Writer and Content Producer (Coordinator II -CPPW)

City of Portland - Portland, OR

Full-time

Remote - Portland, OR

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The City of Portland is seeking a Writer and Content Producer to create engaging content that raises awareness about civic issues affecting the community. This full-time position will be based in the City Administrator's Office and will involve generating content for the city's website, newsletters, and social media channels. The role aims to distill complex policy issues into accessible, community-centered narratives, contributing to the city's communication strategies and enhancing public engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop written and multimedia content about important civic issues such as addressing homelessness, reducing gun violence, and improving economic stability.
• Prepare, edit, and manage content on the City's website, newsletter, social media channels, and other platforms.
• Coordinate citywide content projects, including contributions from communications staff embedded in bureaus and service areas.
• Serve as a backup for the city's Social Media Coordinator by posting content and managing engagement when they are out of the office.

Requirements

• Experience managing website content and producing written and multimedia content for a variety of platforms, including websites, social media channels, and newsletters.
• Experience writing and editing with little need for review, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and appropriate tone.
• Ability to research complex topics and explain them to a general audience, often on tight deadlines.
• Ability to take high-quality photographs for social media and other platforms.
• Ability to produce basic graphics using a brand kit and templates in a design program such as Adobe Express.
• Knowledge and experience advancing equity and anti-racism through media strategy and other communications.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with civic issues in Portland is a plus.

Benefits

• Language Pay Premium Eligible for qualifying employees.
• Union Representation by City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW).