Dan Stone
About Dan Stone
Dan Stone serves as the Head of Culture & Music at Substack and is an author at HarperCollins Publishers. He has a diverse background in creative writing, publishing, and arts management, with experience in various roles across multiple organizations.
Work at Substack
Dan Stone has served as the Head of Culture & Music at Substack since 2020. In this role, he collaborates with top writers and artists across various fields, including music, literature, sports, food, comedy, politics, and podcasts. His responsibilities include working in Writer Partnerships, where he focuses on establishing prominent writers on the platform. His position is based in the New York City Metropolitan Area.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to his role at Substack, Dan Stone is also an author at HarperCollins Publishers, a position he has held since 2019. He works as an author and editor at Pearson since 2017, contributing to various projects. Furthermore, he operates a bar named North Light in Beacon, New York, where he serves as the Creative Director and Communications Lead. This multifaceted career showcases his diverse interests and expertise in culture and music.
Education and Expertise
Dan Stone studied at Boston University, where he earned a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing from 2008 to 2009. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English Language and Literature from Colorado College, which he attended from 1994 to 1998. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in writing, editing, and cultural initiatives.
Background in Media and Arts
Before joining Substack, Dan Stone founded and served as Editor In Chief and Creative Director at Radio Silence from 2011 to 2017 in Oakland, CA. He also worked at the National Endowment for the Arts from 2003 to 2009, where he held various positions, including Program Manager and Director of the Audio Department. His early career included teaching at The Berkeley School from 1999 to 2003, further emphasizing his long-standing involvement in the arts and education.