Jessie Adams
About Jessie Adams
Jessie Adams is an Instructional Assistant currently employed at The George Washington University and serves as a Photo Licensing Editor at The Washington Post. With a background in rights management and a passion for art and design, she has accumulated extensive experience in the field since her studies in International/Global Studies.
Current Role at The George Washington University
Jessie Adams has been serving as an Instructional Assistant at The George Washington University since 2020. In this role, she supports educational initiatives and assists in the development of instructional materials. Her position involves collaborating with faculty and students to enhance the learning experience. The remote nature of her work allows her to engage with a diverse range of learners and contribute to the university's academic environment.
Professional Experience at The Washington Post
Since 2022, Jessie Adams has worked at The Washington Post as a Photo Licensing Editor. In this capacity, she manages the licensing of photographic content, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards. Her role includes serving as a creative liaison across various departments, including the newsroom and marketing, to facilitate the effective use of photography in publications.
Previous Experience in Image Rights Management
Prior to her current position, Jessie Adams worked at Science Magazine as the Image Rights & Financial Manager from 2015 to 2022. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing image rights and financial aspects related to visual content. Her expertise in preserving metadata was crucial for maintaining the integrity and accessibility of digital assets during her tenure.
Educational Background
Jessie Adams holds an Associate's degree from Southwestern Community College District, which she completed from 2005 to 2007. She furthered her education at UC Santa Barbara, where she studied International/Global Studies and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from 2008 to 2010. Her academic background supports her professional endeavors in rights management and licensing.
Career Development and Early Experience
Jessie Adams began her professional career as an intern at KSJ & Associates, Inc. in 2008. She later worked in various roles, including as a Contracts Administrator at SPARC, LLC from 2010 to 2013, and as an Office Administrator at MV+A Architects from 2013 to 2015. These positions contributed to her development in administrative and management skills, which she has applied in her subsequent roles.