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Greg Bevan is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Theatre, Film, and Television Studies at Aberystwyth University, where he has taught since 2012 after appointments at Salford and Manchester Metropolitan Universities. Currently on research leave, he will resume teaching in Semester 2 of the 2024-25 academic year. His departmental leadership includes roles as Degree Scheme Coordinator and Chair of the Examination Board.
His academic credentials comprise:
- BA in English
- MA in Documentary Production
- PhD in Media Arts
Bevan's research centers on documentary film theory and practice, with sustained investigations into authorship, linguistic structures, vocal textures, and identity construction. His work bridges media scholarship with ecological thinking and aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly through pedagogical innovations that connect documentary practice to environmental consciousness.
Analysis of his 2017-2024 publications reveals evolving engagement with digital culture's impact on identity (selfie phenomena), online activism, and ecological frameworks. His methodology consistently merges theoretical rigor with creative practice, often incorporating Japanese experimental traditions and challenging conventional documentary boundaries through animated collage and multi-platform storytelling.
His scholarly recognition includes:
- Audiovisual Essay Award Winner (2018, shared with Glen Creeber)
Bevan secured internal funding for the 2022-2023 project Bridging the Gap, developing novel HEI-media industry partnerships for training and career development. As a professional videographer, he produces broadcast and independent media while maintaining active conference participation including Visible Evidence XXVIII (2022) and Welsh Crucible (2022). His departmental service reflects deep commitment to curriculum design and assessment leadership.
Though no dedicated lab is specified, his creative practice operates at the intersection of documentary filmmaking, digital media production, and cross-cultural collaboration, frequently engaging with Japanese artists and Welsh media communities.
