A Distinguished Author and Media Scholar Bridging Creative Writing and Film Studies
Ron Irwin serves as Senior Lecturer at the University of Cape Town's Centre for Film and Media Studies, where he has established himself as an accomplished educator and novelist since 2009. After growing up in Buffalo, New York, he has built an impressive career combining academic excellence with creative writing. His debut novel "Flat Water Tuesday" earned critical acclaim for its moving exploration of elite rowing culture and personal redemption, while his recent work "My Side of the Ocean" was longlisted for the South African Literary Award. As Brand Management and Creative Writing lecturer, he continues to shape the next generation of media professionals while maintaining an active writing career contributing to major outlets including CNN and Men's Health. His recent milestone includes successfully supervising his first two PhD candidates to graduation, demonstrating his commitment to advancing media scholarship. Through his role at UCT's Centre for Film and Media Studies, he bridges the gap between creative practice and academic theory while maintaining his position as a respected voice in both literary and media circles.