Content & Editorial Lead: Drive Impact with 4-Day Week

Portland State University Foundation; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 67,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 Day Work Week

Employer-paid medical

Dental & Vision coverage

PTO & holidays

401(k) employer contribution

Long-Term Disability

Tuition discount

Job summary

PSU Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on raising resources for Portland State University. The Content and Editorial Lead will craft stories that demonstrate the impact of philanthropy, writing donor and student profiles, fundraising appeals and reports to engage donors and the broader community.

The role sits on the Development and Engagement team, coordinating with leadership to align content with campaigns, managing calendars, and ensuring consistency across channels year-round.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, English or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in writing, content development, communications, or a related field.
• Strong writing and editing skills, adaptable for formats/platforms/audiences.
• Experience developing content across multiple platforms and channels.
• Experience using Canva or other basic graphic design software for social media assets.
• Competence in using generative AI writing tools ethically.
• Experience with social media channels (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SharePoint, CRM and cloud-based tools.
• Commitment to inclusive, equitable, and respectful work environment.
• Reliable, regular, and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit content including impact web stories, donor and student profiles, fundraising appeals, proposals, speeches and impact reports.
• Identify and develop stories that demonstrate the impact of philanthropy at PSU.
• Use editorial judgment to shape stories, refine messaging, and ensure clarity and emotional resonance.
• Coordinate visual storytelling including photo/video direction with partners.
• Manage day-to-day social media operations across PSU Foundation and alumni platforms.
• Write and post social content aligned with organizational voice and goals.
• Monitor channels and respond professionally; track basic engagement metrics.
• Collaborate to align content with campaigns and fundraising strategies; maintain editorial calendar.
• Oversee end-to-end content lifecycle: pitching, drafting, editing, production, and publishing.
• Edit and fact-check AI-assisted content for accuracy and brand alignment.

Skills

Strong writing and editing

Content development

Social media management

Generative AI writing tools

Communication across platforms

Digital storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, English or related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Canva

Asana

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

CRM systems

Generative AI writing tools

Job description

PSU Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on raising resources for Portland State University. The Content and Editorial Lead will craft stories that demonstrate the impact of philanthropy, writing donor and student profiles, fundraising appeals and reports to engage donors and the broader community.

The role sits on the Development and Engagement team, coordinating with leadership to align content with campaigns, managing calendars, and ensuring consistency across channels year-round.