Kari Harris is a creative brand strategist with deep roots in the international ballroom community. He scales the viral potential of emerging artists and leads the production of advertorials, TV/web series, and social content that center culture, documentary, and entertainment.
His work is rooted in reverence for community building, with a clear intent to preserve integrity in narrative.
His strategies often avoid traditional product placement, instead platforming premium yet unconventional content that connects authentically with audiences.
Kari began his career as a NYC Civic Engagement Officer, supporting more than 30 nonprofits leading anti-violence and restorative health programs. His decision to later pursue media was shaped through studies in political media and journalism at Columbia University. Since then, he has advised and contributed to platforms representing culture’s most influential players, including A24 Films, Interscope Records, Warner Music Group, VCCP North America, PAPER Magazine, OTA Entertainment, TENz Magazine, Fang NYC, Telfar, K.NGSLEY, and more.
Currently, he is deepening his craft in cinematography and editing, while also exploring musical theatre production as an extension of his creative practice.
Kari lives in Brooklyn with his partner and dog Hermes. Outside of work, he enjoys history podcasts, movies, weightlifting, and dancing.