About MotionArt
MotionArt is a YouTube growth and production agency helping creators develop and scale their channels. We're looking for a creative YouTube Thumbnail Designer to create eye-catching, high-quality thumbnails that communicate video concepts clearly and encourage viewers to click.
Work Format
- Fully remote with flexible working hours.
- Approximately one thumbnail per week initially.
- Long-term collaboration with opportunities for additional projects.
Compensation
Approximately $25 USD per thumbnail. Final rates depend on the project's scope, complexity, and requirements.
Responsibilities
- Design engaging YouTube thumbnails tailored to specific video topics and target audiences.
- Select and combine images, typography, composition, and visual elements to create compelling designs.
- Ensure thumbnails remain clear, readable, and visually effective at small sizes.
- Align thumbnail concepts with video titles and content to communicate a strong, consistent message.
- Adapt designs to different YouTube channels, niches, and visual styles.
- Implement agreed revisions and deliver completed thumbnails on time.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience designing YouTube thumbnails.
- A strong portfolio demonstrating previous thumbnail design work.
- Excellent understanding of visual composition, typography, and attention to detail.
- Understanding of how thumbnails and video titles work together to attract viewers.
- Ability to create original, customized designs rather than relying solely on ready-made templates.
- Experience using AI-powered tools in the design process.
- English proficiency sufficient to understand briefs, video topics, and feedback.
- Ability to work independently, communicate clearly, and meet deadlines.
What We Offer
- Fully remote collaboration and flexible working hours.
- Opportunities for long-term cooperation.
- Potential to design thumbnails for multiple YouTube channels based on performance and project availability.
- Creative projects across different YouTube niches.
- Students are welcome to apply if they meet the requirements.
We look forward to seeing your work!
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