Vermont Department of Health
Katie Warchut is an accomplished communications professional currently serving as the Director of Communications for the Vermont Department of Health since August 2016, where responsibilities include managing messaging and communication strategy while advising on policy communications to enhance public trust. Prior roles include Public Health Communication Officer at the same department, where digital media management and content production were key tasks, and Video Producer/Writer/Editor at Kinetic Media, focusing on creative video projects and managing production processes for various clients. Earlier experience includes positions as Staff Writer/Editor/Videographer at The Day, where coverage of major stories and oversight of reporting teams were critical, and Staff Writer at The Providence Journal, providing in-depth coverage of political communities. Warchut holds a B.A. in Journalism from The George Washington University.
Vermont Department of Health
The Vermont Department of Health has been working to protect and promote the health of Vermonters for more than 125 years. We are proud to continue this long tradition of public health service – working every day for your health. We are the state’s lead agency for public health policy and advocacy.