Viral Producer for Apple & Meta: Success with a Disability ft. Jessica Jacobs
Jessica Jacobs (Lead Producer in Film, Digital, Tech. Clients: Apple, Bloomberg, Meta) shares her journey to becoming a successful producer. Growing up in LA, she aspired to be an actress but witnessed the realities of child acting and shifted her focus to producing, attending Loyola Marymount University and gaining experience through diverse internships. Jessica’s story highlights the power of pursuing value-aligned projects and being open to new opportunities for growth.
As an advocate for disability representation, Jessica shares her personal journey with Rheumatoid Arthritis and her upcoming project, JJ vs. RA, offering tips for thriving in life with a disability. She emphasizes the importance of sharing stories, advocating for inclusivity, and using storytelling to create empathy and change. Jessica defines success as finding happiness and fulfillment, encouraging others to embrace authenticity, seek growth, and turn rejection into redirection.