Danielle Villardi
About Danielle Villardi
Danielle Villardi serves as the Student Coordinator of Social Media and Communications at The George Washington University, where she has significantly enhanced the university's online presence. She has held various roles in communications and support, including positions at Organizing Together 2020 and the U.S. House of Representatives.
Current Role at The George Washington University
Danielle Villardi serves as the Student Coordinator of Social Media and Communications at The George Washington University. In this role, she has been responsible for enhancing the university's online presence through various social media platforms. Since 2021, she has implemented strategies that have led to significant engagement metrics, including record high Instagram impressions and likes. She regularly creates and edits over 10 videos per week, focusing on university resources and campus life.
Previous Work Experience
Danielle has held various positions prior to her current role. She worked as an Executive Assistant at Ichosia Biotechnology, Inc. for four months in 2020 and as a Press Intern at the U.S. House of Representatives for four months in 2021. Additionally, she served as an intern at Organizing Together 2020 for three months in 2020. Her experience also includes working as Chief of Staff at Culture Media Co for eight months in 2020 and as a barista at Dunkin' Brands and Peet's Coffee from 2016 to 2020.
Educational Background
Danielle studied at The George Washington University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from 2019 to 2023. Prior to her university education, she attended Satellite High School, where she focused on Fine/Studio Arts from 2015 to 2019. Her academic background supports her current role in communications and social media.
Leadership Roles
Danielle holds leadership positions within the GW Women's Leadership Network. She has been serving as the Director of Communications since 2020, where she oversees communication strategies for the organization. Previously, she was a Freshman Representative from 2019 to 2020. These roles have allowed her to develop skills in communication and leadership within a university setting.
Social Media Strategy and Impact
In her current position, Danielle pitched and implemented a TikTok strategy that significantly increased the university's online visibility, achieving over 100,000 views in the first month. She also conducted web-trainings for over 110 students and administrators, focusing on social media management and etiquette. Her efforts have led to increased engagement across social media platforms, including a notable rise in Instagram engagement metrics.