Alex Vickery-Howe

Dr Alex Vickery-Howe is a Senior Lecturer at Flinders University's College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences, specializing in Creative Writing, Screenwriting, and Drama. He holds a PhD and teaches topics such as Writing for Performance, The Fantastic, and Theatre in Context.

• Teaching Interests: Narrative, Fantasy, Ideology, Environmentalism, Mystery Stories, Speculative Fiction
• Research Focus: Film and Television, New Media, Political Storytelling, Intercultural Theatre, Myth and Fantasy

His creative works include the plays Out of the Ordinary and Watchlist, and he has written and directed short films. He combines political critique with speculative narratives in his editorials for Independent Australia, addressing themes like populism and media dynamics.

Scientific Awards:

• 2021 Ruby Award (Decameron 2.0)
• 2019 Global Film Festival (Best Comedy)
• 2018 Excellence in Teaching Award (College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences)
• 2017 Arts SA New Writing Grant
• Multiple Screenwriting Awards (2024-2023)