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YouTube For Higher Ed

A guide for higher education YouTube users

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    • Channel Page Layout
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Thumbnails

Adapted from Canva’s YouTube thumbnail templates.

Tips:

  • Use large text
  • Use a few relevant keywords (which may be different that the video title)
  • Use a maximum of two different fonts
  • Limit to 3-7 words
  • Make sure text and background contrast for readability
  • Do not put your logo in the bottom right corner (That’s where YouTube’s timestamp will go.)
Campus Tour thumbnail
Template on Canva
Campus Tour thumbnail
Template on Canva
Duke Gardens thumbnail
Template on Canva

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