YouTube Thumbnail Generator

What it does

Produces multiple thumbnail concepts from a video title and style brief using AI image generation, then runs a quality check (resolution, cropping, text legibility, face accuracy) before presenting options. Never auto-publishes; the creator always picks the final image.

When to use it

• You need thumbnail options for a new YouTube upload fast
• You want to test a new visual style or color scheme across several concepts
• You manage thumbnails for multiple client channels and need a consistent QA step

Steps

1. Collect the video title, key emotion/angle, and any brand or face reference assets
2. Draft 3-4 distinct visual concepts (composition, color, text placement)
3. Generate each concept with the image model at or above 1920x1080
4. Run QA: check exact resolution, face/body proportions, and that text is readable at thumbnail size
5. Crop/upscale any failing image and re-check before adding to the batch
6. Present the approved set with notes; upload only after the creator selects one

The skill

---
name: youtube-thumbnail-generator
description: Generate and remix AI thumbnail concepts at correct 1920x1080 resolution with a mandatory face/quality QA pass before delivery.
---

# YouTube Thumbnail Generator

## 1. Overview
Produces multiple thumbnail concepts from a video title and style brief using AI image generation, then runs a quality check (resolution, cropping, text legibility, face accuracy) before presenting options. Never auto-publishes; the creator always picks the final image.

## 2. When to Use
- You need thumbnail options for a new YouTube upload fast
- You want to test a new visual style or color scheme across several concepts
- You manage thumbnails for multiple client channels and need a consistent QA step

## 3. Steps
1. Collect the video title, key emotion/angle, and any brand or face reference assets
2. Draft 3-4 distinct visual concepts (composition, color, text placement)
3. Generate each concept with the image model at or above 1920x1080
4. Run QA: check exact resolution, face/body proportions, and that text is readable at thumbnail size
5. Crop/upscale any failing image and re-check before adding to the batch
6. Present the approved set with notes; upload only after the creator selects one

## 4. GoHighLevel Angle
Apply this inside GoHighLevel workflows (funnels, automations, or client reporting) wherever the same task recurs for an agency or client account.

## 5. Safety Rules
- Always produce a draft first; never send, publish, or spend money without explicit human approval.
- Never invent data, metrics, or results — use only what is confirmed or clearly label estimates.
- Never paste API keys, tokens, or passwords into chat; reference secrets by name from a secure store.

For Claude Code, save it as ~/.claude/skills/youtube-thumbnail-generator/SKILL.md. In Cursor, ChatGPT or another assistant, paste it as project instructions.