ABOUT

Behind The Scenes: Craig's Story

I've spent over 15 years turning raw footage into stories that matter. What started as a fascination with how a single frame can change everything has evolved into a career built on precision, creativity, and an obsession with the perfect cut.

From high energy commercials that stop you mid scroll to long form content that keeps viewers hooked for 20 minutes, I approach every project with the same philosophy: every frame should earn its place.

I've edited for brands, creators, and agencies who needed someone who understands that editing isn't just technical, it's emotional. It's knowing when to hold a shot for three more frames or when to cut half a second earlier to create tension.

Based in New York, I work with clients globally who value craft, speed, and a relentless commitment to delivering work that doesn't just meet deadlines, it exceeds expectations.

Craig Brasen
500+
Projects Cut
15
Years Experience
100+
Brands Served

WHO I AM

Beyond the timeline

POSITIVE ENERGY
Optimism drives solutions
TRUE COLLABORATOR
Your vision, amplified
OUTSIDE THE BOX
Fresh perspectives
DETAIL OBSESSED
Every frame matters
DEADLINE DRIVEN
On time, every time
PROBLEM SOLVER
Solutions over excuses

My Philosophy

Great editing is invisible until it's not. The best cuts make you feel something before you realize what happened. I believe in serving the story, respecting the deadline, and pushing creative boundaries, in that order.

624 allnighters taught me that the difference between good and great is often found at 3 AM when most people have gone home.

Every project is a collaboration. Your vision becomes my obsession. I don't just cut footage, I shape emotion, build tension, and create moments that stick with viewers long after they hit pause.

Speed doesn't mean rushing. Precision doesn't mean slow. After 15 years, I've learned how to deliver both without compromise.

The magic happens in the details: a frame held two beats longer, a transition that feels invisible, an audio cut that makes the picture breathe. That's where stories come alive.

How I Work

01

Deep Dive

I start every project by understanding your goals, audience, and what success looks like. No cookie cutter approaches.

02

Assembly & Structure

Building the foundation, finding the story's spine and establishing rhythm and pacing that serves your message.

03

Refinement

Where the magic happens. Tightening cuts, adjusting timing, adding motion graphics, color grading, and sound design.

04

Delivery

On time, every time. Optimized for your platform, ready to publish, with revisions handled swiftly.

Tools & Software

Adobe Premiere Avid Media Composer Adobe After Effects Illustrator Photoshop Media Encoder Frame.io

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