JES DISTAD (they/them) is a creative director with a film school background and extensive experience spanning fine arts, film and theater directing, story producing, screenwriting, graphic design, and production management. Jes brings expertise from both narrative and reality television production, including on-set support in producing, art direction, and G&E, alongside expertise in event planning.
At the intersection of creative storytelling and production leadership, Jes excels at big-picture thinking while ensuring projects are executed with excellence. Their ability to balance structure, emotion, and comedy helps shape any project they support.
Committed to social justice and community leadership, Jes serves as the Vice President of Communication on the executive board of the Harvey Milk LGBTQ Democratic Club.
Additionally, their artwork has been featured in galleries nationwide, reflecting a dedication to using creative platforms for positive change.