Speechwriter

Seth for Massachusetts - Campaign for US Senate

Speechwriter

Location: Salem, MA

Reports to: Communications Director

Overview

The campaign is seeking a talented and versatile Speechwriter to shape the candidate's voice across every written medium. This role will be central to communicating the campaign's message, values, and policy priorities to voters, press, and stakeholders across Massachusetts. The ideal candidate is a sharp political writer who can move seamlessly between long-form speeches, rapid-response press materials, digital content, and internal briefings—often under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

Speeches & Public Remarks

• Draft speeches, remarks, talking points, and scripts for a wide range of settings, including rallies, town halls, debates, policy rollouts, endorsements, and fundraisers
• Translate policy positions and campaign strategy into compelling, accessible language tailored to diverse Massachusetts audiences
• Prepare concise briefing memos and annotated remarks to support the candidate before events and media appearances

Press & External Communications

• Write press releases, media advisories, op-eds, and statements that clearly articulate the campaign's message and respond to breaking news
• Collaborate with the communications team to ensure message discipline and consistency across earned media
• Support rapid-response writing during moments of high news volume or opposition attacks

Digital & Voter-Facing Content

• Draft social media copy for platforms including X, Instagram, Facebook, and email lists, adapting tone and length to each channel
  
• Write campaign emails, including fundraising, organizing, and persuasion emails, aligned with overall messaging strategy
• Help develop message frameworks and thematic language for digital campaigns and voter outreach

Strategy & Collaboration

• Work closely with the candidate, campaign manager, communications director, and policy staff to understand priorities and strategic goals
• Attend key meetings, events, and briefings to stay fluent in campaign developments and candidate voice
• Maintain and refine the candidate's authentic voice across all written materials

Qualifications

• Strong political writing experience, preferably on campaigns, in government, advocacy, or journalism
• Exceptional command of language, tone, and narrative, with the ability to write quickly and accurately
• Experience writing for multiple formats, from speeches and press releases to social media and email
• Familiarity with Massachusetts politics and issues strongly preferred
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and adapt writing based on feedback
• Discretion, professionalism, and sound political judgment

Congressman Seth Moulton for U.S. Senate is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages people of color, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and veterans to apply