jena së kwa

/ˌZHə nə sā ˈkwä/

a quality that cannot be described or named easily.

Hailing from the Bay Area, CA, Jena Dominique, aka jena së kwa, is a Creative Director and DJ, transcending conventional boundaries with her talents.

From the inception of StreetSalad.Co postcards, to the It’s A Look podcast, and most recently, Made in Color creative agency, Jena's portfolio is vast. With over ten years of experience in marketing, project management, talent sourcing, and client management, she’s earned recognition on Forbes' prestigious 30 Under 30 list (profile) in 2023, an Anthem Award, and shortlistee for One Young World’s Campaigner of the Year award. Fast Company and the San Francisco Chronicle have celebrated her brilliance, while the University of California, Santa Barbara lauds her as an alumni trailblazer.

Jena is more than an entrepreneur; she's a maestro of envisioning concepts that challenge norms, igniting her team's potential, and crafting impactful narratives through print, digital, and in-person experiences.

Beyond titles, Jena is a DJ sensation who has ignited the global music scene with her magnetic energy. Her performances are more than just music; they're an immersive journey through soundscapes that stir the soul. Within four years, she's trained at the Beat Junkies Institute of Sound, DJ'd Lightning in a Bottle, and the 2023 Forbes 30 Under 30 Summit Africa to name a few.

She embodies empathy, foresight, and articulate communication. She carves safe havens for marginalized creators and lights the way for underserved audiences. Her audacious spirit defies assumptions, allowing her to pioneer uncharted creative territories. In a world craving audacity and innovation, Jena Dominique emerges as an embodiment of ambition, creativity,
and allure.

She is currently available for full-time employment and DJ gigs worldwide.

  • "Jena is such a breath of fresh air to work with. She's a visionary and thinks outside of the box through and through."

    Courtnee Owens, past collaborator

  • "Jena is a beacon, connector, and visionary who consistently manifests greater outcomes than originally expected. I would advise anyone to always bet on Jena; she is the embodiment of a sure win-win!"

    Elroy Pinks, UC Santa Barbara Office of Black Student Development

  • "This young woman's impact is felt across the globe and you only need to see her smile to know you are in the presence of greatness."

    Jena Domingue, Mother

  • Whenever I need a creative mind she’s one of the first people I reach out to! She’s a strong, pragmatic leader and her ability to bring a thought/idea to fruition is really impressive. It’s always great experience creating with Jena!

    Jaymee Rayford, past collaborator