My name is Kate Gillem, and I am excited you’re here.

I am an expert strategic communicator after years in the political space. The experiences I’ve gained from working for high-profile individuals as a spokeswoman, communications director, and content creator will transcend to any industry.

I am inspired by creativity and innovation. I want to use the skills I’ve gained in the political space to help others.

A look at my current & previous employment:

  • Constance Communications, LLC

    Founded in January 2021, my communications agency specializes in creating crystal clear copy for bold brands. I am a skilled copywriter who can elevate your brand, making it more memorable and relatable to target audiences. I have worked with clients from political, nonprofit, and small business backgrounds.

  • Oregon State Senate

    From April 2019-January 2021, I worked as the communications director and spokeswoman in the Oregon State Senate. I authored and distributed all copy for press releases, legislative letters, talking points, floor speeches, and social media content. I built media relationships and prepared my boss, the leader, for key media interviews.

  • Analog Devices, Inc.

What’s in a name: Constance Communications

Constance: Constancy [ kon-stuhn-see ] noun

Definition: The quality of being unchanging or unwavering, as in purpose, love, or loyalty; firmness of mind; faithfulness.

Prior to graduating from Oregon State University with an English degree and a deep respect for classic literature, I was honored to receive the Hundere Award for Best Essay in Religious Studies for an essay I wrote based on a vibrant and brave woman in literature: Constance, the main character in the whimsical Man of Law’s Tale, a story in Canterbury Tales by Charles Chaucer.

In the story, Constance is banished multiple times and spends years of her life alone on a boat with her young child. Despite the trials she faced, Constance maintains unchanging constancy in her belief in herself, and I admire that.

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The photo is an artistic interpretation of Constance with her child.