Janet Parrott

Janet Parrott is a Professor of Theatre, Film, and Media Arts at The Ohio State University's College of Arts and Sciences. She specializes in filmmaking, video production, and performance art, with over 25 years of experience as an independent filmmaker, performer, and educator. Her work bridges devised performance practices and screen-based media, collaborating with both commercial and independent artists.

Education: MA and BA in Social and Behavioral Sciences and Filmmaking from The Ohio State University.

Research focuses on interdisciplinary performance and media production, emphasizing creative collaboration across disciplines. Her teaching has been widely recognized, including the Alumni Award for Distinguished Teaching (2009) and the Ratner Distinguished Teaching Award (2015).

Professional affiliations include leadership in media arts education and independent artistic production. No specific grants or labs are listed, though her work integrates academic and creative communities.