About

Hi, I'm Makena Riendeau. I am a PR/Comms specialist and a freelance writer and photographer living in Asheville, NC. I spent the last 9 years working across PR agencies and in-house in New York City, building a breadth of experience in beer/spirits/beverage, beauty, tech, and music.

Book me for:

  • PR/Comms consulting for strategy and media relations (CPG, food & beverage, music)

  • Freelance writing opportunities (lifestyle/consumer publications)

  • Promotional photographs, event coverage, and portraits

Please email makena (at) makenagranger.com

Read my writing and personal essays on my Substack.

Published

  • Resound Magazine 

  • Garnet & Black Magazine 

  • One One Thousand

  • The Wild Honey Pie 

  • QRO Magazine