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I'm a freelance writer and photojournalist with over six years of experience and a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology. I collaborate with organizations to produce photo-driven stories that document people, places, and experience, and I handle all aspects of assignments—from pre-production and field work to editing and final delivery using Lightroom and Photoshop.…

Rebecca Rossi

Photographer, Photoshop Editor, Director of Photography, +3

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I'm a freelance writer and photojournalist with over six years of experience and a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology. I collaborate with organizations to produce photo-driven stories that document people, places, and experience, and I handle all aspects of assignments—from pre-production and field work to editing and final delivery using Lightroom and Photoshop.…

Available to hire

I’m a freelance writer and photojournalist with over six years of experience and a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology.

I collaborate with organizations to produce photo-driven stories that document people, places, and experience, and I handle all aspects of assignments—from pre-production and field work to editing and final delivery using Lightroom and Photoshop.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Professional Freelance Photographer at Self-Employed (PNW — Professional Freelance Photographer)

January 1, 2021 - Present

Collaborate with several organizations to produce photo-driven stories that document people, places, and experiences. Handle all aspects of assignments, from pre-production and fieldwork to editing and final delivery using Lightroom and Photoshop.

Grant Writer at Kashi Initiative, Remote

February 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025

Wrote grant proposals for arts, education, humanitarian, and environmental spaces to understand goals and communities served. Used conversations and research to write compelling proposals that helped organizations secure funding.

Freelance Writer & Lead Gear Reviewer at GearJunkie, Remote

March 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025

Worked closely with editors to pitch and develop editorial stories, contributing regular gear-focused articles and list-style features. Tested gear, including footwear, apparel, technology, and backpacks, and translated hands-on experience into clear, useful writing for readers.

Photojournalist at Race to Alaska, WA & AK

June 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022

Documented the 750-mile Race to Alaska, documenting the journey from Washington to Alaska through photo essays and digital storytelling that focused on the people behind the race.

Photojournalist & Writer at 57 Hours, WA & AK

May 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022

Interviewed outdoors and expert sources to capture their voices and experiences, crafting ghost-written content and contributing personal essays to 57 Hours, drawing on background in cold-weather outdoors for practical reader insight.

Freelance Photographer at Self-Employed

January 1, 2021 - Present

Provide freelance photography services, manage client relationships, conduct shoots, and perform post-production; coordinate bookings and deliverables to client specifications.

Lead Gear Reviewer & Freelance Writer at GearJunkie (Remote)

March 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025

Collaborate with editors to pitch and develop editorial stories; test footwear, apparel, technology, and gear; translate hands-on experience into clear, practical writing for readers.

Writer & Blogger at Melanin Base Camp (Remote)

July 1, 2017 - November 1, 2018

Share personal essays about life as a BIPOC outdoors person; explore identity, belonging, and representation in outdoor spaces.

Photojournalist & Writer at 57 Hours (WA & AK)

May 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022

Interview outdoors experts and participants to capture voices and experiences; contribute personal essays to 57 Hours.

Photojournalist (Contract) at Race to Alaska (WA & AK)

June 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022

Document the 750-mile Race to Alaska through photo essays and digital storytelling, focusing on the people behind the race.

Grant Writer (Contract) at Kash Initiative (Remote)

February 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025

One-on-one work with clients in arts, education, humanitarian, and environmental spaces to understand goals and communities; craft clear grant proposals to secure funding.