I teach journalism and media as both academic disciplines and professional practices, bringing together critical thinking, practical journalism, research and digital innovation.

With more than 12 years of experience in journalism education, I have taught, convened and developed courses across UNSW Sydney, Macquarie University, the University of Sydney and the University of Newcastle, alongside my earlier career as a journalist and editor.

Teaching Areas

Data Journalism & Storytelling
Data journalism, data storytelling, digital research and evidence-based reporting.

Journalism Philosophy & Ethics
Journalism, truth, power, responsibility, ethics and public interest.

Digital & Multimedia Journalism
Digital storytelling, multimedia production and emerging journalism practices.

Environmental & Climate Journalism
Environmental communication, climate change journalism and journalism education.

Forensic & Investigative Media
Evidence, verification, research and critical analysis of media and contemporary cases.

Courses & Universities

University of Newcastle

CMNS2470 Data Storytelling
Lecturer & Course Convener

Macquarie University

MMCC8026 Data Journalism
Lecturer & Course Convener

MMCC2110 Data to Story
Teaching

MMCC2080
Course Convener and teaching

MMCC3031 Forensic Media
Teaching

University of Sydney

MECO3603
Teaching

MECO6900
Teaching

MECO6902
Teaching

MECO6925
Teaching

UNSW Sydney

MDIA5009 Philosophies of Journalism
Lecturer & Course Convener

MDIA5001
Teaching

Teaching Through Practice

My teaching connects theory with practice through workshops, collaborative activities, writing exercises, real-world cases and project-based learning.

I encourage students to question assumptions, work with evidence, experiment with different forms of storytelling and reflect on their journalistic decisions. In my classes, theory becomes a tool for understanding and practising journalism.

Curriculum Development

I have developed and redeveloped journalism and media courses in response to changes in digital journalism, data, artificial intelligence and the wider media landscape.

My research in journalism education, data journalism and environmental communication also informs my teaching, creating a connection between research, curriculum and classroom practice.

Supervision & Mentoring

I support students in developing research questions, practical projects and independent academic work, particularly across journalism, journalism education, data journalism, digital media and environmental communication.

I encourage students to develop their own questions, make informed decisions and build confidence in their intellectual and professional direction.

My aim is to help students become thoughtful practitioners who can combine journalistic skills with curiosity, evidence and critical thinking.