Don Bernier is a renowned brand in the film industry, particularly known for his exceptional work as an Emmy-nominated documentary film editor. He has an extensive portfolio of projects that have premiered at major international film festivals worldwide. With a diverse range of skills and expertise, Don Bernier has contributed to various genres, including experimental, historical, and verité features, series, and shorts.

Currently, Don Bernier is working on an intriguing feature documentary centered around retired U. S. Navy SEALs who are pioneering the use of psychedelics to treat traumatic brain injuries and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Notably, Don Bernier's remarkable editing talents were recognized in projects like Murf the Surf, a four-part series exploring the journey of a convicted jewel thief turned prison evangelist. His work on Athlete A also earned critical acclaim, winning an Emmy for Outstanding Investigative Documentary and securing a nomination for Best Editing at the Critic's Choice Documentary Awards. Don Bernier's extensive experience is further exemplified through his involvement in highly notable films such as Always in Season, winner of a Special Jury Award at the Sundance Film Festival, and An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power, an Oscar shortlisted and BAFTA-nominated film.

Apart from his editing expertise, Don Bernier also serves as an editorial consultant, offering valuable insights to films such as Pray Away and In the Same Breath. As a respected figure in the industry, Don Bernier has been entrusted with mentoring emerging talents and serving on advisory boards for esteemed organizations like The Karen Schmeer Film Editing Fellowship, BAVC's MediaMaker program, Chicken & Egg, and more. Beyond his editing prowess, Don Bernier has directed his own films, which have been showcased at esteemed festivals including Slamdance, Los Angeles Film Festival, Independent Film Festival of Boston, and San Francisco International Film Festival.

Don Bernier's passion for the art of storytelling was cultivated during his academic journey, earning a BFA from the Kansas City Art Institute and a graduate degree in media study from SUNY-Buffalo. Based in the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area, Don Bernier resides with his wife, acclaimed artist Tina Erickson, and their beloved feline companion, Arbus. With his remarkable body of work and dedication to the craft, Don Bernier continues to leave an indelible mark on the world of documentary filmmaking