Rachel Horsley
Writer • Producer • Video Editor • Production Assistant • Media Project Manager
410.804.6839 • rhorsley@gingermonkeymedia.com
ABOUT RACHEL
Writer, producer, project manager, editor, grip, coordinator, production assistant, and amateur food stylist…in my 20+ years in the media industry, I’ve learned to walk in a lot of shoes (and, that a ham painted with cherry juice makes for a more appetizing visual). This diversity of experience is key to the success of my work ethic: I contribute in whatever way promotes the best possible content.
When I’m not learning about, creating, or consuming media, my son (the original “ginger monkey”) and husband take center stage. I’m fortunate to have a family that supports my work and my other mania…“faith, trust, and pixie dust!” A three-time Disney Parks Moms Panel finalist, I am a Disney nerd. I’ve contributed articles for The Adult Side of Disney (now An Open Suitcase), am a guest author for Magical Memories with the Mouse, have been featured on runthegreatwidesomewhere.com, and published in Parents and Kids Magazine of Rochester. But, the bulk of my writing is found at MagicalDIStractions.com where I design site graphics, edit videos, and author content.
Recently, I produced and edited (using Premiere Pro CC) a series of vignettes to promote participation in the US Census and completed a commissioned documentary script chronicling the Journey Into Imagination with Figment attraction at Walt Disney World Resort®. And, I dream of one day contributing to Star Wars canon. Oh yes, I’m also a Star Wars fangirl.
But, you don’t need Mickey Mouse or Han Solo to get me onboard and excited to be part of your next project. Check out the links above for examples of my writing, and/or the still and video galleries featured below. Please reach out on social media via any of the links at the bottom of the page and let me know how I can help with your next media adventure!
Greatest StrengthS (We all know it's going to get asked)
I'm that rare breed, the hyper-organized creative. Over the course of my career, I've developed and implemented workflows to manage and streamline media projects. But, for all that, I'm not rigid. I shine when challenged to adapt to changing budgets, timelines, and/or creative direction. I'm always striving for the "impossible" trifecta: good, fast, and cheap.
Greatest Weaknesses
I'm an excellent self-learner unless I'm learning math. Math is my kryptonite...math and chocolate.
Random Facts
I once watched a play with George Lucas, Tom Hanks, and Rita Wilson.
I was a finalist for the New York Director's Guild Association (DGA) training program.
A long time ago, (at a drive-in not far, far away) Star Wars (not yet called A New Hope) was my first ever movie experience. Granted I was in a carseat, but I've been a Star Wars fangirl since long before it was cool.
"No mind is thoroughly well organized that is deficient in a sense of humor."
~Samuel Coleridge
So, that's me in a nutshell. If I've piqued your interest, let's connect via any of the social media links below. Or, why not call, text, e-mail, or send up some smoke signals? If I've not piqued your interest, you may be dead inside. Either way, I'd love to hear from you and learn more about how I can help with your next media adventure!
Call/Text: 410.804.6839
Email: rhorsley@gingermonkeymedia.com
Smoke Signals: Must be visible from East Baltimore