CARL FRANZEN

writer / editor / ai strategist

Smart media operator. Builder of news things. Covers AI, media, and the internet.

I’m Carl Franzen — an award‑winning editor, writer, and AI strategist focused on science and technology. I’ve launched and led digital media initiatives across major publications and tech companies.

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Work Highlights

AI is the sixth great revolution in filmmaking — and maybe the most important

Thought leadership on how and why AI video generators are among the most important innovations in cinema history.

VentureBeat ↗

3D Printing Is Going To Space

Reported feature on space‑based manufacturing and emerging materials technology.

Medium ↗

Want a new EV? Retrofit your old gas‑guzzler

Reported article on firms dedicated to electrification of vintage and classic cars.

Lyft ↗

You might find your next home on Amazon

Thought leadership on prefab modular homes and e‑commerce real estate disruption.

Quartz ↗

Strange Days: The Future of Facebook and Oculus Virtual Reality

Essay on the intersection of virtual reality and social networking.

Essay ↗

How The Web Killed SOPA and PIPA

Deeply reported investigation on the online movement — and its industry backers — that stopped overbroad copyright legislation.

Talking Points Memo ↗

Projects

Prompt Scene

Profiles of AI artists and tools—short, punchy, well‑sourced.

The One Big Story

Top story in under a minute, with deeper paths when you want them.

Awards & Honors

AI Videos

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Fiction

The Perfect Porn

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Brain Freeze

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