The Take by ScreenPrism Media, Inc. · 3 days ago
Thumbnail & Graphics Designer
The Take is a leading YouTube channel and media brand known for thoughtful, incisive analysis of film, television and culture. They are seeking a Thumbnail & Graphics Designer to create compelling YouTube thumbnails and maintain brand alignment while working with performance data to drive audience engagement.
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Responsibilities
Design YouTube thumbnails that are compelling to both the algorithm and new audiences
Create multiple thumbnail concepts per video to support A/B testing
Rapidly iterate on designs based on test results and performance data
Strong creative and artistic sense to create compelling, high quality thumbnail designs that effectively communicate video message and drive audience click through and engagement
Translate The Take’s editorial voice and analytical sensibility into clear visual hierarchy
Balance boldness and restraint so thumbnails feel serious, thoughtful and premium
Maintain consistent visual systems including typography, color and composition
Occasionally design channel graphics such as YouTube banners or promotional assets
Keep design files, templates and archives clean and organized
Qualification
Required
Excellent grasp of graphic design fundamentals and visual storytelling instincts
Keen understanding and desire to continue to learn and successfully create thumbnails aligned with the video topic and channel's brand
Ability to work quickly, intelligently and iteratively
Creative, innovative and thoughtful decision-making
Comfortable using data and metrics to guide design choices
High comfort using AI tools for ideation, variation and workflow efficiency
Organized, enthusiastic, mature and responsible
English (Required)
Applicants must include a link to a portfolio or body of work. YouTube thumbnails or performance-driven graphics are strongly preferred. Applications without a portfolio link will not be considered
Preferred
Experience designing for YouTube or performance-driven media
Familiarity with YouTube analytics and A/B testing platforms
Interest in film, TV and cinematic visual language
Basic motion or compositing skills
YouTube Thumbnail Design: 2 years
Graphic Design: 2 years
Company
The Take by ScreenPrism Media, Inc.
The Take is the hub for film & TV analysis fans. We're the trusted source for Film & TV explanations and analysis.
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