Philippe Gauthier

Philippe Gauthier is a Continuing Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Film and Media at Queen’s University (Faculty of Arts and Science). He holds a double Ph.D. in Film/Cinema/Media Studies from the University of Lausanne (Switzerland) and the University of Montreal (Canada), with additional postdoctoral training at Harvard University. His research focuses on complex narratives in media franchises, transmedia storytelling, and animation, emphasizing concepts like interface design, playfulness, and immersion. He has taught at institutions including the University of Montreal, University of Ottawa, and Bishop’s University.

Education:

• PhD (2013): Film/Cinema/Media Studies, University of Lausanne and University of Montreal
• M.A. (2007): Film/Cinema/Media Studies, University of Montreal
• B.Eng (2002): Computer Software Engineering, Polytechnique Montreal

Research interests span popular culture, cinema, television, and comic books. He explores intersections between digital media theory and practice, seriality, and cultural studies. Awards include recognition from Domitor, the Film Studies Association of Canada, and multiple university honors. He currently teaches FILM 260: Digital Media Theory & Practice.

Affiliations include leadership roles in academic organizations such as the Television Studies Scholarly Interest Group (Co-Chair, 2014–2017), Domitor International Association (Secretary, 2012–2014), and the Film Studies Association of Canada (Board Member and Treasurer, 2011–2015). His work appears in journals like Animation: An Interdisciplinary Journal.

Grants and fellowships: SSHRC Postdoctoral Fellowship (Harvard), FQRSC and SSHRC doctoral support, and awards from multiple universities. His research has been published in French, English, German, Japanese, and Portuguese.

Labs/Teams: Engaged in collaborative projects on public health design, responsible innovation, and interdisciplinary research-creation methodologies.