Welcome to Soarin'
Soarin' Studios is a social media and content creation agency based in Lexington, KY, also offering full-scale media and event options. We specialize in media, digital management, travel, and coordination services from simple events to wide-scale experiences with an emphasis on developing meaningful connections. We are especially passionate about working with small businesses and being intentional in organic growth and community awareness. We also take pride in being a very affordable option for any of our offered divisions. With a team of detail-oriented eyes and various styles, we know we will have a fit for you.
Founded on a love for storytelling, exploration, and celebration, our team brings a unique blend of expertise in any style of production. From destination shoots and corporate retreats to weddings and brand activations, each service is tailored to reflect your style, goals, and audience.
Madi Sowers
Founder, Owner, Lead Creative - @madisowerss @soarinstudioss
💌 sssoarinstudios@gmail.com
Madi Sowers is the creative force behind a results-driven content creation and social media agency built to help brands grow with clarity and confidence, while also keeping local awareness a high priority. Madi is detail-oriented, focused on organic growth, and committed to serving her clients, their media, and strategic management. Madi holds a degree in Media Communications and Leadership from Asbury University and is represented by Helen Wells Talent Agency, local to the Central KY area. She additionally brings experience from her time in New York City where she studied film, theatre, modeling, and music. Her work reflects a modern eye, steady precision, and a clean, professional "trendy" finish. She leads her agency with a strong emphasis on communication, openness, and intentionality, approaching every project and partnership with purpose. Passionate about the work she does and the people she gets to work alongside, she believes the best creative comes from genuine connection, thoughtful collaboration, and a commitment to making every detail matter. Read more about Madi and the development of Soarin' on the "About" page.
Jillian Kai Spalding
Director of Photography & Videography - @kailanicreativemedia
💌 jilliankaisoarinstudios@gmail.com
Jillian ensures every project reflects a polished, cinematic standard. A highly experienced creator, she is known for her curated eye and storytelling-forward approach. With a degree in Media Communications from Asbury University and a thriving photography business, Kailani Creative Media, she specializes in weddings and branding, bringing emotion-rich imagery to all of her work. She carries a signature style rooted in vintage textures and moody, timeless tones; her work evokes nostalgia while telling deeply personal stories. Her passion for visual storytelling has taken her on the road for photography and videography, documenting moments far beyond home in states such as Montana, Florida, and soon internationally in Italy. Jillian's work has been featured in Bluegrass Weddings Magazine, and she additionally works full-time in real estate photography. All inspired by her love for Disney, she implements a "magic touch" any chance she can. Her creativity is rooted in curiosity, allowing her to see possibilities where others see limitations. Soarin' is thrilled to have Jillian & Kailani Creative Media as a trusted and valued partner.
Kelly Landry
Influencer Campaign & Collaborations Manager, Lead Creative - @photosbykellyy
💌 kellysoarinstudios@gmail.com
Kelly is a marketing strategist and content creator rooted in networking and results-driven execution. With a degree in Business Communications from the University of Kentucky, she specializes in social media collaborations, influencer partnerships, and campaign development that drives real growth and community awareness. She brings experience across multiple fields of marketing, including content production, structured communications, PR boxing, affiliate management, influencer relations, and brand collaborations. In addition to her work with Soarin Studios, Kelly works in social media management with IMAGE Studios, giving her a well-rounded understanding of both the creative and strategic sides of building a brand online. Kelly is also a freelance photographer whose work reflects a modern, elevated aesthetic. Her ability to pair strong creative concepts with strategic marketing has helped take campaigns and brand content to viral levels. A fun fact about her is that her favorite book is The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers. We are excited to have Kelly on our team as a lead creative, trusting her precision!
