Nik Childers

Nik earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of California, Davis in 2023. During his undergraduate studies, he collaborated on a mixed-media campaign to support a local business in reestablishing its community presence after the COVID-19 lockdowns.

Professionally, Nik has built a successful career as a semi-professional photographer, with work published in prominent outlets such as The Washington Post, Oprah Magazine, and J.P. Morgan Chase. His portfolio spans a wide range, from capturing Michelin-star restaurant banquets to photographing high-profile individuals, including Olympic gold medalists, Grammy Award-winning artists, and renowned sports commentators.

During the 2024 presidential election cycle, Nik joined The Next Generation, contributing to mayoral, city council, and transit district campaigns across the Bay Area. He led the texting operations for all campaigns, successfully sending over 826,000 messages to voters and helping drive targeted outreach and engagement efforts. In 2025, he joined Activate America.