Karas's resume primarily consists of directing live telecasts and stand-up comedy specials.
In recent years he moved on to directing episodic television, directing episodes of Parks and Recreation, Raising Hope, Awkward, The Fosters, Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Workaholics.
[3] Karas's episode of Dice was one of The Hollywood Reporter's "Critics' Picks: The 15 Best TV Episodes of 2016"[4] and Teachers made Vanity Fair's "5 Underrated TV Shows You Should Watch Right Now".
He attended Bloomfield High School and graduated from the University of Southern California.
Karas has directed spots for brands including Ford, Target, Coke Zero, and Fandango, as well campaigns for ABC, Disney, E!, A&E, and TBS, including Conan's launch campaigns and the viral "Desk Wash" spot.