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Senior Correspondence and Speechwriter for President

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The Savannah College of Art and Design seeks a top-tier, senior-level writer with experience writing for top executives. This position requires proven skills in speechwriting (writing for the ear), superb skills in grammar and composition (writing for publications, reports and executive correspondence), an ability to think creatively about visual presentations to accompany speeches (including video presentations and PowerPoint), focused and inventive research skills, the ability to work with people at all levels across the institution, and the ability to work quickly and affably under pressure and time deadlines. Candidates must possess an understanding of education, as well as the art and design professions, and a willingness to learn the language of art history, architecture, design and related disciplines relevant to the university. Candidates must understand the protocols and sensitivities in writing for an executive and be willing to serve as a representative of that executive on appropriate occasions, both internally and externally. Adaptability, expediency and flawless writing ability are required for this position. Candidates should have a minimum of five years of experience in speechwriting and corporate communications. Master’s degree preferred.