Who We Are: Hammer Media is the dynamic digital media brand behind Caleb Hammer and his popular YouTube channels. Our flagship show, Financial Audit, has rapidly grown to over 2 million subscribers and nearly a billion views in just three years, making it one of the fastest-growing channels online.
We’re seeking a passionate and skilled YouTube Thumbnail Editor who excels at creating visually compelling thumbnails that drive audience engagement. If you're creative, detail-oriented, thrive in high-paced environments, and have a strong understanding of visual storytelling, this role offers an exciting opportunity to influence content viewed by millions.
Responsibilities:
- Design and deliver high-quality, engaging thumbnails that attract viewers and drive high click-through rates.
- Analyze thumbnail performance data and continually optimize designs based on analytics and viewer trends.
- Collaborate closely with showrunners, video editors, producers, and the broader creative team to ensure that thumbnails accurately represent content and align with the overall brand strategy.
- Efficiently handle multiple projects simultaneously, meeting tight production deadlines.
- Provide creative input on titles and thumbnail concepts, contributing proactively in creative brainstorming sessions.
- Stay updated with YouTube thumbnail trends and best practices, bringing fresh, innovative ideas to the table regularly.
What Makes You a Fit:
- 1+ years of graphic design or thumbnail editing experience, specifically for digital-first platforms, preferably YouTube.
- Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and other relevant graphic design software.
- Must be in the Austin area or willing to relocate.
- A players thrive here. Those who consistently perform at a B or C level may find this isn’t the right long-term fit.
- Proven track record of creating thumbnails that achieve high performance and click-through rates.
- Exceptional eye for composition, color, typography, and visual storytelling.
- Strong analytical skills to interpret thumbnail performance data and apply insights to future designs.
- Ability to quickly conceptualize and execute ideas effectively under tight deadlines.
- Solid understanding of YouTube’s audience behavior and the types of visuals that resonate best on the platform.
- Ability to receive and apply constructive feedback effectively and to participate actively in creative discussions.
What We Offer:
- The opportunity to significantly influence audience growth and the success of our brand.
- A collaborative, fast-paced team environment that values innovation, ideas, and individual growth.
- Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities within digital media.
- Competitive benefits include:
- 401(k) with company match
- Lunch stipend
- Relocation assistance, if applicable
- Helath Insurance
Join our ambitious team at Hammer Media and help craft visual stories that inform, entertain, and engage millions around the world.
Salary - $45k - $65k