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Patricia Yanez

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Chief of Staff at Victory Light, where I set up operations and partnerships and improved social channel performance.

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At Victory Light, I established operational systems for the team and negotiated and executed partnerships with HOT97 Mornings with Mero, ESPN, and LIDS. I also tracked channel performance and implemented adjustments that aligned social growth with business objectives.

I developed creative direction and content strategy for the Victory Light Podcast, including the sold-out 100th episode live show at 2025 On Air Fest. I managed production workflows from guest booking through multi-platform distribution.

At FanDuel Sports Network, I shaped brand strategy and creative direction for MLB, NBA, and NHL properties. Campaign work contributed to a 5% lift in aided brand awareness and a 51% year-over-year increase in weekly active streamers per game.

Earlier, at New York Red Bulls, I led integrated marketing campaigns that delivered 10% year-over-year ticket sales growth. At ESPN, I worked on campaigns for 30 for 30 and other original content, including a campaign that lifted purchase intent by 73% and brand recall by 71%.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Victory Light logoVL
Current

Chief of Staff

Oct 2023 - Present (3 years)

-Established foundational operational systems and infrastructure, including social media account setup, analytics monitoring frameworks, studio management, and content distribution protocols
-Recommended and supported hiring for key operational roles; managed task assignment and accountability across team leads to ensure execution against strategic priorities
-Negotiated and executed strategic p

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Senior Director, Brand & Creative

Aug 2025 - May 2026 (9 months)

-Leading cross-functional team of 12 across multiple time zones, improving operational efficiency, brand consistency, and team development for MLB, NBA, and NHL properties
-Spearheading comprehensive brand strategy and creative vision for FDSN, managing internal teams and external agency relationships, achieving 5% lift in aided brand awareness
-Led campaign creative strategy for large-scale cust

Victory Light logoVL

Producer for Victory Light Podcast

Nov 2024 - Aug 2025 (9 months)

-Developed content strategy and creative direction for Victory Light Podcast, including sold-out 100th episode live show at 2025 On Air Fest
-Managed production workflows including guest booking, scheduling coordination, post-production, and multi-platform distribution

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Strategic Advisor

Mar 2025 - Apr 2025 (1 month)

-Created thought leadership content establishing AKA as an authority in sports media agency services
-Consulted on strategic presentations and client pitch decks, translating complex creative concepts into actionable roadmaps for brand clients

New York Red Bulls logoNB

Director of Marketing

Mar 2024 - Mar 2025 (1 year)

-Led a team of 6 developing integrated marketing campaigns across digital marketing, traditional media, field marketing, and paid media to drive engagement and revenue, delivering 10% YOY ticket sales growth
-Developed and executed influencer marketing strategy to extend brand into entertainment and culture verticals
-Optimized email marketing program achieving industry-leading 49.2% open rate and

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Senior Manager, Global Kids & Family Program Marketing

Jan 2024 - Mar 2024 (2 months)

-Brand lead developing go-to-market strategies for Paramount+ Originals and Nickelodeon content to drive customer acquisition and retention for the streaming platform
-Developed content marketing strategy for Young Adult, Kids, and Family Original Content, including School Spirits and Big Nate
-Executed multi-million dollar 360° campaigns driving subscriber acquisition and retention for Paramount+

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Associate Director, Global Film & Original Content Marketing

Nov 2019 - Aug 2023 (3 years 9 months)

-Led two-member team executing integrated marketing campaigns increasing brand awareness, customer acquisition, and retention for ESPN+ via 30 for 30 (Films & Podcasts), ESPN+ Originals, E60, and ESPN Films
-Lifted purchase intent by 73% and brand recall by 71% by premiering 30 for 30 Storytelling Anthem campaign
-Pioneered first-ever Stories Beyond the Scoreboard email series, deepening engagemen

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Senior Manager, Multi-Platform Marketing

Sep 2017 - Nov 2019 (2 years 2 months)

-Managed strategic partnerships with Comcast, Microsoft, and Amazon FireTV to promote programming for Walt Disney Company's TV portfolio and streaming apps
-Co-chaired campaign for ESPN3 launch on X1, securing Comcast as presenting sponsor, increasing ad spend by $9.25M and promotion valued at $10.25M
-Generated 2.58M STB VOD starts for Freeform's 13 Nights of Halloween, partnering with Comcast to

Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution logoDD

Manager, VIP Experiential Marketing

Aug 2014 - Sep 2017 (3 years 1 month)

-Designed client-centric experiences and VIP hospitality programs showcasing Walt Disney Company's TV portfolio to Fortune 500 executives, creating business development pathways and enabling organization to achieve revenue targets and partnership goals
-Developed and directed annual VIP client programs for C-suite executives at premium sporting events including Wimbledon, Super Bowl 50, US Open Te

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Associate Manager, Marketing Communications

Apr 2012 - Aug 2014 (2 years 4 months)

-Partnered with external creative agencies to develop comprehensive brand identity and brand architecture for B2B brand Disney and ESPN Media Networks, establishing cohesive positioning across enterprise sales organization
-Developed award-winning marketing communications and sales enablement materials for client pitches, including breakthrough "Knock Your Socks Off" direct mail campaign that won

Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution logoDD

Coordinator, Distribution Sales

Oct 2010 - Apr 2012 (1 year 6 months)

-Supported distribution sales goals and revenue targets by conducting market research, competitive analysis, and preparing data-driven reports and presentation materials for B2B client meetings with cable operators and distribution partners
-Conducted field sales training and product education programs for client Customer Service Representatives across regional markets, driving upsell strategy and

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Program Coordinator

May 2008 - Oct 2010 (2 years 5 months)

-Wrote and managed federal & foundation grants, resulting in $200K raised for salaries, after school programs, new technology and field trips
-Created and implemented a bilingual B2B marketing strategy, resulting in a 2% increase in enrollment in year one and a 3% increase in year two
Managed annual appeal and drafted bi-annual newsletter, grossing $5K in unallocated funds
-Established a new partn

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Director of Development

Sep 2006 - May 2008 (1 year 8 months)

-Co-managed Funders' Collaborative program across Philadelphia, Puerto Rico, and Washington DC, administering $2M in grant funding to over 40 Latino-led, Latino-serving nonprofit organizations, driving community impact and organizational capacity building
-Led strategic planning and end-to-end event execution for New York 25th Anniversary Gala, managing stakeholder coordination, vendor relations,

Human Rights Campaign logoHC

Canvassing Manager

Jun 2006 - Aug 2006 (2 months)

-Trained and motivated field team of canvassers to mobilize New Yorkers on marriage equality advocacy through grassroots organizing, community education, storytelling campaigns, and direct fundraising, driving awareness and donor acquisition
-Consistently met or exceeded weekly fundraising targets for recurring donor program, securing sustainable revenue stream through donor retention strategies,

LatinoJustice PRLDEF logoLP

Education Intern

Jun 2001 - Aug 2001 (2 months)

-Supported Education Division initiatives at Puerto Rican Legal Defense and Education Fund, coordinating program logistics, event planning, and student outreach to expand educational access and career pathways for underrepresented communities
-Co-organized annual Law Day and "How to Succeed in Law School" events, managing venue coordination, speaker recruitment, attendee registration, and event ma

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

BU

Binghamton University

Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy, Politics & Law / Spanish

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Google AI Essentials

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AI Fundamentals

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AI for Brainstorming and Planning

Issued Mar 2026

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AI for Research and Insights

Issued Mar 2026

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AI for Writing and Communicating

Issued Mar 2026

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Speakeasy

Plan for Results

Issued Jun 2012

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Duarte, Inc.

1 Day Visual Story

Issued Sep 2017

CS

Columbia Business School

Digital Marketing: Customer Engagement, Social Media, Planning & Analytics

Issued Apr 2023

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Section

Intro to AI Prompt Writing

Issued Dec 2023

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Marketing Mini-MBA

Issued Nov 2023

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Google AI Professional Certificate

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AI for App Building

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ProfAI Basic AI Proficiency Program

Issued Feb 2026

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Google

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Issued Mar 2026

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Google

Introduction to AI

Issued Mar 2026

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Google

Discover the Art of Prompting

Issued Mar 2026

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Google

Use AI Responsibly

Issued Mar 2026

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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