Jessica Amador

A graduate of UPEI’s Bachelor of Music program, Jessica Amador is a hornist, singer, and conductor based out of Halifax, NS. Currently she is a co-director for the Halifax Queer Ensemble, and has also helped in roles as assistant or guest conductors for smaller ensembles and groups over the years. With experience in classical, contemporary, and popular music, Jessica has performed with a variety of orchestras, choirs, ensembles, and bands in the Maritimes in both community and professional contexts.

Apart from musical pursuits, Jessica has a background in tech and technical support and works in a coach role at Blue Ocean Contact Centers, overseeing a team of agents and supporting them to improve performance and meet short- and long-term goals, while managing risk for the company and client, and communicating between teams. Outside of work, she loves her cat, Aphrodite, and has a passion for technology and fitness.