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Speechwriter (Ft. Detrick, MD)

BLN24

Role overview

Qualifications

  • 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
  • Demonstrated experience writing speeches and executive communications strategies for a senior executive (preferably in the military and/or federal government)
  • Proficiency in AP style and familiarity with web content best practices

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct strategic communications and writing support to senior military leadership (e.g., 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 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), military events, and draft plain-language newsletters and create high-quality PowerPoint presentations

About the company

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BLN24

BLN24 executes a different approach to solve communications, technology, data, and security challenges. We solve the governments biggest problems with transparency and honesty. BLN24 focuses on breaking down silos to streamline mission outcomes; removing unnecessary complexity; developing communication and interfaces to better collaborate; optimizing value in investments.

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Company typeStartup
Company size11 - 50

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Job description

Job Title: Speechwriter (Ft. Detrick, MD)

Company: BLN24

About Us: We find strength in teamwork-a better you is a better us
BLN24 is an award-winning Management Consulting Firm that supports the U.S. Federal Government in successfully achieving their mission and goals. Our service and solutions delivery start with understanding each client’s end-state, and then seamlessly integrating within each Agency’s organization to improve and enhance strategic and technical operations and deployments.

Position Overview:
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.


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.
     
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).
  • Knowledge of military and federal government operations a plus.
     
Work Environment & Equipment
  • Primary Place of Performance: Onsite at the Government facility, 810 Schreider
    Street, Fort Detrick, MD.
  • Surge support may be required at other Fort Detrick locations or other designated
    sites.
  • Government will provide access to office space, computer, software, phone, and
    standard office supplies.
  • For the first six months of a new contract employee’s start, the contractor must
    provide a temporary laptop until the Government-issued computer is available.

What BLN24 brings to the Game:
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.
BLN24 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe people are our strength and understand diverse talents are key to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

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