Content and Editorial Lead

PSU Foundation • Portland, OR

1d • $66,500 - $83,000

About The Position

The Content and Editorial Lead is a writer, storyteller, and editorial partner on the PSU Foundation’s Development and Engagement team. The role creates and shapes content to help donors, alumni, and the broader community understand Portland State University’s impact and the difference philanthropy makes for students and the university. Content includes donor profiles, student stories, fundraising appeals, proposals, speeches, reports, and social media posts.

Working closely with the Assistant Vice President of Communications and Engagement and the Director of Marketing, the Lead identifies stories, coordinates interviews, gathers information, and moves projects from concept to publication. The position also manages day-to-day social media operations, oversees editorial planning and content production across channels, and serves as a resource to colleagues on editorial standards.

The position is organized across three areas: Content Development (50%), Social Media Management (25%), and Content Strategy and Editorial Stewardship (25%).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, English, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in writing, content development, communications, or a related field; relevant internships and student experience may be considered toward this requirement.
• Strong writing and editing skills, including the ability to adapt content for different formats, platforms, and audiences.
• Experience developing and producing content across multiple platforms and communication channels.
• Experience using Canva or other basic graphic design software to create social media assets.
• Competence using generative AI writing tools ethically as a brainstorming or efficiency partner.
• Experience managing social media channels, including Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
• Proficiency with commonly used workplace technologies, including Microsoft Office, SharePoint, CRM platforms, and cloud-based collaboration and document management tools.
• Ability to leverage emerging technologies to enhance productivity, accuracy, and work quality.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an inclusive, equitable, and respectful environment and collaborate with people from diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences.
• Reliable, regular, and predictable work attendance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in higher education or a nonprofit organization.
• Working knowledge of Asana or similar project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit impact web stories, donor and student profiles, fundraising appeals, proposals, speeches, and impact reports.
• Identify and develop stories demonstrating the impact of philanthropy at Portland State University.
• Shape stories and refine messaging to ensure clarity, accuracy, and emotional resonance.
• Develop concepts and contribute to visual storytelling, including photo and video direction, in collaboration with partners.
• Manage day-to-day social media operations across PSU Foundation and alumni platforms.
• Write, create, and post social media content aligned with organizational voice and goals.
• Monitor social media channels and respond to comments and interactions in a timely, professional manner.
• Track basic social media engagement metrics and share insights to inform future content.
• Capture or coordinate real-time photo and video content for social platforms, including event coverage as needed.
• Stay current on social media trends and formats and test new approaches within established guidelines.
• Partner with the Director of Marketing and the Assistant Vice President of Communications and Engagement to align content with campaign, engagement, and fundraising strategies.
• Manage and maintain the editorial calendar, tracking projects, timelines, and deadlines across channels and stakeholders.
• Plan, prioritize, and coordinate storytelling initiatives to ensure a consistent flow of content throughout the year.
• Serve as editor for key publications for alumni and donor audiences.
• Collaborate across teams to identify content needs and opportunities.
• Oversee the content lifecycle, including pitching, drafting, editing, production, review, and publishing across digital platforms.
• Evaluate, edit, and fact-check AI-assisted content for accuracy, tone, and brand alignment.
• Serve as a resource to colleagues on editorial standards.

Benefits

• Four-day workweek, with business operations closed on Fridays.
• 100% employer-paid medical coverage on the base plan.
• 95% employer-paid dental and vision coverage.
• Up to 27 days of paid time off plus 10 paid holidays, including one floating holiday.
• Up to 12% employer contribution to eligible 401(k) plans after applicable waiting periods.
• Employer-paid long-term disability and life insurance.
• Portland State University-affiliated employee benefits, including a tuition discount.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level