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Jennifer Maddox Sirmons

Houston,TX

Summary

Compassionate Voter Outreach Specialist with notable experience in community engagement, GOTV initiatives, voter registration and outreach, and event planning. Exceptional ability to develop strategic partnerships and collaborations for improved community outreach. Successfully implemented programs that increased awareness and improved access to resources. Strong interpersonal skills, complemented by a proven ability to foster positive relationships within diverse cultures and communities.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Political Consultant

Advantage Communications
Houston, TX
06.2016 - Current
  • Developed strategic communication plans for political campaigns.
  • Conducted research on political trends and voter demographics.
  • Advised clients on media relations and public engagement strategies.
  • Coordinated events and rallies to promote campaign initiatives.
  • Analyzed polling data to adjust campaign strategies effectively.
  • Collaborated with campaigns to align messaging across platforms.

Fundraiser/ Donor Outreach

S. Turner/ E. Lee Carter for Congress Campaign
Houston, TX
08.2024 - 01.2025
  • Cultivated relationships with potential donors to enhance fundraising operations.
  • Composed formal correspondence and promotional materials for prospective sponsors.
  • Engaged PACs, local ministers, elected officials, stakeholders and local business owners for endorsements and contributions.
  • Collected financial commitments from donors through in-person meetings and ActBlue.
  • Planned and executed a fundraising event generating over $60,000 in two weeks.

Teacher Specialist

Houston ISD, Regional Consulting
Houston, TX
01.2024 - 06.2024

Collaborated with teachers to optimize instructional strategies and resource allocation.

  • Analyzed student performance data to guide curriculum adjustments and targeted interventions.
  • Taught children in small groups and individually, reinforcing essential learning concepts.
  • Developed individualized lesson plans addressing diverse student needs.
  • Achieved a minimum 10% increase in test scores for students.

Voter Outreach Specialist

Sheila Jackson Lee for Mayor
Houston, TX
06.2023 - 12.2023
  • Conducted door-to-door canvassing to promote campaign initiatives and collect feedback.
  • Trained over 100 local college students and seniors on effective phone banking protocols.
  • Organized volunteer training sessions focused on successful canvassing strategies.
  • Maintained accurate records of voter interactions and community engagement efforts.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve voter turnout strategies.

Regional Organizer, Field Organizer

Bloomberg 2020 Presidential Campaign
Houston, TX
12.2019 - 03.2020
  • Conducted outreach by knocking on over 3,000 doors across 10 districts in Harris County.
  • Reached out to over 25,000 voters through targeted phone calls.
  • Submitted and reviewed reports with supervisor to ensure accuracy.
  • Assisted in preparing comprehensive reports on community engagement activities for stakeholders.
  • Organized office space by ordering supplies, setting up equipment, and maintaining cleanliness.
  • Implemented organizational performance initiatives, effectively communicating standards and requirements.
  • Collaborated with management to develop strategies enhancing workplace efficiency.
  • Participated in weekly training sessions and strategy briefings to improve skills.

Volunteer Coordinator

Letitia Plummer Houston City Council Run-Off
Houston, TX
11.2019 - 01.2020
  • Recruited over 50 volunteers, enhancing team capacity and voter outreach, and GOTV efforts.
  • Retained 85% of volunteers through effective communication and sustained involvement.
  • Delivered training and mentoring on phone banking, canvassing, data entry, and fieldwork.
  • Maintained a comprehensive database of supporters for targeted outreach.
  • Created a script for canvassing and phone banking to standardize messaging.

Field Organizer, Volunteer Coordinator, Assistant

Carla Brailey for City Council
Houston, TX
07.2019 - 11.2019
  • Evaluated the work of 12 staff members and 25 volunteers to ensure that programs met the goals of the campaign, and that resources were used effectively.
  • Established and maintained relationships with other grassroots agencies and organizations in the community to learn community needs and to ensure that services are not duplicated.
  • Directed the activities of paid staff members and volunteers, and tracked progress in VAN.
  • Researched and analyzed neighborhood and community needs to determine campaign directions and strategies.
  • Implemented staff and volunteer training programs.
  • Created and updated calendar of 1-5 daily speaking engagements, super neighborhood meetings, candidate forums, debates, and special appearances.
  • Led weekly 45 minute training sessions with new volunteers.

Theater Teacher and Outreach Coordinator

Northeast Cultural Arts Council
Houston, TX
12.2012 - 07.2016
  • Engaged board members and donors to ensure alignment on timelines and expectations.
  • Cultivated relationships to mobilize community participation and encourage involvement.
  • Acted as primary representative for community members, churches, schools, and local politicians.
  • Mentored 120 students aged five to 15 in theater acting techniques and stage performance.
  • Coordinated auditions and managed casting processes for theater productions and talent showcases.
  • Facilitated collaborative projects with local arts organizations to enhance community involvement.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication, Public Relations

Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GA

Skills

  • Cultural competency
  • Adaptability under pressure
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Social justice advocacy
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Passionate public speaker with engaging presentation skills
  • Relationship builder
  • Ability to collaborate on a team to accomplish goals
  • Multi-tasks in order of priority to meet deadlines
  • Willingness to work with a diverse range of groups, including all communities, ethnicities, religions, cultural, and social groups from different backgrounds
  • Ability to meet goals and reporting requirements on a weekly basis under strict deadlines

Timeline

Fundraiser/ Donor Outreach

S. Turner/ E. Lee Carter for Congress Campaign
08.2024 - 01.2025

Teacher Specialist

Houston ISD, Regional Consulting
01.2024 - 06.2024

Voter Outreach Specialist

Sheila Jackson Lee for Mayor
06.2023 - 12.2023

Regional Organizer, Field Organizer

Bloomberg 2020 Presidential Campaign
12.2019 - 03.2020

Volunteer Coordinator

Letitia Plummer Houston City Council Run-Off
11.2019 - 01.2020

Field Organizer, Volunteer Coordinator, Assistant

Carla Brailey for City Council
07.2019 - 11.2019

Political Consultant

Advantage Communications
06.2016 - Current

Theater Teacher and Outreach Coordinator

Northeast Cultural Arts Council
12.2012 - 07.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication, Public Relations

Clark Atlanta University