“Even though it’s in the arts… being able to afford taking a day off has been huge for me lately.”
Cynthea Kelley is a Nashville-based audio engineer and performer. She balances technical work and artistry in the dynamic worlds of music and gaming.
About
Cynthea Kelley is a Nashville-based audio engineer, musician, and performer who has steadily built a multifaceted creative career. Whether she’s editing music for Fortnite Festival’s Jam Stage or performing with a wedding band, Cynthea’s days are shaped by adaptability and artistry. Since graduating from Coastal Carolina University, she’s been on a mission to forge a sustainable creative life.
Her work with Fortnite editing tracks to seamlessly blend vocals and instrumentals for in-game mashups, is one of her proudest achievements. “It’s kind of been like a dream job,” she said of the experience, noting the prestige: she’s working with a globally recognized brand.
Success, for Cynthea, is defined by doing what she loves while sustaining her well-being. That means financial stability, creative control, and learning to set boundaries in professional relationships. “How do I want to be treated in those [jobs] as well?” she asked.
Through her journey, Cynthea has embraced the balance between rest and hustle. She encourages other creatives to stay persistent and remember that professional fulfillment includes both passion and self-care.
