Content Specialist

Garney; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits (free plans)

Stock options

401(k) plan with match

Weekly paychecks

Paid time off

Garney apparel discount

Job summary

Garney Construction is seeking a Content Specialist to develop and edit content supporting marketing and communications across multiple platforms, including the company website, industry publications, case studies, and award submissions.

The role involves interviewing subject matter experts, translating technical information for diverse audiences, and optimizing web content with SEO best practices while supporting social campaigns and event communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional content marketing, communications, copywriting, or marketing experience.
• Experience within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry.
• Demonstrated portfolio showcasing long-form writing and content development.

Responsibilities

• Research, write, and edit content for the company website, project stories, case studies, white papers, thought leadership articles, and other marketing materials.
• Develop award submissions, advertorials, industry articles, and other content for external publications.
• Interview employees, project teams, and subject matter experts to gather information and develop stories.
• Translate complex technical information into clear, engaging content for a variety of audiences.
• Write and optimize website content using SEO best practices.
• Provide copywriting and editing support for social media, marketing campaigns, and other communications initiatives as needed.
• Assist with conference materials, presentations, and industry event communications.
• Work with internal teams to coordinate content development, reviews, and approvals.
• Manage multiple writing assignments while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and deadlines

Skills

Exceptional writing

Editing & proofreading

Copywriting

Content development

Interviewing SMEs

SEO writing

Microsoft Office

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or related field

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Acrobat

CMS (website content management)

Email marketing platforms

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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A Content Specialist position is available at Garney. The Content Specialist is responsible for developing written content that supports Garney's marketing and communications efforts. This position creates content for a variety of platforms, including the company website, industry publications, award submissions, case studies, and other marketing materials.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Research, write, and edit content for the company website, project stories, case studies, white papers, thought leadership articles, and other marketing materials.
• Develop award submissions, advertorials, industry articles, and other content for external publications.
• Interview employees, project teams, and subject matter experts to gather information and develop stories.
• Translate complex technical information into clear, engaging content for a variety of audiences.
• Write and optimize website content using SEO best practices.
• Provide copywriting and editing support for social media, marketing campaigns, and other communications initiatives as needed.
• Assist with conference materials, presentations, and industry event communications.
• Work with internal teams to coordinate content development, reviews, and approvals.
• Manage multiple writing assignments while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and deadlines

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional content marketing, communications, copywriting, or marketing experience.
• Experience within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry.
• Demonstrated portfolio showcasing long-form writing and content development.

Preferred

• Experience supporting engineering, construction, infrastructure, or professional services organizations.
• Experience with SEO content development.
• Experience with website content management systems and email marketing platforms.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign and Acrobat.

Skills

• Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and copywriting skills.
• Strong ability to develop both short- and long-form content.
• Ability to interview subject matter experts and translate technical information into clear, engaging content.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience using content management systems, project management tools, and marketing platforms is preferred

LET'S TALK THE PERKS!

• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)
• Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay
• Shares of company stock at no cost starting your first day
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
• Student loan resources
• Weekly paychecks
• Paid time off8 paid holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
• Free life insurance and disability policy
• Free access to healthcare coordinators
• Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
• Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost
• Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
• 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store

THE BENEFITS OF WORKING AT GARNEY

• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)
• Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay
• Shares of company stock at no cost starting your first day
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
• Student loan resources
• Weekly paychecks
• Paid time off8 paid holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
• Free life insurance and disability policy
• Free access to healthcare coordinators
• Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
• Access to consultations with legal/financialprofessionals at no cost
• Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
• 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store

Garney and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney is a background screening, drug-free workplace. You may be required to complete a post-offer physical and a site-specific background check for this position.