Jason Drake

After studying acoustical engineering at Purdue University for two years, Jason came to his senses (as he would describe it), and transferred to Indiana University to finish his undergrad with a degree in design and production.

He landed his first job with a local video production company. There, Jason worked with a wide variety of organizations to craft video stories that create an emotional connection with viewers. In 2011, Jason started an online video project with his friend, J.D. Schuyler, called Craftedspoon – promoting Indiana's local food scene through video stories.

With over four years of experience, Jason brings skills in video production, visual storytelling, motion graphics, and web design and development to the TrendyMinds team. As Video Producer, Jason heads up the video production department – shooting, editing and producing video for a variety of clients.

In his free time, Jason can be found spending time with his wife, Wendy, and their son, Dylan. He also enjoys playing street hockey, soccer, flag football, or any other sport he can join.

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Q+A

You're given an unlimited amount of money and freedom from the law for 24 hours. What do you do?

In order to accomplish the most with the money and time, I would selfishly invest it all in Indianapolis. I would ask for project proposals that would improve our city, and then I would fund the most brilliant and innovative. I would want to help improve and build on what we are already working toward, and set up a sustainable infrastructure that would allow our city to become a leader in areas such as local food, education, public transportation and the arts. Finally, I would buy and organize a trip for my entire family and extended family for a fun week together at a later date.

What is your favorite part of your job?

I love connecting with people and hearing their stories, and then capturing and telling those stories through video.

What's the weirdest thing about you?

I do a lot of weird things while I'm driving, whether it be singing female vocals at the top of my lungs, squealing rip-roaring guitar solos, dancing to heavy beats, or even creating my own dubstep tracks with my voice. Trust me, I'm not good at any of it. It's weird.

Your house is on fire and you can only grab 3 things. (Your pets, friends and family are safe.) What do you take?

Honestly, I would just let it all burn. I think I would feel a sense of freedom to be rid of all possessions for a little while. Any photos or videos I would want are saved online anyhow.

What would your super power be?

I would be able to fly, and fly so fast that I could time travel. It would be cool to see the earth throughout all of its years... while flying!

Who would play you in a movie?

If I had my way, it would be Arnold Schwarzenegger a la Mr. Freeze from Batman & Robin. Brilliant one-liners...

Name one thing that's on your bucket list?

I would love to backpack at least part of the Appalachian Trail with my wife and kids. We only have one kid right now, so this would be when we have more and when they are old enough to enjoy it.

Where do you go to find peace and quiet?

My bike and my garden are the most relaxing and energizing places for me to be.

If you were forced to move to another city, where would you live and why?

My wife and I would live in Denver, Colorado. We already have a lot of good friends there and also some family nearby. And the mountains are pretty amazing, too.

What would you win an Olympic medal for?

Ice Hockey. Best sport ever.