A batch workflow for thumbnails across several videos
Batch the decisions that repeat across videos. Review the decisions that are specific to each upload one at a time.
Batch the decisions that repeat across videos. Review the decisions that are specific to each upload one at a time.
Standardize before production
Write a one-line promise and pick the reference frame for every video. Set the series font, margins and export dimensions once. Keep a clear identifier for each video so files cannot drift between projects.
Work by stage
Select all source frames, draft all first directions, then review the whole set at phone size. When you see two covers that look identical, change the evidence or crop for one. Move ambiguous projects to a short exception list.
Export with a manifest
List the project ID, version, intended title and file name for each upload. Open a sample from the final package. Re-export changed items under new names and leave the older package available until approval is complete.
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