Rae Benjamin

Rae Benjamin grew up in LA, so Hollywood’s always been right there in the background—kind of hard to avoid, honestly. She studied at Loyola Marymount, which is this pretty respected spot for people who want to break into film or media. But here’s the twist: she didn’t start out chasing scripts. Nope, she was actually a visual designer first, mostly bouncing around the tech and startup scene. So, she’s got that creative eye plus the whole “move fast and break things” vibe that startups love. Eventually, screenwriting called her name, and she dove in headfirst. What really sets Rae apart? She’s not just doing her own thing; she’s pulling other people up with her. She started In the Cut (ITC)—not just some side hustle, but a full-on company dedicated to helping writers and filmmakers from all sorts of backgrounds. We’re talking workshops, resources, real opportunities. And it’s not just a local thing. Since 2020, ITC’s become this global community. People from everywhere are tuning in, showing up to events—online and in person. Over 7,000 folks have been part of it, which is wild. She’s basically building a network where people who usually don’t get a seat at the table finally have a shot. And she’s doing it while navigating her own screenwriting journey, mixing that visual design flair with a knack for storytelling. Rae Benjamin isn’t just a name in the credits—she’s changing the game for a whole new wave of creatives.