Sara Shankar is an entertainment businessperson, record producer, and songwriter. Graduating from NYU’s Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music and Stern School of Business, her experience spanning Tech, Music, Gaming, and Film/TV industries has afforded her a multifaceted perspective that blends artistry and business strategy. 

Having interned on the marketing teams for renowned companies such as Sony PlayStation, Apple, BMG Records, and Zync Music, Sara has a comprehensive skill set encompassing marketing, advertising, branding, licensing, analytics, and successful collaboration within global cross-functional teams.

On the creative front, Sara has collaborated with major labels and independent artists, contributing her talent as a songwriter and producer under the guidance of the VP of A&R at RCA Records. Her music has been placed on Spotify's Official Playlists, earned coveted spots in the Sweden-based Cloud Sessions, and been featured in the “Art Majors Show,” directed by the filmmaker and activist, Jamie Margolin. 

In her free time, Sara is passionate about empowering the next generation of women, non-binary, and youth creators. She founded the PIXAPOP Girls Camp, a volunteer initiative that has taught over 300 young girls to integrate art, music, and technology through software including Apple’s Logic Pro and Adobe Illustrator.