Braden Watkins
Uhrichsville,OH
Summary
Political professional with experience in statewide campaign operations, grassroots mobilization, and stakeholder engagement. Seeking a career transition into the energy industry.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Government Affairs & Grassroots
McKinley Strategies
12.2024 - Current
- - Helped execute the national grassroots campaign for a major corporate client, coordinating with stakeholders and managing outreach strategies.
- - Organize and execute letter-writing campaigns, increasing grassroots opposition or support for policy initiatives and fostering community engagement.
- - Orchestrated media placements including op-eds and LTEs to influence public discourse.
Scheduler
Bernie Moreno for U.S. Senate
08.2024 - 12.2024
- - Managed the candidate's schedule and travel to events across the nation and throughout Ohio's 88 counties.
- - Produced and facilitated briefing documents to prepare the candidate and senior staff for major political engagements.
- - Resolved logistical conflicts to maintain a seamless campaign schedule.
Legislative Aide
Ohio House of Representatives
05.2022 - 08.2024
- - Supported legislative and policy development for Ohio's 51st District.
- - Conducted policy research and developed communications materials including speeches and press releases.
- - Managed constituent services and tracked legislative priorities.
- - Participated in the creation of two state operating and capital budgets.
Campaign Manager
Ohio House Republican Alliance
01.2024 - 03.2024
- - Led all aspects of field operations, from strategy and canvassing to volunteer recruitment and training.
- - Built coalitions with local leaders, organizations, and voters to boost outreach and turnout.
- - Managed daily campaign operations.
Campaign Manager
Ohio House Republican Alliance
08.2022 - 11.2022
- - Developed and executed campaign strategies including outreach efforts to local communities.
- - Oversaw grassroots activities and facilitated relationships with key stakeholders.
- - Managed the candidate's social media accounts.
Education
B.A. - Political Science
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05.2022
Timeline
Manager, Government Affairs & Grassroots
McKinley Strategies
12.2024 - Current
Scheduler
Bernie Moreno for U.S. Senate
08.2024 - 12.2024
Campaign Manager
Ohio House Republican Alliance
01.2024 - 03.2024
Campaign Manager
Ohio House Republican Alliance
08.2022 - 11.2022
Legislative Aide
Ohio House of Representatives
05.2022 - 08.2024
B.A. - Political Science
The Ohio State University
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