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Catface

Thumbnail Artist

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$55K - $60K/yr

Collaborate with Management, the Lead Artist, and fellow artists to create polished, high-converting YouTube thumbnails. * Design engaging thumbnail concepts that align with video titles, content ...

Airrack

Airrack Thumbnail Concept Artist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$136K - $157K/yr

THE ROLE We're looking for a world-class freelance Thumbnail Concept Artist - the creative brain that comes before the design software ever opens. You take a video title or a raw idea and engineer a ...

Airrack

Airrack Thumbnail Concept Artist

Los Angeles, CA

$136K - $157K/yr

THE ROLE We're looking for a world-class freelance Thumbnail Concept Artist - the creative brain that comes before the design software ever opens. You take a video title or a raw idea and engineer a ...

Airrack

Airrack Thumbnail Concept Artist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$136K - $157K/yr

THE ROLE We're looking for a world-class freelance Thumbnail Concept Artist -- the creative brain that comes before the design software ever opens. You take a video title or a raw idea and engineer a ...

Hidden Acorn

3D Character Artist in Unreal

Redwood City, CA · On-site +1

$148K - $155K/yr

About the Role Hidden Acorn is looking for a talented Character Artist to help us build the roster ... Concept art skills at a thumbnail/ideation level * Familiarity with VAT or ISM workflows for crowd ...

Lionsgate

Contractor, Shooter/Editor

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

Basic thumbnail or graphic design experience (Photoshop) * Experience working with entertainment or ... Arts Entertainment and Debmar-Mercury. Compensation $80,000 - $85,000 EEO Statement Lionsgate is an ...

Tribune Media

Digital Content Producer

Fayetteville, AR · On-site

Producerwill serve as editor for optimizing headlines and thumbnail images for click through/open ... Add in our world-class museums, performing arts centers, major sporting venues, amazing concerts ...

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As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for thumbnail artist in the United States is $129,541.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,000.00 and $152,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Thumbnail Artist is responsible for creating eye-catching and engaging thumbnail images for videos, articles, or other digital content. These visuals are crucial for attracting viewers and increasing click-through rates. Thumbnail Artists use graphic design software, typography, and composition techniques to craft compelling images that align with a brand’s style and messaging. They often collaborate with content creators, marketers, or video editors to ensure the thumbnails effectively represent the content while maximizing audience engagement.

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Thumbnail Artists often work in fast-paced environments where turnaround times are short, and content needs to be both visually compelling and aligned with brand guidelines. One common challenge is balancing creativity with technical constraints, such as platform-specific dimensions and file sizes. Additionally, it can be demanding to consistently produce fresh and engaging visuals that increase click-through rates and stand out in crowded feeds. Effective communication with content creators, marketers, and video editors is essential to ensure thumbnails accurately represent the underlying content. Overcoming these challenges is key to maintaining both quality and relevance in your work.

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To thrive as a Thumbnail Artist, you need expertise in graphic design principles, a keen eye for visual storytelling, and proficiency with design software, often demonstrated through a strong portfolio or degree in a related field. Familiarity with tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Canva is typical, and knowledge of digital marketing or video editing can be advantageous. Creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to quickly adapt to changing trends are crucial soft skills in this role. These capabilities ensure that your thumbnails effectively capture audience attention and drive engagement in competitive online environments.

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Thumbnail Artist

Catface

Austin, TX • On-site, Remote

$55K - $60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Catface is a YouTube entertainment company, home to a family of channels with over 28+ million combined subscribers and an average of 300 million views per month. Our goal is to entertain our audience with fun, light-hearted narratives and entertaining content for general audiences. A vital component of our business is creating multiple unique stories every week in order to keep our audience engaged.


Visit our YouTube Channels
Aphmau Gaming
Aphmau Shuki
Aphmau Fantasy


Visit our websites

Aphmau Store
Catface Website


About the Job

We are seeking a talented and creative YouTube Thumbnail Artist to join our team and help create eye-catching, high-performing thumbnails for our Minecraft and Roblox YouTube content. Reporting to the Lead Artist, you will collaborate with a team of artists and creative professionals to develop engaging thumbnails that drive clicks, increase audience engagement, and support channel growth.


The ideal candidate has exceptional illustration skills, a strong understanding of YouTube culture and audience behavior, and a passion for creating cute, expressive Chibi-style artwork. You will be involved throughout the entire creative process, from concept development and sketching to final execution, including both 2D illustration and paint-overs of 3D models.

All candidates must deliver a full resume with art samples for consideration.


What You'll Do

  • Collaborate with Management, the Lead Artist, and fellow artists to create polished, high-converting YouTube thumbnails.
  • Design engaging thumbnail concepts that align with video titles, content, and channel branding.
  • Sketch thumbnail ideas based on creative briefs and prompts.
  • Create finished 2D illustrations in a cute, Chibi-inspired art style.
  • Paint over and composite existing 3D models to create dynamic thumbnail artwork.
  • Edit and manipulate images, graphics, lighting, and text to maximize click-through rates.
  • Produce multiple thumbnail variations for testing and optimization when needed.
  • Maintain consistent visual branding across YouTube channels.
  • Take and implement feedback from creative supervisors and stakeholders.
  • Ensure Photoshop files are organized, properly labeled, and backed up according to team standards.
  • Stay informed on YouTube trends, internet culture, gaming content trends, and competitor strategies.
  • Meet project deadlines in a fast-paced creative environment.


What We're Looking For

  • Strong portfolio demonstrating thumbnail design, digital illustration, or related artwork.
  • Excellent illustration skills with the ability to replicate and work within an established art style.
  • Strong understanding of composition, visual storytelling, lighting, and color correction.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop.
  • Experience creating YouTube thumbnails or digital marketing graphics.
  • Understanding of YouTube audience behavior and click-through rate optimization.
  • Knowledge of video games, particularly Minecraft, Roblox, or similar gaming content.
  • Awareness of YouTube and internet culture.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to implement feedback effectively.
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced creative environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities.


Nice to Have

  • Experience painting over 3D renders and compositing artwork.
  • Familiarity with social media platforms including YouTube, Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, Reddit, Twitch, Discord, Snapchat, and emerging platforms.
  • Understanding of how thumbnails, titles, trends, and audience behavior impact video performance.
  • Basic understanding of YouTube analytics and performance metrics.


What We Offer

  • Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision health benefits
  • 401(k) contribution
  • Flexible time off
  • Lunch, snacks and drinks provided in the office
  • Pets in the office once a month
  • Onsite fitness center
  • Learning Stipend


Reports to: Strategy Manager

Salary/Wages: $55,000 - $60,000

Location: Remote

Classification: Exempt


The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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