David Lieberman

David Lieberman is an Associate Professor of Media Management at The New School’s School of Media Studies. He joined in 2017 after a distinguished career in journalism, specializing in media finance, technology, and public policy. His work has spanned Deadline.com, USA Today, TV Guide, and BusinessWeek, where he investigated industry shifts like the rise of the internet and streaming services. He holds a B.A. from Washington University, M.A.s in American Culture and Journalism from the University of Michigan, and a Certificate in Economics and Business Journalism from Columbia University’s Knight-Bagehot Fellowship.

Research interests include media business strategy, technology’s impact on journalism, ethical decision-making, and corporate governance. He has taught courses like Media Ethics, Strategic Content Management, and Writing for Media Managers. Awards include the 2014 WERT Prize for media ethics writing and the 2001 Maxwell Media Award.

His publications analyze executive compensation, streaming strategies, and podcasting’s role in public media. He balances academic rigor with industry insights, offering students a unique perspective on media management challenges.