Dan Shortridge

Dan Shortridge is a versatile communications professional with a rich background in media relations, content creation, and public relations. Currently serving as a News Officer at the University of Pennsylvania, Dan specializes in writing and media relations for various academic programs. Dan is also a nationally certified resume writer at ResultsResumes.org, assisting jobseekers in crafting effective resumes. As a historian and author, Dan has published several local histories, including a biography of Joe Biden slated for October 2024. Previous roles include Director of Content at Hook PR & Marketing, Public Information Officer at Sussex Technical School District, and Director of Public Relations at the Delaware State Housing Authority, where significant digital marketing successes were achieved. Dan’s early career includes reporting and editing positions at various publications, complemented by a Master of Education in Instructional Design and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Marketing from Western Governors University.