After 6 seasons, my time at Netflix has come to an end. Hard work & curiosity led me to accomplish some amazing things since 2017. I moved cities (twice), touched ground in Europe, Asia & Latin America, experienced highly cross functional roles, was part of ERG leadership, launched Homecoming (those who know, KNOW), paid off my student loans, & blossomed into the professional I am today. I could write a whole book of thank yous but for now Ill keep it short: Veronica Gnaman, M.S. - The # of times I tell people about how we met & how without you, my resume wouldn’t have even hit the Netflix pile. Thank you for seeing in me what back then I couldn’t even see in myself. Molly Park - I remember where I was when you called me with the offer & thinking “Ill head to JFK right now!” because I’d never seen an offer that big. Thank you for taking a chance on this girl from The Bronx & teaching me the lesson of charging my full rate + tax. Taryn Teigue - To date, the best boss I’ve had the pleasure and honor to learn from & grow with. Thank you for believing me, seeing me, empowering me, & bringing humanity to leadership. You’ve set the bar extremely high. Claudia de Araujo Santos - Two key memories with you. First it's sitting in ICON & walking over (nervously) to introduce myself since I was hired while you were out. The second is our 1:1 in 2020 when I showed you a list of roles I was interested in & you asked me “have you ever thought about LATAM?”. Almost 3yrs later in my new home and I have you to thank for planting that seed. While I’ve gained some of my dearest friends by way of Netflix, my favorite value is still “We’re a team not a family”. I’m proud of my six year run with some of the most innovative, dynamic, healthy debate having, lean into risk teammates I’ve had the pleasure to collaborate with. For those wondering, I have zero clue what I’m going to do next professionally. The most timely thing on this Black woman’s agenda is rest. JM. Ps - LinkedIn can we get a #RecoveringFromBurnout or #OpenToRest badge?
Take care of yourself, Jessica. Let the universe be your guide and may our paths cross one day.
Well deserved break, congrats!
Jess, thank you for teaching me so much even you were not trying to. Hope you get the rest you need.
Celebrating you, your accomplishments, and decision to rest. 🏆👑✨
“We’re a team not a family” love thi quote. You will flourish wherever you go because you are the light 🩷
Jessica Matos it was an absolute pleasure to be on my end of that phone call. You didn’t hold back any of your excitement and that was something I’ll never forget. You’re a strong woman, caring colleague and incredibly smart and talented. I miss working with you, and look forward to another opportunity in the future. Until then, rest rest rest. xo
You are incredible Jess and I can’t wait to see what’s in store for you!!
Te vamos a extrañar Jess!! Fue un placer trabajar con vos. Te deseo lo mejor para lo que viene!
Actriz de Audiovisual, Teatro, Stand up Comedy y Doblaje
5mo¡ A por todas! 😊