Journalist and producer Brian St. Juste dies at 68

The Press Association of Jamaica (PAJ) is mourning the death of prominent Jamaican-Trinidadian journalist and producer Brian St. Juste, who died at age 68 following a period of illness and medical complications.

In a statement on Friday, the PAJ said St. Juste had a career spanning more than three decades across film, television and journalism.

The son of late Trinidadian broadcasting pioneer Franklyn St. Juste, he was also the brother of late Jamaican radio personality François St. Juste.

St. Juste most recently served as managing director of Timecode Productions Ltd., where he oversaw broadcast coverage of major sporting and cultural events, including the 2002 IAAF World Junior Championships, the 2003 IFNA World Netball Championships and the 2007 ICC Cricket World Cup Opening Ceremony.

The PAJ said St. Juste also played a significant role in Jamaica’s democratic process through his work producing televised political debates for the Jamaica Debates Commission since 2007.

His work extended beyond Jamaica. He served as a consultant to the National Democratic Institute and the U.S. Commission on Presidential Debates, assisting countries across the Caribbean with staging nationally televised debates.

His contributions to the film and television industry earned him several honors, including the Doctor Bird Award for Creative Achievement.

St. Juste also served as president of the Jamaica Film Producers Association, where he advocated for stronger film policy and the development of Jamaica’s film industry.

The PAJ extended condolences to St. Juste’s widow and other loved ones, describing his career as a lasting contribution to Jamaica’s media and creative sectors.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.