Jaykob Archer joined the Varsity Vocals team in 2025 as a producer assistant in the Great Lakes and Midwest regions. He looks forward to each season, excited to meet new competitors and to witness their incredible performances.

Jaykob began singing a cappella at the University of Illinois - Urbana Champaign as a member of the Xtension Chords in 2021. In his time, he held the positions of President and Treasurer. As a member, he was honored to compete with his group in the Great Lakes region as a quarterfinalist and semifinalist.

After graduating from The University of Illinois in 2025 with a degree in K-12 Choral Music Education, he then completed his Masters of Science in Management from Gies School of Business. Jaykob now serves as the Effingham Unit 40 Choral Director. He is a member of the Illinois Music Educators Association, the American Choral Directors Association, and serves as the Outreach Coordinator for CASA’s BOSS festival.