Dr. Craig Gent

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Craig Gent is an LSE Fellow in the Department of Media and Communications at the London School of Economics and Political Science. He specializes in the intersection of digital media culture and political theories of digital technology, with a particular focus on class composition in digital labor. His research addresses how media can facilitate social change and community solidarity. Craig is the author of "Cyberboss: Rise of Algorithmic Management and the New Struggle for Control of Work" (Verso, 2024) and has a strong background in media practice, having worked for over eleven years with Novara Media, which is a supporter-funded news organization. He has contributed to important discussions about the implications of algorithmic management for workers and engages with civil society actors concerned about the related technological advancements. Craig's academic journey includes earning a PhD from the University of Warwick, where he researched the politics of algorithmic management. He also plays active roles in various academic and professional organizations, advocating for responsible media practices and the ethical implications of AI in the workforce.

Research Interests

Experience

LSE Fellow

2022-01-01 — Present

London School of Economics and Political Science • London, UK

Teaching and research in media and communications emphasizing digital culture and algorithmic management.

Lecturer

2014-01-01 — 2021-12-31

University of Warwick • Warwick, UK

Taught media policy and communication studies in various departmental settings.

Senior Journalist

2010-01-01 — 2021-12-31

Novara Media • UK

Contributed to online journalism and media practices focusing on political and social issues.

Requirements for London School of Economics and Political Science

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in a relevant social science discipline
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Standard English requirement applies to most programs in Geography, Anthropology, Sociology, and Media.