Marcus Turner

School of Media Studies

About

The School of Media Studies combines theory, research, production, and management studies, preparing students to succeed in a complex and rapidly changing media and communications landscape. Studying in the world’s media capital, New York City, our students acquire critical insights and cutting-edge technical skills in rigorous topical courses taught by leading scholars and industry professionals.

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Faculty

The School of Media Studies’ faculty is a distinguished and diverse group of globally recognized and award-winning filmmakers, critics, curators, scholars, and artists. Many of our professors are active professionals in their respective fields, enabling them to bring the latest creative and technological innovations into the classroom.

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Our Work

At the School of Media Studies, you will have the opportunity to create your own work and collaborate with faculty and students on projects. You will also have opportunities to show your work in public showcases, present works-in-progress in monthly media workshops and screening series, and receive constructive feedback from faculty and peers.

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Community

The School of Media Studies’ community -- with its wide spectrum of interests, nationalities, and professional backgrounds -- fosters a prolific student output and collaborative ways of working that allow you to thrive creatively and personally.

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Outcomes

Media Studies alumni make an impact on contemporary media culture all over the world. Among our graduates are Academy Award and Emmy winners, internationally acclaimed filmmakers, and globally influential artists, scholars, producers, editors, and media entrepreneurs.

Admission & Funding

At the School of Media Studies, we look for students with a passion and drive to reinvent media industries and create new narratives. Our college admission team is available to help you find an academic path that will make you grow exponentially on a professional and personal level.

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University

Marcus Turner

Director of Undergraduate Media Studies Programs & Assistant Professor of Filmmaking

Email
turnerm@newschool.edu

Office Location
D - 79 Fifth Avenue

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Profile
Marcus Turner received his MFA from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts and a B.A., cum laude, from The University of Cincinnati. He is a member of The Directors Guild of America and Local 52 of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees. His directorial effort ET TU BRUTUS for HBO's Peace: Live In It or Rest In It, a nationwide campaign against gun violence, won a CLIO Award and was nominated for an EMMY. His academic research concentrates on the formation of African-American and World Cinemas and the intersection of Jazz and Cinema. Currently Marcus Turner serves as the Director of the Undergraduate Program in Media. His goal is to propel New School students to newer heights of understanding, productivity and creation, improving their knowledge and skills for employment and personal fulfilment.

Currently Marcus Turner is completing a documentary on the future of public education and compiling an audio-visual archive of Jazz musicians making new music.

Recent Publications

No Justice, No Peace 2009

Mean Streets 2008

Research Interests

African American Narrative Cinema and Documentary

French and Asian World Cinema

Jazz in Literature and Film

Awards And Honors
1999 Kora All Africa Music Awards : Winner - Bisso Na Bisso "Bisso Na Bisso"
Le Prix de Meilleur Réalisateur de Video ( Best Video Clip Director)

1997 Telly Awards Silver "ET TU BRUTUS"
Excellence in Local, Regional and Cable TV Commercials

1995 EMMY Nomination for National Public Service Announcement

1995 CLIO Television/Cinema Awards Best Editing "ET TU BRUTUS"
Marcus Turner - Director

1995 The Advertising Club of New York Andy Award of Excellence
Marcus Turner - Director "ET TU BRUTUS"

1995 31st Chicago International Film Festival - Gold Plaque Award
Public Service Announcement "ET TU BRUTUS"

1995 36th Annual International Cindy Competition - Gold Cindy Award
"ET TU BRUTUS" Association of Visual Communicators

1995 36th Annual International Cindy Competition - Gold Cindy Award
PSA Campaign Association of Visual Communicators

1994 The Charleston International Film Festival – Gold Award
TV Commerical Awards – Series/Campaign

1994 The Mobius Award Copywriting "ET TU BRUTUS"
For Excellence in the Creation of Television Commercial Advertising

Current Courses

Black Film: A Peoples Journey
NFLM 3057, Fall 2024

Cinematography & Lighting
NMDS 5567, Fall 2024

Past Courses

Independent Production
NMDS 5921, Spring 2024

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Undergraduates

To apply to any of our undergraduate programs (except the Bachelor's Program for Adults and Transfer Students and Parsons Associate of Applied Science programs) complete and submit the Common App online.

Undergraduate Adult Learners

To apply to any of our Bachelor's Program for Adults and Transfer Students and Parsons Associate of Applied Science programs, complete and submit the New School Online Application.

Graduates

To apply to any of our Master's, Doctoral, Professional Studies Diploma, and Graduate Certificate programs, complete and submit the New School Online Application.

Director of Undergraduate Media Studies Programs & Assistant Professor of Filmmaking

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