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Youtube Thumbnail Designer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Manage editors, thumbnail designers, videographers, and pre-production workflows for Owner's YouTube channel * Lead A/B testing for packaging across our back catalogue * Maintain and present YouTube ...

Youtube Manager

Las Vegas, NM · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

... final thumbnail. * Run the full upload operation end to end across all channels, including ... We offer a comprehensive, evolving benefits package designed to support your health, family, and ...

To start, you'll have an editor and thumbnail designer reporting to you, but as the channel scales ... This job touches finance, content, YouTube growth, team management, and an audience you likely do ...

Sr. YouTube Strategist

$90K - $115K/yr

Develop and oversee strategies designed to build sustainable YouTube channel growth by leveraging ... Thumbnail strategy * Title optimization * Metadata optimization * Playlist strategy * Audience ...

Sr. YouTube Strategist

$90K - $115K/yr

Develop and oversee strategies designed to build sustainable YouTube channel growth by leveraging ... Thumbnail strategy * Title optimization * Metadata optimization * Playlist strategy * Audience ...

Youtube Manager

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$80K - $95K/yr

Our content is not vanity media; it is designed to drive measurable reach, deepen brand influence ... final thumbnail. * Run the full upload operation end to end across all channels, including ...

Graphic Designer

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

Creating graphics for YouTube, social media, websites, presentations, and marketing campaigns ... Thumbnail quality consistently improves content performance * Brand systems reduce production time ...

You'll guide a small but mighty design team, oversee everything from thumbnail production to live ... Merch Design Initiatives - Support the merchandise designer on product design for smosh.com ...

You'll guide a small but mighty design team, oversee everything from thumbnail production to live ... Merch Design Initiatives - Support the merchandise designer on product design for smosh.com ...

You'll guide a small but mighty design team, oversee everything from thumbnail production to live ... Merch Design Initiatives - Support the merchandise designer on product design for smosh.com ...

If you're a designer who gets a rush from a killer thumbnail, a scroll-stopping Instagram reel ... Design across everything: social graphics, YouTube thumbnails, email campaigns, landing pages, paid ...

... designers, photographers, and agencies as required to ensure required assets are produce on-time ... YouTube thumbnail brief without missing a beat. Format doesn't constrain you - it energizes you ...

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How much do youtube thumbnail designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for youtube thumbnail designer in the United States is $23.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a YouTube thumbnail designer?

A YouTube Thumbnail Designer creates visually appealing and engaging thumbnails for videos to attract viewers and increase clicks. They use graphic design skills, color psychology, and branding techniques to design thumbnails that align with the creator's style and content. Their role involves selecting the right images, text, and layouts to make the video stand out. A well-designed thumbnail helps improve a video's visibility, click-through rate, and overall channel growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a YouTube thumbnail designer?

To excel as a Youtube Thumbnail Designer, you need strong graphic design skills, a keen eye for visual storytelling, and experience with design software such as Adobe Photoshop or Canva. Familiarity with YouTube analytics tools and trends, along with a relevant portfolio, are highly valued in this field. Creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to take feedback well are important soft skills for consistently producing high-performing thumbnails. These competencies help ensure thumbnails attract viewer attention, boost click-through rates, and support channel growth.

What are some common challenges faced by YouTube thumbnail designers?

One common challenge for Youtube Thumbnail Designers is creating compelling visuals that stand out in a crowded feed while accurately representing the video content. Designers often work under tight deadlines and must quickly adapt to evolving trends or feedback from content creators. Balancing brand consistency with fresh, eye-catching ideas is another frequent challenge. Effective collaboration with video editors, marketers, and channel owners is crucial for producing thumbnails that drive viewer engagement and support channel objectives.

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Infographic showing various Youtube Thumbnail Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,320 per year, or $23.7 per hour.

MULTIMEDIA DESIGNER - POWERNATION (GRAY MEDIA GROUP)

Gray Television

Franklin, TN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago


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6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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Job description

About Gray Media:
Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About PowerNation:
PowerNation Studios is a full-service marketing and media company specializing in automotive enthusiast content in Franklin, TN. PowerNation Studios produces America's #1 automotive how-to television franchise, PowerNation, currently producing popular shows: Engine Power, Music City Trucks, Blacktop Speed Shop, and Dirt & Trails. PowerNation Studios' "PowerNation" reaches millions of enthusiasts each week by broadcasting on local Gray Media affiliate TV stations, and digital distribution of the PowerNation channel, available for free on all major CTV platforms and is supported by over 7.3 million social followers. PowerNation Studios is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Gray Media Inc. For more information, visit www.gray.tv.
Job Summary/Description:
Do you have a talent for turning marketing goals into compelling visual stories? We are looking for a creative Multimedia Designer to join the marketing team for PowerNation Studios. This role is built for a designer who excels at graphic design and motion graphics, creating assets that resonate across digital, social, and streaming platforms. If you are a collaborative professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple high-priority projects concurrently, we would like to hear from you.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
What You'll Do:• Elevate brand styling: Take the established visual identities of the PowerNation and Circle brands to the next level by enhancing the look and feel of social media posts, YouTube thumbnails, and sales materials.
• Manage concurrent projects: Navigate a high-volume workflow, balancing multiple design projects simultaneously without missing a beat.
• Develop creative brand assets: Design and execute high-impact visual concepts for digital, social media, YouTube, and FAST channels.
• Design for digital platforms: Build graphic assets tailored specifically for mobile, web, and streaming environments, ensuring brand consistency across all digital touchpoints.
• Collaborate with the team: Work closely with the Marketing Manager and the broader marketing team to support daily initiatives, sales efforts, and digital campaigns. These duties could include but are not limited to: thumbnails (YouTube and Various Streaming Platforms), social posts, Video Design, Graphic Design (print, posters, handouts, emails), Car Concepts including paint schemes or wrap designs.
• Maintain design standards: Ensure all visual content remains professional, high-quality, and aligned with the unique identities of our brands.
Qualifications/Requirements:
What You Bring:• Exceptional organization and time management: You have a proven ability to stay organized and meet tight deadlines while juggling multiple projects in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong design portfolio: Proven experience in graphic design and motion graphics, with a specific focus on elevating digital and social media content.
• Eye for digital trends: A deep understanding of what makes a YouTube thumbnail click-worthy and a social post thumb-stopping.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud: Expert-level knowledge of After Effects, Premiere, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Digital-first mindset: A clear understanding of how to optimize design for various digital platforms, streaming services, and sales collateral.
• Versatility and adaptability: The ability to design for diverse subject matter, from automotive builds to country music lifestyle content.
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
Powernation-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with Gray's employees' ability to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including discharge.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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