Jay Najeeah

Also known as Jala Bennett

Jay Najeeah(she/they) is an award-winning freelance filmmaker, writer, dramaturg, and artist-activist hailing from Columbia, SC. Based in DC, their work is grounded in both Theatre of the Oppressed pedagogy and the principles of Black Feminism. A graduate of Howard University’s MFA Film Program, Jay is committed to storytelling and uplifting the perspective of queer, southern, Black folk through the horror and thriller genres. Having a concentration in writing & directing, Jay has taken their skills to turn Southern folklore into pieces of work that speak to wide audiences.

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Known For

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Quick Facts

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Known For Department

Directing

Born

1999-02-26

Place of Birth

North Charleston, South Carolina, USA

Also Known As

Jala Bennett

Behind the Camera

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Hag.

Director

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Hag.

Writer

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Meet Me.

Director

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Meet Me.

Writer

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I Dare You.

Writer

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I Dare You.

Director

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I Dare You.

Executive Producer

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