Music Producer, DJ & Multimedia Storyteller; Host & Series Producer of NPR Music's "Tiny Desk Concerts"; Webby Award Winner

Washington, DC, USA
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Bobby Carter Biography

Bobby Carter is a music producer, DJ, multimedia storyteller, and the host and series producer of NPR Music's "Tiny Desk Concerts," a video series featuring intimate live performances from both established and emerging artists recorded at NPR's headquarters in Washington, D.C. Carter began his career with NPR as a DJ for member station WJSU in Jackson, Mississippi. After graduating from Jackson State University, he moved to Washington, D.C., to become the first intern for the web music program "All Songs Considered." He joined NPR as an intern with the digital media team and later worked as a digital media engineer. Following the launch of NPR Music, Carter contributed by writing year-end music roundups and producing "Tiny Desk Concerts," eventually transitioning to a full-time producer role for NPR Music.

Carter produced his first "Tiny Desk Concert" in 2014, focusing on the intersection of music, technology, and audience engagement. Under the guidance of co-creator Bob Boilen, Carter expanded the series' musical diversity to include hip-hop, R&B, and punk rock, genres not traditionally associated with NPR. He facilitated performances by artists such as Usher, Mac Miller, Noname, Anderson .Paak, and H.E.R., helping to broaden the reach and appeal of the series. Carter's approach contributed to "Tiny Desk Concerts" attracting a younger and more diverse audience.

During the pandemic, Carter and the NPR Music team developed the "Tiny Desk (Home) Concerts" series, featuring artists like Kirk Franklin, Tame Impala, Tems, Jazmine Sullivan, and C. Tangana. This adaptation fostered a sense of community among viewers and highlighted the significance of music as a cultural connector. Carter also led initiatives to celebrate Black Music Month, LatinX Heritage Month, Asian American/Pacific Islander Month, and Indigenous People Month through multi-platform programming.

"Tiny Desk Concerts" averages 40 million views per month on YouTube and has expanded internationally to Korea and Japan. Carter has contributed to NPR Music's growth, earning multiple Webby Awards, an Anthem Award, and a BET Hip Hop Award nomination. He is also a music writer, a judge for the Tiny Desk Contest, and performs as DJ Cuzzin B. Carter has served as Clifford Family Innovator in Residence at Colgate University, using examples from "Tiny Desk Concerts" to illustrate themes of authenticity, intimacy, connection, discovery, and individuality. Carter's progression from intern to a leading figure in public radio underscores his dedication to music production, digital storytelling, and amplifying diverse voices in the music industry.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 11/12/2026.

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    Bobby Carter is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Creativity, Host & Emcee, Music
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