Is hiring a human designer even necessary anymore?
AI can create thumbnails, logos, and entire brand identities in minutes.
But more and more clients are begging for human-only creatives.
In this episode, we break down:
• Why this “human resurgence” is happening
• Where AI fits into real creative work
• How to stand out in the next wave of design
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CHAPTERS
(00:00) Hiring a Designer vs Using AI
(01:13) Analog Resurgence & Jack White Example
(02:32) Drawing the Line Between Human Design and AI
(07:04) AI as a Time-Saving Tool & Workflow Booster
(11:03) The Niche “Human-Only Designer” Market
(14:18) Art vs Marketing: Thumbnails Are About Clicks
(19:49) Thumbnail Critique: “James Cook” Example
(31:00) Bonus: Teaching Kurtis Conner Thumbnail Design
(31:55) Closing & Next Week’s Plans
