Elevate Your Brand with Zestful Productions
Creativity Gets Personal
Zestful Productions — Bold, Playful & Extra. Whether you're here for the books, the designs, or the creative services—welcome. You’re in the right place.
Rayna Jo Zest is the creative pen name of Sonja Yantzer, Founder and Owner of Zestful Productions. A mash-up of her real name, it captures both who she is and the vibrant energy she brings to everything she creates.
Raised in the wide-open spaces of North Dakota, Sonja is a storyteller, mother of four, and dreamer at heart. She comes from a family that valued creativity, community, and good old-fashioned hustle. Whether it’s books, branding, or big ideas, her work is powered by a fusion of design skills, marketing smarts, and the lived experience of motherhood and small-town roots.
Here’s how it all began…
What began as a creative outlet sparked something bigger. Rayna Jo Zest’s debut children’s book Oliver the Owl: The Culinary Pro lit a fire. Rayna—a name that means “queen”—quickly became a vibrant persona, and Zestful Productions evolved into a full-blown creative brand.
Today, Rayna is the voice behind the book series and the playful personality woven into every project. Zestful Productions is where all of it comes to life—from bold designs and head-turning merch to custom services and content creation.
With a leadership background in sales, marketing and talent acquisition, Sonja brings years of business expertise to the table. From real estate to retail, she’s helped brands grow through sharp messaging, smart design, and intentional strategy.
Locally, she’s known as a marketing consultant and creative go-to. That crown she wears? It’s a nod to her confidence, playful spirit and expressive style. Extra? Maybe. But ordinary was never the goal.
This is Zestful Productions: where vision meets personality—and creativity is Bold, Playful & Extra.
Zestful Productions: What we do
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A: Zestful Productions offers a range of creative services, including video production, photography, graphic design, social media management, and small business marketing. We’re here to help bring your creative ideas to life!
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A: Yes! We offer custom merchandise design and production services, perfect for promoting your business, event, or brand. From t-shirts to promotional items, we can create eye-catching designs that leave a lasting impression.
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A: From custom invitations and themed decor to event photography and highlight reels, we’ve got everything you need to add that extra spark to your event. Let’s brainstorm some fun ideas together and create an unforgettable experience for you and your guests!
ready when you are
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A: Yes! Many of our services can be provided remotely, making it easy to collaborate no matter where you’re located.
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A: Absolutely! We offer consultations to discuss your creative ideas and how Zestful Productions can assist. Reach out to schedule a time that works for you.
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A: You can contact us through the website to discuss your project needs. We’ll work with you to create a customized plan that fits your vision.
Let’s Connect.
Every great project starts with a spark of inspiration. Whether you're looking to launch a project, turn a passion into something more, or share a creative idea with the world, Zestful Productions is here to help you bring your vision to life. How you tell your story matters, and together, we can make sure it shines.