Vincent Andrisani

Vincent Andrisani is an Associate Professor in Communication and Media Studies at Carleton University's School of Journalism and Communication. Specializing in sound studies, his work bridges sensory ethnography, urban studies, and Latin American & Caribbean studies. He focuses on soundscapes, sonic citizenship, and media production, informed by his background as a musician and fieldwork in Havana, Cuba.

• Degree 1: BES (Hons), York University
• Degree 2: MES, York University
• Degree 3: PhD (Communication Studies), Simon Fraser University

His research employs ethnographic approaches to explore urban soundscapes and acoustic communities. Key themes include sound infrastructure, oral history, and the role of sound in shaping cultural and urban identities. He disseminates findings through audio media and publications, often connecting to Latin American contexts.

Vincent’s publications and presentations highlight interdisciplinary methodologies, with a focus on sound’s intersection with gender (e.g., drumming on Instagram), urban infrastructure (water tanks in Havana), and pedagogy (e.g., “Learning to Listen”). His work has been featured in journals like Tapuya and Interference, as well as at TEDx and Pecha Kucha events.

Scientific Awards:

• Future Learning Innovation Fellowship (2023-24), Carleton University

Vincent contributes to pedagogy through course-based media projects and his podcast/radio show “The Place of Sound,” which showcases student work. His teaching includes foundational courses in communication and media studies, digital media production, and specialized graduate topics on sound and urban spaces.