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David began his career in thenew media industry in 2018, managing production and merchandising for Aphmauchannel and Catface studios. Leveraging his experience from a structured studiosetting, he launched In The Black Media in early 2020 to partner with YouTubecreators needing business support. Starting with clients like Simple History,Alan Becker, and Mav, his firm quickly evolved into a full-service productionstudio, enhancing channel growth and creative output.

DAVID

Jared Read initially balanced acareer as a CNA at the Department of Veteran Affairs, where he cared for COVIDpatients, with his passion for helping YouTubers at night. His involvement increator communities led to roles as Moderator and Admin, where he developedsignificant relationships and helped grow channels through strategic contentplanning. Spotting a gap for transparent, creator-focused marketing, he foundedJokull Media. In 2021, Jared partnered with David to expand In The BlackMedia's brand deal operations. After personally securing over $2 million indeals, he transitioned from nursing to focus fully on influencer marketingthrough Jokull Media in 2022.

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DAVID

David began his career in thenew media industry in 2018, managing production and merchandising for Aphmauchannel and Catface studios. Leveraging his experience from a structured studiosetting, he launched In The Black Media in early 2020 to partner with YouTubecreators needing business support. Starting with clients like Simple History,Alan Becker, and Mav, his firm quickly evolved into a full-service productionstudio, enhancing channel growth and creative output.

JARED

Jared Read initially balanced acareer as a CNA at the Department of Veteran Affairs, where he cared for COVIDpatients, with his passion for helping YouTubers at night. His involvement increator communities led to roles as Moderator and Admin, where he developedsignificant relationships and helped grow channels through strategic contentplanning. Spotting a gap for transparent, creator-focused marketing, he foundedJokull Media. In 2021, Jared partnered with David to expand In The BlackMedia's brand deal operations. After personally securing over $2 million indeals, he transitioned from nursing to focus fully on influencer marketingthrough Jokull Media in 2022.

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Paid Media

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Influencer Marketing

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Email Marketing

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Brand Strategy

Craft unique go-to-market strategies that resonate and engage.

Product Seeding

Connect with micro and nano influencers to boost your brand’s grassroots appeal.

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