Rosalynne (Rose) is a filmmaker, MAC certified make-up artist/product specialist/impact team member, YouTuber, and trans rights defender. She has been making videos on YouTube since 2007, and wishes to further her career in the entertainment business. Montoya frequently makes video blogs (vlogs) and makeup tutorials on her YouTube Channel. 
 ​    Montoya attended Seattle University and graduated in 2015 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Film Studies. For fun, she still sings with the SU Chamber Choir. 
    Rose also uses her social media as a platform to spread love and knowledge about the trans community. Her turning point on social media started on tumblr, where she runs a blog inspired by the hashtag #transisbeautiful coined by Laverne Cox. There, she shares the journies of trans and queer folk who submit their own content. Montoya celebrates people's name changes and transition timelines, She also comforts people when they're misgendered, family doesn't accept them, or when they're struggling with how to identify. Rose also shares her own stories, celebrations, and struggles. When finding a powerful or informative article about our community, she'll often share it and include her own thoughts or personal story to support or challenge it when necessary. This is a safe space to connect and learn. The world needs positivity and accurate representation. Check out the website she started: http://www.thetransisbeautiful.com