Ben Garchar is a multifaceted creative professional with a dual role as a director and editor, showcasing his versatility in both the documentary and fiction realms. As an editor, he has had the privilege of collaborating with a diverse range of filmmakers, including both first-time directors and Academy Award-winning artists, on projects that have premiered at esteemed film festivals such as the Sundance Film Festival, Tribeca Film Festival, Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival, Full Frame Documentary Film Festival, and BAMcinemaFest.
In his capacity as a director, Garchar has garnered recognition for his award-winning short films, which have garnered international attention and been showcased at prominent festivals like the Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival, Sheffield DocFest, Raindance Film Festival, DC Shorts Film Festival, and BAMcinemaFest.