YouTube Thumbnails Designer

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is hiring a YouTube Thumbnail Designer to create high-impact, visually compelling thumbnails across our podcast channels. In this role, you will be responsible solely for designing thumbnails that capture attention, align with each show’s brand, and support strong click-through performance. In just two years, YAP Media has become one of the top networks for business and self-development podcasts, securing sponsorship deals with major brands like Airbnb, LinkedIn, Shopify, the International Olympic Committee, and more. As our network continues to scale, thumbnail quality plays a critical role in how our content performs on YouTube. This is a highly creative execution role. You will collaborate closely with our Growth and Content teams, but your core responsibility will be producing exceptional thumbnail designs that stop the scroll and visually communicate the episode’s hook. For the right person, this could be a strong long-term opportunity within a fast-growing digital media company. As the network scales, there will be opportunities to take on additional creative ownership and contribute to larger visual initiatives.

Responsibilities Thumbnail Design.

Design engaging, high-performing thumbnails for multiple YouTube podcast channels. Create visually compelling compositions that attract attention in crowded feeds while maintaining clarity and brand consistency. Brand Alignment.

Ensure thumbnails reflect each show’s tone, audience, and positioning. Adapt design style appropriately across different creators and niches while maintaining overall quality standards. Creative Execution.

Translate episode topics, hooks, and creative briefs into strong visual concepts. Select impactful imagery, typography, colors, and layouts that enhance viewer curiosity. Design Iteration.

Produce multiple thumbnail variations when requested. Quickly implement feedback from the Growth or Content teams to refine visuals and improve clarity. Asset Management.

Maintain organized design files and templates for efficient production. Ensure consistent formatting, sizing, and export quality across all uploads. Collaboration.

Work closely with editors and content leads to ensure thumbnails align with episode themes, guest positioning, and visual direction.

Results Deliver high-quality thumbnail designs for all assigned uploads on schedule. Produce visually compelling thumbnails that align with each show’s brand identity and creative direction. Consistently meet internal quality standards for clarity, composition, and readability across devices (desktop and mobile). Successfully implement feedback and revisions in a timely and professional manner.

Requirements Proven experience designing YouTube thumbnails. Strong design skills using Adobe Photoshop, Canva, or similar tools. Strong understanding of composition, typography, color theory, and visual hierarchy. Ability to create clean, bold, scroll-stopping designs optimized for small-screen viewing. Detail-oriented and able to follow brand guidelines precisely. Able to manage multiple design requests and meet deadlines consistently. Creative, adaptable, and comfortable working across different show styles and niches. Familiarity with podcast, creator, or digital media content is a plus. Available to work Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET.

Salary & Benefits $600 - $750/m based on prior experience Remote work Flexible PTO Medical benefits Employee growth plans Skill development Personal development (reimbursement for books, courses, etc) Choice to recognize US holidays or local holidays for international team members Paid maternity leave Interaction with company owners

Company Values Scrappy Hustlers.

Everything is figure-out-able – Industrious, creative, resourcefulness, can do a lot with a little. Right The First Time.

Obsessed with Excellence – High standards. Expects personal and team performance to be nothing short of excellent. Just Whales.

Whales say NO so they can say YES to greatness – Focus on the highest leverage opportunities, kill distractions. Step On The Gas.

Be certain of your direction, then drive – Move fast, make decisions, get shit done. We Win.

We win together because everyone owns their part – Team-focused, generous with time and energy, thrives on feedback, supports others to do and be their best.

About YAP MEDIA YAP Media () collaborates with top influencers and podcasters to help them expand their online presence and monetize their content. Our clients include hosts from Shark Tank, the world's #1 Executive Business Coach, and Top Podcasters who receive 1 Million+ downloads a month and regularly rank as the #1 podcast in their niche on Apple Podcasts. We are a fully remote company of 50+ team members around the world. We have team members in the USA, Argentina, Nigeria, Kenya, Algeria, Turkey, India, and the Philippines.

Salary: $600 - $750/m