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Peter Harte is an Assistant Professor in Video Production (Media and Film) at the University of Sussex's School of Media, Arts and Humanities. He has been affiliated with the university since 2012, contributing to both teaching and collaborative outreach initiatives. His academic background includes a BA in Media Practice & Theory, an MA in Creative Media Practice (Distinction), and postgraduate certifications in higher education teaching.
His research focuses on Participatory Media: Empowerment & Impact, exploring how media tools enable marginalized groups to address social issues through creative expression. Key themes include cultural representation, ethnographic documentation, and media's role in conflict resolution. He has pioneered projects such as the Gypsy, Roma, Traveller in Education initiative and the Roma Holocaust Memorial documentary.
Teaching responsibilities span undergraduate and postgraduate modules in documentary filmmaking, audiovisual journalism, and media production. He has developed innovative courses like Writing the Short Film and Producing Media for Development & Social Change.
Collaboration highlights include leading the university's Widening Participation program since 2012, partnering with Brighton & Hove City Council on education equity projects, and co-organizing the Turner Prize Educational Partnership. His work integrates media practice with social advocacy, emphasizing community empowerment through creative technologies.
Notable projects include:
- Belonging in School - Addressing educational inclusion for minority students
- Young Men's Project - Exploring mental health narratives
- Propaganda: Power and Persuasion - Historical media analysis
His cross-disciplinary approach bridges film production, cultural studies, and participatory research methodologies.
