How AI images Can Make Your Content Look Premium (in Minutes)
Create scroll-stopping, brand-consistent visuals in 10 minutes —no design skills needed (ChatGPT + prompts)
Hello illustrators👋😄
Most people don’t know how to create stunning images with AI.
They make new prompts every time, guessing what might work. That means hours lost tweaking instead of publishing. No templates, no system. Just trial and error on repeat.
HIDDEN COST FOR NOT USING AI FOR YOUR BRAND:⚠️
(Time / Quality / Style consistency):
Time:⌛️
Wasting hours tweaking prompts for each new image
No template means every image is built from scratch
More time fixing outputs than publishing content
Quality:💎
Good ideas paired with low-effort visuals
Style Consistency:🔁
No seed or layout lock = unpredictable image framing
→ That’s why your brand needs stunning, consistent images—built with AI, but never guessed.
Here are my 8 Scroll-stopping, consistent Brand visuals:
— No design skills needed (ChatGPT + prompts).
❶: Book Cover Promo with Author👨💼:
Original Mega-Prompt:
Create a high-resolution, professional business-themed promotional image. A confident middle-aged man stands smiling with arms crossed, wearing a dark navy blue suit, a light blue shirt, and a dark striped tie. He has neatly combed salt-and-pepper hair, black-rimmed glasses, and a friendly expression. He is posed on the right side of the image.
To his left is a large 3D book titled "LINKEDIN SUCCESS GUIDE" in bold yellow and white capital letters. The author's name "JORDAN CASTILLO CENTENO" is written at the top in white small caps. The book has a thick, hardcover look with golden-edged pages that are **properly aligned** with the book shape. **The book should have a slight natural bend**, like it's standing upright at a slight angle, with realistic lighting and perspective.
The cover includes a red 3D bar graph with an arrow pointing upward, next to the subtitle text:
• Monetization
• Audience Growth
• Content Planning
At the bottom of the book:
**NEW LINKEDin**
—with "LINKED" in white and "in" in LinkedIn's blue brand color.
The background is a dark teal gradient with scattered floating US dollar bills and a large green upward arrow to represent growth. Lighting should be cinematic, polished, and photorealistic.
Image Prompt Template: (Book Cover Promo with Author📘)
🧠 Prompt Template (copy & customize):
Create a high-resolution, photorealistic promotional image. Place a confident middle-aged professional on the right side of the frame. He is smiling, with arms crossed, wearing a navy blue business suit, light blue shirt, and a dark striped tie. He has short, neatly combed salt-and-pepper hair and wears modern rectangular glasses.
On the left side, include a large 3D book standing upright at a slight angle with a **natural bend in the cover** to make it feel realistic. The book title is:
**[BOOK TITLE]**
in bold capital letters (use a mix of yellow and white text).
At the top, include the author name:
**[AUTHOR NAME]** in small white caps.
Subtitle bullet points below the title:
• [#BENEFIT 1]
• [#BENEFIT 2]
• [#BENEFIT 3]
Include a red 3D arrow graphic or bar chart element rising upward next to the subtitle, symbolizing growth. Show realistic **golden-edged pages**, properly aligned with the shape of the book.
Bottom text line of the book:
**NEW [#PLATFORM/KEYWORD]**
— use white for “NEW” and brand color (e.g. LinkedIn blue) for the keyword.
Background:
Dark teal or blue gradient with floating dollar bills and a bright green upward-trending arrow. Use cinematic lighting, high detail, no clutter, and business-professional tone.📌 Suggested Placeholders to Replace:
•Placeholders to fill:
[#BOOK TITLE] → e.g. “INSTAGRAM GROWTH MASTERCLASS”
[#AUTHOR NAME] → e.g. “JORDAN CASTILLO CENTENO”
[#BENEFIT 1-3]→ e.g. “Monetization, Strategy, Growth”
[#PLATFORM/KEYWORD]→ e.g. “Instagram”, “TikTok”, “Substack”❷:Substack Post Header: 🔶
Prompt Template to use:🔶
Create a 1920x1080 YouTube thumbnail.
Subject: A photo-realistic [person] with [expression], wearing a [shirt color], posed on the [left/right] side.
Background: Solid [background color], no gradient or texture.
Text on the opposite side:
Line 1: “[MAIN HEADLINE]”
Line 2: “[SUBTEXT or PLATFORM NAME]” with logo if relevant. Overlays: Add [objects] (e.g. money, icons) with cartoon-style motion lines.
Position around the subject without covering the face.
