Tess Ray Houston (they/she) is a Red River Métis Creative Consultant & Music Manager based in Treaty 1 Territory (Winnipeg, MB). As Communications Lead at Perrie Law, Tess specializes in developing clear, accessible, and impactful messaging that connects communities with legal services and advocacy rooted in empowerment, clarity, and collaboration.
With a decade of experience across communications, arts, and media, Tess brings a multidisciplinary lens to their work — blending strategic thinking with a strong sense of storytelling and design. In addition to Perrie Law, Tess founded Midnight Bannock, an artist management and creative services company, where they guided artists through branding, public communications, and long-term career development. They also gained experience supporting musicians and organizations in both non-profit and contract roles, sharpening their communications and management skills through mentorship with industry leaders.
Tess’s background in film, visual arts, and performance deepens their approach to communication, offering a unique ability to translate complex ideas into accessible and compelling stories. Their work in national media productions, fashion, and visual arts has strengthened their eye for detail and commitment to representing diverse voices with authenticity and care.
At Perrie Law, Tess applies this breadth of experience to lead communications strategy, ensuring the firm’s messages reflect its values of advocacy, accessibility, and community connection.
