Samantha Barakat
About Samantha Barakat
Samantha Barakat serves as the Platform Operations Manager for YouTube at Jellysmack, where she has worked since 2022. She has extensive experience in digital rights management and content strategy, having held various positions in the music and media sectors.
Current Role at Jellysmack
Samantha Barakat serves as the Platform Operations Manager for YouTube at Jellysmack. She has held this position since 2022, working remotely from Los Angeles. In this role, she focuses on optimizing platform operations and enhancing the overall performance of YouTube channels. Her responsibilities include managing digital rights and ensuring compliance with content ownership policies.
Previous Experience in Digital Media
Samantha Barakat has a diverse background in digital media, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. She began her career as a Music Discovery Intern at Create Music Group in 2019. She then transitioned to Ingrooves Music Group, where she served as Coordinator for Video Strategy from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she worked as a Digital Rights Specialist at Adrev and as a Channel Manager for YouTube at NBCUniversal Media, LLC, both in 2020 and 2021 respectively.
Education and Expertise
Samantha Barakat earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a minor in Feminist Studies from UC Santa Barbara. She possesses expertise in managing digital rights and content ID, particularly within the music and influencer sectors. Furthermore, she holds multiple YouTube certifications, including Music, Asset Monetization, Channel Growth, Content Ownership, and Rights Management.
Skills in Search Engine Optimization
Samantha Barakat specializes in search engine optimization (SEO) and has a strong focus on channel, rights, and asset management within digital media. Her skills enable her to enhance visibility and performance for content creators on platforms like YouTube, ensuring that their channels are optimized for audience engagement and monetization.