Jay Sampson

Jay Sampson, a lecturer in the University of Arizona’s College of Information Science, brings unparalleled expertise to the classroom, reflecting on decades of transformative growth in the digital media industry. With 25+ years of high-tech leadership, Sampson’s career spans roles as a corporate executive at tech giants like Microsoft Corporation and Adobe, as well as pivotal contributions to dynamic startups including Magnite and Machinima.

An alumnus of the University of Arizona, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Media Arts, Sampson has come full circle—returning to his alma mater to enrich the next generation of innovators. He now serves in multiple roles across the College of Information Science and is instrumental in advancing the Lundgren Consumer Sciences Lab, where his insight helps integrate cutting-edge practices into academic and research programs.

With his blend of industry acumen and a passion for education, Sampson exemplifies the college’s mission to bridge technology and human creativity, preparing students for impactful careers in the ever-evolving landscape of digital media and technology.

• Lecturer of Digital Media: Impact and Innovations at the College of Information Science since 2021.   
• Business development and project management within the Terry J. Lundgren Center for Retailing.
• Member of U of A XR Collaborative—defining the University’s approach to advancements in virtual reality.
• Former global executive at Microsoft Corporation and Adobe, Inc.