JAIDYN WATKINS
Dallas
Summary
Public affairs and communications professional with experience in legislative research, policy analysis, strategic messaging, and stakeholder engagement. Skilled at translating complex policy into actionable insights, with a background in constituent services, student government, and community advocacy.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Constituent Services Aide
Office of Texas State Senator Nathan Johnson
Dallas
09.2025 - Current
- Synthesized legislative research and constituent concerns into internal memos that informed policy decisions, casework strategies, and community response efforts.
- Drafted clear, targeted correspondence and briefing materials that communicated policy impacts and accurately reflected the Senator’s positions on key district issues.
- Collaborated with staff to strengthen the Senator’s connection to the district through strategic constituent communication, public events, and community-focused initiatives.
- Analyzed case trends and emerging community needs in areas such as healthcare, housing, and employment to inform data-driven outreach strategies, and constituent engagement efforts.
Office & Public Relations Assistant
Off the Bone Barbeque
Dallas
06.2023 - 09.2025
- Drafted and maintained external communications with partners, vendors, and customers.
- Designed and executed promotional strategies that attracted new customers and retained loyal clientele.
- Analyzed daily sales summaries, constructed revenue charts, and assessed losses to support management decisions.
- Streamlined bookkeeping tasks while preserving accuracy in financial records, guaranteeing reliable reporting.
- Supported event planning efforts by organizing logistics and coordinating vendors.
- Researched industry trends and competitor activities to inform strategic decisions.
Vice President
Student Government Association - University of North Texas
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Directed strategic communications between the student body and university leadership, shaping messaging for initiatives affecting over 40,000 students.
- Directed a department of over 20 members, leading communications, event planning, and legislative initiatives.
- Analyzed student data and feedback to identify policy gaps and inform administrative recommendations.
- Drafted legislation, resolutions, and policy proposals, translating student needs into actionable reform items.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
University of North Texas
Denton, TX05.2025
Skills
- Government communications
- Policy analysis
- Strategic communication
- Community engagement
- Stakeholder engagement
- Analytical thinking
- Writing and editing
- Message development
- Detail-oriented
Websites
Timeline
Constituent Services Aide
Office of Texas State Senator Nathan Johnson
09.2025 - Current
Vice President
Student Government Association - University of North Texas
05.2024 - 06.2025
Office & Public Relations Assistant
Off the Bone Barbeque
06.2023 - 09.2025
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
University of North Texas