I’m Jaymz Bee, a filmmaker, producer, and casting director with a distinctive eye for discovering emotionally authentic, character-driven performers. I work primarily in independent film, casting both emerging talent and established performers in projects that blend music, cult cinema, and outsider storytelling. My casting approach prioritizes chemistry, bold presence, and performers who elevate the story through individuality rather than convention. I focus on presence over polish and love finding performers whose uniqueness becomes part of the storytelling.

Jaymz Bee

I’m Jaymz Bee, a filmmaker, producer, and casting director with a distinctive eye for discovering emotionally authentic, character-driven performers. I work primarily in independent film, casting both emerging talent and established performers in projects that blend music, cult cinema, and outsider storytelling. My casting approach prioritizes chemistry, bold presence, and performers who elevate the story through individuality rather than convention. I focus on presence over polish and love finding performers whose uniqueness becomes part of the storytelling.

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I’m Jaymz Bee, a filmmaker, producer, and casting director with a distinctive eye for discovering emotionally authentic, character-driven performers. I work primarily in independent film, casting both emerging talent and established performers in projects that blend music, cult cinema, and outsider storytelling.

My casting approach prioritizes chemistry, bold presence, and performers who elevate the story through individuality rather than convention. I focus on presence over polish and love finding performers whose uniqueness becomes part of the storytelling.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Host and Producer at The Bruised Ego Hour – CKLN/EnRoute FM
January 1, 1985 - December 31, 1986
Hosted and produced The Bruised Ego Hour on CKLN/EnRoute FM, early career as radio broadcaster and promoter.
Host at The Jaymz Bee Radio Show (Mojo Radio/CFMJ)
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2000
Hosted The Jaymz Bee Radio Show, showcasing music and guests.
Producer, Co-host at Cloak & Dagger – Mojo Radio/CFMJ
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002
Producer and co-host for Cloak & Dagger program.
Radio/Concert Producer, On-air Host at Jazz In The City – Jazz FM 91.1
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2020
Radio and concert producer, on-air host for Jazz In The City.
Producer and Host at Jazz Gone Wild – JAZZ.FM91
January 1, 2018 - Present
Producer and host for Jazz Gone Wild program.
MD and Creative Consultant, Singer at CBC
January 1, 1989 - December 31, 1990
TV host/creative consultant for Friday Night with Ralph Benmergui; singer.
Host at Vintage Vintage – Prime Network
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2001
TV host for Vintage Vintage.
Guest Host at Grumps – Global TV
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001
Guest host on Global TV's Grumps program.
TV Journalist at Breakin’ The Beats – BPM TV
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003
TV journalist for BPM TV's Breakin' The Beats.
President at Leisure Lab / BMG
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1999
Indie label president, producer overseeing releases with BMG.
Owner/President/Producer at Timely Manor
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2011
Owner, president and producer; indie jazz label with 11 releases.
Owner/Manager/Host at The Beehive
January 1, 1989 - December 31, 1990
Owner/manager/host of Queen West live music and comedy venue.

Education

Secondary School Diploma at Inglenook Secondary School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1984

Qualifications

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Telecommunications, Other