Keynote Speech Writer Job at Aquent

Keynote Speech Writer

Aquent

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75.00 - 100.00 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

Our tech client is looking for a high-level, Executive Keynote Speech Writer who will be instrumental in crafting compelling and impactful speeches for our client’s C-level executives, including the Chief Marketing Officer. The primary focus of this position is to translate complex ideas and strategic initiatives into engaging narratives for large, high-profile industry events. The ideal Talent will possess a unique ability to tell stories that captivate audiences, ensuring messages are authentic, insightful, and inspiring, rather than merely promotional. This is a specialized writing role, demanding a deep understanding of executive voice and audience engagement, and is vital to enhancing the client’s presence and influence in the market.

Job Responsibility:

Craft compelling and engaging keynote speeches for C-level executives for major industry events
Collaborate closely with executives, including the CMO, to understand key messages, strategic objectives, and desired storytelling approach
Translate complex technical or business concepts (e.g., data security) into clear, impactful, and audience-appropriate narratives
Ensure speeches are authentic to the executive’s voice and align with company values, avoiding overly “sales pitchy” tones
Participate in practice sessions with executives, providing support and making real-time adjustments as needed
Manage the speechwriting process for approximately 6-7 projects annually, with intensive periods leading up to major events
Work effectively with a presentation designer to align speech content with visual elements

Requirements:

Proven experience as a speechwriter for C-level executives, particularly for large-scale industry keynotes
Exceptional storytelling ability, capable of captivating diverse audiences and simplifying complex information
Strong ability to understand and articulate complex subject matter, ideally within the technology sector (e.g., data security)
Demonstrated ability to write engaging content that is informative and inspiring, rather than purely promotional
Portfolio of past work, including speech samples or links to delivered keynotes (e.g., YouTube)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with executives and internal teams
Flexibility to work intensively during critical periods and occasionally accommodate “odd hours” for practice sessions