Influential Woman · Media
Reshma B.
Music Journalist, Filmmaker, Freelance (Self employed)
Nyc, NY
Her Story
About Reshma
Reshma B is a music journalist and filmmaker based in New York. She creates music documentaries and feature films, including the award-recognized Studio 17: The Lost Reggae Tapes, which explores the evolution of reggae music from Jamaica and premiered in New York after airing on the BBC. Reshma writes for outlets including Vibe Magazine, Rolling Stone, and Complex, and produces short documentaries for record labels such as Epic Records, Island Records, and Def Jam. She previously worked as genre lead at Tidal Streaming for four years. Reshma was born and raised in London and earned a chemistry degree before transitioning into media, starting as a stringer with the BBC and advancing to cover festivals worldwide and contribute columns to magazines. She is a member of the Recording Academy.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Reshma
01What do you attribute your success to?
persistence, belief and honesty
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
you know its a good idea if you have to bash people over the head with it
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
believe in yourself
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
you don't need to wait for a company to hire you, you can start building your own brand asap
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
integrity
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