A snapshot of some media that have either covered what I’m up to, or opinion pieces….. click on the link, you know what to do….
Support Key to Revitalising Community After Lockdown - Otago Daily Times
Events Industry tap turned off - Mountain Scene
Winter Festival Director Resigns - Otago Daily Times
Winter Festival gets a new Director - Otago Daily Times
Why Queenstown’s Winter Festival is a Must Do - Destination Queenstown
Lakes Weekly Front Page Editorial - Lakes Weekly Bulletin
Queenstown’s Winter Festival Ready To Deliver - Stuff.co.nz
Festival Director nominated for NZEA Award - Voxy.co.nz
Life is Like a Box of Records - Podcart.co
BBC1 coverage of the Strathspey Safari - BBC Scotland
Review - The Insider’s Strathspey Safari - Whatson-north.co.uk
A wee Youtube adventure….
Queenstown Winter Festival 2019
Queenstown Winter Festival 2018
Paradox, Tauranga Street Art Festival 2017
The Pleasance Sessions 2014
The Pleasance Sessions 2015
Some Quotes…
“I’ve worked with Rae professionally for 2 years during Queenstown Winter Festival. Her knowledge and expertise extends far beyond just the event planning. She’s highly skilled in marketing strategy, creativity and has the keen ability to see the big picture goals and implement them across the board. From a client perspective, she’s lovely to deal with even under the most stressful situations. Her experience with big events in big cities really shows through the creative solutions she comes up with to make even the smallest event absolutely epic!"
- MARANDA MITCHELL - OWNER, WHITELAW MITCHELL WEB DESIGN AGENCY
"Rae first approached The Skinny to programme an evening of live music at Edinburgh University's now annual (and award winning) Pleasance Sessions in 2013 and has remained a trusted ally ever since. She has always remained tenaciously determined to coordinate (and execute) a festival that in some way topped the last. I believe she's done so.
I've always found her enthusiasm, determination and overall organisational skills to be a genuine source of inspiration in the often difficult arena of concert promotion and our three year collaboration was productive from the get-go. One of the most enriching and productive professional relationships I've had in a 12 year career, I can only hope our career paths converge again some day"
- DAVE KERR -MUSIC EDITOR, THE SKINNY MAG
"As a two time and very worthy winner of an Ents Forum Award, a highly coveted awards ceremony in the University entertainment space, I can wholeheartedly recommend Rae as a brilliant booker, venue manager, and all round top chick! Had many happy years working with her, (and drinking excessively in her venue!), and wish her every success in the future. She leaves huge shoes to fill"
-GUY ROBINSON - OWNER COALITION TALENT
“Back home, Edinburgh will always play second fiddle to Glasgow as Scotland's main music metropolis. Population is key, but so is general attitude. As a resident of Auld Reekie, I am continually downhearted by the lack of interest in the capital's vibrant scene. People are too quick to complain, but less speedy in getting off the sofa to buy tickets. The Pleasance Sessions, however, could teach most festivals a thing or two. Three evenings of music took place in the beautiful wood-panelled Pleasance Theatre with the added Och!Toberfest beer tent and independent record label market, supplying the finest in local vinyl and merchandise, in the courtyard outside. Throughout the weekend, homegrown heroes such as Withered Hand, RM Hubbert, PAWS and Jonnie Common performed in a glorious setting to the gathered revellers. Once again, it was a triumph.”
- VIC GALLOWAY - BBC RADIO SCOTLAND/ THE HERALD
“Safari 2016, and in fact anything team Insider turn their collectively creative hands to, punches way above the shoulders of any other Scottish festival. This year, or before. A logistically ambitious mystery-tour leads the audience on staggered buses on several surprise stops, through a series of magical events pairing musical and gastronomical delights with beautiful locations.It’s the level of artistic detail and style though which is so delightful, characterful, unique and totally impressive, especially considering the fact that so few pulled this whole event off. Whole still-lives are set into gardens complete with antique furniture, bookshelves and lamps. 100 pimms at the ready. Brass band on the bar roof, live music on the shore of a loch, the red gazeebo in the white church, lanterns leading the way, a feast to finish. Just magical.”
- THE BEVVY SISTERS
"Rae's skilful and committed organisation of events, natural gift for people management and keen sense of style ensured the exciting and innovative events I was involved in with her at the helm were delivered with panache and a strong team spirit. Her ability was recognised by the industry at the Scottish Festival Awards, having been nominated for The Pleasance Sessions in 2013."
- RORY PENMAN - DIGITAL OFFICER
