Epic Web Studios Hiring for SEO Specialist Full Time

We are a full-service digital marketing agency. Our mission is to provide cutting-edge web development and digital marketing services to clients that are not only streamlined but also both affordable and accessible for all users.

As a tight-knit team who feels passionately about what we do, our company culture can be described as collaborative, engaging, social, and fast-paced.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU’LL:

• Develop and deploy a strategic plan for a client’s web presence.
• Collaborate with a team of web developers, designers and copywriters.
• Develop and lead full on-page SEO strategies for clients.
• Manage the workflows to effectively and efficiently implement SEO strategies within the allotted time and budget.
• Track, analyze, and clearly communicate the results and impact of SEO to clients via regular analytics s and meetings.
• Perform on-page SEO audits including technical, user experience, and content aspects.
• Communicate with clients on a regular basis and maintain ongoing SEO client relationships.
• Understand fundamentals of on-page SEO, how it relates to web development and digital marketing, and continue to learn about industry trends and updates.
• Implement new tools and internal processes when needed to help streamline time management, client success rate, and employee satisfaction.

EXPERIENCE:

• Degree in Marketing, Advertising, Analytics, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated SEO/Analytics experience is required (be able to tell us about what you’ve done in the past that makes this position a good fit for your skill set).
• Understanding of technical SEO as it relates to a CMS, front-end website, and competitors.
• Understanding and experience in Google Search Console, Google Analytics, and leading SEO tools (i.e. SEMrush, Screaming Frog, etc.) is required.
• Understanding of local, national, and international SEO elements.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Strategic planning and decision making; identify priorities and decide on the best path of implementation.
• Ensure execution; follow up on KPI pertaining to team and clients.
• Sets strategic direction in collaboration with team and clients.
• Effective written and verbal communication with team and clients.
• Adaptability in times of change.
• Effectively communicate technical strategies and analytics to clients.
• Articulate and manage expectations for both clients and staff.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED FOR SUCCESS:

• Critical thinking skills to effectively determine creative solutions to problems.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills as you will work on multiple projects and tasks on any given day.
• Self-motivated/self-starter.
• Assertive but empathetic with communication.
• Strong attention to detail, multitasking, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A growth-oriented mindset.

CHALLENGES YOU MAY FACE:

• Using data to tell a story.
• Meeting the demands and expectations of both clients and team.
• Working on a unified strategy across multiple teams and finding creative solutions within a given set of parameters.
• Self-accountability — while we are there to guide you, it will be up to you to efficiently manage your time, ask for help, and/or highlight any issues.
• Change — the internet is ever-changing and so are our strategies and processes. You must be open to new ways and be willing to adapt to change when needed.

DERAILERS:

• Poor communication skills
• Egocentrism
• Emotionally impulsive
• Unable to adapt to company tools
• Poor time management
• Lack of attention to detail
• Unable to adapt to change

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH:

At Epic, you’ll join a team of motivated creative thinkers with a wide range of talents. Our team loves to engage with one another on a variety of platforms to keep lines of communication open and workplace relationships strong. We enjoy walks around Downtown Erie, PA during lunch, happy hours at local restaurants and bars, as well as discussing our independent hobbies. What connects us most is our love of growth — on both personal and professional levels.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Erie, PA 16501: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Technical SEO: 1 year (Preferred)
• On-Page SEO: 1 year (Preferred)
• Google Analytics: 1 year (Preferred)
• Google Data Studio: 1 year (Preferred)
• SEO: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Erie, PA 16501