Executive Writer

Responsibilities

• Draft speeches, talking points, op-eds, media statements.
• Draft press release quotes, high-level CEO correspondence, and more.
• Proactively identify opportunities for thought leadership.
• Contribute to external communications efforts around text- and video-based content.
• Maintain knowledge of projects across the entire organization and develop relationships with subject-matter experts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5 to 7 years of experience in speechwriting or executive communications.
• Previous experience in research and writing speeches and communications content for others.
• Ability to write clear, concise, and compelling op-eds.
• Knowledge of the environmental, political, and media landscape.
• Interest in environmentalism + ability to learn quickly.
• Cross-cultural competency, scientific literacy, and the ability to collaborate with people across the organization and work on tight deadlines.