Imitates life
Imitates Life is a podcast where creative professionals share honest conversations about their process, purpose, and the personal journeys behind their work. Hosted by filmmaker Tripp F., it’s a look at how creativity imitates life—and how life shapes the work.
Imitates life
Nasson Carrillo
đź“ş Show Summary
In this episode of Imitates Life, filmmaker and visual storyteller Nasson Carrillo opens up about the growing pains of being creative in public. From discovering his love for documenting travel to navigating the blurred lines between commercial work and personal storytelling, Nasson shares how he finds meaning behind the lens. Whether you’re trying to figure out your niche or redefine your “why,” this conversation digs deep into creativity as identity, process, and purpose.
👤 Guest Bio – Nasson Carrillo
Nasson Carrillo (aka @FreeMason on Instagram) is a multidisciplinary filmmaker, editor, and visual storyteller based in Arizona. A creative since childhood, Nasson blends introspective moments with cinematic style, building work that’s both expressive and intentional. He’s known for turning personal memories into emotional narratives—and elevating everyday visuals into something enduring.
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- Instagram:@freenasson
đź“ť Show Notes
- 00:00:00 – Intro: Who is Nasson, and what’s “FreeMason”?
- 00:01:00 – The importance of showing up and learning from scratch
- 00:15:00 – Finding personal meaning in video work
- 00:16:30 – From photo to video: filming trips for personal memory
- 00:19:30 – Wrestling with purpose: filmmaker, commercial artist, or PSA creator?
- 00:29:00 – Breaking out of creative autopilot
- 00:30:30 – Choosing emotional music over expected soundtracks
- 00:42:00 – Commercial art as gallery: pitching Hilton with ambient visuals
- 00:44:00 – Defining himself: just an artist, in every sense
