Austin Parker Turer
My Story
My path to filmmaking hasn’t been a straight line it’s been more of a mosaic. Before pursuing film, I worked in real estate and just about every job you can imagine. Each experience taught me something about people how they move, talk, and dream lessons that now live in my writing, my art, and every project I take on. Living with epilepsy has also shaped how I see the world. It’s given me a deep respect for stillness, resilience, perspective, and a drive to turn that energy into something creative and lasting. Film became a way to make sense of it all, to find rhythm and meaning in what others might overlook.
I started my creative education at Scottsdale Community College home of the fighting artichokes, where I built a foundation in film and media, and I’m now continuing my journey at SCAD, working toward completing my degree. My background might be unconventional, but that’s exactly what fuels my storytelling I draw from real experience, not just theory. This site brings together my work in film, art, and production a space to showcase projects in progress and reflections on the creative process. Whether through humor, emotion, or atmosphere, I aim to create work that connects on a human level.
Education
2024-2027
Savannah College of Art & Design
Focused on narrative filmmaking, screenwriting, and visual storytelling with an emphasis on production-ready deliverables. Developed skills in Adobe Creative Suite (certified), directing, editing, sound design, and story development. Completed multiple short-form narrative and experimental film projects aligned with industry standards and festival frameworks.
2019-2022
Scottsdale Community College
Completed core general education requirements while working primarily in real estate. Developed professional skills in sales, client relations, negotiation, and business operations alongside academic coursework.
2015-2019
Verrado High School
Graduated with early involvement in creative media and film interests. Earned Adobe Certification and built foundational skills in editing, digital design, and visual storytelling that led to pursuing film studies professionally.
