Jessica is a Melbourne-based emerging conductor. Currently the 2025 Assistant Conductor with the Zelman Memorial Symphony Orchestra, she has also worked with the Victorian Youth Symphony Orchestra, Maroondah Symphony Orchestra, Adelaide Summer Orchestra and Melbourne Bach Choir. In addition, she is a founding co-Artistic Director of Ascolta Qui, a Melbourne not-for-profit organisation supporting young musicians.
In 2024, Jess completed an Honours year in conducting, studying with Luke Dollman at the Elder Conservatorium in a program delivered in collaboration with the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra. She has participated in masterclasses and training programs with Jessica Cottis, Alice Farnham, Guido Rumstadt and Keitaro Harada, and is currently mentored by Rick Prakhoff at ZMSO.
Prior to her recent conducting studies, Jess completed Bachelor’s and Honours degrees in flute performance at Monash University and the University of Melbourne, respectively, during which time she played with the Melbourne Opera Orchestra and various university orchestras.
Jess also has experience in classical vocal training and enjoys choral singing.