Michael Clarke

Michael Clarke is a Professor at the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University, where he has been an integral part of the academic community since 2009. He currently teaches courses such as Content Management, Development, and Innovation, AI for Media Professionals, and the Advanced Media Management Capstone. Previously, he served as an Adjunct Professor at the School of Information Studies, contributing to courses like Digital Strategy and Web Analytics. Clarke holds a Master of Science in Information Management (2016) and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Graphics (2001) from Syracuse University. In 2017, he completed the university’s Advanced Leadership Training Program.

• Current Role: Professor of Practice in Advanced Media Management
• University Leadership Roles: Former Executive Director of Digital (2019–2020), Director of Digital (2008–2019), and Faculty Liaison for Syracuse University Project Advance (2009–2018).
• Professional Background: Chief Operating Officer at SIDEARM Sports and co-founder/partner at AppHammer, a digital consultancy and software development firm.

His research and professional work focus on the intersection of digital strategy, emerging technology, and media innovation, with a particular emphasis on enhancing sports media engagement through technological advancements. Clarke has received recognition for his contributions, including the Learfield Eddy Award (2020) and the Part-Time Professor of the Year Award (2013), and serves on the board of advisors for the Madden School of Business at LeMoyne College.