Lee Eldridge

Lee Eldridge is a Contract Lecturer in the Department of Creative Industries at Toronto Metropolitan University’s Creative School. His career spans over two decades in the creative industries, beginning as a laborer in a silk-screen shop and advancing to Director of Advanced Technologies at CJ Graphics, the world’s most award-winning print-communications company. He holds a Bachelor of Technology in Graphic Communications Management and a Master’s in Professional Communication. His research focuses on AI integration in creative professions, industry trends, and digital asset management. Eldridge is a frequent speaker at global conferences, addressing topics like AI in marketing and graphic technologies. He serves on the Board of Directors at the Ontario Print and Imaging Association and actively contributes to curriculum development in the Creative School.

Educational Background:

• Bachelor of Technology in Graphic Communications Management
• Master’s in Professional Communication

Research Interests: Eldridge’s work bridges practical industry challenges with academic inquiry. He explores AI’s role in creative workflows, 3D scanning technologies, and the evolving job market for graphic designers. His projects often address real-world applications, such as improving public communication during urban infrastructure changes and mapping graduate career paths in graphic communications.

Key Contributions: Eldridge’s research is funded by organizations like GraphicEd.org and Matter & Form. He has authored projects on AI’s societal impact, 3D scanning educational materials, and career opportunities in UX/UI design. His speaking engagements include events in Toronto, Beijing, Tel Aviv, and Reykjavik, emphasizing global industry trends.

Advising & Grants: Eldridge collaborates on grants like “Pixels & Prejudice” (GraphicEd.org) and “3D Scanning: Theory and Practice” (Matter & Form). He advises on curriculum development at Toronto Metropolitan University and chairs committees for the School of Graphic Communications Management.

Labs & Teams: Eldridge contributes to interdisciplinary teams within the Creative School, focusing on modernizing graphic communications education through technology integration and industry partnerships.