Master of Design (MDes) in Strategic Foresight and Innovation, studied engineering at Ferdowsi University, mathematics at the University of Guelph, film at Ryerson University and strategic foresight and innovation at OCAD University.
Main Academic and Research Interests
Internationalization of Higher Education (Thesis: Internationalizing a Master of Design Program in Strategic Foresight and Innovation)
Research Methods in Strategic Foresight
Systems Design
Strategic Development in High-budget Motion Picture Production
Affiliations
OCAD University
Architecture and strategic development of digital media and communication since 2007, following seven years at the University of Guelph as analyst.
Strategic Development
New media services and senior advisory in areas of strategic communication, digital productions and online technologies to educational institutions, non-profits, social and cultural organizations, including:
- University of Waterloo (2006-2010)
- University of Guelph (2007-2009)
- Social Innovation Generation (2008-2010) - a collaborative partnership between the J.W. McConnell Family Foundation, University of Waterloo, MaRS Discovery District and PLAN Institute
- Strategic Innovation Lab (2009-2010)
Film and Digital Media
Creator, co-writer and co-producer of Craft of Cinematography, a comprehensive educational series, teaching the craft and theory of cinematography, aimed at students and professionals aspiring to become proficient in cinematography.