Experienced in songwriting, music production, marketing and, team operations

Jess Yaffa

Experienced in songwriting, music production, marketing and, team operations

Available to hire

Experienced in songwriting, music production, marketing and, team operations

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer at Michigan Music Business Conference
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
COO for the first Michigan Music Business conference, selling over 200 tickets. Planned and executed a minute-by-minute two-day schedule featuring four panels across A&R, Marketing, Management, Agents, and Licensing. Coordinated seven internal teams to execute the conference, including sponsorship, creative/marketing strategy, and conference logistics. Managed day-to-day operations of a club of over 80 members at the Ross School of Business, handling all club documents, events, and member activity.
Administrative Assistant, Global Marketing Strategy at Republic Records
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Reported to VP of Global Marketing Strategy; coordinated scheduling, travel, and global artist promotion. Executed Taylor Swift global rollout of The Tortured Poets Department, achieving #1 chart placements in over 15 markets. Managed all Ex-US ticket purchases for Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour, coordinating with promoters, management, and UMG across the globe for over 90 shows. Coordinated global marketing campaigns for Noah Kahan (Stick Season), Nicki Minaj (Pink Friday 2), and other Grammy-winning artists.
Coordinator, Marketing Strategy at Republic Records
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Managed multi-million dollar budgets for artists and label. Led team operations, reported to the CMO, coordinated executive scheduling, travel, and departmental needs. Led weekly all-company meetings with 200+ attendees and coordinated roster and marketing updates. Coordinated release and marketing rollouts for Daniel Caesar (Son of Spergy), Marcus King (Darling Blue), Wicked: The Soundtrack (Parts 1 & 2), and more—developing community-building campaigns, digital outreach, and release planning with a focus on artist development. Helped develop Republic Kids + Family label with the SVP of Marketing; contributed to campaigns earning a 2025 Grammy Nomination for John Legend.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications and Media at The University of Michigan – Ann Arbor
January 11, 2030 - July 6, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Education, Other