Speechwriter (Ft. Detrick, MD)

BLN24 • Frederick, MD

82d • Onsite

About The Position

BLN24 is seeking a highly skilled Speechwriter to support strategic communications and
engagement activities for our federal client. This role involves crafting compelling
speeches, talking points, and written materials that clearly communicate complex ideas
to diverse audiences. The ideal candidate will be an excellent interviewer, researcher,
and storyteller, with experience writing in Associated Press (AP) style, web style, and in
compliance with operational security guidelines.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Public Relations, or related field preferred.
• 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).

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of military and federal government operations a plus.

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.

Benefits

• BLN24 benefits are game changing. We like our team to play hard and that means they need to be taken care of — physically, financially, and emotionally. We make sure to keep them in the game by giving them access to generous medical, dental, and vision plans.
• You can join one of the fastest growing companies headquartered in the Washington DC Metro Area. We give you the opportunity to work in different sectors, so you have the chance at variety while maintaining stability.
• Flexibility at BLN24 allows each individual the opportunity to balance quality work and their personal lives. Depending on projects, we allow remote working opportunities so you can always be in the game no matter where you call home.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees