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Steve Collins is a Professor and Discipline Chair of Media and Communications at Macquarie University's School of Communication, Society and Culture. He holds a PhD in copyright law and fair use from Macquarie University (2006), an MA in Cyberculture and Law (2002), and an LL.B (Hons) from Anglia Ruskin University (1997). His research focuses on intersections of law, technology, and creative industries, with particular emphasis on copyright law, music production, and digital media. Collins has taught media law, music production, and legal studies in Australia and internationally. He is the course authority for programs including the Bachelor of Media and Communications and Master of Media and Communications.
Collins is also a musician under aliases like INfest8 and Konqistador, producing albums such as 'Nafada' (2019), which explores Middle Eastern themes and gendered resistance. His creative work intersects with research on authorship, remix culture, and digital rights. He has received a Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor’s Citation for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning (2016).
- Education:
- PhD in Law, Macquarie University (2006)
- MA Cyberculture and Law, Macquarie University (2002)
- LL.B (Hons), Anglia Ruskin University (1997)
- Recent Research:
- AI's impact on music production
- Copyright law in digital remix cultures
- Technocapitalism and music industry standards
His publications span music law, digital media, and creative industries. He has led projects like 'Words in Place: A Digital Cartography of Australian Writers' (2014–2015) and contributed to studies on global musician practices.
