In this AI marketing podcast [https://danchez.com] 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