Tionna Sanders
Associate Creative, Weddings - @tionnasandersphotography
💌 tionnasoarinstudios@gmail.com
Tionna brings a naturally whimsical perspective to every creative project she takes on. With a background in customer engagement and several years of experience making magic, she has a genuine talent for connecting with people and creating experiences that feel effortless and authentic. A graduate of Eastern Kentucky University with a degree in General Studies, Tionna is building her career across photography, content creation, modeling, and performance. Her photography style is natural, playful, and full of wonder, often drawing inspiration from her love of travel and discovery. Tionna additionally brings agency experience & knowledge, as she is signed with Helen Wells Talent Agency in Louisville, KY. She is a natural collaborator and creates environments for other creatives to find their style, emphasizing her ability to design. When she’s not behind the camera, Tionna can usually be found traveling, exploring fashion, crafting a creative shoot, performing as Tiana the Disney princess, or diving into something new. Her curiosity and creative spirit make her an exciting addition to the team, bringing a fresh eye and a fresh "spark" wherever she goes.
Hailey Brooke
Associate Creative, Weddings - @haileybrookephotography
💌 haileysoarinstudios@gmail.com
Hailey is a freelance photographer and content creator specializing in couples, with a distinct eye for composition, connection, and creating the environment around her. Her work blends natural interaction with an editorial approach, creating photographs that feel intentional while still allowing the personalities of the people in front of her to come through. Her experience goes beyond photography - Hailey has worked in coordination to help develop styled shoots for other photographers, giving her a strong understanding of planning, creative direction, timelines, and the visual details that shape a successful shoot from start to finish. She enjoys bringing an idea to life just as much as she enjoys capturing it. Hailey’s passion for photography began in high school before she began working professionally in 2024. Since then, she has continued refining her eye and developing a signature style centered around couples with a polished editorial feel. Outside of work, Hailey can usually be found traveling, exploring new places, or spending time with her pup. She draws inspiration from the places she visits and the people she meets. With her eye for editorial detail and passion for couples, fashion, and styled shoots, she brings a thoughtful creative perspective that adds another layer of artistry to the work we’re building at Soarin Studios.
Carly Truitt
Associate Creative, Social Media - @cowgirllcarl
💌 carlysoarinstudios@gmail.com
With a lifelong passion for the arts, Carly brings a distinctive, alternative, and creative perspective to Soarin’ Studios. Her experience spans photography, graphic design, mixed media, jewelry making, and hair and makeup, including select creative shoots with models. She has also worked with local musicians and bands, capturing live performances, creating custom logos, and producing short-form content that reflects each artist’s individual aesthetic. With knowledge of a cinematic approach, Carly has the ability to showcase connections across the music and media industries - highlighting that edge! Inspired by artists such as H.R. Giger and Hieronymus Bosch, Carly brings an unconventional eye to photography and content creation. At Soarin’ Studios, she supports photography, social media, events, campaigns, and creative productions. Outside of her work, Carly continues to explore different artistic mediums and is a proud reptile enthusiast with seven different species of pet reptiles. Carly brings a fresh energy to our team, and we can’t wait to see how her perspective continues to challenge the expected and shape the work we create together.
Rachel Hamilton
Social Media Accounts Manager - @hamilton__rachel
💌 rachelsoarinstudios@gmail.com
Rachel brings a strong background in communications, social media, and creative marketing to Soarin’ Studios. With a degree in Media Communications with an emphasis in Social Media from Asbury University, she has experience working across nonprofits, event centers, restaurants, home and lifestyle brands, and social enterprises. Her work spans copywriting, campaign strategy, photography, graphic design, editing, and social media, allowing her to approach each project with both creativity and intention. Rachel enjoys developing content that reflects each client’s individual voice while supporting their broader goals and connecting with their audience. Outside of marketing, Rachel stays creatively inspired through design, dance, theatre, fashion, and hands-on projects. Her love of design has even led her into the sewing room, where she helped develop a leather bag and accessory collection for a social enterprise. Her strength lies in the details that happen behind the scenes, pairing digital creativity with a thoughtful, technical eye that helps turn big ideas into polished, purposeful content for our clients.
