Rose Cushing is a multi-disciplinary creator based in North Carolina, primarily known as the founder of Cushing Publishing.
Her contributions span across traditional publishing, documentary filmmaking, and regional television production, with a heavy emphasis on equestrian culture and the empowerment of aspiring writers.
Literary & Publishing ContributionsRose founded Cushing Publishing, a small traditional publishing house that focuses on helping new and established authors navigate the complexities of the industry. Support for New Authors: She provides comprehensive editorial services, cover design, and marketing training, specifically aiming to help writers who have "never written a book or an article" realize their dreams.
Fiction Writing: She is an author herself, having published works like "Chasing the Wind" (contemporary women’s fiction).
Regional Journalism: Before founding her house, she served as an Advertising Director and photographer for multiple newspapers, contributing hundreds of articles and photographs to regional media.
2. Equestrian Media PioneerOne of Rose’s most significant impacts was in the niche world of equestrian sports and lifestyle, particularly in the Southeast. Magazines: She published a regional equestrian magazine for eleven years. It was the first monthly equestrian magazine in North Carolina and eventually expanded its reach to a ten-state region.
Television & Film: She hosted North Carolina’s first weekly equestrian TV show for a decade. Her production reach expanded globally, with four additional equestrian shows broadcasting in 42 countries.
Documentary FilmmakingCushing has transitioned into documentary filmmaking, where she has received critical acclaim: Award-Winning Films: She is a multi-award-winning documentary filmmaker, often focusing on historical or cultural narratives.
Visual Storytelling: Her films often complement her literary work, focusing on the "magic of storytelling" across different mediums.
Professional Mentorship Beyond media production, Cushing contributes to the professional growth of women and writers in her community:
Life Coaching: She is a certified Life Coach, helping individuals find the motivation to achieve creative goals.
Recognition: In 2020, she was nominated for the North Carolina Business Women Hall of Fame, recognizing her influence as an entrepreneur and leader in the North Carolina creative community. Note:
Rose Cushing is often associated with the North Carolina Writers' Network and is a frequent speaker at writers' conferences, where she advocates for the "partnership" model of publishing over the often-isolating self-publishing route.
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Our Cushing Publishing company is happy to announce Rodney Cushing will be joining our team!
Here is a bit about Rodney.
Rodney Cushing is the Multimedia Specialist for Cushing Media and Publishing, bringing over 15 years of elite visual storytelling and production expertise to the literary and broadcasting landscape. A veteran of the media production field since 2011, Rodney has spent his career masterfully guiding complex concepts from the initial spark of an idea to high-definition reality.
His distinguished portfolio spans television, documentary filmmaking, and digital broadcasting. Rodney served as the Executive Video Producer for the acclaimed television series Carolina Hoofbeats TV, From the Ground Up, and From the Judges Perspective. Seamlessly transitioning from broadcast television to cinematic storytelling, he also served as the Executive Film Producer for the powerful documentary A Flood of Tears, which went on to earn the prestigious Winnie Award.
An innovator in the rapidly growing digital audio space, Rodney currently serves as the Executive Producer for a slate of highly engaging, niche-defining podcasts, including Today’s Horsewoman, Today’s Horseman, and Carolina Writers Speak.
At Cushing Media and Publishing, Rodney spearheads the multimedia division, bridging the gap between traditional print media and modern visual asset production. Whether he is directing high-end studio broadcasts or producing exclusive author features like the Best Reads Guide Spotlight Sessions, Rodney’s signature blend of technical precision and creative vision ensures that every story told under the Cushing banner shines with cinematic brilliance.
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