Style: Clean, flat, bold. Use natural lighting and keep it high contrast.Example image Template Variation (More premium) :💎
Create a high-resolution YouTube thumbnail (1920x1080) featuring:
• A photo-realistic woman with a calm, confident expression
• She’s wearing a clean, fitted dark gray shirt and is positioned on the right side
• Background is a muted orange-brown gradient with a soft, matte texture
• On the left, clean white sans-serif text reads:
• Line 1: “HOW I MADE” (small caps)
• Line 2: “$10K ON” (larger, bold, gold tint)
• Line 3: Substack logo + “Substack” in thin white text
• Style is clean, premium, minimal. No cartoons.
• Optional: very subtle shimmer or elegant line icons behind the textExample image generated:💎👇
❸/ YouTube -BEFORE/AFTER WEBSITE THUMBNAIL:🧱
Mega-Prompt template :
Create a 1920x1080 YouTube thumbnail split into two halves with a clear “before vs. after” upgrade concept.
Layout:
Background: Two-tone diagonal split — left [color 1], right [color 2]
Include a black border around the full frame for contras
Left Side (Before):
Old version of [thing being upgraded] (e.g. website, app, logo)
Label it “BEFORE” in bold [color] block
Add simple icon or tool that implies change (e.g. paintbrush, gear)
Optional: Add sparkles or visual downgrade cues (e.g. muted colors)
Right Side (After):
Modern version of the same [thing]
Label it “AFTER” in a bold, high-contrast style (e.g. orange block with black text)
Include a [person’s expression] on this side, e.g. surprised man pointing at the upgrade
Keep the upgraded version clean, sharp, and appealing
Main Text (Top or Center):
Large, bold text: “[HOOK PHRASE]” (e.g. “YOU HAVE TO SEE THIS UPGRADE!”)
Highlight the key word (e.g. “UPGRADE”) in a [standout color block]
Style:
Use flat vector style for illustrations
High contrast between left (old) and right (new)
Bright, saturated colors for energy
Keep the layout clean and readable❹/ Split Comparison Prompt — (This“Vs” This Concept💬)
Mega-prompt template:⭐️
Create a 1920x1080 YouTube thumbnail with a “versus” or comparison concept between two topics.
Subject:
A centered, photo-realistic [person] wearing a [clothing style/color]
Expression: [emotion] (e.g. shocked, confused, amazed) — mouth open, eyebrows raised
Both hands raised, each pointing slightly to one side
Background:
Blurred indoor background with soft lighting
Add subtle floating glow particles or sparks around each side
Use [left color glow] on the left, [right color glow] on the right for contrast
Labels:
Floating box over each hand:Left box: “[TOPIC 1]” in bold uppercase, glowing [left color] outline
Right box: “[TOPIC 2]” in bold uppercase, glowing [right color] outline Add matching text at the bottom under each hand (mirroring the floating labels)
Style:
Glowing neon-style boxes for emphasis
High-contrast lighting on the face and hands❺/ Transformation Thumbnail Template — “I Made This” Style🤿🎨
Mega-Prompt template:🎨🖌️
Create a bright, cheerful 1920x1080 YouTube thumbnail with a DIY or transformation vibe.
Subject
A photo-realistic [person] wearing a [shirt color
Expression: [emotion] (e.g. excited, happy, proud) — smiling wide, eyes open
Holding a handmade or transformed object: [object]
Outline the person with a soft white border for sticker-style cutout look
Background
Two-color vertical split: left [color 1], right [color 2]
Add small sparkles or shine icons across the background
Include masking tape corners or scrapbook-style details if desired
Text (Right Side)
Bold, cartoon-style text that reads:
Line 1: “I MADE THIS”
Line 2: “FROM TRASH!” (or another dramatic phrase)
Use multiple bright colors (e.g. pink, blue, yellow, teal) with thick white stroke and black shadow for each word
Font: bubbly, playful, kid-friendly
Style:
Clean and colorful
Emphasize joy and creativity
Use drop shadows and bright tones to create a lighthearted vibe
Layout is balanced: person on left, large text on right❻/10-minutes YouTube Transformation Thumbnail:💸
Mega-Prompt template:💸
Create a high-resolution, cinematic YouTube thumbnail (1920x1080, 16:9) with a vertical split down the middle, showing a dramatic transformation of the same man in two states. Ensure high clarity at small sizes. Use intense lighting contrast, cinematic shading, and realistic detail.
