Graphic Thumbnail Designer (YouTube)

FOX

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Design eye-catching, high-impact thumbnails for YouTube videos to increase CTR and engagement
  
• Collaborate closely with video editors, content creators, and the marketing team to align on messaging and audience targeting
  
• Translate video concepts and emotional beats into compelling visual designs
  
• Experiment with different styles, layouts, and text treatments to optimize performance
  
• Maintain brand consistency while pushing creative boundaries
  
• Stay current on YouTube design trends, best practices, and algorithm updates
  
• Organize and manage thumbnail assets and design templates for efficiency
  

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• 1+ year of experience designing YouTube thumbnails or social media graphics (portfolio required)
  
• Expertise in Adobe Photoshop, Canva, or similar tools
  
• Strong understanding of digital design principles: color theory, contrast, composition, and typography
  
• Ability to communicate emotion and storytelling visually to drive clicks
  
• Basic understanding of how YouTube analytics tie into thumbnail performance
  
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to accept and apply feedback constructively
  
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills to meet rapid content deadlines
  

NICE TO HAVE, BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER:

• Experience with motion thumbnails or animation (e.g., After Effects, Premiere Pro)
  
• Familiarity with A/B testing and data-driven design decision-making
  
• Passion for YouTube creators, content trends, and platform culture