Jessica Hudgens
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Government affairs professional with experience in policy analysis, legislative research, and stakeholder engagement. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving impactful results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in communication, problem-solving, and strategic thinking, with reputation for reliability and effectiveness in high-pressure environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Change Worker- UC Votes
UC Center for Community Engagement
07.2024 - Current
- Led efforts that successfully increased voter registration rates by 4.3% and turnout on campus by 20.21% implementing targeted outreach programs and simplifying registration processes.
- Promoted civic engagement among students through voter registration drives, in-class and club presentations, and educational workshops focused on candidates and ballot issues affecting their communities.
- Conducted voter outreach by mailing and tracking voter registration cards throughout campus.
- Facilitated voter registration tabling, ensuring that students were informed about their voting rights and responsibilities.
Guest Service Team Member
Target
06.2022 - Current
- Resolved customer complaints with professionalism and empathy, resulting in increased customer loyalty.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly, maintaining composure during busy periods or difficult interactions.
- Trained new hires on company policies and best practices, fostering a positive team environment.
Library Student Assistant
University of Cincinnati Blue Ash Library
12.2020 - 11.2021
- Created displays highlighting community information and special events
- Updated catalog selection and displays based on current interest trends and pre-cataloging tasks
- Guided reference requests and assisted with research projects
- Updated database frequently on in-stock selections
Social Media Content Coordinator
Savanna Redden for Congress
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Analyzed market data to determine and target key audiences or segments
- Created benchmarks for measuring impact of social media programs to analyze and report on effectiveness of campaigns
- Produced blog posts, pay-per-click ads, and promotional content
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, International Affairs
The University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH05.2025
Skills
- Voter registration
- Political communication
- Policy analysis
- Research
- Statistical Analysis
- Leadership
Training
- Director of State Advocacy for Undergraduate Student Government, 2022-23
- Senator at Large for Undergraduate Student Government, 2023-24
- Chair of Governmental Relations Committee for Undergraduate Student Government, 2024-25
Awards
- MLK Embodiment of Hope Award 2025
- Outstanding Senator at Large Award 2024
- Mercy McAuley Silver Medal Service Award
- ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge Standout Student Group Award
Timeline
Social Change Worker- UC Votes
UC Center for Community Engagement
07.2024 - Current
Guest Service Team Member
Target
06.2022 - Current
Social Media Content Coordinator
Savanna Redden for Congress
06.2021 - 07.2021
Library Student Assistant
University of Cincinnati Blue Ash Library
12.2020 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, International Affairs
The University of Cincinnati
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