Jay Wilkinson
creative artist
NEW YORK, NY
Contact: info@yoimjay.com or (602)403-6545
5 favorite musical artists of all time?
Miguel
Travis Scott
Playboy Carti
Gunna
Lil Uzi Vert
What inspires you?
Music such as Rock, R&B, and Hip-Hop. Comics and old Punk/Grunge inspirations.
What advice would you give to your younger self?
Stay focused, think smart, be you from the jump.
What industry blogs/websites/podcasts do you enjoy?
I would say magazines such as digital prints or websites. I look at what’s next in fashion or music. Who’s coming up, or future trends.
What do you think the future holds for people of color in creative industries?
We are making new history after going through this year. It’s only going to get better. We are change. We are the future in the creative world.
“The best thing for you is to be you.”
What is your dream job?
I would love to work in a team of creatives and collaborating on the next big project. The dream is to work with music artists, big brands, and creatives.
What skill(s) would you develop if you had more time?
I would develop my motion graphics and creative direction skills.
What is the last thing you learned?
To be fearless.
What are you working on right now?
Collaborating with creatives, creative direction, building content, modeling, and crafting graphics and illustrations.
If you could talk to your favorite creative for an hour, who would it be? Why?
Travis Scott. I would like to know how he keeps his creative direction consistent and where it comes from.
What advice would you give to creatives of color looking to pursue their passion full-time?
The best thing for you is to be you.
How do you keep your creative drip going?
I connect and network through IG and locals. I make sure I exchange my information to stay connected. When I feel I want to create. I make it happen.
Contact: info@yoimjay.com or (602)403-6545