Executive Speechwriter & Chief Communications Lead

Brookings Institution; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookings Institution in Washington, DC is seeking a Lead Writer for the Executive Office to craft president-level communications and coordinate internal and external messaging. You will work closely with the Vice President of Communications and Public Affairs and other senior leaders to develop speeches, remarks, and presentations that advance Brookings priorities and reflect the president’s voice.

This role requires exceptional writing and editing skills, strong project management, and the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Political Science, or a related public-policy field required; Master’s degree desirable.

Responsibilities

• Serve as president’s speechwriter and manage development of president’s presentations to key audiences.
• Prepare the president for events in which she is a participant, e.g., speaker, panel moderator, or fireside chat participant.
• Write the president’s concise opening or closing remarks for internal or external events.
• Collaborate with the president to write additional speeches and talking points as needed.
• Ensure consistent presidential messaging across communications products.
• Own the process of preparing presentations for events with stakeholder audiences like board meetings and all-staff town halls.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Public policy knowledge

Project management

Communication strategy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications

Master’s degree desirable

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brookings Institution in Washington, DC is seeking a Lead Writer for the Executive Office to craft president-level communications and coordinate internal and external messaging. You will work closely with the Vice President of Communications and Public Affairs and other senior leaders to develop speeches, remarks, and presentations that advance Brookings priorities and reflect the president’s voice.

This role requires exceptional writing and editing skills, strong project management, and the