Jacob Ohara

Jacob Ohara is a skilled media professional with extensive experience in video content production and social media strategy. Currently serving as a Social Video Producer at The Wall Street Journal since November 2022, Jacob creates original short-form videos for platforms like TikTok and Instagram while analyzing audience data to refine channel focus. Previous roles at The Wall Street Journal include Visuals Producer and Video Intern, where Jacob produced and edited content across various teams. Jacob gained recognition as a Fellow with the Emma Bowen Foundation, and held multimedia fellowships with the Texas Tribune and internships at Forbes and CalMatters, contributing to significant storytelling projects. Jacob’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Northwestern University, supplemented by a minor in Computer Science and a Segal Design Certificate.