Senior Writer, Executive Communications

Responsibilities

• Executive Writing and Storytelling - Under the direction of the Vice President, Executive Communications, draft and revise speeches, remarks, scripts, talking points, articles, executive correspondence, invitations, board communications, staff messages, and other high-visibility content.
• Develop a close understanding of the CEO’s voice, perspective, and priorities, and adapt the writing to the audience, setting, and format.
• Translate complex science, conservation work, policy developments, and organizational strategy into clear, accurate narratives, using concrete examples and a strong story structure to make Audubon’s impact and priorities meaningful to each audience.
• Gather source materials and input from subject matter experts and colleagues; verify facts and develop concrete examples for executive communications.
• Draft and review letters, invitations, thank-you notes, and other correspondence requiring the CEO’s voice or signature; develop reusable stories and language for recurring needs.
• Write and edit copy for the CEO’s digital presence, including LinkedIn, in partnership with the Vice President and communications colleagues.
• Briefings and Engagement Preparation - Research, draft, and edit concise, insight-driven briefs for the CEO’s meetings, interviews, panels, speeches, and other strategic engagements.
• Synthesize the purpose, audience, participants, relevant developments, and Audubon priorities into practical preparation materials and suggested questions or talking points.
• Work with colleagues across conservation, policy, development, and communications to gather context and ensure every brief is accurate and useful.
• Tailor preparation to the CEO’s needs and the demands of each engagement, from internal meetings to conversations with donors, partners, media, and policymakers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or a related field. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• At least 7 years of experience as a dedicated writer in an executive support, communications, or speechwriting role. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated experience in conservation, climate, environmental policy, or a related mission-driven sector, with the ability to write for and authentically reflect the voice of senior executives.
• A portfolio showing exceptional writing across formats, including work written in another person’s voice.
• Proven ability to capture an executive’s voice, develop a persuasive narrative, and revise constructively in response to feedback.
• Strong research and synthesis skills; ability to work from source material and subject matter input to turn complex material into precise, engaging prose.
• Experience writing speeches, remarks, briefings, articles, and digital content for senior leaders and distinct audiences.
• Ability to build a clear narrative for executive presentations and work effectively with visual and creative partners.
• Excellent editorial judgment, fact-checking habits, and attention to detail.
• Ability to build trust with senior leaders and collaborate effectively with subject matter experts across disciplines.

Preferred

• Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.