Work Arrangement
Hybrid - Position does not require an employee to be on-site full-time but the general expectation is the employee be onsite an average of three (3) days each week.
The Role
General Motors is committed to leading the industry transformation toward a future with Zero Accidents, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion. Today, we are during a transportation revolution, and we have the ambition, talent, and technology to pave the way to a safer, better and more sustainable world. As an open and inclusive company, we are also creating an environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. We are always looking for talents that encourage us to go further and want to put our purpose into action.
The Director – Executive Speechwriter and Content Creator is responsible for content creation and speech writer to support communications efforts for GM's C-suite executives
The ideal candidate will have a diverse portfolio of written material that underscores their ability to convey complicated or nuanced topics in simple but elegant prose for a variety of audiences. This individual excels at working collaboratively with executives and colleagues alike and consistently delivers high-quality work even under tight time constraints.
What You'll Do
Work cross-functionally internally and externally to outline and develop impactful speeches, keynote presentations, talking points, social media posts, narratives, opinion pieces and other written materials for top C-Suite executives
Research and package content from internal and external resources to develop insightful and engaging written pieces that fit the authentic style of leadership
Proactively develop industry-leading content for delivery at high profile events
Partner with executive communications and other communications stakeholders on narrative, thought leadership and voice of the executive
Work closely with the communications team to identify new opportunities for executives and to maximize their impact
Help craft the development of social media content and draft posts
Deeply curious and can come up with thought-provoking ideas, turn copy on tight deadlines, and challenge us to be better.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications or Journalism
10-15 years' experience speech writing for c-suite executive
A company vehicle will be provided for this role with successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Report review.
About GMOur vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join UsWe aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
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Diversity InformationGeneral Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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