RACHEL BARKER

I’m a video editor, writer and film critic, freshly based in Naarm/Melbourne, Australia.  

 

I have undertaken a huge variety of work that has developed my creative skills and allowed

me to tailor my voice to different projects— both in visual media and the written word. Along with freelancing in creative roles, I have worked in advertising and social media in NZ and the UK. 

 

In 2023 I was a full-time writer and producer at VICE NZ. I predominantly wrote long-form features focussing on current cultural issues, oddball stories and areas of personal interest like film and fashion. This role also included short-form video production, interviewing and presenting. ​VICE NZ has honed my skills across journalism and social media. 

 

In 2023 and 2024 I have also worked with the NZ Government's Ministry of Social Development as the lead writer on the Love Better campaign – a role that involves features writing, copywriting and editing the work of contributors. 

 

As a lifelong lover of film, I created the YouTube channel Girl on Film in 2022, where I produce video essays on horror and female-centric cinema. The channel has 32k+ subscribers and 50-100k monthly views. 

 

I’m always looking out for new exciting opportunities, both at home and on new shores. 

 

If you’re looking for an editor with rhythm and instinct, a writer with insight and personality or a critic and online creator with original ideas, I look forward to hearing from you.