SEO Specialist jobs in the United States

Company Description

At SEO Design Chicago we are passionate about growing the digital footprint and overall financial success of small to medium-sized businesses. As a multi-faceted digital marketing firm, SDC prides itself on providing tailor-made programs that meet client needs with an array of strategies, tools, and processes that have proven successful for even the most niche clients. Through traditional digital marketing, web development, analytics, graphic design, social media, and the execution of successful ad campaigns, SEO Design Chicago sets itself apart from other marketing firms by offering the most comprehensive approach to any company’s contemporary marketing needs.

Job Description

Our goal is to increase website reach and growth to find new audiences. We are in search of an experienced SEO trained content writer with a focus on SEO optimization. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience using SEMRush and Ahrefs. The candidate will be optimizing existing content for researched keywords using several SEO tools. 

We're looking for someone who has experience with keyword research and content writing and can combine these two experiences and create thoroughly optimized content on our site. 

If you are a highly organized, passionate, and adaptable individual with a background in editing, you are highly encouraged to apply. To succeed in this position, you must have exceptional written, communication, analytical, organizational, and collaborative skills, as well as a deep understanding of content and growth marketing best practices, a strong copywriting background, and a passion for delivering measurable results.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement SEO strategies and tactics to improve website visibility and drive traffic
• Conduct keyword research to identify relevant keywords and search terms
• Optimize existing website content for target keywords and search engines, including meta tags, URLs, and other on-page elements to enhance search engine visibility 
• Ensure all website content is optimized for mobile and desktop services
• Conduct regular audits of website content and make recommendation for optimization
• Stay up-to-date on the latest SEO trends and algorithms
• Adhere to SEO Design Chicago’s policies and best practices at all times
  

Skills and Requirements

• 2-4 years of SEO experience 
  
• Knowledge of online marketing strategies and website development process
  
• WordPress experience is a plus, but not required
• Highly motivated
• Time management and organizational skills
• Openness to feedback
  
• Native English speaker
• Proven experience of online platforms: WordPress, SEMRush, and Ahrefs
  
• Able to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and deliver high quality work efficiently 
• Reliable and efficient
• Attention to detail
  

Job Types: Contract

Salary: Paid per completed content piece (25-50/hr)

Benefits:

• Remote schedule

Remote interview process

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• SEO Experience: 2 years (Required)
• Marketing, Advertising, or Managing SEO Accounts: 1 years (Preferred)
• Editing, Content Writing: 1 Years (Required)
• Ahrefs and SEMRush Experience: 2 Years (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60647