Harris Smith

Manager Of Data & Product, Effie Awards

Harris Smith is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in data management, product innovation, and media production. Currently serving as the Manager of Data & Product for the Effie Awards at Informa since October 2025, Harris oversees technological growth projects, data strategy, and AI implementation, along with managing digital platforms and databases. Prior experience includes a similar role at Effie Worldwide from July 2017 to October 2025. As the Founder/Publisher/Editor of Negative Pleasure, Harris led a multi-media production entity dedicated to independent media creators. Additional roles include Senior Production Coordinator at comiXology, Adjunct Professor at the School of Visual Arts, and volunteer programming at Spectacle Theater. Educational credentials include an MA in Media Studies from The New School and a BA in Film/Video Production from the School of Visual Arts. Harris also has a long-standing role as a DJ and On-Air Personality at Newtownradio.com since May 2010.

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