Sharon Sharp

Dr. Sharon Sharp serves as Professor and FTVM (Film, Television, and Media) Program Coordinator in the Communications Department at California State University, Dominguez Hills within the College of Arts & Humanities. Her academic leadership shapes curriculum development for media studies programs.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Film and Television with Concentration in Women's Studies, University of California, Los Angeles
• M.A. in Film and Television, University of California, Los Angeles
• B.A. in History of Art, University of California, Berkeley

Research Focus: Dr. Sharp's scholarship centers on television studies, science fiction narratives, and pioneering work in human-animal studies. Her current book project From Predators to Pets investigates cultural representations of cats across media history, extending her established research on genre theory and gender in visual culture. Teaching portfolio includes genre analysis, television history, film history, and media industries courses that bridge theoretical frameworks with industry practices.

Prior to academia, Dr. Sharp worked in transmedia storytelling at Cartoon Network, providing real-world perspective to her analysis of contemporary media ecosystems. As FTVM Program Coordinator, she maintains active engagement with Hollywood industry partners through initiatives like 'Hollywood by the Horns'.