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13 Creators To Follow As You Enter Your Post-College Era

Graduating is exciting… until it’s not. One minute you’re a freshman counting down the days until you walk across that stage, and the next, you’re a senior realizing that everything is about to change. The routines you’ve spent building suddenly disappear and you’re left to figure out what comes next. Whether it’s moving back home, navigating job applications, or adjusting to life without classes, entering the “real world” can feel overwhelming.

TBH, I think what many new grads really want during this time in their lives is someone to look up to, someone who’s been (or currently is) in their shoes who can share advice, tips, or even just a bit of relatability. This is where post-grad content creators come in. Across social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram, creators who recently graduated (or are about to) are documenting this transition in real time. Their content ranges from practical advice like job interview tips and “day in the life” videos to honest reflections about finding direction after college. Some of the creators on this list are current seniors whose content is beginning to evolve beyond campus life, making them especially relevant to follow right now, while others have been post-grad for a few years now, meaning they’ve got some lived experience to sahre. 

Whether you’re looking for guidance, insight, or comfort, these 13 creators are navigating post-grad life right alongside you.

Ashley Nicole (@ashy.nicolee)
@ashy.nicolee

Day in my life living with my parents at 26! Vlog!!

♬ original sound – Ashley Nicole

Ashley lost her full-time post-grad job in early 2025, causing her to move back in with her family at the age of 26 for financial reasons. Despite her hardships, she continues to show up for her followers on both Instagram and TikTok, sharing inspirational messages and quiet moments of vulnerability. Ashley offers comfort especially for those struggling with the idea of moving back home, and she is proof that life after graduation may not be perfect, but it often teaches some of the most valuable lessons.

Clarke Peoples (@claaaarke)

Clarke is a Columbia University graduate who has spent her post-grad years traveling the world and proving that life doesn’t slow down after earning your degree. Since graduating, she’s shifted her focus toward content creations while living in New York City. With her effortlessly put-together aesthetic and free-spirited mindset, Clarke’s content is for those who crave independence and a post-grad life that feels both intentional and exciting.

Ariba Rasool (@ariba.rasool)

Ariba is a college senior whose content blends lifestyle, beauty, and fashion with glimpses into her everyday college life. Along with her makeup and outfit content, Ariba also shares advice about transitioning out of college. As she gets ready for this next chapter of her life, Ariba is the creator to follow if you want content that balances self-expression with real conversations about entering your post-grad era.

Julia (@juliabomez) 

After graduating from Syracuse University in 2025, Julia has spent her post-grad life creating content centered around financial advice and healthy money habits. She also has TikToks sharing tips on workplace boundaries, interview preparation, and how to land your “dream job.” Julia’s content is especially helpful for anyone feeling lost in the job search process or unsure of how to manage their finances after college.

Kaitlyn Johnson (@kaitlynj101)

Kaitlyn is another full-time influencer who found herself moving back home after college. Kaitlyn’s daily routine consists of needlepoint (which she has a second TikTok account for), spending time with her mom, and traveling with her boyfriend. Despite not having a traditional 9-5 job, social media has given her the opportunity to build a life on her own terms. Kaitlyn’s openness about her struggles with anxiety has even become an inspiration for many of her followers, and her message about pushing through uncertainty is exactly what a lot of college seniors need to hear right now.

Hannah (@hannahmariefellows)

Hannah is a post-grad social media manager whose content focuses on videos like “spend my 9-5 with me,” giving her followers an inside look at what working full-time post-grad actually looks like. Her content leans less into direct advice and more into showing you what a real day-to-day post-grad looks like. From work tasks to life outside of the office, her content feels both authentic and easy to connect with. She also brings a sense of humor to her videos, making the transition into a full-time job feel less intimidating and more relatable.

Juliette (@juliettesjourneyy)

Juliette is a college senior whose content focuses on day-in-the-life videos, taking her followers along with her as she runs errands, prepares for graduation, and navigates her final months of college. Her page feels like a safe space for other graduating students, offering reassurance that not everyone has it figured out just yet.

Maddie Mae (@lifewithmaddiemae)

Maddie’s content is both relatable and fun as she takes her viewers along for day-in-the-life videos and “study with me” content. As another college senior preparing to graduate, she offers her followers a glimpse into what it looks like to build structures and routines before stepping into life post-grad. 

Ashleigh (@theashleighshoww)

Ashleigh’s vibe is warm, bubbly, and instantly comforting, making her the perfect creator to turn to when the idea of entering the “real world” starts to feel too real. As a senior graduating this spring, much of her content is centered around graduation preparation, such as outfit inspiration and celebration ideas. Ashleigh captures the emotions with closing out the college chapter, and if you’re trying to romanticize your final months of college while also getting excited for what’s next, Ashleigh just might be your go-to girl.

