Hi, I’m Drysen.
I help brands make superfans
I’m available
(and take bribes)
Hi, I'm Drysen—an entrepreneur who's been working in video, animation, and marketing since 2008.
Over the years, I've worked on TV shows, documentaries, and online marketing campaigns, picking up more than just a few tricks along the way. But my real superpower? Being a kickass resource who's easy to work with and determined to do a damn good job.
So, if you're looking for a freelancer to produce a video, keep your team organized, identify the missing gaps in your brand's customer experience journey, or you need a small batch of physical products created, my design & techincal skills are here as a resource.
These are the things I do for money:
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After Effects and I go way back, though I’ve been known to flirt with Cinema4D from time to time.
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I know my way around a camera, lighting, and Adobe Premiere. With four TV shows under belt and hundreds of commercials - I’m no stranger to video production.
From script to final export, I can be a precision resource for your team or handle the entire project from scratch. -
Since the early days of my wedding & events company, focusing on how people feel has been the focus of my career.
From identifying your customer’s moments of frustration, to the content needed to build trust - I help design the content systems for a better brand experience. -
Making sure a project stays on track, having hard and ensuring an artist has everything they need to accomplish the job with minimal down time: That’s a superpower, and it’s one I’ve been honing since 2008.
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I’m certified to commercially fly drones. Need a kick-ass shot, or a tower inspected? Let’s chat.
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My mom once told me I have a face for radio. Luckily, I have a voice to match.
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I’ve helped launch a few podcasts over my career. From consulting on how to get started, to filming/record, and editing - I’ve got the skills to help you succeed.
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After a decade as a wedding DJ, I’ve honed some public speaking skills. I’ve since been the emcee for conferences, lead panel discussions, guest hosted/spoken on podcasts, lead workshops, and more.
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I have a massive mobile digital billboard for rent. We call it The BigTV. Perfect for OOH advertising or tailgating parties.
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You might think that with all my skills in video and marketing, custom physical projects would seem a bit random, right?
Believe it or not, my video, design, and marketing skills somehow led me to make physical stuff. From teaming up with artist friends to create limited-release product drops, to creating small batch client gifts - As it turns out, bringing digital designs into the real world wasn't as random as it sounds.
Evidence of Competence
This isn’t luck—Our success together is the result of a proven process mixed with drive and determination to do the best job I can. Here’s the proof I’m not making this stuff up.
Motion Design
A solid 2D animator in After Effects with a dash of Cinema 4D magic and even some frame-by-frame flair when things need to stand out. From global campaigns to scrappy startups, I’ve done it all—and I’m here to help bring your ideas to life.
Videography
With four TV shows and hundreds of commercials under my belt, I know my way around a camera, set, and edit bay. Super organized, a self-starter, and ready to handle everything from script to final export.
Logos To Impress My Mom
Apex Mobile Video Board
Need content? Done. Delivery & setup? Easy. Mics, music, speakers? Handled.
I’ll bring The BigTV and take care of the details, so you can take a break from stressing about your event.
You’re welcome.
“That’s Freakin’ Cool.”
Hands down, that’s the most common phrase I hear when The BigTV rolls up.
With my background in events, design and video production, investing in this massive screen just made sense. Whether it’s for non-profit events, concerts, BBQ tailgates, sales events, or bringing a community together for movie night, it’s the ultimate way to help my clients’ videos get the attention they deserve.
And yeah, it’s pretty freakin’ cool.
Rentals Starting at just $1,000.
Social Proof
Sincerely, my goal is to make your life easier. I strive to be fun to work with, easy to talk to, full of ideas, and I actually listen. From keeping things organized to making sure your project shines, I’m here to make the process smooth and—dare I say—fun.
But don’t just take my word for it. Here’s what others have to say.
“Drysen surprises me with how good he is at so many things. He's a visionary to the core, but backs up his creative ideas with fast action and intention. He has a fierce drive to succeed, but always makes time to share knowledge with others. His ability to communicate clearly AND listen intently is inspiring. The moment you are able to experience speaking with him, you'll know what I'm talking about. I highly recommend working with him in any capacity.”
— Amanda Russell, Cream Studio
I met Drysen in the foothills of Colorado where he was the emcee & host for a series of interviews at Camp Mograph. We met moments before hitting the stage but I immediately felt as if I’ve known him for long while. He is an exceptional interviewer, making you feel at ease, pushing for deep insights and able to keep the audience engaged with moments of laughter followed by a surprising moment of awe. It felt like I was talking to friend I’ve known since high school and the stories just flowed with a fun back and forth. He’s got that interviewer / story super power of being well prepared, asking insightful questions and able to pull compelling stories with ease. He did this with all the other interviews at the event too.
— David Levine, NASA JPL
Drysen was fantastic to work with. Always had a positive attitude and was very collaborative throughout the entire project. He did beautiful work and was willing to make updates as needed. His positive, can-do attitude didn't waver when we had a major change order and he was recovering from feeling ill. I appreciated his work ethic, responsiveness, and attention to detail. I highly recommend working with Drysen on your next project.”
— Amanda Fulda, Fulda Studios
“Drysen is a great video editor & animator. We collaborated together on a long-form branded product video on a tight timeline. Drysen is super organized and an excellent communicator. He takes great direction and provides creative solutions. As a producer, he is exactly what I'm looking for when sourcing freelance motion designers!”
— Ilyssa Schwartz, Clutch Studios
Drysen is a great guy who knows how to make a guest feel welcome and deeply appreciated for their time and talents. As a producer he did an insane amount of research and asked very smart, granular questions. After the interview went live I got many notes from people who already know me, that said "Wow, I didn't realize XYZ about your journey." And, I had many new folks reach out, saying compelling my story was.
I love how curious Drysen is... It shows in his work and the content he puts out into the world.
A+ person!
— Erin Sarofsky, Sarofsky
“So far we have hired Drysen for two projects … and we couldn’t be happier with the results. In both projects, he listened to our needs and understood the problems we wanted to solve while providing high-quality feedback that helped us realize a better vision... His work gave our brand movement and personality and he is very fun to work with!”
— Ben Brick, The Good Kids Branding Agency
Drysen Carsten is immersed in not just his craft, but solving bigger problems better. Drysen cares passionately about the project beyond his tangible contributions. He seeks to understand how each task, stepping stone, and detail fits into a larger picture. With proper timelines and planning, Drysen is good at conceptualizing large asks and asking detailed questions before the work even begins. Drysen’s mind explores many avenues behind the scenes before coming to a conclusion and passionately presenting his positions. He especially works well with others who can think about how details contribute to larger visions, are able to demonstrate their consideration for how Drysen can contribute to a solution beyond task execution, and are willing to involve him in the overall problem solving process.
— Miranda M. Basye
Drysen was amazing to work with. I had posted about needing to find speakers for my Summit, and he said he was interested.
I told him the topics I wanted to be covered for the 7-Figure Success Secrets Summit, and he had no problem getting vulnerable to share his experiences of the business he ran from High School and ended up selling.
His presentation shared the mistakes he made and the journey he took to improve, and how he learnt the customer's journey was more important than his own and when he changed his focus, the reviews and quality of his business improved.
He was very entertaining, with a great cadence and humour. He was also very open and responsive when I requested information from him. He even sent the presentation beforehand, which allowed me to prepare and know how to support him with questions or the introduction.
I would 100% work with him again to learn, grow, and support others. If you are thinking about having him join your podcast, event, or conference. It would be a huge Yes!
