Accomplished political consultant, director, campaign manager, and field canvasser with over 10 years of experience orchestrating successful local and state campaigns.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Political Consultant
JE Field Strategy Political Consulting Firm
New Milford
01.2024 - Current
Founded JE Field Strategy Political Consulting Firm to support political campaigns and candidates.
Provided strategic advice to enhance effectiveness of political campaigns.
Developed and produced mass media content, including television, direct mail, and digital advertising.
Advised on a variety of campaign activities, including opposition research and voter polling.
Political Consultant
African Political Strategies Consulting Firm
New Milford
01.2022 - 01.2024
Co-founded African Political Strategies Consulting Firm to influence political landscapes.
Advised political campaigns and candidates on strategic initiatives and operational tactics.
Guided campaigns on opposition research, voter polling, field strategy, and mobilization efforts.
Campaign Field Organizer
Ben Bumgarner for Texas Representative House District 63
Flower Mound
01.2022 - 12.2022
Mobilized voters to participate in runoff election for Ben Bumgarner.
Organized and led party meetings, campaign events, and fundraisers as candidate representative.
Educated potential voters on issues related to 2022 Texas House District 63 Runoff Election.
Trained volunteers, interns, and field organizers in data entry, canvassing, and voter registration tasks.
Campaign Manager
Jude Ezeh for New Milford Town-Council
New Milford
01.2021 - 12.2022
Developed campaign strategies that enhanced success for political candidates and team members.
Collaborated with campaign team to implement strategic plans effectively.
Planned and executed multiple political events, including bi-monthly Candidate Meet & Greets.
Trained and motivated campaign volunteers on election platforms.
Political Consultant
Oyin Owolabi for Mayor of Milburn Short-Hills Township
Millburn
01.2020 - 12.2021
Planned and executed political events, including fundraisers, meet-and-greets, and town halls.
Conducted voter research and demographic analysis to inform strategic decisions.
Provided research-based advice and suggestions to enhance campaign effectiveness.
Assisted in developing and implementing comprehensive campaign and event strategies.
Campaign Field Director
Micheal J. Putrino for Mayor of New Milford
New Milford
01.2019 - 12.2020
Developed comprehensive campaign field strategy in collaboration with campaign manager and finance director.
Implemented all aspects of campaign field strategy to enhance operational effectiveness.
Participated in planning and execution of media relations to support campaign objectives.
Political Director
College Democrats of New Jersey (CDNJ)
Trenton
01.2018 - 12.2019
Evaluated local precincts with campaign team to strategize for enhanced voter turnout.
Coordinated distribution of literature and commercial endorsements with campaign staff and candidate.
Directed outreach efforts to Hispanic and African communities to promote culturally inclusive candidate appeal.
Collaborated with candidates to develop a unified message for election year.
Northern Regional Director & Canvasser
College Democrats of America (CDA)
Washington
01.2017 - 12.2018
Directed over 70 field staff to successfully achieve operational objectives.
Managed hiring and development processes for all personnel.
Mobilized field staff with impactful messaging to improve outreach efforts.
Established northern region chairs to strengthen voter engagement strategies.
New Jersey District 37th Campaign Canvasser
Senator Gordon Johnson
Maywood
01.2016 - 12.2017
Mobilized Northern New Jersey District 37 voters to engage with candidates and key issues.
Facilitated voter turnout efforts before, during, and after Senatorial and Assembly Elections.
Educated voters on critical stakes of the election to enhance informed decision-making.
Contributed to production of candidates' campaign advertisements to boost visibility.
Education
Master of Arts - Political Science and Government
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, New Jersey, USA
05-2022
Texas Campaign Academy School - Campaign Academy
Texas for Responsible Government
San Antonio, Texas, USA
01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, New Jersey, USA
01.2020
Minor degree - Biology Science
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, New Jersey, USA
01.2018
Associate Degree - General Science Studies
Bergen Community College
Paramus, New Jersey, USA
01.2015
Skills
Fundraising and budgeting
Research and analysis
Media and public relations
Campaign coordination
Dependability and precision
Strategic planning
Public speaking
Writing excellence
Political networking
Event planning and management
Polling and statistical analysis
References
References available upon request.
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to work
Work Type
Full Time
Location Preference
HybridOn-SiteRemote
Salary Range
$45000/yr - $200000/yr
Timeline
Political Consultant
JE Field Strategy Political Consulting Firm
01.2024 - Current
Political Consultant
African Political Strategies Consulting Firm
01.2022 - 01.2024
Campaign Field Organizer
Ben Bumgarner for Texas Representative House District 63
01.2022 - 12.2022
Campaign Manager
Jude Ezeh for New Milford Town-Council
01.2021 - 12.2022
Political Consultant
Oyin Owolabi for Mayor of Milburn Short-Hills Township