Marketing and Communications Writer

Toole Design Group LLC • Portland, OR

3d • $68,000 - $80,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

At Toole Design, we’re leading the way in creating safer, more connected communities through sustainable, multimodal transportation design. We’re looking for a Marketing and Communications Writer to join our Portland, OR team—someone who loves finding the right words, whether that's telling our story or helping communities understand the projects that will shape their streets. You'll write across a variety of formats, from newsletters and webpages to video scripts and social media. On the corporate side, you'll work collaboratively to plan and produce content that shows who we are and what we do. On client projects, you'll work alongside planners and engineers on transportation projects across the country, shaping communications strategy and turning technical ideas into clear, engaging writing for public audiences and decision-makers. Whatever the task, you'll make sure every piece is clear, polished, and on message.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, English, journalism, or similar relevant experience in lieu of a degree
• 4+ years of hands-on experience writing and editing public-facing content
• Experience working within a defined brand and style
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools including email platforms (Mailchimp), social media schedulers (Agorapulse, Meta Business Suite), website platforms (Squarespace, Wordpress), analytics (Google Analytics), and CRM systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task
• A collaborative approach to generating strategies and developing creative solutions

Responsibilities

• Write across a variety of formats, from newsletters and webpages to video scripts and social media.
• Collaboratively plan and produce content that shows who we are and what we do.
• Work alongside planners and engineers on transportation projects across the country, shaping communications strategy.
• Turn technical ideas into clear, engaging writing for public audiences and decision-makers.
• Ensure every piece is clear, polished, and on message.

Benefits

• Employee-ownership
• Hybrid schedule with in-office team days (Tuesday–Thursday)
• 8 paid holidays
• 16 days of PTO accrued annually
• Competitive salary
• Excellent benefits
• Transportation perks
• Projects that truly improve lives through safe, inclusive design rooted in ethics, empathy, and equity

What This Job Offers

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