Presidential Speechwriter: Shape the University Voice

National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ); Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 165,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Michigan seeks an exceptional speechwriter to bring the president's voice, ideas, and vision to life across audiences and moments that define leadership at a great public university.

The Presidential Speechwriter will develop remarks for students, faculty, alumni, leaders, policymakers, and global audiences, translating complex ideas into clear, compelling language and building themes across speeches and thought-leadership platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in speechwriting or executive communications.
• Ability to write authentically in another person’s voice.
• Strong research skills and attention to accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Draft speeches, remarks, talking points, and other spoken communications for the president.
• Capture and maintain the president's voice for different audiences and settings.
• Translate complex ideas into clear, compelling language and stories.
• Develop themes and narratives that build across remarks and broader platforms.
• Conduct rigorous research across the university to surface people, ideas, and stories.

Skills

Exceptional writing

Editing skills

Research skills

Strategic thinking

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree in political science or related field

Job description

The University of Michigan seeks an exceptional speechwriter to bring the president's voice, ideas, and vision to life across audiences and moments that define leadership at a great public university.

The Presidential Speechwriter will develop remarks for students, faculty, alumni, leaders, policymakers, and global audiences, translating complex ideas into clear, compelling language and building themes across speeches and thought-leadership platforms.