The Work.
A curated set of on-camera work, panel moderation, and press coverage. New stories added as they air.
On camera. In the room.
The Vice President on Supporting Black Men
Justin hosted Vice President Kamala Harris in a sit-down on her economic plan and the issues moving the next chapter of American leadership.
HIV, Stigma, and Mental Health in Black Communities
Justin moderated the ViiV Healthcare panel at NABJ with Tamar Braxton, Yolo Akili Robinson, Bianca Ordoñez, and Dr. Alftan Dyson.
An Emmy-Winning Investigation
The reporting series that won a Mid-America Emmy, an Edward R. Murrow Award, and an Associated Press Award.
116 episodes. 457M views. One host.
The flagship investigative franchise Justin hosts and produces for The Shade Room. 18% YoY audience growth, 8.2M-view Warner Bros. branded special.
How a Cultural Outlet Covered an Election
Featured in The Washington Post's coverage of how The Shade Room expanded into political reporting. Justin's on-camera interviews anchored the cycle.
"Black Folks Need to Talk About This"
POZ Magazine coverage of the conversation Justin moderated with Tamar Braxton on HIV awareness and mental health.
Full video reel in production. New cuts added as they're cleared for release.
Featured & covered.
The Simple Reason Kamala Harris Is on The Shade Room
Justin Carter named as the sit-down host for Vice President Kamala Harris's interview on her plan to support Black men.
How The Shade Room Is Approaching Politics
Coverage of TSR's expansion into political reporting and the team behind it.
Yes, HIV Is Still an Epidemic in 2025
Justin moderated the ViiV Healthcare panel "Breaking the Silence" at NABJ with Tamar Braxton, Yolo Akili Robinson, Bianca Ordoñez, and Dr. Alftan Dyson.
Tamar Braxton Wants Black Folks to Talk HIV & Mental Health
Coverage of the NABJ ViiV Healthcare panel moderated by Justin.
The Shade Room Invests Beyond Instagram and Hires for Investigations
Reporting on TSR's investigative journalism expansion. Justin among the hires shaping the new direction.
This Journalist Alum Brought Home an Emmy
Profile feature on Justin's Mid-America Emmy for "Project Illinois: Justice for Ta'naja," which also won an Edward R. Murrow Award and an Associated Press Award.
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The official press kit includes Justin's full bio at three lengths, awards and recognition, notable interviews, and approved headshots. Bundled with the PDF: three high-resolution headshots and the Justin Carter logo files (SVG and PDF, ready for any size).
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