Cole Johnson
Columbia
Summary
Strategic political project manager with proven success in leading state and local campaigns, grassroots organizing, and public policy initiatives. Skilled in building coalitions, strengthening organizational infrastructure, and managing complex political operations under tight deadlines. Experienced in collaborating with legislators, stakeholders, and community leaders to advance strategic priorities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
VICTORY DIRECTOR
South Carolina Republican Party
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Managed the reorganization process for eight counties, working directly with county chairmen to ensure compliance and strategic efficiency.
- Developed and implemented customized county-specific strategies to strengthen grassroots engagement and local party infrastructure.
- Created and maintained detailed spreadsheets to track key metrics, including precinct organization, delegate recruitment, and voter outreach.
- Facilitated meetings, trainings, and speaking engagements to inform and mobilize party leaders, volunteers, and stakeholders.
- Acted as a liaison between county leadership and state/national party officials to ensure smooth communication and execution of Victory objectives.
- Provided on-the-ground support for county political operations, addressing challenges and optimizing strategies based on local dynamics.
PROJECT MANAGER
Starboard Communications
02.2024 - 11.2024
- Managed a variety of state and local political races
- Coordinated meetings and events, designed and wrote mailers, and managed social media campaigns
- Created targeted lists and edited videos to support the overall messaging strategy
- Worked closely with clients to meet their goals, including gathering op-eds, boosting social media engagement, organizing outreach to politicians, and setting up important events
REGIONAL FIELD DIRECTOR
Never Back Down for Gov. Ron DeSantis
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Oversaw and coordinated field operations in upstate South Carolina
- Planned and executed outreach events, canvassing initiatives, phone banking, and other grassroots activities
- Developed and implemented regional field strategies in alignment with overall campaign objectives
TELLER SUPERVISOR
First Community Bank
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Supervised daily transactions and teller staff, ensuring superior customer service and timely transaction processing
- Managed vault cash supply and assisted tellers in maintaining their window supplies
- Identified risks and ensured compliance with regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act
PAID CAMPAIGN STAFFER
Brandon Guffey for SC House of Representatives Campaign
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Engaged with potential voters through door-to-door campaigning
- Provided clear communication on campaign direction and promises
- Assisted with donor events and represented the campaign in public
Education
LAW & JUSTICE -
Auburn University
12.2022
Skills
- Project management
- Event organization
- Strategic campaign planning
- Social media management
- Video editing
- Data analysis
Timeline
VICTORY DIRECTOR
South Carolina Republican Party
11.2024 - 05.2025
PROJECT MANAGER
Starboard Communications
02.2024 - 11.2024
REGIONAL FIELD DIRECTOR
Never Back Down for Gov. Ron DeSantis
07.2023 - 01.2024
TELLER SUPERVISOR
First Community Bank
11.2022 - 07.2023
PAID CAMPAIGN STAFFER
Brandon Guffey for SC House of Representatives Campaign
06.2022 - 07.2022
LAW & JUSTICE -
Auburn University
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