Zellnor for NYC: Speechwriter

LOCATION

195 Montague Street, 12th floor NY

SALARY

$5,000-$8,000 / Monthly

COMPANY

Zellnor for NYC

DEPARTMENT

Communications

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Campaign

CONTACT

maya@zellnor.nyc

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please submit your resume and two (2) relevant writing samples to maya@zellnor.nyc. We are committed to building a diverse team and encourage candidates from all backgrounds, with different experience levels, to apply.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented and passionate Speechwriter to join our campaign team. In this role, you will craft speeches, remarks, and written content that will help shape the public narrative, connect with voters, and inspire action. You will write everything from formal speeches and op-eds to talking points and press releases, helping the campaign communicate its vision, values, and policy proposals effectively across all platforms. As a Speechwriter, your ability to translate the campaign’s ideas and the candidate’s voice into compelling, clear, and persuasive language will be critical to the campaign’s success.

 

Qualifications:

  • Proven experience (3+ years) as a speechwriter, political writer, or in a communications role, ideally within political campaigns or public relations.

  • Exceptional writing skills with the ability to craft clear, persuasive, and powerful language that resonates with a wide audience.

  • Strong understanding of political messaging and the ability to translate complex policy issues into accessible and compelling language.

  • Ability to capture and reflect a candidate’s voice and tone in speeches, remarks, and written communications.

  • A keen eye for detail, grammar, and structure, with the ability to refine drafts into polished, error-free content.

  • A deep understanding of current political issues, public policy, and the political landscape.

  • Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate closely with other team members, including the candidate, senior campaign staff, and policy experts.

  • A passion for politics, public service, and the candidate’s vision for change.