Jon Youshaei
Jon Youshaei is a former YouTube and Instagram insider turned full time creator with over 800 thousand followers and 300 million views. He worked closely with top creators and global brands to grow their reach and revenue, later building Instagram’s creator team. Now a digital strategist, speaker, and storyteller, Jon has been featured in Time, Business Insider, and Inc. He has interviewed leading influencers, partnered with major brands, and was named one of NPR’s top commencement speakers of all time.Biography
Jon Youshaei is a rare creative force who has worked behind the scenes at YouTube and Instagram and built a thriving career as a full time creator in front of the camera. With over 800 thousand followers and more than 300 million views, Jon brings unparalleled insight into what it takes to grow, connect, and make an impact in the creator economy. His career journey blends platform expertise with proven on camera success, making him one of the most uniquely qualified voices in digital storytelling and influencer strategy.
For five years at YouTube, Jon served as Head of Creator Product Marketing, advising the platform’s top creators and global brands on how to scale their audience and revenue. At Instagram, he helped build and lead their creator team, developing strategies to empower creators with the tools and monetization opportunities they needed to succeed.
Jon’s storytelling expertise and engaging content have led to interviews with some of the most influential names on the internet including MrBeast, Logan Paul, Marques Brownlee, Paris Hilton, and Charli D’Amelio. His work has earned features in Business Insider, Time Magazine, and Inc for what many call his ability to “crack the code to going viral.”
Beyond his work as a creator, Jon has been trusted by major brands like American Express, Microsoft, and Spotify to bring their messages to life with creativity and authenticity. NPR named him one of the best commencement speakers since 1774, an honour shared with names like Steve Jobs, Oprah, and John F. Kennedy. He has also been recognised by Forbes in their 30 Under 30 list and selected as a LinkedIn Top Voice.
Whether helping creators grow or inspiring audiences through his content, Jon brings deep platform knowledge, creative energy, and a clear understanding of what drives engagement in today’s digital world.
Frequently Asked Questions
Jon brings a rare dual perspective as both a former insider at YouTube and Instagram and a successful full time creator. He not only understands how the platforms work behind the scenes but also lives the creator journey himself, with over 800 thousand followers and 300 million views. This gives him a uniquely balanced and practical viewpoint that resonates with both brands and creators.
Yes, Jon has been recognised by NPR as one of the best commencement speakers since 1774, alongside figures like Steve Jobs and Oprah. His public speaking style is engaging, insightful, and actionable, making him a top choice for conferences, company events, and industry summits.
Jon speaks on topics related to the creator economy, digital storytelling, personal branding, audience growth, content strategy, platform insights from YouTube and Instagram, and how to build and monetise an online following. He also shares lessons from working directly with top creators and his own journey as a full time content creator.
Jon spent five years at YouTube as Head of Creator Product Marketing and three years at Instagram building their creator team. He has been recognised by Forbes as a 30 Under 30 honouree and by LinkedIn as a Top Voice. As a creator himself, he has partnered with top brands such as Microsoft, Spotify, and American Express.