YMCA of the USA
Marcus Prince is an experienced Youth Development Manager at The Y (YMCA) since November 2020, overseeing open studio operations and implementing registration-based programs, while developing STEAM workshops and collaborating with Northwestern University on digital music programming. As an Academic Lead, Marcus focuses on curriculum development and research for youth technology initiatives at Family Focus and MetaMedia. Additionally, Marcus has been a DJ for fig Media Inc. since August 2019, providing event coordination services and maintaining client relationships. As a Freelance DJ and Media Specialist since 2011, Marcus offers videography, music production, and visual editing services. Previous roles include serving as a STEAM Specialist with District 65, where curriculum development and digital music production workshops were primary responsibilities. Marcus has also worked as a Music Technology Consultant at Northwestern University and completed student teaching focused on digital music curriculum at City Arts + Prep Public Charter School. Marcus holds a Bachelor of Music in Music Teacher Education from Howard University, earned from 2012 to 2019.