About Me
I’m Michaela Rae, a published author, artist, and creative strategist working in mission-driven brand development.
I tell stories from different angles, using strategy, narrative, and visuals to help important work shine.
I work with organizations that bring visibility to stories often overlooked. My work is rooted in creating thoughtful, human-centered narratives that challenge the status quo.
Thank you so much for stopping by my corner of the internet. I’m so glad you’re here!
Mission in Motion
Keynote Speech
In partnership with Head Start, I wrote and delivered a keynote speech advocating for early childhood education funding. Speaking directly to members of the U.S. Senate and Congress, I represented Utah families served. My speech helped secure annual funding for Head Start programming.
Genre Growth
In my role as Treasurer, I handle the essential financial logistics that empower the Utah Horror Writers Association to support its members’ careers. I have focused on streamlining our financial reporting and expense management to ensure transparency and long-term organizational health.
Creative Governance
I serve on the board of Bad Dog Arts to ensure that Salt Lake City’s youth have access to the same transformative power of the arts that shaped my own career. By leveraging my perspective as a professional artist, I help guide the strategic decisions and fundraising efforts that provide tuition waivers for students.
Workplace Community
When I saw a need for community and representation within my workplace, I created and launched a company-wide Employee Resource Group from the ground up. From pitching leadership to developing training courses, I helped create a more inclusive and supportive culture that still thrives today.
Peer Mentoring
I joined a national movement of women working to build a more equitable future. Through community organizing, digital advocacy, and grassroots action, I helped raise awareness around voting rights and systemic change. This work deepened my commitment to collective power and intersectional advocacy.
Related Stories
Why You Should Support Bad Dog Arts for Utah Gives
Bad Dog Arts is a Utah nonprofit that provides multidisciplinary arts education to children and adults, focusing on underserved communities. Founded with an emphasis on inclusivity and creative expression, it relies on fundraising events like Utah Gives to support scholarships. This mission is deeply personal for me. Read along to learn why!
My Experience Joining the Board of Directors at Bad Dog Arts
In this blog, I announce my new role on the board of Bad Dog Arts, a nonprofit in Salt Lake City focused on empowering youth through art education. Passionate about supporting creativity and accessibility, I aim to guide strategic decisions and enhance fundraising efforts, to ensure future generations can benefit from transformative artistic experiences.
Supporting Horror Writers Through Sustainable Leadership
I’m excited to announce my new role as the The Utah Horror Writers Association (UHWA) Treasurer. I’m excited for the opportunity to create strong financial systems to sustain creativity within the Utah writing community. By enhancing financial management practices, I aim to enable long-term growth and remove barriers for our members.