YouTube Thumbnail Designer Remote

We’re looking for a talented YouTube Thumbnail Designer to join our team and create high-performing YouTube thumbnails across several growing channels focused on technology, AI, SaaS, tutorials, and educational content.

This is a long-term opportunity for someone who understands what makes people click, embraces modern AI-powered design workflows, and can consistently deliver high-quality thumbnails on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Design eye-catching, high-CTR thumbnails for YouTube videos.
• Create compelling visual concepts using composition, contrast, facial expression, typography, and color psychology.
• Use AI tools for image generation, editing, and workflow optimization where appropriate.
• Generate or enhance visuals using AI image generation tools when required (backgrounds, objects, scenes, character consistency).
• Perform advanced retouching, cutouts, compositing, and color grading.
• Collaborate with producers, editors, and channel owners on thumbnail concepts and title–thumbnail alignment.
• Follow channel design styles and brand guidelines.
• Produce thumbnail variations for A/B testing.
• Incorporate feedback and revisions when required.
• Deliver projects within agreed deadlines.
• Organize project files, layered sources, and reusable templates.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of Experience designing thumbnails for YouTube channels.
• Strong Experience with AI image tools such as Nano Banana Pro, Midjourney, Flux or similar.
• Heavy, hands-on experience with AI image generation and editing tools — this is a core part of the role, not a bonus.
• Strong proficiency with modern designer tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, Canva, Illustrator, or equivalent).
• Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines.
• Strong portfolio showcasing previous thumbnail or design work.
• Good English proficiency for understanding briefs and feedback.
• Strong attention to detail, typography, and visual hierarchy.
• Team-oriented, reliable, and proactive.

Nice to Have

• Experience with AI editing tools such as Generative Fill, Magnific, Topaz, or similar.
• Familiarity with LoRA training or face-consistency workflows.
• Understanding of YouTube CTR, packaging, and A/B testing best practices.
• Experience creating visuals for tech, AI, SaaS, or educational channels.

What We Offer

• Consistent, long-term work.
• Opportunity to work on large-scale YouTube channels.
• Structured workflows with clear briefs and fast feedback.
• Professional, collaborative remote team.
• Opportunities to work with the latest AI creative tools and workflows.
• Opportunities for growth and skill development.

If you’re not comfortable completing the initial unpaid test task, we kindly ask that you do not apply.

If you’re passionate about designing thumbnails that win the click, enjoy leveraging AI to produce exceptional visuals, and want to grow with a fast-scaling media company, we’d love to see your portfolio and learn more about you.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates can apply by completing this form:

https://smrtcontent.bamboohr.com/careers/30?source=aWQ9OA%3D%3D