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Jon Hollis

Jon Hollis

Dallas

Summary

Dynamic Campaign Manager with 6 years of hands-on experience in Republican politics, including leading successful campaigns, developing voter targeting strategies, and coordinating grassroots outreach, complemented by over 15 years in high-stakes film and television production management. Expert in thriving within fast-paced, high-pressure environments, orchestrating complex logistics for large-scale projects, and consistently delivering results on time and within multimillion-dollar budgets. Proficient in team leadership, strategic negotiation, innovative problem-solving, and fostering stakeholder satisfaction to drive electoral victories and operational excellence.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Campaign Manager

Machelle Wells for City Council
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Drove campaign results by designing and executing targeted Vote Goals and Get-Out-The-Vote (GOTV) strategies to maximize voter engagement and turnout.
  • Led the creation and implementation of all campaign designs and materials, delivering cohesive and impactful messaging tailored to key audiences.
  • Recruited and collaborated with diverse voter coalitions to align campaign objectives, messaging, and target demographics, expanding support and influence.
  • Performed in-depth post-campaign analysis, utilizing data-driven insights to identify successes, address improvement areas, and inform strategies for future initiatives.

Media Consultant

Dallas Hero
08.2024 - 11.2024

Propositions S,T,U

  • Produced, directed, and edited high-impact viral video content to amplify candidate messaging and engage broad audiences.
  • Conducted compelling stakeholder and voter video interviews to highlight key perspectives and build authentic connections with target demographics.
  • Delivered dynamic live event video content, capturing real-time moments to enhance campaign visibility and voter outreach.

Committee Chair

Dallas County Republican Party
01.2025 - Current

Fight Local Committee

  • Spearheaded committee initiatives to elevate the Dallas County Republican Party’s (DCRP) visibility and reputation across Dallas County through strategic awareness campaigns.
  • Coordinated and facilitated testimony at City Hall, ensuring effective representation of DCRP priorities and positions.
  • Collaborated with project staff to align and streamline committee-related activities, enhancing operational coordination and impact.
  • Expanded community outreach programs, strengthening DCRP’s engagement with local communities and fostering broader support.
  • Conducted volunteer interviews and coordinated recruitment efforts.

Committee Member

Dallas County Republican Party
04.2025 - Current

Candidate Recruitment Committee

  • Developed strategic Vote Goals for all potential races, optimizing voter outreach and engagement plans.
  • Contributed to identifying Target Race List by analyzing projected voter trends to prioritize winnable contests.
  • Evaluated and recruited high-potential candidates, assessing viability.

Media Consultant

Diane Benjamin for City Council
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Created compelling banner content for digital platforms, enhancing candidate visibility and engagement across online channels.
  • Advised on the development and rollout of text messaging campaigns, crafting targeted content to drive voter outreach.
  • Expanded the candidate’s supporter base by strategically networking at professional and political events.

State Field Director

My Vote Counts in Texas
04.2022 - 11.2024
  • Directed volunteer recruitment and training across the Dallas-Fort Worth area, building a robust and motivated grassroots network.
  • Designed and developed the campaign website, creating a user-friendly and visually appealing platform.
  • Crafted all graphics, branding, and media for digital and print, ensuring consistent, high-impact messaging.
  • Produced and edited dynamic video content, delivering compelling narratives to boost organizational visibility.

Campaign Consultant

Brad Namdar for Congress
03.2021 - 10.2021
  • Delivered strategic expertise and critical resources to ensure a successful campaign launch.
  • Spearheaded interviews and selection of key campaign roles, including General Consultants, Treasurer, Campaign Compliance, and Fundraisers, to build a high-performing team.
  • Developed a targeted District Voter Target and Vote Goals Strategy, optimizing voter outreach and engagement.
  • Crafted a preliminary campaign budget, aligning financial resources with strategic priorities.

Real Estate Agent

Smart City Locating
09.2024 - Current
  • Locate Residences for Clients, Schedule Appointments, Guide Showings
  • Negotiate Deals, Present Offers, Close Deals

VIP Promoter Live Events

TinePublic
06.2024 - Current
  • Lead North American VIP Ticket Sales for Political Live Events, as well as VIP Private Group Bundling with corporations, politicians, and organizations.
  • Tucker Carlson Live Tour 2024
  • Megyn Kelly Live Tour 2025

Production Manager

EarthxTV
09.2021 - 05.2024
  • Managed all aspects of production for a nature and climate-based television network, including budgeting, scheduling, crew management, and equipment coordination.
  • Oversaw multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to network standards and deadlines.
  • Spearheaded all Live Event Production for annual conferences, expos, and networking events.

