Jessica McCarthy is currently the Intern for Children’s Music at St. James Cathedral. In her early years, Jess was a Chorister at the Washington National Cathedral and sang in the Children’s Chorus of Washington (CCW). These musical opportunities led her to New York and South Africa on tour, and has allowed her to sing at prestigious venues such as the Kennedy Center, Washington Smithsonian's, the Peace Corps, Wolf Trap, and various churches across the nation. Jess previously worked as a teacher-assistant at the Sheridan School in Washington DC and ran a private tutoring company.

Jess is currently studying at the Chicago College of Performing Arts (CCPA) seeking a B.M. in Vocal Performance with plans to graduate early. During her time there, she has been Stage Manager for the Junior/ Senior Opera and Graduate Opera, performed at the Chicago Symphony Center, and was a soloist in the CCPA Conservatory Chorus.

Originally from London, England, Jess currently resides in Chicago. In her free time, she loves to bake and go on long walks next to Lake Michigan. Jess is excited to be proctoring for RSCM Evansville!