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Speechwriter

Brillient Corporation
Alexandria, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/8/2026
Speechwriter Job Duties:
  • Draft speeches, remarks, talking points, internal communications, congressional testimony, and presentations for Agency leadership.
  • Translate complex technical, policy, and programmatic information into clear, compelling narratives tailored to specific audiences.
  • Ensure all written materials align with the voice, tone, and style of Agency leadership.
  • Support strategic communications planning for high-visibility forums and leadership engagements.
  • Conduct research and synthesize information from internal and external sources to support accurate and effective messaging.
  • Collaborate with leadership and communications staff to refine messaging and respond to evolving priorities.
  • Manage multiple writing assignments simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Maintain accuracy, consistency, and confidentiality in all leadership communications.
Required Education and Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree in communications, English, Journalism, Public Policy, or a related field.
  • Minimum of eight (8) years of professional experience in speechwriting, executive communications, or related writing roles.
  • Demonstrated ability to draft speeches, remarks, talking points, internal communications, congressional testimony, and presentations for senior leadership.
  • Strong skills in synthesizing complex information from internal and external sources into clear, compelling, and audience-appropriate narratives.
  • Ability to maintain consistency with the voice, tone, and style of Agency leadership.
  • Experience supporting strategic communications planning and high-visibility leadership engagements.
  • Excellent research, editorial, and writing skills with attention to accuracy and detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with leadership and communications teams.

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