A New Jersey native, Kristen has been with PJFM since 2007. After majoring in Graphic Design at the University of the Arts, she attended La Salle University where she focused on nonprofit administration. An avid music enthusiast and film lover, Kristen previously owned and operated JAM Musical Industries, a one-stop-shop for independent musicians that served a booking agency, recording studio, video production, and tour management.

Favorite Movie: Drop Dead Fred (1991)

A Film & Media Arts major from Temple University, Matt has been obsessed with movies for as long as he can remember! On the side, he also works as a film studio representative for Allied Global Marketing, a full-service integrated marketing agency, assisting with advance screenings of upcoming films throughout the city for press and patrons. Judaism has improved Matt’s life on so many levels, so much so that he officially converted in 2020!

Favorite Movie: The Ring (2002)

Ainyae “Yae” Straxkson attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania where she majored in Communications Media with a concentration in TV/Film/Photography. She has acted in various short films and continues a career as an actress. You can catch her on her ongoing “Monologue Monday” social media series on YouTube and IGTV (Instagram: @its_yaestratton) each Monday where she acts out different monologues from films and theater.

Favorite Movie: The Wiz (1978)

Nikai recently completed their master’s in communication at the University of Delaware and has taken the time to work with independent actors, writers, and directors to develop short films.  Storytelling is so important to them that they do it at every chance they can by playing Dungeons and Dragons on the weekend with friends! 

Favorite Movie: Drylongso (1998)