How to Use AI to Make Scroll Stoping Thumbnails
AI-Driven Marketer: Master Practical AI Marketing Skills
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Show Notes
In this AI marketing podcast episode, Dan Sanchez pulls back the curtain on his exact AI-assisted process for creating stunning, scroll-stopping thumbnails in half the time. He shares how he went from struggling with likeness and design inconsistency to developing a reliable method that combines ChatGPT, Photoshop AI features, and free face-swapping tools to produce high-quality visuals for his show. Whether you're an overwhelmed marketer or a content creator wanting to upgrade your visuals, Dan's detailed walkthrough gives you the tools, mindset, and visual strategy to level up your brand presence fast.
My Favorite AI Tools:
- ChatGPT - https://openai.com/
- High Level Marketing Platform - https://danchez.com/highlevel
- AI Podcasting Tools - https://danchez.com/podtools
- n8n AI Automation Platform - https://danchez.com/n8n
Resources Mentioned:
- FaceSwap tool (various options online)
- Photoshop Generative Fill - https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop.html
- MidJourney - https://www.midjourney.com/
- Faceswap Tool - https://remaker.ai/face-swap-free/
- Canva (alternative to Photoshop) - https://www.canva.com/
- AI Automation Vault - https://aiautomationvault.com/
Timestamps:
- 00:00 - Why thumbnails matter for podcast growth
- 01:30 - Dan's evolution from no thumbnails to 90-minute designs
- 04:00 - The power of including a human face over avatars
- 06:00 - Using ChatGPT to brainstorm thumbnail titles and concepts
- 08:45 - The role of custom GPTs and style guides
- 11:00 - Generating visuals with ChatGPT and refining poses
- 13:00 - Face swapping with free tools to enhance likeness
- 15:00 - Extending AI images in Photoshop using Generative Fill
- 17:00 - Adding and refining text manually for maximum impact
- 18:30 - Final tips and call to action for Photoshop tutorial requests