About Jordan

As a freelance writer specializing in history, true crime, and education, Jordan is drawn to narratives that reveal how the past continues to influence the present, bringing overlooked stories to contemporary audiences. He has published long-form features in outlets including Smithsonian Magazine, National Geographic, HISTORY.com, and A&E Crime + Investigation, and he previously served as a reporter and editor at U.S. News & World Report, where he covered online higher education.

Beyond journalism, Jordan is an experienced content strategist and marketing professional. He currently serves as Director of Content and Communications at MasteryPrep and previously held leadership roles at ERB and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, where he helped build and scale editorial programs.

In 2025, Jordan founded Directional Content Services, LLC, an agency focused on helping mission-driven organizations strengthen their messaging and optimize content ecosystems.

If you have a story idea or marketing project you'd like to discuss, feel free to get in touch.