Joel Abrams

Joel Abrams is a Lecturer at San José State University (SJSU) in the TV, Radio, Film & Theater department. He has been teaching since 1998, specializing in audio production, radio/television programming, and digital media. His courses include RTVF 20 (Beginning Audio) and RTVF 120 (Intermediate Audio). He holds a B.A. from CSU-San Francisco (1978) and an M.A. in Theater Arts from SJSU (2014).

His research focuses on digital media strategies used by radio stations targeting young adults. Beyond academia, Abrams has over 27 years of broadcasting experience, including roles as Production Director at KBLX-FM in San Francisco, where he produced commercials, promos, and on-air content. He is also a legacy board member of the San Francisco local of SAG/AFTRA.