Damon Gardner
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Strategic political communicator and digital campaigns leader with 20+ years of experience spanning public service, civic organizing, and legislative outreach. Proven success in digital content strategy, persuasive writing, grassroots engagement, and partnership development. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Political Management at George Washington University. Passionate about using digital tools to advance progressive causes, build coalitions, and inspire civic participation.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital Campaigns Lead (Political Action Chair)
NAACP Arlington Branch
01.2013 - Current
- Directed digital outreach for the Political Action Committee, including email alerts, GOTV messaging, and voter education
- Managed online communications for events and forums, reaching over 5,000 community members
- Created digital content using Canva; increased engagement by 35% across Facebook and email platforms
- Coordinated youth-focused campaigns with school districts that reached 800+ students
- Recruited and trained a digital volunteer team of 25+; managed outreach workflow
- Wrote 40+ campaign reports guiding strategy based on engagement and turnout metrics
- This is a long-term leadership role held on a volunteer basis in coordination with NAACP’s civic and policy efforts.
Digital Communications & Fundraising Coordinator (Volunteer)
Ruby Faye Woolridge for Congress & City Council
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Drafted digital fundraising appeals and donor engagement content
- Managed campaign social media pages and multimedia content creation
- Supported SMS/email campaigns via Mailchimp and campaign CRM tools
- Maintained campaign website and donation platforms
- Trained volunteers in digital canvassing and online outreach strategy
Assistant Public Safety Support Manager
City of Fort Worth Police Department
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Company Overview: Police Department
- Authored reports and internal communications used in policy briefings and legislative proposals at the state and federal levels.
- Monitored media and legislative developments relevant to 911 operations and briefed leadership on implications for local operations.
- Drafted official correspondence, public statements, and media responses in coordination with City PR teams.
- Served as Communications Division’s public liaison for press and external stakeholder meetings.
- Represented department at legislative conferences and drafted public safety policy letters
Communications Supervisor
City of Fort Worth
01.1996 - 01.2012
- Company Overview: Police Department
- Supervised dispatch and emergency communications across high-volume shifts
- Supported messaging strategies during crisis events, managing dispatch communications and collaborating with media/public relations teams.
- Trained and mentored communications staff in effective information delivery and message accuracy under pressure.
- Maintained 97% call response within 14 seconds.
- Developed SOPs and training programs; led during citywide emergency activations.
- Partnered with media teams for public communications during crises
Education
Master of Professional Studies - Political Management
George Washington University
Washington, DC11-2026
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management & Public Safety Telecommunications
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL08-2015
Skills
- Digital Content Creation
- Social Media Management
- Email Marketing & CRM Tools
- Political Communications Strategy
- Research & Opposition Analysis
- Campaign Organizing
- Media Monitoring & List-Building
- Writing & Editing
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Event Planning & Logistics
- Project Management
Affiliations And Awards
- PAC Chair, NAACP Arlington Branch, 2013–Present
- Civilian Supervisor of the Year, Fort Worth Police Department, 2001, 2011
- Former Legislative Committee Member & Regional Coordinator, NENA
Open To Remote Opportunities
True
Skills
Canva, Constant Contact, Mailchimp, Facebook, Twitter/X, Google Workspace, Zoom, Blackboard Connect, Email Automation, SMS Outreach, Email & Fundraising Messaging, Voter Engagement, Grassroots Organizing, Legislative Briefs, Digital Content Creation, Policy Communication, Volunteer Management, Team Supervision, Stakeholder Engagement, Public Speaking, Data Reporting, Crisis Communication, Equity-Driven Strategy
Timeline
Digital Communications & Fundraising Coordinator (Volunteer)
Ruby Faye Woolridge for Congress & City Council
01.2016 - 01.2020
Digital Campaigns Lead (Political Action Chair)
NAACP Arlington Branch
01.2013 - Current
Assistant Public Safety Support Manager
City of Fort Worth Police Department
01.2012 - 01.2019
Communications Supervisor
City of Fort Worth
01.1996 - 01.2012
Master of Professional Studies - Political Management
George Washington University
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management & Public Safety Telecommunications
Jacksonville State University
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