Le Minh Thang
College of Arts and Sciences
Lecturer
Biography
Le Minh Thang, also known as Tada Le, is a dynamic media professional with a diverse range of skills and experiences. With a Bachelor’s degree in Commercial Law from HCMC University of Law, Tada has carved out a successful career in the advertising and television industry.
Tada’s passion for creating engaging content is evident in his work as a TV news anchor, TV host, film screenwriter, and media producer. He has worked with major networks such as VTV and HTV, and has produced award-winning campaigns for various clients.
In addition to his creative pursuits, Tada is also dedicated to education and mentorship. He has worked as a career practitioner, guiding young people toward their dream careers, and has created engaging content for high school students at VTV7.
1. Media Education and Youth Engagement:
- Investigating the impact of media on young people’s values, attitudes, and behaviors.
- Developing educational programs and resources to promote critical media literacy and digital citizenship among youth.
- Exploring the effectiveness of using media to teach and engage young learners.
2. Cross-Cultural Communication and Media:
- Analyzing how cultural differences influence media production, consumption, and interpretation.
- Investigating the role of media in promoting intercultural understanding and dialogue.
- Examining the challenges and opportunities of globalizing media content.
3. Media Production and Innovation:
- Exploring new technologies and trends in media production, such as virtual reality, augmented reality, and artificial intelligence.
- Investigating the impact of digital media on traditional forms of media, such as television and print.
- Developing innovative approaches to storytelling and content creation.
4. Media Policy and Regulation:
- Analyzing the impact of media policies and regulations on media content and freedom of expression.
- Investigating the challenges and opportunities of regulating digital media platforms.
- Developing recommendations for improving media policies and regulations.
5. Media Representation and Diversity:
- Examining the portrayal of diverse groups in media content.
- Investigating the impact of media representation on stereotypes, prejudice, and social inclusion.
- Developing strategies for promoting diversity and inclusivity in media production.
- Media Literacy and Critical Thinking
- Introduction to Communication
- Media Production and Innovation
- Introduction to Digital Communication
- Cross-Cultural Communication and Media
- Media Policy and Regulation
- Media and Social Change
- Cocktail, Shoes, Smoke (2013) – Editor
- Limelight (2015) – Editor
- The Talent (Feature Film – 2017) – Script Writer
• 2015: MFA in Creative Producing for TV & Film – Columbia College Chicago – US
• 2005: Bachelor’s Degree in Commercial Law from Ho Chi Minh City University of Law
- Top 3 Best TV presenter 2007
- Finalist Vietnam Young Lions – Award for TVC Film Makers of Vietnam 2010 & 2011
- Winner of the Australia Nature Film Festival
- Winner Vietnam Innovation Day 2012
- Fulbright Scholar Awardee by US Government – 2016
