Shay Young

Shay Young is an accomplished music industry professional with extensive experience in A&R administration. Currently serving as Senior Director of A&R Administration at Universal Music Group since 2020, Shay has previously held positions such as Director and Associate Director of A&R Administration at Universal Music Group's Def Jam Recordings from 2018 to 2020. Prior experience includes a Marketing Specialist role at Scripps Networks Interactive, where project management and marketing plan execution were emphasized, and an Office Manager position in the News & Sports Division at Time Magazine, focusing on operational efficiency. Shay's career began at Sony Music Entertainment, where responsibilities included managing A&R administration and liaising with creative departments and external personnel. Shay holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications/Journalism from SUNY New Paltz.