Jeff Chapp
About Jeff Chapp
Jeff Chapp is the Senior Director of Toys & Hardlines for North America at Sesame Workshop, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in licensing, having held various positions at Nickelodeon and Sesame Workshop, and holds a Certificate in Intellectual Property Law from New York University.
Current Role at Sesame Workshop
Jeff Chapp serves as the Senior Director of Toys & Hardlines for North America at Sesame Workshop. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to the organization for eight years. In this role, he manages relationships with major partners, including Hasbro, Spin Master, American Greetings, Hallmark, and Amscan/Party City. He also directs a team of account managers, overseeing various aspects of the licensing business.
Previous Experience at Nickelodeon
Prior to his current role, Jeff Chapp worked at Nickelodeon in various capacities. He served as Licensing Manager for Toys & Hardlines from 2008 to 2012 and as Director of International Licensing from 2014 to 2016. His earlier roles included Licensing Coordinator for Toys & Hardlines and Research Assistant for Digital Networks. His tenure at Nickelodeon spanned over eight years, during which he gained extensive experience in licensing and brand management.
Experience at NBCUniversal Media, LLC
Jeff Chapp's career includes experience at NBCUniversal Media, LLC, where he worked as a Digital Media Specialist for four months in 2005 and participated in the NBC Page Program in 2002 for eight months. These roles provided him with foundational skills in media and communications, contributing to his expertise in the entertainment industry.
Educational Background
Jeff Chapp studied at Northwestern University, earning a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Radio, Television, and Film. He furthered his education at New York University, where he studied Intellectual Property Law and obtained a Certificate. His academic background supports his professional focus on licensing and intellectual property within the entertainment sector.
Licensing Management in Canadian Market
In his current position, Jeff Chapp leads the relationship with Nelvana to manage the licensing business in the Canadian market across all categories. This responsibility highlights his expertise in international licensing and his ability to navigate diverse markets effectively.