About Big Sky Public Affairs
Big Sky Public Affairs is a Livingston, Montana–based public affairs and campaign strategy firm helping leaders, candidates, and organizations communicate clearly and run effective campaigns.
We specialize in political communications, campaign planning, advertising strategy, and public outreach. Our work is rooted in local understanding, practical experience, and a commitment to helping clients build campaigns with structure, clarity, and purpose.
From messaging and media to event strategy and voter engagement, we help create organized campaign plans from start to finish.
Leadership
Meet the experienced strategists behind Big Sky Public Affairs
Jesse B. Lucero
Marketing Strategist | Public Affairs | Campaign Communications
Jesse B. Lucero brings extensive experience in advertising, communications, branding, and strategic outreach. His background includes work in media, business development, real estate, mortgage, and marketing strategy. Through Big Sky Public Affairs, Jesse helps campaigns and organizations build compelling messaging, strong public presence, and effective advertising across digital and traditional platforms.
Kelly Bishop
Campaign Strategy | Community Engagement | Political Planning
Kelly Bishop brings hands-on political campaign experience across multiple levels of government. Her campaign background includes three gubernatorial campaigns, a U.S. Senate campaign, a local Senate campaign, two House District campaigns, and sheriff campaigns. Her experience helps clients develop practical, well-structured campaign strategies rooted in timing, organization, voter connection, and local engagement.
Campaign Planning From Start to Finish
We help candidates build complete campaign plans that provide direction, structure, and momentum from the earliest stages of the race through Election Day.
Campaign Messaging & Positioning
Advertising & Communications Strategy
Master Campaign Timeline Development
Guidance on What, When & How
Event Planning & Candidate Appearances
Community Event Recommendations
Meet-and-Greets & Campaign Events
Social Media & Digital Outreach
Video Strategy & Public Messaging
Voter Engagement & Local Communications
Our goal is to give campaigns a clear roadmap, helping candidates stay organized, visible, and connected to the people they serve.
Experience That Understands Campaigns
Big Sky Public Affairs combines campaign strategy, advertising expertise, and public communications support to help clients move with confidence. We understand that successful campaigns require more than promotion — they require structure, timing, consistency, and trust.
Senatorial Campaigns
U.S. Senate Campaign
Local Senate Campaign
House District Campaigns
Sheriff Campaign Experience
Montana-Based Local Insight
Proudly Based in
Livingston, Montana
Being based in Livingston gives us a strong understanding of Montana communities, local values, and the importance of personal connection. We believe campaigns are strongest when strategy is paired with authenticity, visibility, and service to the community.
We work with candidates and organizations who want to lead well, communicate clearly, and build trust with the people they hope to serve.
Our Mission
To help leaders communicate clearly, build organized campaigns, and engage the public with integrity, strategy, and purpose.
"Clear communication builds trust. Strong strategy builds momentum. Local leadership builds lasting impact."
Let's Build a Stronger Campaign
Whether you're launching a campaign, refining your message, or building a complete public outreach strategy, Big Sky Public Affairs is ready to help.