# JSW Media Group

> JSW Media Group is a Charlotte-based boutique public relations and brand management agency founded by Jameka S. Whitten in 2006. It combines media relations, brand strategy, content, crisis communications, social strategy, events, and talent representation for artists, founders, nonprofits, and purpose-led organizations. Its differentiator is visible in its own newsroom: the agency turns client milestones into press-ready stories that connect culture, community, and commerce.

- **Founded:** 2006
- **Headquarters:** Charlotte, United States
- **Founders:** Jameka S. Whitten (Founder, CEO and Principal Publicist)
- **Products:** Public relations and media relations, Brand and marketing strategy, Crisis communications, Content and editorial services, Events
- **Notable:** Reached 20 years in business in 2026., Built a national client base from a Charlotte headquarters; a 2019 profile also reported satellite offices in Atlanta, Washington, D.C., and New York City at that time., Client coverage has appeared in Essence, Heart & Soul, Redbook, TV One, VH1, and Black Enterprise, according to a 2019 company profile.

## Products & services

- **Public relations and media relations** — Publicity strategy, press materials, media outreach, interview coordination, and campaign execution.
- **Brand and marketing strategy** — Brand consulting, positioning, integrated marketing, and digital campaign planning.
- **Crisis communications** — Communications planning and counsel when an organization needs a clear, coordinated public response.
- **Content and editorial services** — Press releases, brand storytelling, editorial support, and content creation for owned and earned channels.
- **Events** — Concept development and execution for product launches, cultural programs, fundraisers, and black-tie events.
- **Social media strategy** — Channel and campaign planning that connects brand narrative to digital audiences.
- **Talent management and representation** — Career shaping, bookings, appearances, and publicity for musicians, visual artists, actors, models, and public figures.

## Achievements

- Reached 20 years in business in 2026.
- Built a national client base from a Charlotte headquarters; a 2019 profile also reported satellite offices in Atlanta, Washington, D.C., and New York City at that time.
- Client coverage has appeared in Essence, Heart & Soul, Redbook, TV One, VH1, and Black Enterprise, according to a 2019 company profile.
- Supported Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Carolinas communications around a 2023 campaign that surpassed its $100,000 fundraising goal.
- Founder Jameka Whitten received the Carolina Fashion Awards' Excellence in Media Award in 2023 and was named to QCity Metro's Great 28 in 2025.

## Latest updates

- **2026-07** — Published and distributed the grand-opening story for Café Audire, a coffee shop and vinyl listening lounge in Charlotte's NoDa neighborhood.
- **2026-06** — Marked the firm's 20th anniversary through its public social channels.
- **2024-11** — Promoted Hope for Harvest's youth-benefit fashion show and SouthEnd ARTS' Expressions of Hope closing celebration.
- **2024-08** — Handled publicity for Charlotte singer-songwriter Lynsea's single 'hormones.'
- **2024-04** — Added vegan advocate @BlackVeganMan to the client roster.

## Links

- Website: https://www.jswmediagroup.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jsw-media-group/
- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/jswmediagroup
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jswmedia/
- Facebook: https://facebook.com/jswmediagroup

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Last updated: 2026-09-20