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Ryan Barr

@ryanbarr

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Experienced public administration professional with a focus on development.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters community engagement and allows for impactful project management.

I am a dedicated public administration professional with a strong background in development, project management, and community engagement. My journey began with a Master of Public Administration from Norwich University, where I graduated magna cum laude. I have honed my skills through various roles, including my current position as a Co-Host and Producer for the award-winning 'History on Film Podcast,' where I engage audiences with compelling content and manage production logistics.

Throughout my career, I have successfully built relationships with corporate partners, developed marketing materials, and managed social media accounts to enhance organizational visibility. My experience as a Development Director at the Lone Star Film Society allowed me to execute comprehensive fundraising strategies, while my role as a Grants Compliance Program Manager at Dallas County Health and Human Services has equipped me with the expertise to ensure program compliance and conduct risk assessments. I am passionate about fostering community connections and driving impactful initiatives.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Political Science Adjunct Professor

Current

Southern New Hampshire University

Dec 2014 - Present (10 years 6 months)

Designed course materials and facilitated discussions to enhance student learning in political science. Provided feedback and monitored student progress.

Curriculum Development

Current

Co-Host & Producer

Current

The History on Film Podcast

Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 8 months)

Co-hosted an award-winning podcast focused on cultural and media studies. Managed production schedules, researched topics, and booked guests. Created promotional content for social media and oversaw the YouTube channel.

Podcast Production Social Media Management Content Creation Research Video Editing Marketing

Grants Compliance Program Manager

Dallas County Health and Human Services

Aug 2022 - Nov 2024 (2 years 3 months)

Monitored service provider compliance with grants and regulations. Conducted risk assessments and developed performance measures to improve service effectiveness.

Compliance Monitoring Risk Assessment Data Analysis

Development Director

Lone Star Film Society and Film Festival

Apr 2021 - Aug 2022 (1 year 4 months)

Managed fundraising strategies and grant writing for the organization. Developed membership programs and maintained donor relationships.

Fundraising Program Development Strategic Planning

Development & Membership Manager

Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth

Sep 2018 - Jan 2021 (2 years 4 months)

Developed partnerships with corporate sponsors, created marketing materials, and managed social media accounts. Planned events and discussions on Japanese culture, enhancing community engagement.

Relationship Management Marketing Project Management Social Media Strategy Event Planning Community Outreach Content Creation

Membership and Development Coordinator

Whitney Museum of American Art

Jul 2016 - Jul 2018 (2 years)

Created and managed membership programs, organized events, and collaborated with the development team to enhance member engagement.

Event Planning Relationship Building Team Collaboration

Social Media Consultant

One Strategic Advantage

Oct 2014 - Jul 2016 (1 year 9 months)

Provided consulting services for political campaigns, focusing on social media strategies, video editing, and marketing tools to enhance campaign visibility.

Social Media Strategy Video Editing Campaign Management

Online News Contributor

AllOnGeorgia

Nov 2015 - Jul 2016 (8 months)

Reported on local and statewide Georgia politics, writing articles and op-eds for an online magazine. Collaborated with editors and other contributors to deliver timely content.

Writing Content Creation Collaboration Research

Staff Writer

Zpolitics

Nov 2015 - Jul 2016 (8 months)

Wrote articles and op-eds on Georgia politics for an online magazine, working closely with the editorial team to ensure timely publication.

Political Writing Research Content Development Collaboration

District Executive

Central Georgia Council, Boy Scouts of America

Sep 2013 - Sep 2014 (1 year)

Oversaw membership and fundraising activities, ensuring goals were met through data analysis and community engagement.

Fundraising Data Analysis Community Engagement Program Management

On-Air Talent & Production Manager

WGUR 88.9 – Georgia College and State University

Jan 2009 - Aug 2011 (2 years 7 months)

Produced and hosted weekly radio shows, created promotional content, and represented the station at media conferences. Managed audio production and editing.

Audio Production Audio Editing Content Creation Public Speaking