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Assistant Professor
School of Media and Mass Communication (SMC)
Harris Badar is an Assistant Professor at BNU with expertise in international journalism, digital media, and communication strategy. A Bournemouth University graduate, he blends academic insight with industry experience, having worked with The News, The Breaker, and co-founded One Call App. His teaching spans journalism, media studies, and communication.
Harris Badar is an accomplished media academic and communications practitioner with a strong foundation in international journalism and a diverse background in both academia and industry. He holds an MA in International Journalism (2012–2013) from Bournemouth University, UK, where his dissertation focused on a textual analysis of media slant on Pakistan’s 2013 parliamentary elections and its subsequent impact. He also earned a BA (Hons) in Accounting & Finance (2008–2012) from the same institution, where his undergraduate research examined the strategic and financial performance of Google Inc. (2009–2011).
At Beaconhouse National University (BNU), Harris serves as an Assistant Professor, where he teaches a wide array of courses including Journalism in Global Contexts, Communication & Public Opinion, New Media and Convergent Journalism, Transnational Media and Pop Culture, Technology & Social Change, and Communication Skills. His teaching is informed by both academic theory and practical insights, enabling students to bridge the gap between conceptual frameworks and real-world media practices.
In addition to his academic role, Harris is a co-founder of One Call App, where he applies his expertise in communication strategy and audience psychology to develop relatable and impactful messaging for a fast-paced digital environment. He is also associated with Giraffe, a communication think tank focused on audience engagement through the intersection of consumer behavior and technology.
Earlier in his career, Harris contributed as a feature writer for The News on Sunday (Jang Group), where he reported on a range of socio-political and cultural issues. During his postgraduate studies in the UK, he served as sub-editor for The Breaker, the digital news outlet of Bournemouth University. His portfolio reflects his passion for narrative journalism, in-depth reporting, and media analysis.
Before transitioning into journalism, Harris also worked at Mott Macdonald (Pvt) Ltd, assisting the finance department with a range of corporate financial tasks, providing him with a unique multidisciplinary perspective.
He has delivered lectures at the Lahore School of Economics and has participated in key conferences and workshops, including the Punjab Information Commission’s Right to Information Conference and the 21st Newswired Digital Journalism Conference in London. He has also completed training in advanced teaching strategies for higher education.
Harris’s multifaceted career embodies a blend of critical inquiry, innovative pedagogy, and industry engagement, making him a vital contributor to BNU’s journalism and communication programs.
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