Speech Writer
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DecisionPoint CorporationGovernment Communications
United StatesFull-TimeMiddle
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Job Details
- Experience
- 5 years
- Required Skills
- Research
Requirements
- Active Secret clearance or higher.
- BA in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience writing speeches, talking points, or executive communications.
- Experience supporting leadership communications in government, nonprofit, corporate, or public affairs environments.
- Proven ability to write clearly, concisely, and in an executive voice.
- Strong research and synthesis skills for translating complex information into accessible narrative.
- Proficiency in document development, editorial workflows, and version control.
- Understanding of communications best practices and message discipline.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
- Ability to adapt tone, voice, and format for diverse audiences.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and produce rapid-turn content.
- Strong collaboration skills across communications, policy, and event teams.
Responsibilities
- Draft speeches, talking points, and executive remarks for leadership across a range of mission-critical engagements.
- Prepare speaker biographies, event packets, and executive briefing materials.
- Support message alignment across events, communications products, and leadership priorities.
- Conduct research to inform scripts and speeches, incorporating policy context and mission themes.
- Collaborate with communications strategists to refine voice, tone, and narrative style.
- Develop clear, audience-appropriate content for conferences, webinars, ceremonies, and public-facing engagements.
- Ensure all materials are accurate, current, and reflect approved messaging frameworks.
- Adapt content for multiple formats including written remarks, video scripts, and panel materials.
- Work with event teams to understand agendas, run-of-show requirements, and logistical context for prepared remarks.
- Maintain a repository of approved remarks, bios, and messaging guidance.
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