Daniel Blackman

Daniel Blackman is a seasoned professional with a rich background in the tech and media industries. He is the founder of Smashcut, an innovative education software and content company that focuses on online education for visual and media arts. Daniel's expertise lies in building next-generation learning platforms to facilitate collaborative learning experiences.

In addition to his role at Smashcut, Daniel is also known for co-founding Howcast, an instructional media company, alongside former colleagues from Google and YouTube. His career has seen him hold various executive management positions at renowned organizations such as The Daily Beast, YouTube, Google, Barnes & Noble.com, and HarperCollins Publishers. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Film Production from NYU, Daniel brings a unique blend of creative and business acumen to his endeavors.

Beyond his entrepreneurial ventures, Daniel Blackman has been actively involved in key roles across different industries. From serving as the Vice President and General Manager at About.com to being the Chief Digital Officer at Newsweek and The Daily Beast, he has demonstrated his versatile skill set. Notable positions in his career include Co-Founder and COO at Howcast Media, Inc., roles in Partner Development at Google and YouTube, and executive roles at Barnes & Noble.com and HarperCollins.

Daniel's educational background includes studies in Film at the Tisch School of the Arts at NYU, and Liberal Arts at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His diverse experience spans from internet consulting at TV Guide to digital media production at Lollapalooza/Interval Research. With a history of creative collaboration and strategic leadership, Daniel Blackman continues to make significant contributions to the tech and media landscape.