Jessica Bardsley is a multifaceted artist-scholar who seamlessly navigates the realms of film, writing, and studio art, showcasing her versatility and depth as a creative force.
As a Visiting Assistant Professor of Media Practice and Theory at Colgate University, she shares her expertise with students, while simultaneously serving as a Visiting Fellow in the department of Art, Film, and Visual Studies at Harvard University, a testament to her esteemed reputation and commitment to academic excellence.
Bardsley's films have garnered widespread recognition, with screenings at prestigious festivals across the globe, including CPH:DOX, Visions du Réel, EMAF, Flaherty NYC, RIDM, True/False, and many more, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in the film community.
Throughout her illustrious career, she has received an impressive array of awards and accolades, including a Princess Grace Award, Grand Prize at 25FPS, the Eileen Maitland Award at the Ann Arbor Film Festival, Best Short Film at Punto de Vista, and numerous Film Study Center fellowships, a testament to her dedication and passion for her craft.
Furthermore, her research and writing have been generously supported by esteemed institutions, including the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, the Terra Foundation for American Art, and the Henry Luce Foundation/American Council of Learned Societies, acknowledging her significant contributions to the field.
Bardsley's educational background is equally impressive, having earned a Ph.D. in Film and Visual Studies from Harvard University and an M.F.A. from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, demonstrating her commitment to ongoing learning and growth as a scholar and artist.
