A Political Canvasser works for election campaigns, ballot referendum campaigns, and ongoing political advocacy or fundraising campaigns for a variety of causes. The job description varies based on the canvassing needs of the party, however, the following core duties are found on the Political Canvasser Resume– knocking door-to-door in residential neighborhoods and other places and canvassing about the upcoming elections, assisting to attend meetings, and conferences sponsored by management; memorizing and reciting prepared sales scripts and statements; obtaining other’s view or information from potential voters and clients; making cold calls; responding to questions, and recruiting and training new canvassers.
Candidates seeking this role must mention on the resume the following skills and abilities – friendly and trustworthy; good salesmanship, high level of physical abilities, time management skills, and adaptability. Besides, multiline telephones, standard writing tools, the job applicant should be able to use all types of navigational tools, and paper tools. Employers seek applicants having a high school diploma or GED.
Objective : Political Canvasser is Memorizing and reciting candidates' bio and policy positions,& Demonstrating a vast knowledge of the candidate's policies to convince people to vote for him, Getting information, such as contact details and signatures, from potential voters, Confidently answering questions and rebuff excuses to meet objectives.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Bilingual- Spanish.
Description :
Able to talk to voters about candidate running for position.
Lasted on the job from first day to the last day of the campaign.
Educated the public about Bonilla and what her accomplishments were.
Used Communication skills: able to communicate effectively Active listener.
Listened to the individual I was talking to and brought back to the office any concerns they might of had.
Had the ability to turn a negative voter into a positive one.
Made a positive day out of every situation.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Diploma In Communication
Political Canvasser Resume
Objective : Political Canvasser is Communicating with voters at doors about our candidate, Setting up yard signs on their lawns if they are interested, Tracking canvassing data on our mobile application using a smartphone or tablet.
Skills : Microsoft Word, Planning, Canvasser.
Description :
Get supporters of the LBGT community to donate towards the non-profit's current cause.
Talked to people on the street and was able to encourage them to donate anywhere from small amounts to as high as hundreds of dollars.
Able to talk and converse with strangers about controversial and hard-hitting issues that most are uncomfortable with.
Able to deal with rude and aggressive patrons who did not have the same views as our organisation with an appropriate attitude, as I still had to represent EQCA.
Supported with community outreach and/or voter engagement in Asian American and Pacific Islander communities by phone banking and door knocking.
Understood or interested in reproductive rights and health, immigrant justice, economic justice, and/or voter education and rights.
Worked in a team and communicate effectively with team and potential members.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Political Canvasser Resume
Headline : Purpose for this resume is to provide a snapshot of past experiences and achievements that demonstrate the abilities and skills I can offer to potential employers. The desired outcome from this would be a strong long lasting professional relationship in which both an employer and I can mutually benefit from the hard work and dedication that I can bring to any work environment.
Skills : Punctual, Fast Learner, Team Player, Excellent People.
Description :
Made phone calls to people to see if they were interested in voting for Janice Hahn.
Became a voice in my community and felt as if I guided others to change even if it was a small effort.
Used The skills that I demonstrated during this volunteer opportunity was mostly just leadership.
Learned how to be my own individual and speak up for myself.
Learned how to be a team player since I did have to work with someone when I had to go door to door.
Built a team of highly trained canvassers.
Worked with a recruitment team to develop and implement recruitment plans.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Associate's
Political Canvasser Resume
Objective : A highly ambitious and team-spirited individual with a passion for customer satisfaction. Dependable to develop, motivate and train others with excellent delegation and follow up. Possess strong leadership and financial skills combined with coursework in psychology. Skilled at maintaining strong business relationships with management, customers, employees and vendors.
Skills : Microsoft PowerPoint, Business Management.
Description :
Followed applicable state and local election laws and county elections division policies and procedures.
Answered voter registration questions within the scope of assigned duties.
Picked up and deliver election materials prior to opening and after closing each day.
Trained newly hires.
Utilised a list of registered voters provided by the company to collect signature by knocking on residents doors.
Collected signatures at train stations and other high volume areas during busy hours.
Talked constantly to at least 200 people a day trying to convince them to vote for the candidate we represented.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
BA In General Studies
Political Canvasser Resume
Objective : Political Canvasser is Experienced working in CRMs and excel spreadsheets,& Researching my candidates views on social issues, Reporting to my manager daily with responses of people I spoke to, Collecting petitions for the next campaign to stop the overuse of antibiotics on factory farms Accomplishments I gained a stronger sense of work ethic.
