Jenny Kern

Jenny Kern performed around Montreal during University before moving to NYC in 2013 where she started as a page at NBC and quickly worked her way up to producer in the film and television industry. "A few months after I graduated college I applied to the NBC Page program. It was incredibly surprising and exciting to get accepted. I knew I had to do it." How was it working as a page for NBC? "Working as a Page for NBC was the most challenging job in my life. You?re working long hours and competing against a lot of talented individuals. It was also the most meaningful job I?ve had based on the experiences I gained and the people I met. Having an opportunity to work around the company at The Tonight Show, Syfy, SNL and more gave me a well rounded understanding of the media and marketing business. I made lifelong friends, had incredible mentors and developed a network of incredibly talented individuals in the city. Ultimately it was a huge stepping stone in my career development. " Did NYC meet your expectations when you first arrived? "NYC was exactly what I expected when I arrived. Fast-paced, energetic and competitive. It took me some time to adjust to the personalities and the speed at which people move. There are also high expectations for people in the city and that was something that I didn?t fully comprehend until I moved." Was directing your first love or music? "I?ve always had a passion for film and television. A passion that won?t dissipate. But I would have to say that music is my ultimate love. I think the reason why I love them both so much is the way music and media interact: in soundtracks, visual art, music videos etc. I think there?s something really special about the connection.

What is your advice for young creators looking to get behind the camera? "My advice to young creators looking to get behind the camera is to keep practicing your craft. Experience is the number one tool to developing as an artist. The more you practice, learn and collaborate the more you will develop. Additionally you have to be passionate about what you are doing or creating. If you have the passion and the drive you will get there." In 2018 Jenny decided to take a leap of faith and pursue fmusic full time, something she had been wanting to do for

awhile. In April 2019, she released her self titled debut. "Writing my first EP was an interesting experience. I was just learning to write original music and I was starting to experience personal struggles that were difficult to deal with. Music was kind of a savior that way. I started writing from a place of honesty and realism and I?m really proud of what came about. The EP is raw and vulnerable and my goal when developing it in the studio was to create a record that would resonate with people worldwide and help them connect with their own emotions. The first single from the project was a record called Satellite. The single was her favorite track with it's unique and fresh sound featuring her smooth vocals. "Satellite has probably been my favorite track to record because I had the opportunity to explore a sound space that was bigger and bolder than my previous record. I worked with LA-based producer Andy Seltzer (Maggie Rogers, Chelsea Cutler) and we used a lot of interesting techniques that expanded my knowledge of production as well as elevate the song in ways I could never have expected."

Shortly after she released her debut EP in April 2019, she was invited on her first international tour in Europe. Going to Europe to play for the first time was incredible. I went on a tour of Portugal with international music blog Where the Music Meets. Everything was amazing from the people I met to the venues I played at. My goal is to come back in 2020 or 2021 for an even broader international tour." Do you have a favorite memory or favorite city? "I have so many favorite memories both personal and professional. But one of my favorite memories is playing my first show in NYC. It was an absolute disaster. I forgot my lyrics and messed up a bunch. However, it was a moment that would spark the beginning of something really special. I knew that, while I had a lot of work to do to grow as an artist, I had something to share. I wanted to keep creating. Next year she is releasing a new single titled 'Now You Know' on the 24th of January which will also include a music video. She plans to release another EP as well.