Joseph Recupero

Joseph Recupero is an Associate Professor in the Sport Media program at the RTA School of Media, Toronto Metropolitan University, where he teaches multi-camera studio production, documentary production, fourth-year Practicum projects, and Internships.

His educational background includes a BAA and MA from Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University) and a PhD from the University of Toronto's OISE in Adult Education and Community Development.

Professor Recupero's research centers on documentary production, sports media, and equity/diversity initiatives, with emphasis on gender dynamics in broadcasting and 2SLGBT+ inclusion. His creative work includes documentaries like A Dark Room (addressing hockey concussions and mental health) and The Sport Project (exploring LGBTQ+ experiences in sports), alongside his dissertation analyzing the evolution from 'Script Assistant' to 'Associate Director' roles in sports broadcasting.

His notable recognitions include:

• Banff Rockie Award nomination for 'The Circus is in Town: 50 Years of Hockey Night in Canada'
• Special Jury Prize at Yorkton Film Festival for 'The Life and Times of Sandra Schmirler'
• FCAD Dean’s Teaching Award (2018)

Professor Recupero has supervised student practicums while producing 16 Olympic/Paralympic Games broadcasts and international championships for CBC Sports. He co-chaired the Tenth International Sport and Society Conference (2023) and edited its proceedings, alongside co-chairing the Diversity in Organizations, Communities and Nations Conference.

He actively contributes to community initiatives as Media Director for Toronto's Pride and Remembrance Run and on the steering committee for Pride House during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.