CHARRISE LANE
Tallahassee
Summary
Dynamic Government Affairs and Public Relations Professional with a proven track record in strategic communication, marketing, and media relations within government and political spheres. Expert in impactful messaging, crisis communications, and stakeholder engagement. Experienced in legislative support, policy analysis, and crafting communication strategies for legislative proposals to drive public engagement and legislative success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
OPS Executive Secretary
Florida House of Representatives
Tallahassee
01.2026 - Current
- Managed executive calendars and scheduled appointments effectively.
- Maintained confidential files and organized important documents securely.
- Communicated with internal teams and external partners professionally.
- Greeted and directed visitors, answered phone calls, and provided general administrative support.
- Provided assistance in resolving constituents' complaints or inquiries in a timely manner.
- Practiced bill filing and bill tracking.
- Created and maintained computer and paper-based filing and organization systems for records, reports, and documents.
Congressional Intern
Congressman Byron Donalds' Office
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Acquired a comprehensive understanding of legislative processes, including bill drafting and policy analysis.
- Authored legislative memos that effectively summarized policy issues and informed decision-making for stakeholders.
- Collaborated with congressional staffers and team members, supporting legislative initiatives, and improving communication effectiveness.
Congressional Intern
Congressman Rick Crawford's Office
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Gained practical insights into legislative processes, enhancing understanding of policy development and bill advancement through hands-on involvement.
- Acquired proficiency in drafting legislative memos, effectively conveying essential information to support policy decisions and legislative strategies.
- Collaborated with congressional staff and team members, successfully advancing legislative initiatives and fostering productive working relationships.
Communications Intern
FAMU Career and Professional Development Center
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Authored engaging blog content for the Career Center.
- Developed and edited newsletters.
- Facilitated effective communication with students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Relations, Political Science
Florida A&M School of Journalism And Graphic Communication
12-2025
Associate of Arts -
Valencia College
05-2023
Skills
- Public relations
- Team leadership
- Media appearances
- PowerPoint presentation
- Policy development
- Government affairs
- Team collaboration
- Political commentary
- Social media management
- Policy review
- Bill tracking and filing
- Document organization
- Policy analysis
- Analytical skills
- Problem resolution
Media Appearances
- Fox News
- ABC News
- NBC News
- Newsmax
Timeline
OPS Executive Secretary
Florida House of Representatives
01.2026 - Current
Communications Intern
FAMU Career and Professional Development Center
10.2025 - 12.2025
Congressional Intern
Congressman Byron Donalds' Office
06.2023 - 07.2023
Congressional Intern
Congressman Rick Crawford's Office
06.2022 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Public Relations, Political Science
Florida A&M School of Journalism And Graphic Communication
Associate of Arts -
Valencia College