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Professional Writing Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Emphasizes developing authentic voice and connects writing skills to college applications, scholarship essays, and professional communication. * Curriculum Awareness & Adaptive Instruction: Familiar ...

Ability to explain style-based formatting, document organization, and professional documentation standards while preparing students for academic and professional writing productivity. * Conceptual ...

Emphasizes developing authentic voice and connects writing skills to college applications, scholarship essays, and professional communication. * Curriculum Awareness & Adaptive Instruction: Familiar ...

Microsoft Word Tutor

OR · Remote

$40/hr

Ability to explain style-based formatting, document organization, and professional documentation standards while preparing students for academic and professional writing productivity. * Conceptual ...

Emphasizes developing authentic voice and connects writing skills to college applications, scholarship essays, and professional communication. * Curriculum Awareness & Adaptive Instruction: Familiar ...

Ability to explain style-based formatting, document organization, and professional documentation standards while preparing students for academic and professional writing productivity. * Conceptual ...

Build and maintain trust-based professional relationships with key decision makers * Work at a fast ... Excellent oral and written communication skills to build client-centric and solution/value-based ...

Medical Writer

OR · On-site +1

This role will provide medical writing support by organizing, analyzing, and interpreting ... Work with colleagues, physicians, clinical scientists, and statisticians in a professional and ...

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How much do professional writing jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for professional writing in Oregon is $32.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.58 and $39.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is professional writing?

Professional writing refers to the creation of clear, effective, and purposeful written communication used in the workplace or for business purposes. This can include reports, proposals, emails, manuals, press releases, and other documents intended for a specific audience. Professional writers focus on clarity, conciseness, and correct formatting to ensure the message is understood and achieves its intended goal. It's an essential skill in many industries, including business, government, education, and media.

What are professional writing jobs?

Professional writing jobs include roles in creative writing, journalism, and as a novel or book author. As a professional writer, you can work with one company or as a freelancer, and your duties and responsibilities vary. You may write creative copy for an advertising firm or produce technical documents for a business. If you work in broadcasting or journalism, you may write and research a news story or create copy for on-air talent. You can also ghost-write books for companies. In general, you provide relevant and engaging content to publish in physical or digital formats. Research is an essential part of most writing jobs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a professional writer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Professional Writer, you need excellent command of language, strong research abilities, and a degree in English, journalism, or a related field. Familiarity with word processing software, content management systems, and sometimes SEO tools or style guides is often required. Creativity, adaptability, and effective communication are standout soft skills in this field. These skills ensure high-quality, engaging content that meets client or audience needs and adapts to various formats and platforms.

How do professional writers typically collaborate with editors and subject matter experts during the writing process?

Professional writers often work closely with editors and subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy, clarity, and alignment with project goals. Collaboration usually involves sharing drafts, receiving feedback, and participating in revision cycles to refine the text. Writers are expected to communicate effectively, remain open to constructive criticism, and adapt their writing style as needed. This teamwork not only enhances the quality of the final product but also helps writers expand their knowledge and improve their craft.

What is the difference between Professional Writing vs Technical Writing?

AspectProfessional WritingTechnical Writing
Required CredentialsOften a degree in English, Communications, or related fieldsTypically requires technical certifications or specialized knowledge
Work EnvironmentCorporate, marketing, or business settingsEngineering, IT, or scientific industries
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in advertising, public relations, and business communicationUsed in product manuals, user guides, and technical documentation
Search & Comparison IntentFocuses on general professional communication skillsFocuses on technical accuracy and detailed instructions

While both Professional Writing and Technical Writing involve clear communication, Professional Writing covers a broader range of business and marketing content, whereas Technical Writing specializes in precise, technical documentation for specific industries.

What are the most commonly searched types of Writing jobs in Oregon?

The most popular types of Writing jobs in Oregon are:

What are popular job titles related to Professional Writing jobs in Oregon?

For Professional Writing jobs in Oregon, the most frequently searched job titles are:

What job categories do people searching Professional Writing jobs in Oregon look for?

The top searched job categories for Professional Writing jobs in Oregon are:

What cities in Oregon are hiring for Professional Writing jobs?

Cities in Oregon with the most Professional Writing job openings:

Infographic showing various Professional Writing job openings in Oregon as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 59% Full Time, 36% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,090 per year, or $32.7 per hour.

