Social Media and Events Content Strategist (Hybrid)

The role – what you’ll do

Barr Engineering Co. seeks an experienced, creative social media and events content strategist to join our Minneapolis, Minnesota, team. In this role, you will lead social media strategy, develop integrated marketing campaigns, and create written and visual communications for Barr’s social channels, events and conferences, and other forums and platforms. You’ll craft engaging, audience-centric content featuring Barr events, industry conferences, presentations, interviews, and more.

In this position, you will apply your knowledge of social media and digital marketing best practices to help increase Barr’s brand visibility and boost engagement with content highlighting the company’s people, projects, and community impact. You will work closely with Barr’s events and communications team members, as well as our engineers, scientists, and technical specialists, to plan promotional strategies and translate complex technical topics into compelling content. Your collaborative, integrated approach to planning campaigns will support event participation, attendance, and post-event engagement across our digital channels.

As a member of Barr’s growing, highly engaged Communications group, you’ll have the opportunity to explore your interests and collaborate with talented colleagues who work together to support company goals.

A successful person in this role is an organized, creative, and collaborative communicator who demonstrates initiative, curiosity, and a strong commitment to high-quality work. The ideal candidate is adaptable, proactive, and skilled at balancing independent work with cross-functional teamwork to support shared goals, with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Your impact – key responsibilities

• Social media strategy and execution: lead Barr’s social media strategy using best practices, analytics, and emerging tools (including AI) to improve reach and engagement across platforms. Track and interpret social media performance metrics, identify opportunities, and refine strategy to enhance engagement and campaign effectiveness. Plan, write, schedule, and publish content in alignment with brand voice and business goals.

• Integrated campaign planning: lead the development and execution of integrated marketing campaigns for Barr events, conferences, webinars, and thought leadership efforts. Create campaign timelines, messaging frameworks, and content plans. Translate technical and professional services content into clear, compelling messaging for external audiences while ensuring tone, voice, and brand alignment across platforms.

• Event marketing and communications: partner with Barr’s Events team to align promotional content with event goals, milestones, speakers, and themes. Support live or near-real-time event coverage as needed. Partner with Events and Communications colleagues to develop content for event presentations, booth monitors, and other event communications.

• Cross-functional coordination: work closely with Communications and Business Development team members, as well as Barr’s engineers and scientists, to align social and campaign efforts with broader marketing and business objectives. Collaborate with visual communications specialists to produce engaging digital assets—including graphics, videos, and animations—that support events and social campaigns.

About the opportunity

• Hybrid: a hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr's Minneapolis, Minnesota, office.

• Travel expectation: moderate travel may be required to support event-related needs.

About you – required core competencies

• Education: bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, or a related field.

• Experience: 7 years of relevant experience.

  • Demonstrated ability to apply social media strategy, content marketing, or digital communications.

  • Proven experience applying best practices and emerging technologies to improve social media performance.

  • Planning and executing integrated campaigns, ideally with an events or conference focus.

  • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to tailor content for diverse audiences

  • Experience collaborating with designers or visual communications professionals.

• Software: MS Suite, InDesign, Photoshop, content management systems such as WordPress.

• Driver’s license: possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.

Helpful additional experience (not required)

• Experience in professional services, engineering, environmental consulting, or other technical industries.

• Familiarity with social media analytics platforms and campaign performance tools.

• Experience supporting live events, conferences, or webinars.

Compensation: Anticipated range of $77,000–$85,000 per year. Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance. This position is classified as exempt (salaried) under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

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Benefits - what we offer

We are committed to providing an employee experience that attracts and retains top talent. That's why we offer a competitive package of employee benefits - including some unique offerings not found at other companies. At Barr, we also believe that learning doesn't stop when you get your degree, which is why we provide coaching, mentoring, and support for ongoing educational opportunities to foster professional development at every stage of your career.

• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care

• Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock

• Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders

• Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities

• Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave

• Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities

Please note that benefits eligibility is determined and may change based on part-time, reduced-time, or full-time status.

About us - why choose Barr

At Barr, you'll join a community of engineers, scientists, and professionals who will help you achieve your ambitions and build a meaningful, rewarding career. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to clients who value Barr's tailored solutions and commitment to exceptional service.

As part of our employee-owned firm, you'll contribute to a culture of commitment and camaraderie where staff can thrive as professionals. We value diverse perspectives and experiences and believe an inclusive workplace is critical to our success.

To learn more about Barr's culture and values, visit: https://www.barr.com/Careers/Our-culture

Open positions at Barr Engineering Co. do not have application deadlines. Barr Engineering Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.