Black Stories/23: Jessica Fernandez

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Jessica Fernandez, Head of Communications Technology, joins Media Producer, Justin James Lopez for a chat about communication design and finding time for your personal passions. Let’s hear her story!

Jessica Fernandez is the Head of Technology Communications for Amazon Studios, and also leads internal communications for the broader Studios organization. Jessica is responsible for developing communication strategies that create delightful journeys between people and technology. She works in partnership with Amazon Studio leaders to engage and connect employees, production partners, and industry audiences, to the Studios’ vision. These strategies include internal publications, media outreach, conferences, and product launches for the Studio and the Technology organization.

Prior to joining Amazon Studios, Jessica created award-winning technology comms and cybersecurity programs for Warner Bros. and Discovery, and has over 15 years of experience in Media and Entertainment and Corporate Communications. Jessica graduated from Mount St. Mary’s College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Marketing.

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