Speechwriter (Ft. Detrick, MD)

BLN24Ft. Detrick, MD

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

Option for remote

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job Description

Job Title: Speechwriter (Ft. Detrick, MD)Company: BLN24About Us: We find strength in teamwork-a better you is a better usBLN24 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 andengagement activities for our federal client. This role involves crafting compellingspeeches, talking points, and written materials that clearly communicate complex ideasto diverse audiences. The ideal candidate will be an excellent interviewer, researcher,and storyteller, with experience writing in Associated Press (AP) style, web style, and incompliance 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 translatethem 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 programgraduations, 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 andengagements.
Attend speaking engagements to observe and adapt presentation styles.
Participate in calendar coordination meetings to ensure coverage and awareness ofkey events.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Public Relations, orrelated 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, andengaging 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 SchreiderStreet, Fort Detrick, MD.
Surge support may be required at other Fort Detrick locations or other designatedsites.
Government will provide access to office space, computer, software, phone, andstandard office supplies.
For the first six months of a new contract employee’s start, the contractor mustprovide 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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This job at BLN24 is located in Ft. Detrick, MD, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

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BLN24 lists this role as a Full-time position.

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BLN24 is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

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Yes, this position at BLN24 supports remote work, giving candidates the flexibility to work outside the primary office location.

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BLN24 offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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