I’m Dustin Karrer, an Emmy-winning video editor and producer with more than 15 years of experience in film, television, and multimedia production. I excel at shaping creative vision and delivering compelling storytelling through editing, production, and post-production, while thriving under tight deadlines and collaborating with diverse teams. I’m passionate about mentoring teams, developing strong messaging, and delivering high-quality content that supports strategic goals. Throughout my career I’ve led shoots, developed story concepts, and built productive relationships with educational and corporate partners. I thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy guiding both creative and technical teams, and am dedicated to delivering content that resonates with audiences and meets business objectives.

Dustin Karrer

I’m Dustin Karrer, an Emmy-winning video editor and producer with more than 15 years of experience in film, television, and multimedia production. I excel at shaping creative vision and delivering compelling storytelling through editing, production, and post-production, while thriving under tight deadlines and collaborating with diverse teams. I’m passionate about mentoring teams, developing strong messaging, and delivering high-quality content that supports strategic goals. Throughout my career I’ve led shoots, developed story concepts, and built productive relationships with educational and corporate partners. I thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy guiding both creative and technical teams, and am dedicated to delivering content that resonates with audiences and meets business objectives.

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I’m Dustin Karrer, an Emmy-winning video editor and producer with more than 15 years of experience in film, television, and multimedia production. I excel at shaping creative vision and delivering compelling storytelling through editing, production, and post-production, while thriving under tight deadlines and collaborating with diverse teams. I’m passionate about mentoring teams, developing strong messaging, and delivering high-quality content that supports strategic goals.

Throughout my career I’ve led shoots, developed story concepts, and built productive relationships with educational and corporate partners. I thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy guiding both creative and technical teams, and am dedicated to delivering content that resonates with audiences and meets business objectives.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Video Producer at etrailer.com
October 1, 2012 - Present
Edit product installation and demonstration videos daily; shoot product installation and demonstration footage; produce and edit additional special and theme videos; co-created the Vendor Video program responsible for $600,000 in revenue in the first 6 months.
Freelance Video Editor at The Nine Network
April 1, 2009 - July 1, 2011
Responsible for editing and motion graphics; edits show segments and packages; editor for “Innovations Presents: Mind Sport” series and “Weaving Musical Traditions” documentaries; Associate Producer / Editor recognized with 2019 Mid-American Emmy Award, Best Historical / Cultural Feature Segment; produced and edited video segments for KETC's online initiatives and corporate partners; hired and trained instructors for KETC's Final Cut Express editing course; oversaw technical support for Final Cut editing classroom.
Freelance Video Editor at The Higher Education Channel (HEC TV)
July 1, 2011 - Present
Produce and edit video segments for educational programming and related productions.
Director of National and International Production Development at Iowa Department of Human Services
May 1, 2003 - June 1, 2008
Edited documentary film and series trailers; worked with national and international producers to secure documentary funding; managed a database of documentary proposals.
Management Analyst II at Iowa Department of Human Services
March 1, 2001 - May 1, 2003
Managed a database of over 5,000 mental health consumers; led IT support for over 200 staff members; supervised 3 IT staff members; created daily reports for management.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies at Iowa State University
January 11, 2030 - March 24, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Professional Services, Software & Internet