Dustin Foster Email & Phone Number

Michigan, United States

Dustin Foster, Director and Co-Founder of Chop & Hue, is renowned for his extensive background as a creative editor, with multiple awards testifying to his exceptional talent. His expertise extends beyond direction and production, deeply rooted in his experience as a creative editor. This experience has been instrumental in shaping his unique approach to crafting brand stories and digital content, alongside his already successful advertising campaigns. Dustin's focus on lifestyle directing has significantly inspired his work, enabling him to create content that is not just visually captivating, but also emotionally resonant and relatable. This combination of editing mastery and lifestyle-focused direction contributes significantly to the distinctiveness of Chop & Hue, positioning it as a leading force in delivering engaging, impactful, and relatable brand narratives.

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Director / Editor on C&H’s roster. Chop & Hue is an integrated production company and creative collective with an amazing roster of talent. We’re a versatile and talented group of creatives delivering award winning work for small footprint productions to full scale projects.

Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

Adjunct Faculty / Professor for CFV 227 Digital Media Lab. A blend of software and theory to better understand the editing process.

Part of collaborative team I was Creative Editor and Director for specific projects. I was heavily involved in every project; from concept to completed vision. Director of broadcast, corporate and digital content. Lead creative editor for more than 80% of clients.

With more than 120 academic programs and nearly 12,500 students, Columbia College Chicago is the largest and most diverse private arts and media college in the nation.Adjunct Professor in the Film Department emphasis on Editing (theory and technical) and Digital workflow.

Resolution Digital Studios was a state-of-the-art production and post-production facility located in Chicago. This 32,000 sq. ft. facility was fully equipped with high definition technology, versatile shooting and event spaces. As Lead Editor, I oversaw every project offline and online. I worked closely with producers, directors and other artist to exceed clients needs and deliver on time. I was involved in brainstorming, creative conception and pitching to agencies and potential clients.Clients: Discovery (for Travel Channel), Element 79, Draft FCB, Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Earn Your Stripes Campaign, commonground marketing, Starcom Worldwide, Leo Burnett, Arc, Beverly Ridge Pictures, MillerCoors, Case, Harris Bank, Weber, Sesame Street, Blue Rider Pictures.

Post Effects was one of the most widely recognized television production, post-production and special effects facilities around.It pioneered many new uses of video technology, particularly in the fields of interactive media, video game development, and High Definition post production. Clients I was privileged to work with included: Discovery Channel (for Travel Channel), HGTV, A&E, Bill Kurtis Productions, Jewel Osco, David Axelrod and Associates, Spiffy Pictures (for Nick Jr.).

B.S, Film And Video

Activities and Societies: T.A Film/Video New Media 02'-03' Improvisational Acting Club 2003 Film Grant Winner for Senior Thesis.

High School Diploma, Long Division And Nintendo

Activities and Societies: 1999 Class President 1998 Class Treasurer Drama Club