Jessica Merritt

Director Of Communications, LAX Development Projects at Los Angeles World Airports

Jessica Merritt has a diverse work experience in the field of communications and strategy. Jessica is currently serving as the Director of Communications for LAX Development Projects at Los Angeles World Airports. Prior to this, they worked as the Content & Communications Leader for North America at Woods Bagot. Jessica also held the position of Senior Account Manager at Susan Grant Lewin Associates.

Furthermore, Jessica has worked as an Independent Communications and Strategy Leader for Architecture and Cultural Clients from 2016 to 2022. Jessica has also been the Director of Communications at the National Academy of Design and played a crucial role in managing crisis situations and rebranding the institution's visual identity.

Before that, Jessica worked at Steven Holl Architects, initially as the Director of Exhibitions, Publications, and Communication, and later as the EA to Steven Holl / Director of Business Development. Jessica has also gained experience in visitor services and education roles at MoMA PS1 and The Whitney Museum of American Art. Initially, they started their career as the Creative Operations Director at cora ny.

Jessica Merritt studied Art History, Criticism, and Conservation at Hunter College, earning a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in 2013. Prior to that, they also completed a Summer Program in Art History and Architecture at Harvard University in 2012.

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    Director Of Communications, LAX Development Projects

    February, 2023 - present