Education
De Louisiana Salle University.
De Louisiana Salle University.
He is currently the station manager of the terrestrial television station UNTV 37, which is owned by his former co-host, Daniel Razon. Get it Straight (2007–2010) (UNTV)
Ito Ang Balita (2007–2010) (UNTV)
Pilipinas, Gising Ka Na Ba? (2005–2007) (UNTV)
Mel & Jay (1988–1996) (ABS-Christian Broadcasting Network)
Balitang Balita (2000-2001) (American Broadcasting Company)
Saksi (1998–1999) (Global Media Arts Network)
Partners Mel and Jay (1996–2004) (Global Media Arts Network)
Tapatan with Jay Sonza Radio Edition (1995–1999) (DZBB Bisig Bayan)
Tapatan with Jay Sonza (1995–1998. 2000–2001; 2004–2005) (Global Media Arts Network/RPN/UNTV)
Pulis, Pulis Kung Umaksiyon, Mabilis (1993–1995) (DZMM: Ang Himpilan ng Malayang Mamamayan)
Mel & Jay sa DZMM (1988–1996) (DZMM: Ang Himpilan ng Malayang Mamamayan)
Dear Deejay Jay (1981–1985) (Love Radio)
He lost in the said elections but became the head of UNTV 37 a year after his electoral loss.
In 2007, he was one of the nominees of BATAS party-list.
In 2010, he filed his candidacy for the Vice President position for the 2010 elections. He run under Kilusang Bagong Lipunan but lost to Makati City Mayor Jejomar Binay.
In 2004, Jay filed his candidacy for Philippine Senator under the Aksyon Demokratiko political party.