Claire (@clairestudentlife)

Claire is an engineering analyst who has been navigating post-grad life for a few years now, offering a slightly more experienced perspective compared to recent graduates who are just now beginning their transition out of college. While she occasionally shares advice for younger college students, especially those in engineering, her content mostly focuses on her life working a 9-5 job. What makes Claire stand out is her ability to balance a “serious” career with humor and personality, proving that entering the workforce doesn’t mean losing the fun and lighthearted version of yourself you found in college.

Hali Jama (@haliijama) 
@haliijama

Hi friends, welcome back to another episode of the growngirldiaries. It’s been a minute, and to be honest, I don’t often share much about my personal story on here. But I think it’s time we change that. Time we get to know each other a little deeper😝 LOL Anyways, the internet can be both beautiful and brutal. It connects us, inspires us, and gives us a peek into other people’s lives. But it also makes it easy to assume. We scroll and guess and fill in the blanks, especially when it comes to women. Especially when it comes to Black women. People are quick to explain away our success. They’ll say it must be family money, or that her partner is funding everything, or that she just got “lucky.” I’ve heard those things. I’ve seen the comments and felt the assumptions. But I’ve never felt the need to explain myself. Not because those comments don’t matter, but because they were never the reason I showed up here. What matters more are the quiet messages from girls like me. Girls from immigrant families, first-gen students, ambitious young women who are trying to figure it all out. The ones who see a piece of themselves in me. The ones who reach out for advice, share their stories, and remind me why this platform exists in the first place. This is for all of us who have ever felt out of place. For the ones who never felt like they belonged. For the ones who walked into rooms and felt like everyone else had some secret map to life that we never got access to. I know that feeling, and I want this space to be a home for it. A space where we talk honestly about what it means to grow, to struggle, to succeed, to try again. So today I’m taking my own advice. I’m walking into this space like I built every part of it. Because I belong here. And so do you. This is the beginning of me sharing more of my story. Not just the polished parts but the real moments too. The lessons, the healing, the things I had to figure out on my own. Beyond career and goals, I want to talk about beauty and self care. I want to talk about fashion and how learning to dress confidently was something I had to grow into. I want to talk about love and friendship and all the messy parts of becoming. So welcome to a new chapter of the growngirldiaries. One where we get even more honest. One where we grow together, side by side. Let’s begin. #postgrad #postgraddiaries #firstgenerationstudent

♬ original sound – Hali Jama

Hali’s content feels elevated, polished, and undeniably grown as she offers her followers a glimpse into post-grad life in New York City. From career insights to lifestyle content, she shares practical advice that is useful when it comes to navigating job applications and early career responsibilities. Hali encourages anyone who dreams of building a life in a big city and needs that extra push to believe it can actually happen.

Gamille Valbrun (@gamille_v)

Gamille is another post-grad creator documenting her life in New York City with honesty. She openly shares her experience navigating unemployment after graduation, something many people often go through but don’t always talk about. Instead of hiding that reality, Gamille leans into it and has built an online community by creating initiatives such as her “Unemployed Baddies Beauty Giveaway” to give back to her followers. She’s a great creator to follow if you want content that reminds you that you’re not alone in this harsh job market.

Elle (@elle.alexa)
@elle.alexa

there’s only so many more sorority meals left🥲 #sororitygirls #greeklife #mealplan #sororitychef #glutenfree @Garage Clothing @Starbucks @Owala @sojoseyewear

♬ original sound – elle💌

Elle is a senior at the University of Florida who has been documenting her graduation prep while also sharing insights from her college experience. From advice on navigating roommates to sorority life with her popular “eat lunch with me at my sorority house” videos, her content blends lifestyle with practical tips. Elle offers both guidance and a glimpse into senior year life while encouraging viewers to think about what comes next.

Caitlyn is a Junior at the University of Central Florida working to pursue a degree in English Creative Writing, with a minor in Leadership Studies, and a certificate in Editing & Publishing and plans to graduate Spring 2027. This is Caitlyn’s sixth semester as a Her Campus Staff Writer and first semester as a Her Campus Chapter Editor. Caitlyn also works as a Resident Assistant at UCF and is a National Writer for Her Campus Media. She has a passion for reading, writing, spending time with her cats, and going to Disney! After graduation, Caitlyn plans to obtain her Masters degree in Higher Education and eventually continue her career in housing or in the editing and publishing field.