Left Side (Rich Version):
A [age] man, clean-shaven, wearing a tailored [color] suit
Confident posture, arms crossed, smiling
Eyes are warm, suggesting power/success
Background:
Glowing gold stock chart rising steeply
Sparkling effects in the air
Faint overlays of dollar bills and stock ticker numbers
Lighting: luxurious, soft green and gold hues
Environment feels warm, prosperous, and sharp
Right Side (Broke Version):
Same man, but aged: disheveled hair, unshaven, wrinkled [color] hoodie
Expression: stressed, visible dark circles
Holding an empty wallet
Background:
Red crashing stock chart
Torn paper money flying around
Stormy grey sky
Lighting: cold, desaturated, harsh shadows
Overall feel is gloomy and depressing
Overlay Text:
Bold, all-caps yellow text in the center:“10 MIN CHANGED THIS”
Add a red arrow curving from right (broke side) to left (rich side)
Final Details:
Final Details:
Use high contrast between both sides
Cinematic lighting and sharp textures
Photo-realistic quality
Optimized for clarity in small thumbnail previews
Avoid clutter, keep subject and message clear• Example prompt variations: 💸
Mega-Prompt💸:
Create a high-resolution, cinematic YouTube thumbnail (1920x1080, 16:9) with a vertical split down the middle, showing a dramatic transformation of the same man in two states. Ensure high clarity at small sizes. Use intense lighting contrast, cinematic shading, and realistic detail.
Left Side (Rich Version):
A young adult man, clean-shaven, wearing a tailored navy blue suit
Confident posture, arms crossed, slight smile
Eyes are bright, expressing confidence and success
Background:
Glowing gold stock chart rising steeply behind him
Subtle sparkling effects around his figure
Faint overlays of US dollar bills and stock ticker numbers
Lighting: warm and luxurious with soft green and gold hues
Environment feels prosperous, energetic, and sharp
Right Side (Broke Version):
Same man, but aged, with disheveled hair, unshaven, wearing a wrinkled grey hoodie
Expression: stressed, with visible dark circles and a sad frown
Holding an empty black wallet in both hands
Background:
Red stock chart crashing steeply downward
Torn paper money flying in the background
Dark, stormy grey sky
Lighting: cold, desaturated, and shadowed
Overall feel is gloomy, defeated, and hopeless
Overlay Text:
Bold, all-caps white text across the center-bottom:“10 MIN CHANGED THIS”
A large, bold red arrow curving from right (broke side) to left (rich side)
Final Details:
Strong contrast between rich and broke halves
Use of photo-realistic quality and cinematic lighting
Designed for high legibility at small thumbnail sizes
Clean layout with clear subject focus and no visual clutter
Example Image generated:👇
❼/ Podcast Setup Thumbnail: 🎙️
• Mega-Prompt template:🎙️
Create a 1920x1080 high-resolution image of a podcast or content creator setup.
Subject:
A photo-realistic [person: gender, age range] sitting at a desk
Expression: [emotion] (e.g. friendly, relaxed, confident)
Wearing a [shirt color/style]
Framed from the waist or chest up
Speaking or smiling into a professional [mic type] (e.g. dynamic microphone with pop filter)
Environment:
Background: modern indoor space with soft lighting and blurred bokeh
Main color tone: [dominant color tone] (e.g. green, blue, neutral)
Desk and mic arm in the foreground
Optional: Slight monitor blur in the background to hint at content (e.g. YouTube screen, waveform, or video call)
Lighting & Style:
Soft, cinematic lighting
Balanced highlights on face
Clean, pro studio feel
Mood: casual but polished❽/ “I Built This!” Website Thumbnail💻
Mega-Prompt template:💻
Create a 1920x1080 YouTube thumbnail with a person excitedly revealing something they built (e.g. a website or digital product).
Subject:
A photo-realistic [person: gender, age] with an excited or proud expression
Wearing a [shirt color]
Posed on the [left/right] side of the image
Holding an open [device: laptop/tablet] displaying a screen mockup labeled “[headline text on device]”
One hand pointing at the device or gesturing proudly
Background:
Solid color background: [bright or warm tone] (e.g. orange, yellow, coral)
No gradients or textures
Add a few [sparkles/stars] around the subject for a celebratory effect
Text (opposite side):
Big, bold uppercase text:
Line 1: “I BUILT”
Line 2: “THIS NEW”
Line 3: “[THING]!” (e.g. WEBSITE, APP, TOOL)
Use a mix of two complementary colors: one for emphasis (e.g. blue), one for neutral words (e.g. cream)
Style:
Bright, bold, and clean
Cartoon-style contrast with realistic subject
Balanced layout: person/device on one side, text on the otherWhich brand visual made you stop scrolling first?
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