“My favorite part of working at MTI is that I get to help schools do shows. I owe so much of my adult success and happiness to the teachers and mentors that exposed me to theatre when I was younger.”

Jesse Johnson came to MTI in 2005 as a Customer Account Representative and is now the Associate Director of Amateur Licensing. Originally from Roswell New Mexico, Jesse was drawn to the bright lights of NYC and came to study at the American Musical & Dramatic Academy. As an actor he has appeared in over 100 productions and has performed in all 50 states and 9 countries. He is also a playwright and lyricist and has worked as a director, choreographer, stage manager, set designer, costume designer, spotlight operator, and usher. His favorite musicals include She Loves Me, Sunday in the Park with George, and Violet.