Raquel Simpson
Howard University Alumna
Content Creator | Social Media Manager | Producer
Aspiring Creative Producer
Howard University Alumna
Content Creator | Social Media Manager | Producer
Aspiring Creative Producer
As a black female golfer, the lack of representation of women like myself in such a mighty and ever-growing sport is disappointing. I was elated when I was allowed to play Division 1 golf at Howard University, a brand-new program Stephen Curry funded. Though the golfing experience was great, our social media presence could have been better.
Investing in a camera and post-production software, I found myself morphing into the team's social media manager, content creator, producer, and editor all in one. I quickly grew our team's social page to over 12,000 followers and achieved verification on Instagram, all while our team was filming an ESPN documentary for the AndScape series "Why Not Us."
Though being an on-camera talent was humbling and beautiful, I admired the production team so much that it amplified my passion for content creation. I've always been drawn to the intersection of culture, sports, and the power of visual storytelling.
My journey in content creation has grown into a rewarding and evolving career, giving me the opportunity to apply my skills and creativity to renowned platforms such as First Tee of Greater Chicago, National Links Trust, Callaway Golf, Thirty Ink, and Stephen Curry's personal Instagram page. I also had the honor to work on special production projects such as Netflix's Starting 5, and have an upcoming ESPN documentary in the works.
I am always seeking to further dive into my passion for storytelling and multimedia content creation, challenging my intellect, pushing my creative boundaries and aligning with my personal values.