Kelsey Pietranton
Washington,DC
Summary
Seasoned communications expert with a proven record navigating high-profile crises, advancing strategic priorities, and coordinating messaging across sprawling organizations. Substantial experience advising executives, strengthening reputations, and developing productive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Director for Engagement and Outreach, Spokesperson for the Deputy Attorney General
U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Public Affairs
Washington, DC
2021.03 - Current
- Strategic communications advisor and spokesperson for the Deputy Attorney General, advising on public relations, press engagements, and public outreach strategies.
Press Office Team Lead / National Security Spokesperson
Federal Bureau of Investigation
2017.02 - 2021.03
- Supervised media engagement, promoted FBI's mission, prepared senior leadership for press conferences, and managed communications for major incidents and events.
Special Assistant to the President's Homeland Security & Counterterrorism Advisor
The White House, National Security Council (NSC)
2015.08 - 2017.02
- Operated review and approval process for memorandum and briefing material, coordinated press campaigns, and organized official travel and public appearances.
Senior Press Assistant
The White House, Office of Vice President Joe Biden
2014.06 - 2015.08
- Briefed and staffed the Vice President, engaged media outlets, and wrote press guidance and advisories.
Associate Director of Correspondence and Associate for Public Engagement
The White House
2013.01 - 2014.05
- Curated opportunities for the Vice President to interact with diverse constituency groups.
Personal Correspondence Manager
Obama for America 2012
2011.09 - 2012.11
- Personal writer for the President, Vice President, First Lady, and Campaign Manager, promoting campaign themes through unique stories.
Education
B.A., magna cum laude - History and International Studies: World Politics and Diplomacy
University of Richmond
05.2011
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Program Management
- Crisis Management
Clearance
Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information Security Clearance
Affiliations
- Skiing
- Travel
Accomplishments
- Awarded the FBI’s Medal of Excellence and the National Intelligence Medal for leading crisis and strategic communications across the Intelligence Community.
Timeline
Deputy Director for Engagement and Outreach, Spokesperson for the Deputy Attorney General
U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Public Affairs
2021.03 - Current
Press Office Team Lead / National Security Spokesperson
Federal Bureau of Investigation
2017.02 - 2021.03
Special Assistant to the President's Homeland Security & Counterterrorism Advisor
The White House, National Security Council (NSC)
2015.08 - 2017.02
Senior Press Assistant
The White House, Office of Vice President Joe Biden
2014.06 - 2015.08
Associate Director of Correspondence and Associate for Public Engagement
The White House
2013.01 - 2014.05
Personal Correspondence Manager
Obama for America 2012
2011.09 - 2012.11
B.A., magna cum laude - History and International Studies: World Politics and Diplomacy
University of Richmond
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