our team
Rachel has had a career spanning 30 years working for some of the world's biggest consumer brands and organisations both in-house and in agency, including LEGO, Nike, Mattel, Coca-Cola, Sanitarium and Lion Nathan.
Her skills are comprehensive, but in particular, she excels in the development of creative brand ideas that drive marketing objectives and has a suite of unbeatable media contacts and exceptional media relations expertise. She doesn’t take no for an answer easily and loves to smash a KPI.
Drink of Choice: New England Brewing Pale Ale and Block N Tackle Scud
Favourite Place in the World: NZ and the Central Coast, but really anywhere with good friends and family.
Favourite Musician: 90’s Hip Hop.
RACHEL ROBERTSON
Director
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Chris DaNIEL
GROUP Account DIRECTOR
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With a hefty portfolio of written work across the realms of pop culture and music, Chris accumulated three years of experience before kickstarting his career with Rocket Comms. Though his knowledge of film and television remains unmatched, Chris’ skill set also includes the ability to create strong, timely content in a media market that is constantly evolving and the ability to pinpoint and pitch the perfect story.
Chris is our resident pop-culture addict and will probably tell you every easter egg featured throughout the history of film OR download on the latest and greatest pop-culture items that have just sold at auction. If you’re short on time, it’s best not to approach these questions willingly…
Drink of Choice: Gin & Tonic
Favourite Place in the World: San Francisco
Favourite Musician: Django Django
What do you get when you combine a taste for coffee and a passion for European football? You get an unfortunate sleeping schedule and also Brad. Brad has recently finished a Bachelor of Communications majoring in Public Relations & Strategic Communication. Committed and eager to learn in the Public Relations industry, an adaptable and effective team player with a knack for creativity. When not at work, you can usually find him cooking up a storm in the kitchen or with friends.
Drink of Choice: Mango Daiquiri/VB
Favourite Place in the World: Liverpool, England
Favourite Musician: Loyle Carner
BRAD FAIRCLOUGH
sENIOR Account Executive
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LARA HELSON
sENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
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With a passion for beauty and fashion, Lara has found herself joining the RC Team to pursue her interests in the PR, Media and Events industry. She has recently graduated with her Bachelor of Communication degree majoring in PR and is eager to continue to learn skills alongside such a knowledgeable team. After work in the office, you can find her running her own Lash Extension business and inspiring young performers as a dance teacher. She loves socialising with friends and lounging around the house with her dogs.
Drink of Choice: Passionfruit Mojito.
Favourite Place in the World: Anywhere abroad, or anywhere with delicious food.
Favourite Musician: Anything from a throwback 00s playlist, the options are just endless.
After working in retail and retail management, Jayden gained valuable insight into frontline customer service. Realising a passion for education, Jayden is currently at university studying a Bachelor of Education (Primary) and in his third year of study. With a lifelong passion for the technology sector, Jayden has jumped into Rocket Comms with the energy to learn and meet new people.
Drink of Choice: Six Strings Dark Red IPA - it’s local, it’s strong and it’s yummy…
Favourite Place in the World: Anywhere is the place to be, so long as I’m on my motorcycle
Favourite Musician: Although there are too many to choose from, Tijuana Cartel will always be one of my top favourites