We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Jesse Solomon. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Jesse below.

Alright, Jesse thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. Can you talk to us about a project that’s meant a lot to you?

The most meaningful project I’ve ever had the privilege of being part of is serving as the creative director for Pink Cloud Coffee. For me, success isn’t measured by the car in your driveway or the size of your house—it’s about the number of lives you can impact. Pink Cloud Coffee has given me a chance to give back to the very community that, without exaggeration, saved my life.

At its heart, Pink Cloud is more than just a coffee company; it’s a family. Every time someone picks up a cup or a bag of our coffee, I get to witness this beautiful, shared moment. Their face lights up, and in that instant, I know they’ve become part of something bigger. They’re not just buying coffee—they’re joining a mission, a movement to support people in recovery. And in doing so, they become part of our family too. What could be more meaningful than that?

Jesse, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?

Comedy is a huge part of my life. Humor has gotten me through some of the toughest times. If a joke needs a punch-up, I’ll be there. If an uncomfortable situation needs diffusing, I’ll be there. If my childhood trauma needs to be ignored, I’ll be there.
I’m a writer, photographer, filmmaker, musician, and someone who thrives on creating both art and connections. From before I can remember, I have been making music, writing scripts, and doing everything in my power to make others laugh. For me, all of these are just methods of bringing people together. As the creative director of Pink Cloud Coffee, I get to combine caffeine and community. We’re not just serving coffee; we’re creating moments of unity.

When I’m not caffeinating the masses, I’m the communications manager at Beit T’Shuvah, a long-term Jewish treatment center in Culver City. In 2019, I went through the program and eventually got hired. The help they gave me was truly immeasurable and I owe them more than words could express. It’s the greatest rehab on Earth. Beit T’Shuvah is a place that’s all about redemption, community, and meaningful second chances. My job there is to tell stories that matter—stories that inspire, uplift, and sometimes make you laugh in the middle of crying. Whether it’s writing, filmmaking, or photography, I aim to capture the humanity in every moment. My ultimate goal is to take what I have learned from my life experiences—the good, the bad, and the ugly—and make films that help people through their darkest moments.
What sets me apart? A knack for balancing humor and heart in everything I do. What I’m most proud of? Being part of two incredible missions: helping people feel connected—whether through a cup of Pink Cloud Coffee or the transformative work of Beit T’Shuvah. And yes, I’ll probably crack a joke while we’re at it.

What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?

For me, the most rewarding part of being a creative is making people feel less alone—because let’s be real, life can feel like an awkward middle school dance where everyone’s pretending they know the moves. I love creating things that remind people we’re all in this together We all need those moments when something hits us and we think, “Oh, it’s not just me.” That’s the magic—helping someone feel seen, understood, or even just entertained enough to forget their problems for a minute. Helping someone get out of their head (which let’s be honest, is not always the safest neighborhood) is a talent that feels selfish to waste. If I can give people a good chuckle, a sense of connection, or even just a reason to stop doomscrolling for five seconds, I’ve done my job. Oh, and of course the droves of women trying to sleep their way to the bottom of the Hollywood ladder.

Have you ever had to pivot?

The best story I can share about having to pivot in my life is when I decided I wasn’t going to use drugs or alcohol anymore. I was high every single day, on one substance or another, from 13 to 23 and when I pushed the eject button from that life, I never thought my parachute would deploy. One of my biggest concerns, early on, was that I would never be able to make art again. I’m not creative if I’m not high. I’m not funny. I’m not even capable of listening to music let alone writing it. All of that couldn’t have been farther from the truth. Once my head started to clear within the early days at Beit T’Shuvah. I started to feel more myself than I had ever felt in my entire life. In recovery, we call it “floating on a Pink Cloud” (that’s where the name comes from). When I finally built up the courage to put pen to paper, I realized that not only could I still create art but I could create art that was more honest and true to myself than it ever had been before. I wasn’t numb. My mind wasn’t blocked. I had turned this corner I didn’t even know existed. The music I made started to change from horribly depressing music about my struggles with mental health (shameless plug for my last project Mourning Knights) to songs that are danceable and yet true to who I am (shameless plug for my next project The Wrong Chords, stay tuned!). I would not take back the decade I spent wasting away—it built my character—but that change I made in my life, that pivot, brought me to the person I am today—the artist I am today.

Contact Info:

• Website: jestersolomon.com and pinkcloudcoffee.com
• Instagram: @jestersolomon and @pinkcloudcoffee
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-solomon-24a400130/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DisposableCameramen
• Other: If you or someone you know is in need of help:

  SAMHSA HOTLINE: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)—provides 24-hour free and confidential treatment referral and information about mental and/or substance use disorders, prevention, and recovery in English and Spanish.