Krestin Harrington

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I am a versatile media professional with more than twenty years of experience across multimedia journalism, video editing, live event moderation, and strategic communications.

About

I am a versatile media professional with more than twenty years of experience across multimedia journalism, video editing, live event moderation, and strategic communications. I craft compelling content, manage digital production, and bridge cultures to engage global audiences.

I have led international conferences and moderated high-profile panels, produced and moderated broadcasts for Deutsche Welle and other networks, and driven media strategies that connect organizations with audiences around the world. I thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy turning complex topics into clear, engaging stories that deliver measurable results.

  • Joined December 2025

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • GermanAdvanced

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Telecommunications
  • Professional Services

More experts in Berlin, Germany

Projects · 1

Work experience· 13 roles

Media Strategy Consultant · Detroit Tigers, Major League Baseball (MLB)Jan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Provided expert media strategy and implementation for round-the-clock broadcasting initiatives; advised on communications and fan engagement.

Media Consultant · Detroit Tigers, Major League Baseball (MLB)Jan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Provided expert media strategy and consulting; advised on communications and broadcasting initiatives for MLB team.

Video Editor, Journalist & International Broadcast Producer · Deutsche Welle (DW)Jan 2015 – Jan 2025 · 10 yrs 1 mo

Versatile role producing international broadcasts, editing video, moderating international conferences and panels; drafted press releases for foreign partners and managed audience acquisition for DW's Asia and Africa markets; founded the YouTube channel 'DW Kick Off' (2016); moderated sports and news programming and contributed to DW's international coverage.

Editor, Journalist, Producer · Deutsche Welle (DW)Jan 2015 – Jan 2025 · 10 yrs 1 mo
Video Editor, Journalist, and Producer · Deutsche Welle (DW)Jan 2015 – Jan 2025 · 10 yrs 1 mo
Editor, Journalist, Host and Premium Contributor · Deutsche Welle (DW)Jan 2015 – Jan 2025 · 10 yrs 1 mo
Moderator · DataxisJan 2010 – Jan 2015 · 5 yrs 1 mo
Sports Director and Anchor · American Forces Network (AFN) / ABC AffiliatesJan 2005 – Jan 2008 · 3 yrs 1 mo

Education

Bachelor of Arts in PR Communications · Georgia State University2030 – 2026
VJ training and CMS training · DW (Deutsche Welle)2030 – 2026

Certifications and awards· 14

Associated Press (AP) Award for Sports Reporting2002 – 2025
World Media Festivals - Intermediate Global Silver Award2021 – 2025
Accolade Winner - Award of Excellence, German Hooligans2017 – 2025
Broadcast Journalist of the Year (American Forces Network)2002 – 2025

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