In 2015, I felt the need to get involved.

Since then, I've had the opportunity to volunteer and work for political campaigns, government offices, and other organizations in an effort to make our country a better place for everyone. Below you'll find some of the things I've accomplished. 
Utah Tech Leads
Communications Manager

I provided consultation, management, design, and communications services for UTL, a Utah-focused nonpartisan political action committee. This included providing social media strategy and design, paid advertising, messaging, branding, and more.
Becky Edwards for U.S. Senate
Communications Director
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I provided strategy and communications services Becky Edwards' run for  U.S. Senate against Senator Mike Lee, serving as communications director. This included providing social media, email marketing, media outreach, messaging strategy, branding, design, and more.
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US Congress Joint Economic Committee
Director Of Communications

I was charged with all communication strategies and executions for the Joint Economic Committee of the 116th and 117th Congresses.
I developed and executed plans to increase outreach and influence. This often took the form of social media strategy and campaign execution, graphic design, video editing, animation, web design, social media writing, and more.
Sutherland Institute
Donor Relations Manager

I acted as the administrator of all donor records created through development efforts such as events and targeted campaigns. I took the lead in designing and implementing donor recognition opportunities to engage and retain donors and investors. I also administered the implementation of Salesforce as the central communication, policy, and development system in the organization. And I oversaw the Sutherland Internship Program including outreach, recruiting, training, and managing all interns.
Brimmer Communications
Communications Consultant
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I managed various media & government relations projects quickly and efficiently. Delivered graphics, video, research, and copy on tight deadlines – sometimes in as little as minutes. I also made time to complete projects at all times of the day and night, producing quality content in every instance.
Learn more about my career path on LinkedIn.

Volunteering



​​Inside The Hive Podcast, Host
Want a little Bravo with your C-SPAN? Inside The Hive is a Utah-focused political podcast hosted by Kyle Treasure and Hannah Barton. Produced by The Beehive.

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​​Jeff Howell for House District 23, Social Media Strategist
Took the lead in social media strategy and designing content for the campaign's social channels including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Also provided consultation on the campaign website, press releases, candidate statements, and overall strategy.​
The Utah Civics Project, Founder
In 2016, only 23% of millennials voted in the presidential election. In 2018, 42% of millennials voted in the 2018 midterm elections. We believe this upward swing is just the beginning, not the peak, of the upcoming generation’s political power. But for that to be true, our children must be engaged, informed, and ready to vote each election cycle. The Utah Civics Project is dedicated to producing knowledgeable and engaged citizens who build up their communities.
Ford's Theatre Society, Usher
The site of President Abraham Lincoln's assassination, Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C., offers museum exhibits, live theatre performances and immersive experiences. Volunteer ushers assisted patrons as they participated in a wide variety of activities throughout the space.  
Better Days 2020, Researcher
Completed historical research for the organization including: finding, cataloging, and providing directions to the burial sites of suffragettes across the nation, searching local newspapers for mentions of the suffrage movement, among other projects. Also assisted in the organization's events by organizing registration and reception.

​Thirty Day Bae, Multimedia Manager
Assisted the team in all digital areas of the experiment, including web design, social media content, podcasting, and much more.

​Leland Christensen For Congress, Digital Specialist
Charged with designing all content for the campaign's social channels including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, crafting over 100 graphics and messages in a 6 month period. Also provided consultation on the campaign website and digital strategy.
BYU-Idaho PRSSA, Historian
Charged with broadcasting our PRSSA chapter's message to the campus and the world, particularly through use of social media. Assisted in planning and organizing campus events and meetings. Laid the groundwork for the BYU-Idaho chapter to receive the Star Chapter Award.
Throughout 2019 and 2020, I created a one-stop-shop platform for civic engagement specifically geared toward Millennials and Gen Z. We know those generations don't vote as much as others, so I wanted to do what I could to remove as many barriers as possible to voting registration and learning about the candidates and issues. 

Our social media brought over 2,000 young people throughout the primary and general election seasons to the site, helping them know what to expect on their ballot and get engaged in their communities.  
Through my government and political career, I've learned:
  • How to effectively communicate complex public policy issues to constituents
  • How the average citizen can have a voice in government
  • How we as Americans can make our country a better place for everyone while overcoming partisan gridlock
I share these insights in my LinkedIn newsletter, Advocacy Insights: Bridging the Gap between Citizens and Government. Whether you’re a seasoned politico or someone who just wants to help make change, you’ll find something valuable.
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