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BLN24 · 22 hours ago

Speechwriter (Ft. Detrick, MD)

Fort Detrick, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

BLN24 is an award-winning Management Consulting Firm that supports the U.S. Federal Government. They are seeking a highly skilled Speechwriter to support strategic communications and engagement activities, crafting compelling speeches and written materials to communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences.

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No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide direct strategic communications and writing support to senior military leadership (specifically, the Major General and other senior subject matter experts)

Collaborate with writers, editors, and engagement personnel to develop story ideas, speech concepts, and content strategies

Interview subject matter experts to gather insights on complex topics and translate them into clear, plain-language speeches and articles

Write and edit speeches, talking points, and other materials for executive leadership, following AP style and web style standards

Rapidly research topics and prepare leadership remarks for: Industry and academic events (e.g., City of Frederick events, GEMS program graduations, SMART PROC Conference). Military events (e.g., AUSA, MHSRS, MMPD)

Draft plain-language newsletter articles and other communications for publication

Create high-quality PowerPoint presentations to support speeches and engagements

Attend speaking engagements to observe and adapt presentation styles

Participate in calendar coordination meetings to ensure coverage and awareness of key events

Qualification

SpeechwritingAP style proficiencyResearch skillsMicrosoft Office SuiteMilitary operations knowledgeInterviewing skillsContent strategyPlain-language writingStorytelling

Required

U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

Demonstrated experience writing speeches, executive communications strategies, articles, and other thought leadership for a senior executive (preferably in the military and/ or federal government)

Proficiency in AP style and familiarity with web content best practices

Ability to translate technical or complex information into clear, persuasive, and engaging content

Strong research skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)