Director of Production

TBNR
01.2021 - 06.2021
  • Directed production for four simultaneous IRL YouTube channels featuring three high-profile influencers with a combined subscriber base exceeding 20 million.
  • Led a large, dynamic team to produce top-quality content, meeting stringent deadlines and budget constraints with high standards.
  • Managed budgeting, scheduling, and oversaw post-production processes, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
  • Collaborated seamlessly with talent, sponsors, and external vendors to streamline project execution.

Location Manager

Fox/ABC/Netflix
09.2015 - 10.2019
  • Directed a skilled team to secure and manage filming locations for high-profile, A-list television shows.
  • Expertly navigated complex permitting processes, achieving a high on-time filming rate while consistently staying within budget.
  • Oversaw budgets up to $750,000 per episode, optimizing resource allocation to support high-quality production outcomes.
  • Specialized in large-scale logistics and planning, with a focus on coordinating major stunts to enhance production value and safety.
  • Served as the primary liaison and public face of the production, fostering positive community relations.

Line Producer/Production Manager

Film Industry
10.2012 - 09.2015
  • Managed and executed project budgets ranging from $200,000 to $5,000,000.
  • Recruited and hired all crew members, approved departmental budgets, purchase orders, and invoices.
  • Secured all necessary support equipment and negotiated cast and crew deal memos and contracts, optimizing resources and terms.
  • Reported directly to Executive Producers and Financiers, providing clear, strategic updates to ensure alignment with vision.

Assistant Director

Film Industry
07.2009 - 10.2012
  • Orchestrated production workflows to ensure projects stayed on schedule and within budget, maintaining efficiency across filming.
  • Developed and implemented detailed daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules and shoot plans.
  • Collaborated closely with the director to ensure their creative vision was executed seamlessly by all support crew.
  • Upheld rigorous on-set safety protocols, proactively mitigating risks to protect cast, crew, and production assets.
  • Facilitated clear communication between departments, streamlining on-set operations and resolving issues to maintain momentum.


Education

Campaign Leadership College - Campaign Management

Leadership Institute
Arlington, VA
06.2025

BFA Acting Program

Trinity Western University
Langley, BC
05.2011

Theater Arts

Fresno City College
12.2009

Skills

  • Campaign Management
  • Vote Goals
  • Negotiation
  • Market Research
  • Site Procurement
  • Project Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Client Communication
  • Budgeting & Financial Analysis
  • Microsoft Officer Suite
  • Adobe Creative Suite

Additional Client List

911 (FOX), Mixed-ish (ABC), Veronica Mars (Warner Bros), Grace & Frankie (Netflix), America Horror Story (FOX), The Kids Are Alright (ABC), Paramount (and more...), Land Rover, Canon, Hewlett Packard, RuckPack (and more...), Comedy Central, Maker Studios, Disney, TV Land, CBS (and more…)

Timeline

Committee Member

Dallas County Republican Party
04.2025 - Current

Campaign Manager

Machelle Wells for City Council
01.2025 - 05.2025

Committee Chair

Dallas County Republican Party
01.2025 - Current

Media Consultant

Diane Benjamin for City Council
01.2025 - 05.2025

Real Estate Agent

Smart City Locating
09.2024 - Current

Media Consultant

Dallas Hero
08.2024 - 11.2024

VIP Promoter Live Events

TinePublic
06.2024 - Current

State Field Director

My Vote Counts in Texas
04.2022 - 11.2024

Production Manager

EarthxTV
09.2021 - 05.2024

Campaign Consultant

Brad Namdar for Congress
03.2021 - 10.2021

Director of Production

TBNR
01.2021 - 06.2021

Location Manager

Fox/ABC/Netflix
09.2015 - 10.2019

Line Producer/Production Manager

Film Industry
10.2012 - 09.2015

Assistant Director

Film Industry
07.2009 - 10.2012

Campaign Leadership College - Campaign Management

Leadership Institute

BFA Acting Program

Trinity Western University

Theater Arts

Fresno City College