Dru Déchard
About Dru Déchard
Dru Déchard is a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at Jellysmack, where he focuses on talent retention and career opportunities. With over a decade of experience in the tech and media industries, he has held various roles in talent acquisition and people operations.
Work at Jellysmack
Dru Déchard currently serves as a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at Jellysmack, a position held since 2023. In this role, Déchard focuses on talent retention and assists individuals in securing significant career opportunities. Prior to this role, Déchard worked at Jellysmack as a Talent Acquisition Partner from 2022 to 2023, contributing to the company's recruitment efforts.
Background
Dru Déchard has over a decade of experience in the tech and media industries. Déchard's career includes various roles that emphasize people operations and talent acquisition. Prior to joining Jellysmack, Déchard held multiple positions at Brat TV, including Director of People Operations & Recruiting, Manager of People Operations & Culture, and Manager of Creative Development.
Education and Expertise
Dru Déchard studied at Santa Barbara City College. This educational background supports Déchard's expertise in talent acquisition and people operations, which has been developed through extensive professional experience in the media and tech sectors.
Previous Experience
Before joining Jellysmack, Dru Déchard worked at STX Entertainment as an Executive Assistant to the Chairman and later as a Creative Executive. Déchard also held roles at NBCUniversal Media, LLC, including Digital Marketing Coordinator and Assistant to the Chairman. This diverse experience has contributed to a comprehensive understanding of organizational dynamics and talent management.