Skills : Planning, Canvasser.
Description :
Educated a great number of people on some pressing political issues.
Brought the community together to solve these issues.
Used Determination, customer service, memorisation, work ethic, maintaining positive attitude.
Travelled on foot in many communities in central Minnesota.
Identified, contacted, and briefed the Political Director on key regional actors.
Identified, supported and maintained critical outreach-related databases.
Managed database contacts in coordination with the Political Director
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Political Canvasser Resume
Objective : Interested in finding employment with a reputable company which will utilise my skills and where challenging opportunities are available to contribute towards the development of the organisation.
Skills : Data Entry, Verbal Communication, Basic Computer .
Description :
Spoke to Working America members to inform undecided voters of the issues and where the candidate stood.
Able to convince many apathetic voters to voice their opinions by voting.
Did tally sheets at the end of the night.
Used A knowledge of the issues And the candidates stance on those issues.
Assisted the Political Director with event planning, recruitment, and logistics.
Provided on-site support for trainings, meetings, conferences, and networking events.
Followed relevant local news stories and briefing the Political Director.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
Associate In Science Degree
Political Canvasser Resume
Summary : Political Canvasser with 4 years of experience in Providing information to potential voters about the issues that they care about, and How a particular candidate feels about the same issues, whether it was Universal P-k, Affordable Housing, etc, Providing literature , collect a censor on who may vote and why, Provided valuable information to potential voters about the issues that a candidate strongly supported and why.
Skills : Typing, Sales, Canvasser.
Description :
Persuaded union members to get out and vote for the candidates that support and believe in unions.
Get the passionate voters involved in community affiliated work with the AFL-CIO.
Interviewed prospective staff and make hiring decisions.
Cultivated key skills such as canvassing and fundraising to foster future leaders.
Worked with your staff in individual and group settings and create a welcoming and motivating atmosphere.
Tracked income and expenses.
Managed the budget for your office. Process staff payroll.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
BA In Criminal Justice
Political Canvasser Resume
Objective : Political Canvasser with 3 years of experience in Gathering, selecting and analyzing information contained in communications and publications received from different sources, including the press, Keeping abreast of latest trends and developments in the area of assignment and provides inputs on issues to senior officials and colleagues in missions and elsewhere in the Secretariat.
Skills : Social Media, Excel, Word, Decision Making, Problem Resolution, Marketing.
Description :
Updated clients contact information.
Maintained records for future organizing efforts.
Managed ten or more person canvass team.
Participated in training to learn the canvass model and scripts.
Canvass with targeted voters in late afternoon-early evening.
Ensured that conversations are tracked in VAN voter database.
Ensured that timesheets are submitted by team members on biweekly basis;
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Political Canvasser Resume
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Skills : Solar Pathfinder Site Assesment, Installation Of PV Systems, Soldering / Desoldering, MultiSim.
Description :
Debriefed on a daily basis with the Movement Politics Director, Canvass Team and Organizers.
Verified and approving hours for compliance and accuracy.
Experienced using VAN and knowledge of Google Docs & Google Sheets and/or Microsoft Word & Excel.
Coached new canvassers.
Door knocked in targeted neighborhoods in Dutchess County to talk to voters about the upcoming election.
Engaged community members in conversation about the issues impacting them and their families.
Shared personal stories about key issues to connect with the experiences of those we talk to.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
AAS in Renewable Energy Systems
Political Canvasser Resume
Objective : To obtain a Political Canvasser position Monitoring national and regional level political developments through situation reports from the UN peace operations, reports from UN agencies, non-governmental organizations and other key partners, and through regular liaison with Women Protection Advisors and other relevant field staff.
Skills : Welding, Print Reading, High Mechanical Aptitude, AutoCAD 2012.
Description :
Correctly and completely tracked data from conversations we have on the doors.
Made follow up calls to folks you’ve talked to about upcoming events.
Familiar-ed with Ulster County and/or Hudson Valley political landscape.
Experienced in community or labor organising desired, but not required.
Developed and implemented goals based on critical thinking about grassroots.
Experienced working in an environment where diversity based on race, nationality, gender, age, sexual orientation and physical ability is an important value.
Spoke a second language preferred, but not required.
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