.::: JENNIFER CORTEZ :::.
Jennifer Cortez also known by her stage name, "The Prof", is a Canadian, Ecuadorian, artist, singer/songwriter, and Professor. Born in Toronto, Canada, and raised in Toronto and Scarborough during elementary years, Jennifer was heavily influenced by R&B, reggae, hip hop and Latin music, as well as diversity and multiculturalism in her community.
Jennifer's mother and grandmother were both recording artists in Ecuador, South America, known for their vinyl record, entitled, "Cantares Ecuatorianos". Inspired by her musical, Ecuadorian roots, Jennifer began singing lessons at age 12, where her journey with music began. In the early 2000s, Jennifer began writing original lyrics, collaborating with local artists and performing locally at events, causes and fundraisers such as, Amnesty International (Human Rights), Culture Days in Mississauga City Hall, Woman's International Day events, Toronto's Latin Community Fundraisers for Natural Disasters & Earthquakes in Ecuador, and the Inti Raymi Festival.
Her single "The Latin Anthem (Himno Latino)" ft. Juno Nominee Arabesque rotated on several media outlets and hit Toronto radio waves, supported by both the Toronto Latin and Urban community in 2008. "The Latin Anthem (Himno Latino)" is featured on her physical, CD album, entitled, "Through the Rain" by Jennifer Cortez which will be available on digital platforms in May 2024.
In addition to music, Jennifer is formally educated in art direction, graphic design, and in fashion business and has a Master of Arts degree in Higher Education, Administration and Leadership. The stage name, "The Prof" came from Jennifer's Professor role for the Faculty of Media and Creative Arts and the Faculty of Business at Humber College in 2017. Jennifer also teaches at Sheridan College at the Hazel McCallion campus in Mississauga. In 2022 Jennifer joined and participated in Mississauga’s Public Art Juror Committee.
Jennifer enjoys creating, and making music and hopes others can resonate with and enjoy the authentic, vulnerable creations as well as the fun, light-hearted vibes.
You can find Jennifer’s EP "Out of Office” and more singles under The Prof on all digital platforms. You can also find more music under Jennifer Cortez on all digital platforms.
Jennifer hopes to inspire, empower and motivate through her musical works.
Jennifer's mother and grandmother were both recording artists in Ecuador, South America, known for their vinyl record, entitled, "Cantares Ecuatorianos". Inspired by her musical, Ecuadorian roots, Jennifer began singing lessons at age 12, where her journey with music began. In the early 2000s, Jennifer began writing original lyrics, collaborating with local artists and performing locally at events, causes and fundraisers such as, Amnesty International (Human Rights), Culture Days in Mississauga City Hall, Woman's International Day events, Toronto's Latin Community Fundraisers for Natural Disasters & Earthquakes in Ecuador, and the Inti Raymi Festival.
Her single "The Latin Anthem (Himno Latino)" ft. Juno Nominee Arabesque rotated on several media outlets and hit Toronto radio waves, supported by both the Toronto Latin and Urban community in 2008. "The Latin Anthem (Himno Latino)" is featured on her physical, CD album, entitled, "Through the Rain" by Jennifer Cortez which will be available on digital platforms in May 2024.
In addition to music, Jennifer is formally educated in art direction, graphic design, and in fashion business and has a Master of Arts degree in Higher Education, Administration and Leadership. The stage name, "The Prof" came from Jennifer's Professor role for the Faculty of Media and Creative Arts and the Faculty of Business at Humber College in 2017. Jennifer also teaches at Sheridan College at the Hazel McCallion campus in Mississauga. In 2022 Jennifer joined and participated in Mississauga’s Public Art Juror Committee.
Jennifer enjoys creating, and making music and hopes others can resonate with and enjoy the authentic, vulnerable creations as well as the fun, light-hearted vibes.
You can find Jennifer’s EP "Out of Office” and more singles under The Prof on all digital platforms. You can also find more music under Jennifer Cortez on all digital platforms.
Jennifer hopes to inspire, empower and motivate through her musical works.