This article was written for Daily Hive by Jina Marwood of ID Agency.
Instagram is a massive platform for businesses to get their products and services out there, and we’ve watched local digital creators grow into their own brand identities through social media content marketing. We’ve chosen these Vancouver-based influencers to feature because they’ve shown us how to transform their social media presence into successful careers.
@yourgirlneens
Nina is a lifestyle and fashion blogger, YouTuber, and also runs her own podcast. If you’re based in Vancouver, you might recognize her from Sephora’s print ads across the city and in the store during the Summer of 2019.
@styleisstyle
Lydia is a model, writer, and fashion influencer whose content ranges from highlighting their favourite artists, restaurants, music, and more. They’re also represented by Vancouver-based modelling agency, Stranger Agency, where you can directly book them for work.
@emmett_sparling
Emmett is a travel photographer residing in Vancouver, with stunning content from Japan, Slovenia, Hawaii, Philippines, and beyond. At over 700,000 followers, Emmett has worked for recognizable brands across the globe, including Daniel Wellington and BMW. You can also follow him on his adventures through his YouTube channel.
@emm.yee
Megan’s content ranges from fashion, beauty, lifestyle, and travel. You can expect product recommendations, travel experiences, and recollections of her life as an elementary school teacher and newlywed.
@mykenna
Mykenna is a lifestyle influencer based in Langley, BC. You may recognize her from her recent appearance on the latest season of The Bachelor (USA). She has a quirky and outgoing personality, so it makes sense that she’s also active on the video-sharing app, Tik Tok.
@vancouverfoodie
Emma is arguably Vancouver’s biggest advocate for all things food. From recipes to recommendations, her content is guaranteed to make you drool. She’s worked with big brands like Mcdonalds Canada to local businesses like The Arbor.
@danieladibfitness
Daniela is a senior Soul Cycle instructor who also offers virtual private fitness classes. She’s worked with brands like Lululemon and even got a shoutout from talk show host Kelly Ripa for her lively and intense cycling workouts.
@ohyoutwo
Grace and Paniz are two Vancouver-based best friends and bloggers who use their platform to take you through a day in their life. From product and food recommendations in the city to Q&A’s about their friendship, these two will always keep you entertained.
@braybraywoowoo
Brayden is a lifestyle, adventure, and travel photographer. When he’s not exploring the world, he’s working with large Canadian brands like Tentree, Destination Canada, and Arc’teryx.
@j.m.pomeroy
Jamila is an internationally published journalist, model, screenwriter, and entrepreneur who posts inspirational and creative content. Her magazine, Avocado Toast Post, was created to “integrate story-telling into ad campaigns and have everything flow seamlessly with a purpose.” It’s currently available online and will soon be available to purchase through its website and Amazon.
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