In the fast-paced world of pop music, building a career without the backing of a major label is one of the toughest paths an artist can take. But that’s exactly what Chris Level, a cinematic-sounding pop artist, has chosen—and he’s doing it on his own terms. Yet, behind every independent artist thriving under pressure is someone making the engine run in silence. For Chris Level, that person is Janet Ekama.
The Discovery: From Inactive Profile to Core Team
Chris Level first came across Janet Ekama on Kwork, a freelance platform. Ironically, her profile had no significant activity at the time—no glowing reviews, no long track record. But something about her profile and presentation caught his eye. He reached out, and what followed was a rare kind of partnership.
Janet wasn’t hired the traditional way. Chris didn’t have a label or investor backing him. He needed someone who could work without requiring upfront pay, who could see the vision and grow with him. He needed more than an assistant—he needed a partner.
That’s exactly what Janet became.
A Bold Agreement
After they connected, Chris introduced Janet to MN2S, the global booking and talent agency he had just signed with in early 2025. Even with that agency support, Chris remained fully independent, holding onto every inch of his rights, revenue, and creative decisions.
In that spirit of independence, Janet and Chris formed a unique assistance and partnership agreement. Instead of a salary, Janet agreed to take around 10% of Chris’s income—but only after the money came in. No guarantees. No monthly checks. Just belief and trust.
Real Sacrifices in Real Life
Janet Ekama was not operating from a place of comfort. She lived in Nigeria, where the cost of living is slightly high, and she likely needed money just like anyone else. But she chose to commit—with no safety net.
She spent her own money on internet bills, digital tools, subscriptions, and communication costs, all just to keep her end of the partnership running smoothly. This wasn’t side work for her. She sometimes worked deep into the night, handling scheduling, emails, small but essential daily tasks—then woke up to attend school the next morning, often on zero sleep.
Redefining What It Means to Assist
Let’s be clear: being an assistant isn’t about holding hands. It’s about stepping in where you’re needed, filling gaps without being asked, and showing up with solutions—not problems. Chris Level needed someone who could manage parts of his growing career without draining resources upfront. What more could any artist ask for in an assistant?
Janet didn’t just assist—she enabled. She provided the infrastructure that allowed Chris to keep building, releasing, and negotiating while staying completely independent.
The Backbone of a One-Man Brand
While fans hear Chris Level’s music and see the polished releases, few understand the sacrifices that go into building something independently. Fewer still know that there’s someone behind the curtain making it all run—without pay, without spotlight, and often without rest.
Janet Ekama isn’t just a hardworking assistant—she’s a strategic operator, a believer, and a co-builder.
In an industry that glamorizes instant success, Janet’s story reminds us that real growth is rooted in grit, sacrifice, and long-term vision. She may not have made headlines, but she’s helped write the story.
And one day, when Chris Level’s name is mentioned among the greats of pop, those who know the full story will remember Janet Ekama—the assistant who didn’t wait to be handed a job, but instead built one from nothing.
