Pierre Lavoie
About Pierre Lavoie
Pierre Lavoie is a postdoctoral researcher with a background in history and cinema studies, currently working at Yale University and Université de Montréal. He has contributed to various media as a public historian and has experience in sound design and project coordination.
Work at Yale University
Currently, Pierre Lavoie is engaged as a postdoctoral researcher at Yale University, a position he has held since 2020. His research focuses on the mediatization of nostalgic shows and the fear of Americanization across North America during the interwar period. This role allows him to contribute to academic discourse and research initiatives within a prestigious institution.
Current Roles at Radio-Canada
Since 2017, Pierre Lavoie has been working as a freelance chronicler at Radio-Canada. In this capacity, he frequently contributes to public history discussions, sharing insights and analyses on various topics. His role at Radio-Canada complements his academic pursuits and enhances his visibility as a public historian.
Education and Expertise
Pierre Lavoie studied at Université de Montréal, where he achieved a Doctorate in History from 2014 to 2019. He also holds a Master of Arts in Cinema Studies, obtained from 2009 to 2012. His academic background equips him with a strong foundation in historical analysis and media studies, which informs his current research and professional activities.
Previous Experience at Université de Montréal
Pierre Lavoie has held multiple positions at Université de Montréal, including sound designer and producer for the podcast 'Contrepoints' from 2014 to 2019. He also served as an assistant in coordination for communications and events at the McConnell Chair in American Studies from 2017 to 2020. Additionally, he worked as a teaching assistant in the history and cinema studies departments from 2014 to 2019.
Background in Project Coordination
In 2006, Pierre Lavoie worked as a project coordinator for the Ville de Rivière-du-Loup for a brief period. He also served as a trainer at GARDA from 2013 to 2014. These roles contributed to his experience in project management and communication, skills that are valuable in his academic and media-related endeavors.