Frederik Lesage

Frederik Lesage is an Associate Professor at Simon Fraser University’s School of Communication, specializing in digital media, communication technology, and media software inscription strategies. His research explores the intersection of artistic practices with technological systems, affect theory in public engagement, and the role of software in shaping creative capabilities.

• PhD in Media and Communication (LSE)
• MA in Cultural and Creative Industries (KCL)

Lesage investigates how digital tools like Photoshop influence cultural production and how data journalism bridges objective reporting with open-source practices. His publications examine media ethnography, big data communication, and the evolving relationship between users and software ecosystems.

His teaching includes courses on data and society, contemporary communication studies, and specialized topics in media software. While no specific awards are listed, his research has been supported by collaborative grants and institutional projects.