Lukas Severson

Decision-Making & Problem-Solving:

• Policy Formulation: Developing and voting on county ordinances and resolutions.
• Budget Management: Allocating and overseeing county funds.
• Strategic Planning: Contributing to the long-term vision and goals of the county.
• Crisis Management: Responding to and managing unexpected events and emergencies.
• Problem Analysis: Identifying and analyzing local issues to find effective solutions.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills:

• Public Speaking: Presenting information and engaging with constituents at meetings.
• Active Listening: Understanding the concerns and perspectives of residents and stakeholders.
• Negotiation & Mediation: Facilitating discussions and finding common ground among diverse interests.
• Written Communication: Drafting reports, letters, and official statements.
• Interpersonal Skills: Building relationships with staff, other elected officials, and the public.

Leadership & Governance:

• Leadership: Guiding county departments and initiatives.
• Collaboration: Working effectively with other commissioners and county staff.
• Oversight & Accountability: Ensuring the responsible use of public resources and the effective operation of county services.
• Understanding of Local Government: Knowledge of county operations, state laws, and intergovernmental relations.
• Constituent Engagement: Representing the interests of your constituents and responding to their needs.

Other Valuable Skills:

• Time Management: Balancing various responsibilities and commitments.
• Research & Analysis: Gathering and interpreting information relevant to county issues.
• Community Engagement: Participating in and understanding local community dynamics.
• Adaptability: Responding to changing circumstances and priorities.
• Ethical Conduct: Upholding the public trust and adhering to ethical standards.

• Oversaw studio operations for AuctionCast, optimizing land auction processes through technology.
• Developed and enforced studio policies, procedures, and protocols to enhance efficiency.
• Operated video equipment and effects generators to fulfill production needs under tight deadlines.
• Implemented safety measures adhering to industry regulations within studio environment.
• Controlled video source switching between in-studio and remote locations for seamless production.
• Maintained knowledge through ongoing education and advanced training to improve skills.
• Conducted software and systems testing to ensure quality and reliability standards.

• Executed targeted social media advertising campaigns to enhance reach and engagement.
• Managed daily content creation across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, ensuring brand voice consistency.
• Analyzed social media metrics, generating monthly reports to inform content strategies.
• Adapted strategies in response to evolving social media policies, tools, and algorithms.
• Designed graphics and visual materials for various marketing initiatives.
• Edited photographs for digital formats, including web banners and social media posts.
• Optimized video content for YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook to increase audience interaction.
• Captured and refined video footage into professional products for client presentation.

• Executed field operations, canvassing voters for 2022 Senate Runoff election.
• Crafted talking points for one-on-one and public engagement with voters.
• Leveraged social media tools to amplify candidate's message and reach voters.

• Recruited, Shifted, and Trained poll challengers on all applicable laws and procedures to help ensure a fair and safe election in the State of Minnesota. Working with affiliate groups and our networks we were able to recruit, shift, and train the most poll challengers, republicans have had in any election in Minnesota history to date.
• Coordinated efforts between local organizations working on similar initiatives in order to leverage resources more effectively.
• Analyzed voting patterns within certain districts or regions to identify potential target areas during election cycles.
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• Leveraged social media exposure to gain free and useful pushes directly with voters.
• Developed and implemented comprehensive campaign strategies to maximize the impact of campaigns.
• Directed volunteer teams and made proactive changes to maximize effectiveness.
• Attended rallies, fundraisers, debates, and interviews representing the candidate's interests.
• Organized fundraising activities to support the candidate's campaign.
• Designed targeted messaging strategies based on demographic information of constituents.
• Recruited other canvassers to strengthen campaign outreach potential.

• Managed a team of field organizers by providing guidance, training, motivation, and support.
• Developed and implemented regional field plans and strategies to increase voter engagement in local elections.
• Researched current trends in politics within the region to keep abreast of changes in the political landscape.
• Established performance metrics and accountability standards for regional staff.
• Conducted outreach activities including canvassing, phone banking, coalition building, and event coordination.
• Developed relationships with community leaders, elected officials, and other organizations to increase awareness of candidate platforms.

• Engaged in field operations, canvassing voters for 2022 Senate Runoff election
• Prepared talking points for use when engaging voters one-on-one or at public events.
• Utilized social media tools to spread awareness about the candidate's message.

• Recruited canvassers to enhance campaign outreach effectiveness.
• Educated unregistered voters on registration benefits and importance of voting.
• Developed door-to-door canvassing strategies to boost political issue awareness.
• Conducted policy research to inform voters about candidate's platform.
• Engaged individuals during canvassing to recruit volunteers for election campaigns.
• Organized neighborhood events to encourage voter participation in elections.
• Initiated contact with public to conduct surveys and gather signatures.
• Utilized data entry software for tracking canvassing progress and outcomes.