Part Time Faculty Interest Pool - Writing

Portland, OR • On-site

Portland Community College
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 1 - 5K employees

Part-time

Retirement

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Job description

Join our Team at Portland Community College
Please Note: PCC currently limits employment to individuals residing in Oregon and Washington. Employment offers are contingent upon the ability to establish residence in Oregon or Washington. Portland Community College will also ensure that applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the hiring process are provided for. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the PCC Talent Acquisition Team at pccjobs@pcc.edu.
Portland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full- and part-time students. With four comprehensive campuses, five workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area, our unique role is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone, creating opportunities for our students and contributing to the economic development of our community.
Portland Community College is accepting applications to be considered for Part-Time Faculty assignments in Writing. The department will review new applications on a monthly basis. Current anticipated needs are experienced instructors in Composition, First-year Writing and Creative Writing. These courses include WR 115, WR 121, WR 121 and WR 227.
This is NOT an announcement of a specific open position, but a Part-time Faculty Interest Pool, from which the department will identify applicants based on course assignment needs during the Academic Year. Your application may be considered for substitute assignments as well as full term class assignments.
If this sounds like a learning community that you would like to be a part of, and an important role that you would like to play at PCC, please complete your application today to be considered.
Our Program and Who We Are Looking For
Learn more about our program here https://www.pcc.edu/programs/writing/
Please also review the PCC Course Catalog for this subject area. As part of this application, you will be asked to list the current PCC courses which you would be able to teach.
Instructor Qualifications
  • MFA, MA or PhD in English, Literature, or Rhetoric/Composition
  • Have taught at least four college-level composition classes or have equivalent college classroom experience through a mentoring or internship program.

OR
  • MA or PhD in an interdisciplinary field
  • Minimum of 30 graduate quarter credit-hours in one or a combination of English, Literature, or Rhetoric/Composition
  • Have taught at least four college-level composition classes or have equivalent college classroom experience through a mentoring or internship program.

Why You'll Love Working Here
The PCC district encompasses a 1,500-square-mile area in northwest Oregon and offers two-year degrees, one-year certificate programs, short-term training, alternative education, pre-college courses and life-long learning. As part of our College community, you'll enjoy:
  • A collaborative and inspiring campus community
  • Opportunities for learning and professional development

Portland Community College embraces equity and inclusion as a priority. We are committed to building a community with a variety of backgrounds, skills, views, and life experiences. The more we value equity and inclusion, the more we will add value to the work we do and how we serve our students, engage with each other, and the Oregon Community that we serve. Creating a culture that honors equity and inclusion is our objective and the smart path forward.
Note Regarding Academic Credentials
  • Official transcripts are required to be submitted within 2 weeks of offer date for degrees required in the stated Instructor Qualifications.
  • Instructors shall have earned required academic credentials at a regionally accredited US institution or a foreign institution having the equivalent of regional accreditation. Instructors with credentials from other countries will have their transcripts evaluated by agencies that have good standing with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services to establish fulfillment of this standard. (for more information see http://www.pcc.edu/hr/employment/faculty-information.html)
  • For more information on PCC's General Instructor Qualifications Policy I301 visit: http://catalog.pcc.edu/handbook/i301-instructorqualifications/

These positions are included in the bargaining agreement between Portland Community College and the Portland Community College Faculty Federation Employees.
See the PCC Instructor Qualifications webpage for more information.
Total Rewards Package / What We Offer
As a new Part-Time Faculty employee, you may be eligible for certain benefits through PCC, such as Oregon Sick Leave and retirement savings plans.
More detailed information on the benefits plans, who is eligible, and how to enroll or make changes can be found at pcc.edu/hr/benefits. Please email PCCBenefits@pcc.edu if you have any questions.
Part-time Faculty Compensation at PCC
Newly hired Part-time Faculty at PCC will generally start at Step 1 of the current salary schedule.
Hourly rates are determine based upon the type of course taught (Lecture, Lab, or Lecture/Lab).
For more information please review the Part-time Faculty Salary Schedule on PCC's Compensation page:
https://www.pcc.edu/hr/compensation/
Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment
Portland Community College complies with the Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment law which provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. You will be given instructions during the application process to claim Veterans' Preference in the recruitment of this position, and to provide the documents required for verification of eligibility. Please do not send your documentation to the hiring manager directly. For verification of eligibility, please submit the following documentation:
  • Veterans: DD214
  • Disabled Veterans: DD214 and Letter from the Department of VA

Notice of the Availability of the Annual Security Report
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), you may view Portland Community College's (PCC) most recent Annual Security Report (ASR) on the Department of Public Safety website. The ASR contains current security and safety-related policy disclosure statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information and resources, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains crime statistics for Clery Act crimes which occurred on PCC properties for the last three calendar years. Paper copies of the ASR are available upon request at all Department of Public Safety offices.
PCC Employment Offers are Contingent Upon the Successful Completion of a Criminal Background Check
Please note that Portland Community College is not currently able to provide visa (e.g. H1-B Visa) sponsorship for potential employees.
Contact PCC at pccjobs@pcc.edu if you have questions

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