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Rachel Hunt

Sydney ,NSW

Summary

I am a passionate racing professional seeking to immerse myself in Racing Media from all
perspectives. With a strong background as a Professional Jockey and Assistant Trainer, I combine deep industry
insight with exceptional communication skills, tireless work ethic, and a keen desire to learn and
contribute to all aspects of media coverage in thoroughbred racing.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Professional Jockey

Racing NSW
01.2012 - Current
  • Operated as a self-managed business, including employing a jockey manager and handling accounting responsibilities.
  • Rode over 100 winners, including on Everest Day; won Newcastle and
    Sapphire Coast Apprentice Championships.
  • Built relationships with trainers, stewards, and owners across NSW.
  • Managed quarterly BAS, profit and loss analysis, and client communications.

Racing Media Intern & On-Air Presenter

Channel 7 Horse Racing
11.2019 - Current
  • Presented live from the mounting yard on Golden Gift Raceday, offering analysis on horse condition and behaviour.
  • Assisted Head Producer
  • Worked alongside the Channel 7 production team to develop engaging broadcasting content.
  • Managed talent on race day

Assistant Trainer

Freedman Training, Scone & Rosehill
05.2021 - Current
  • Supported Will and Richard Freedman in the daily operations of a 55-horse metropolitan stable.
  • Managed up to 18 staff including rostering, logistics, and stable compliance.
  • Played a key role in preparing Fashion Legend to win the Magic Millions Guineas.
  • Attend race meetings to engage with owners and representing the stable.
  • Helped recruit new owners and maintained compliance with Racing NSW protocols.
  • Oversaw stable standards to foster a high-performance environment.

Education

Certificate IV in Racing (Jockey) -

TAFE NSW
Richmond, NSW
07-2014

Bachelor of Media And Communications (Majoring in Journalism) -

Macquarie University
Sydney, NSW

TV Presenting Essentials -

National Institute of Dramatic Art
Sydney, NSW
01-2025

Skills

  • Professional Jockey
  • Staff coordination and rostering
  • Business and financial operations
    (profit/loss, BAS)
  • Data entry and racing
    administration
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Client engagement
  • WHS compliance and equine
    welfare standard
  • Media production and
    presentation experience
  • Strong communication and public
    speaking

Timeline

Assistant Trainer

Freedman Training, Scone & Rosehill
05.2021 - Current

Racing Media Intern & On-Air Presenter

Channel 7 Horse Racing
11.2019 - Current

Professional Jockey

Racing NSW
01.2012 - Current

Certificate IV in Racing (Jockey) -

TAFE NSW

Bachelor of Media And Communications (Majoring in Journalism) -

Macquarie University

TV Presenting Essentials -

National Institute of Dramatic Art

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