Senior SEO Strategist

Hurrdat•Omaha, NE

5d•$75,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Hurrdat, a media, marketing, and entertainment agency, as an innovative and results-driven Senior SEO Strategist. We empower small and large businesses to enhance their online presence and drive organic growth. Hurrdat, founded in 2010, has evolved into a comprehensive marketing powerhouse with specialized divisions and over 150 skilled professionals serving more than 200 clients across eight countries. We are driven by our mission to empower clients and foster meaningful connections through innovative and data-driven marketing strategies.

Requirements

Degree in Advertising, Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, or related field or equivalent practical experience in SEO and digital marketing.
5+ years of experience in SEO, with a proven track record of successfully increasing organic traffic and search rankings for a variety of websites.
Strong understanding of technical SEO aspects, including site architecture, schema markup, and performance optimization.
Proficient in using SEO tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, Looker Studio, GTmetrix, or similar tools) to analyze performance data and inform strategy.
Proficiency in using WordPress, WP Engine, or similar website management platforms for content creation, optimization, redirects and overall site management.
Strong interest in applying AI and machine learning solutions to elevate SEO strategies and improve workflow efficiency.
Experience in leading multiple, innovative, and complex SEO strategies, with the ability to adapt to evolving market conditions and client needs.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills paired with strong initiative for identifying errors or challenges and providing effective solutions.
Must be comfortable communicating internally through in-person meetings, phone calls, and email, as well as engaging with clients via meetings and email correspondence.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment, collaborating with various stakeholders to achieve common goals.
Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience in developing AI and machine learning solutions for SEO is a bonus.
Experience with local search best practices.
Writing content that engages and converts.
Experience with project management software such as Jira, or Asana.
Familiarity with web development concepts including HTML, JSON or CSS will be considered an asset.
Relevant certifications for SEO tools.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement comprehensive SEO strategies to improve organic search visibility and drive targeted traffic for a variety of websites across search engines including but not limited to Google, YouTube, Bing, and others.
Identify high-converting keyword opportunities and develop content strategies that align with client objectives and industry trends.
Analyze SEO performance data to create actionable insights, prepare comprehensive reports, and effectively communicate to internal teams, management, and clients.
Conduct technical audits to identify and resolve issues affecting site performance and usability, collaborating closely with engineering and development teams to ensure improvements support SEO best practices.
Work closely with content creators, marketing professionals, and other stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging and optimize SEO efforts across all channels.
Comfortably handle, oversee, and present multiple SEO strategies simultaneously, ensuring alignment and execution across various websites and platforms.
Present SEO strategies and performance reports to internal stakeholders and clients, effectively articulating the value of SEO initiatives and their impact on overall business goals.
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members and other marketing professionals outside of the SEO team to foster a culture of learning and growth within the company.
Keep well-informed of industry trends, algorithm updates, and best practices to ensure the implementation of cutting-edge strategies.