Jess King

Jess King is a Professional Lecturer at DePaul University's School of Cinematic Arts, specializing in screenwriting and cinema production. Their work focuses on frameworks for inclusive and socially just storytelling, with notable contributions including the book Inclusive Screenwriting for Film and Television (Routledge, 2022). King teaches courses on queer narratives, feminist approaches, and ethical pedagogy, emphasizing intersectional and anti-racist methodologies.

Education: Master’s in Interdisciplinary Studies (DePaul University, focus on media studies and critical theory) and B.A. in English (Augustana College).

Research emphasizes reimagining screenwriting through lenses of equity, including independent television production and media ethics. Courses taught span foundational screenwriting, genre storytelling, and inclusive representation in media. Advising and mentorship are integral to their role, though no specific grants are highlighted in the provided information.

Labs/teams: Not explicitly mentioned, but their teaching and research involve collaborative projects in film and television production through DePaul’s School of Cinematic Arts.