Speechwriter, Executive Communications

Google•Mountain View, CA

9d•$171,000 - $247,000

About The Position

As a member of Google’s Global Communications & Public Affairs team and Central Communications team, this role helps communicate with journalists, thought leaders, policymakers, creators, employees, and other audiences. The position develops communications materials and campaigns, engages with commentators and opinion formers, and creates print- and web-based content that explains complex issues clearly. The Speechwriter leads communications for Google’s executive leaders and tells stories about the company’s products, strategy, and culture. The role prepares speeches, op-eds, blog posts, video scripts, internal communications, and other content about complex issues and technical breakthroughs. It also contributes creative approaches to building trust with audiences and helps inform users, advertisers, partners, opinion leaders, and employees about Google’s products, culture, values, and positions on public policy issues. Success in the role requires creativity and organizational skill to manage multiple projects and tight deadlines, along with cross-functional collaboration and a willingness to try new approaches. Individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The stated US compensation is $171,000–$247,000, plus a 20% bonus target, equity, and benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
10 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or internal and executive communications with technology products or services.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work calmly and maintain good judgment in fast-paced, high-stress environments.
Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines and work cross-functionally.

Nice To Haves

Experience in speechwriting, executive communications strategy, and developing a brand voice.

Responsibilities

Lead speechwriting and editorial for executive leaders across channels, including blogs, op-eds, video scripts, and internal communications.
Work cross-functionally with global communications, marketing, product, and policy teams to produce high-quality, high-volume content for external and internal audiences.
Maintain the editorial calendar, stay current on company and product announcements, and develop data-driven strategies to incorporate executive voice.
Develop and pitch creative editorial and content ideas that go beyond traditional channels, while staying current with industry trends and best practices.
Contribute to content development for social media, briefings, talking points, company narratives, and special projects as needed.
Develop communications materials and campaigns and engage with journalists, commentators, and other opinion formers.
Create print- and web-based materials, including clear content that explains complex issues.