your audience and goals.
When social media is done strategically and consistently, it creates real results.
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Examples of what this looks like:
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• showcasing your products or services in a way that feels relatable
• highlighting your team, space, or process to build trust
• sharing educational or behind-the-scenes content
• promoting events, updates, and milestones
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Recent Results:
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• 16% follower growth and nearly 180,000 views for a restaurant in 90 days
• 39.1% follower growth and 135,000 views for a community-based account
• recruiting campaigns generating 200+ applications
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This is what happens when strategy and consistency work together.
How Strategic Social Media Builds Brand Awareness & Visibility
"Working with Devin from Dev Communications has honestly been one of the best decisions we’ve made for Stone Creek. She takes so much off our plate - scheduling photoshoots, coming up with content ideas, and keeping us organized with guest communication and the little things we forget when we’re buried in operations. She’s incredibly organized, straightforward, and so easy to work with. She understands our brand and the feeling we want people to have when they think of Stone Creek, and she’s been a huge reason our content and following have grown the way they have. On top of all that, she’s become a great friend. Between her work with us and her role as president of Marcellus Together, she brings such a genuine care for this community into everything she does. We’re very grateful for her and highly recommend Dev Communications."
- Marissa Bankey | Stone Creek