Mike Ananny, PhD

I study the institutional creation, sociotechnical dynamics, and political power of the digital media technologies that shape journalism and public life.

Associate Professor of Communication & Journalism
USC Annenberg School for Communication & Journalism

Associate Professor of Cinematic Arts (by courtesy)
Media Arts + Practice, USC School of Cinematic Arts

Faculty Co-Director

• Media As SocioTechnical Systems (MASTS)

• AI for Media & Storytelling (AIMS)

• USC Center on Generative AI & Society

Faculty Affiliate
USC Center on Science, Technology, & Public Life

Expert Advisor to the Minister (2024)
Department of Heritage, Canada

Past Co-Principal Investigator
Knowing Machines

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