Podcast Thumbnails

Learn how to create stunning podcast thumbnails featuring two people. This guide covers the techniques for generating and iterating on podcast-style thumbnails with faces on both sides.

Getting Started with Podcast Thumbnails

Podcast thumbnails typically feature two people facing each other - one on the left and one on the right. The key to creating these thumbnails is having a clear reference and being specific about which person you want to update.

1. Start with an Example

First, have an example thumbnail that shows the layout you want:

• One face on the right side
• One face on the left side
• Text in the middle or around the faces

This can be a thumbnail you created manually or one from your inspiration library.

2. Use Specific Person Names

When writing prompts, always use the exact person name to specify who you want to update. The AI matches the name you write to the person you've selected.

Example prompt:

Replace the right person with Togg

The AI will understand that "Togg" refers to the person you selected with that name.

Switching People Positions

To switch people between left and right positions:

Example prompt:

I want Emile on the left and Melvyn on the right

Be explicit about where each person should be positioned.

Changing Facial Expressions

You can request different expressions to add variety to your thumbnails:

Example prompt:

Please change the face of Melvyn. Keep the same person but change the expression. Add some randomness, like natural talking maybe.

This creates variations with different expressions:

• Mouth open (talking)
• Hands visible
• Natural conversation poses

This is useful for creating multiple thumbnail options without looking repetitive.

Updating Text

To change the text on your podcast thumbnail:

Example prompt:

Change the text. First line: "Let's declare". Second line: "I don't like Contrap". Keep the exact same style.

You can also be more precise:

Change the text to "Le code ne sert a rien". Update the text, keep the same background, and remove the three stars in the center.

Switching Two People Completely

To swap both people in a thumbnail, you'll need to use the blur feature:

1. Use the pixelate tool to blur the faces in your reference image
2. Write a detailed prompt specifying both positions

Example prompt:

Replace the person on the left with Melvyn. The person on the right is Alex. The two people look at each other. They have the same style, shadow, and contrast. Keep the same style for the text. First line: "Your text here". Second line: "Second line here". Same background.

The blur helps the AI focus on generating new faces rather than trying to preserve the existing ones.

Tips for Better Results

Be Specific About Positions

Always clarify left vs right:

• "The person on the left is..."
• "Replace the right person with..."

Match Person Names Exactly

Use the exact name from your Persons library. The AI uses this to identify who should appear in the thumbnail.

Describe the Interaction

For natural-looking podcast thumbnails:

• "They look at each other"
• "Same style shadow and contrast"
• "Natural conversation pose"

Use Blur for Major Changes

When replacing both people, blur the original faces first to get cleaner results.

Summary

1. Start with a reference podcast thumbnail layout
2. Use exact person names in your prompts
3. Specify left/right positions clearly
4. Request expression variations for natural looks
5. Use blur when swapping both people
6. Keep text styling consistent with "same style" instructions

Next Steps

• Create Thumbnails - Full thumbnail creation guide
• Person Best Practices - Create better persons for more accurate faces
• How to Use Images - Add logos and objects to your thumbnails