Shelly Silva is an experienced Digital Communications Specialist currently working at the University of Delaware, focusing on digital strategy and content optimization for the College of Education & Human Development. Silva's professional background includes roles as an Instructor and Contract Photographer at Mt. Cuba Center, where instruction on cyanotype techniques was provided, alongside a position as a Digital Marketing Assistant creating engaging content for various digital platforms. Additional experiences include freelance marketing at BrandSwan, serving as Assistant Retail Manager at Chaddsford Winery, and roles in admissions counseling at both The University of the Arts and Delaware College of Art and Design. Shelly Silva holds a Master of Science in Management with a concentration in Marketing, a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fine Art Photography, and an Associate of Fine Arts in Photography.