Katlin Viar
Saint Clair Shores,MI
Summary
Accomplished communicator offering six years of experience and looking for challenging, growth-oriented position. Adept at developing solid partnerships, cementing public support and building strong teams.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Engagement Director and Digital Media Manager
Americans for Prosperity
02.2023 - Current
- Work with local leaders to build and maintain coalitions that can effectually advocate for policy reform and mobilize public support.
- Streamlined internal processes for improved efficiency in project planning and execution.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on integrated marketing campaigns for maximum impact.
- Maximized ROI on ad spend by allocating budget strategically across various digital channels based on performance insights.
Senate Communications and Policy
Michigan State Senate
11.2020 - 02.2023
- Created, designed, implemented, and integrated social media plans across all platforms regarding current legislation for 8 State Senators.
- Monitored committees and tracked legislation for member offices including summaries and extensive mail programs.
- Set up in-district events statewide for State Senators to meet their constituents regularly.
- Created and executed branding and incumbency plans across a variety of state senate districts.
Legislative Aide for State Senator Michael MacDonald
Michigan State Senate
01.2020 - 11.2020
- Managed constituent casework, effectively addressing concerns and resolving issues in a timely manner.
- Assisted in the development of weekly press releases, newsletters, and social media content to keep constituents informed about legislative activities.
- Coordinated the Senator's schedule with stakeholders, constituents, and session dates.
- Collaborated with lobbyists, interest groups, and other policymakers to gain support for the legislator''s initiatives .
Regional Field Director for Macomb County
Republican National Committee
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Empowered, managed, and supervised a staff of 6 field organizers, 30 stakeholders, and 50 volunteers to execute a grassroots network of a strategic and targeted telephone plan and walk plan using the latest technology.
- Implemented innovative processes for tracking team performance, leading to increased productivity and enhanced collaboration among staff members.
- Coordinated logistical aspects of regional events, ensuring smooth operations and successful outcomes.
Community Specialist and Crisis Intervention
Gryphon Place
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Consulted with non-profits and charities in the community to assist the inquirer's needs as well as advocate for the community member when necessary, so that the community members' needs were met.
- Counseling people in danger of harming themselves or others, and helping community members deal with other distressing issues, such as grief, loss, suicide, and bereavement.
- Prevented escalation of incidents through proactive de-escalation techniques and conflict resolution skills in 50 cases.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in services or resources within the community, leading to targeted improvements in program offerings.
Field Organizer for Macomb County
Michigan Republican Party
05.2018 - 11.2018
- Organized grassroots field operations for state and federal candidates for State Legislature and U.S Congress.
- Managed over 100 people, paid staffers, and others for the largest local “get out the vote” campaign in Macomb County history.
- Advised local candidates on crisis management, political issues, and the latest campaign management technology.
- Analyzed data from outreach efforts to inform future strategies and optimize resource allocation.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Political Science & American Public Policy
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MIPolitical Leadership Program -
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI12.2023
Skills
- Press Release Creation
- Campaign Execution
- Relationship Management
- Legislation Tracking
- Policy advocacy
Languages
Persian
Elementary
Software
Canva
Photoshop
Adobe
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Engagement Director and Digital Media Manager
Americans for Prosperity
02.2023 - Current
Senate Communications and Policy
Michigan State Senate
11.2020 - 02.2023
Legislative Aide for State Senator Michael MacDonald
Michigan State Senate
01.2020 - 11.2020
Regional Field Director for Macomb County
Republican National Committee
05.2019 - 01.2020
Community Specialist and Crisis Intervention
Gryphon Place
01.2019 - 05.2019
Field Organizer for Macomb County
Michigan Republican Party
05.2018 - 11.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Political Science & American Public Policy
Western Michigan University
Political Leadership Program -
Michigan State University
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