Jessica Feldman

Jessica Feldman is a senior research associate for Arts and Culture. In this role, she analyzes, synthesizes, and designs research to inform and support the strategic objectives of the grantmaking area.

Prior to assuming this position, Jessica served as a senior research analyst in Mellon's Office of Institutional Research. She previously worked as a research and planning analyst at New Yorkers for Parks. While at the University of Chicago, Jessica taught courses on urban space and social science research methods.

She holds a BA in psychology and Portuguese from Smith College and an MPP in public policy studies and PhD in sociology from the University of Chicago.