Jon Youshaei: Creativity Speaker
Marketing and creator economy keynote speaker Jon Youshaei helps brands and creators crack viral growth, audience engagement, and monetization across today’s most powerful digital platforms.
Quick Facts:
- Highlights:
- Former Head of Creator Product Marketing at YouTube
- Key contributor to Instagram’s global creator ecosystem
- Recognized by Inc Magazine for viral marketing expertise
- Trusted advisor to creators, brands, and digital leaders
- Formats: Keynote speaker and digital marketing strategist
- Audiences: Marketers, content creators, founders, brand leaders, and organizations seeking growth through digital platforms and the creator economy
- Outcomes:
- Clear frameworks for viral growth and audience engagement
- Practical strategies to monetize content and digital brands
- Deeper understanding of platform dynamics and emerging trends
- Travels from: Los Angeles, CA
- **Fee range: $10,001 - $20,000
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Keynote Topics:
CREATOR ECONOMY TRENDS IN 2023
WHAT TO WATCH FOR & HOW TO STAY AHEAD
As the creator economy becomes more mainstream, it’s never been more important for brands and creators to stay ahead of the latest trends.
In this presentation, Jon shares his predictions for 2023 as one of the few marketers who has worked at both YouTube & Instagram.
He’ll also share tips and techniques on how he gained over 180 million views in the past year so you can future-proof your social media strategy, revamp your content to include short-form video, and grow your audience as you grow your bottom line.
HOW TO TELL STORIES THAT SELL
GETTING PEOPLE TO PAY ATTENTION & PAY FOR YOUR PRODUCTS
Copywriting is one of the most important skills in business. Unfortunately, too many people still write like it’s the 1800s.
In this talk, Jon shows how you can change that and apply what he learned as a popular writer for Forbes, Time Magazine, and Fast Company.
He’ll teach you how to simplify your messaging without dumbing it down, write headlines and social copy to increase engagement, and tell stories to get people to pay attention to your brand — and pay for your products.
THE BEYONCE METHOD
HOW TO REACH BILLIONS ON A BUDGET
After nearly a decade inside YouTube and Instagram where he worked with top celebrities and creators, Jon shares his best marketing tips and strategies to grow your audience — and your bottom line.
This keynote features Jon’s in-depth case study of Beyonce where he offers a rare glimpse into her business: how she uses social media to find ideas, why she’s stayed relevant for over 20 years, and what tactics to apply to your business regardless of budget.
Simply put, Jon’s “Beyonce Method” is a modern marketing blueprint that’s as entertaining as it is educational when it comes to taking your storytelling, strategy and marketing to the next level regardless of your industry, expertise, or resources
INSIDER INSIGHT
8 TIPS I LEARNED FROM WORKING INSIDE INSTAGRAM & YOUTUBE FOR 8 YEARS
There’s a reason why Inc Magazine stated: “if anyone has cracked the code for going viral, it’s Jon Youshaei.” In this keynote, Jon breaks down that code step-by-step and demystifies how “the algorithm” actually works after working at the heart of two of the world’s biggest social media platforms.
Jon also outlines his 8 best tips to help increase your engagement, decrease your production time, and use AI tools while staying authentic to your brand.
As a case study, Jon also shares how he used these tips to bootstrap his own channel from 0 to 160 million views so you can put it into practice immediately.
FUTURE-PROOF MARKETING
THE AI, NFT & METAVERSE MASTERCLASS
Jon explores the new frontier of AI, NFTs, and the Metaverse, and what it means for your business today. But unlike most talks about this topic, he’ll spare the tech jargon (yes, actually).
By the end of this keynote, you’ll have a clearer idea of how to use AI to create social content without feeling robotic, use NFTs in a way that generates revenue, and make sense of the Metaverse altogether.
After all, we’re living through a unique time where your brand can grow astronomically if you adapt — or be left behind if you don’t.
Talent Short Bio
Jon Youshaei is a leading voice in marketing, content creation, and the creator economy, widely recognized for his ability to decode what drives growth in the digital age. Named by Inc Magazine as the person who has “cracked the code to going viral,” Jon brings rare, inside knowledge from having helped build two of the world’s most influential platforms.
Jon spent five formative years at YouTube as Head of Creator Product Marketing, where he worked directly with top creators, celebrities, and global brands. In this role, he helped shape strategies that accelerated audience growth, strengthened creator brands, and unlocked new revenue streams at scale.
He then joined Instagram, where he spent three years helping build and empower the platform’s creator team. There, Jon played a pivotal role in nurturing a new generation of digital stars, equipping them with the tools, insights, and frameworks needed to grow sustainable businesses around their content.
Today, Jon is a sought-after keynote speaker and advisor at the intersection of marketing, content, and digital innovation. Known for his clear thinking and engaging delivery, he translates complex platform dynamics into practical, actionable insights. His talks blend strategy, humor, and real-world examples, empowering audiences to understand what actually works online and how to apply it immediately.
Read Full Bio
With a remarkable career spanning across two of the most influential platforms in the digital world, Jon Youshaei is a speaker on marketing and content creation. Recognized by Inc Magazine as the individual who has “cracked the code to going viral,” Jon’s journey has been nothing short of exceptional.
Having honed his expertise during five pivotal years at YouTube, where he served as Head of Creator Product Marketing, Jon has been instrumental in shaping the success stories of YouTube’s top creators, celebrities, and brands. His tenure at Instagram, spanning three impactful years, further solidified his reputation as a visionary in the digital landscape, as he played a pivotal role in nurturing a new generation of stars to flourish and monetize their content.
Jon Youshaei’s expertise lies at the intersection of marketing, content creation, and digital innovation. Throughout his illustrious career, Jon has demonstrated an unparalleled knack for understanding the intricate dynamics of online platforms and leveraging them to drive significant growth and engagement. His tenure at YouTube, as Head of Creator Product Marketing, provided him with invaluable insights into the needs and aspirations of content creators, enabling him to devise strategies that not only amplified their reach but also optimized their revenue streams.
At Instagram, Jon’s influence extended even further, as he played a pivotal role in building and empowering the platform’s creator team. Through his leadership, a new wave of stars emerged, armed with the tools and resources to navigate the digital landscape with finesse. Jon’s deep understanding of the evolving digital ecosystem, coupled with his ability to foresee trends and opportunities, has made him a sought-after speaker at industry events worldwide.
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