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Jess Alexander

Jess Alexander is an Associate Lecturer in the Wits Digital Arts Department. They graduated with Animation and Writing & Interactivity as their majors, going on to graduate with their MA Cum Laude, which focused on Comics theory and graphic narratives.

They have led the Wits AfroManga Research Project, producing the Blood, Sweat and Ink compendium since 2023, volume 5 currently live and free to read on webtoons, and was a key 3D animator of the Digital Arts Team that contributed to the Wits Anglo American Digital Dome Launch showcase in 2025. Jess has taught across Game Design, Digital Arts Practice and Writing & Interactivity. Their current research explores the intersections of manga theory, genre, and globalization, with a focus on the localization of manga.

Position: Associate Lecturer in the Wits Digital Arts Department

Schedule
2026-10-31 Panel Discussion
One World, Many Screens: Building Transmedia IP
Time 04:15 p.m