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Gianni Snidle

Richmond

Summary

Multifaceted communications strategist with deep experience advising elected officials, managing public messaging for local governments, and shaping high-stakes policy narratives. Blends political instincts with policy fluency to craft winning strategies that move opinion, influence decision-makers, and build coalitions. Skilled in media strategy, legislative communications, crisis response, and stakeholder engagement. Adept at navigating the intersections of politics, policy, and public perception to drive outcomes and advance strategic goals.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Communications Director

Office of Speaker Don Scott, Virginia House of Delegates
Richmond
10.2024 - Current
  • Senior advisor to the Speaker of the House, leading all strategic messaging, public communications, and media relations.
  • Secured national coverage on CNN, MSNBC, and other platforms to amplify legislative priorities and shape public discourse.
  • Crafted speeches, op-eds, press releases, and rapid-response messaging aligned with political and policy goals.
  • Coordinated with elected officials, advocacy groups, lobbyists, and stakeholders to drive legislative communications campaigns.
  • Directed digital strategy and public engagement to elevate the Speaker’s visibility across Virginia and nationally.

Press Secretary & Communications Director

Office of the Mayor, City of Richmond
Richmond
04.2023 - 10.2024
  • Served as chief spokesperson and architect of citywide communications strategy for the Mayor.
  • Managed crisis response and led messaging coordination across City Council, Richmond Public Schools, and public safety agencies.
  • Developed speeches, policy announcements, editorial content, and media strategy to support the City’s initiatives.
  • Built relationships with local, state, and national press to promote Richmond’s priorities and position the administration.

Communications Director

Virginia Senate Democratic Caucus
Richmond
11.2022 - 04.2023
  • Directed strategic communications for 22 Democratic Senators during the General Assembly session.
  • Led press strategy, drafted messaging around key legislation, and advised Senators on communications tactics.
  • Coordinated with external advocacy groups and policy teams to align public messaging with legislative goals.
  • Supervised communications staff and ran caucus-wide media operations.

Press Secretary

Democratic Party of Virginia
Richmond
01.2022 - 11.2022
  • Served as official spokesperson during the 2022 midterm cycle, managing all press and public messaging.
  • Strengthened national and local media relationships to elevate party leadership and statewide candidates.
  • Delivered compelling messaging on party priorities, opposition research, and political developments.

Media Assistant

Lisi Communications
Washington
06.2021 - 01.2022
  • Executed strategic communications campaigns for advocacy organizations and issue-based clients.
  • Drafted and placed press materials to support policy change and visibility efforts across earned media.

Press Assistant

Kathleen Williams for Congress (MT-AL)
Bozeman
05.2020 - 11.2020
  • Led day-to-day communications and media relations during a high-profile congressional campaign.
  • Produced speeches, press releases, social media, and debate prep materials under tight deadlines.
  • Fostered national press engagement and ensured consistent campaign messaging across platforms.

Education

B.A. - Political Science and Political Communications

James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
12.2021

Timeline

Communications Director

Office of Speaker Don Scott, Virginia House of Delegates
10.2024 - Current

Press Secretary & Communications Director

Office of the Mayor, City of Richmond
04.2023 - 10.2024

Communications Director

Virginia Senate Democratic Caucus
11.2022 - 04.2023

Press Secretary

Democratic Party of Virginia
01.2022 - 11.2022

Media Assistant

Lisi Communications
06.2021 - 01.2022

Press Assistant

Kathleen Williams for Congress (MT-AL)
05.2020 - 11.2020

B.A. - Political Science and Political Communications

James Madison University

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