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Hearst
LocalEdge, a Hearst Media Services Company, is a Division of Hearst Communications, Inc.
As a premier multi-media organization, LocalEdge has been leading the transition to web-based advertising for small to mid-size businesses across all industries. Today, through the continued development of proprietary technology and strong vendor relationships that include major search engines, social network sites, and other leading tech-focused companies, LocalEdge offers a full line of digital marketing products that help its customers reach and interact with today’s consumers.
We are looking for an SEO Strategist to join our team! The SEO Strategist will work with our existing Search Engine Optimization team to provide strategic SEO services for our clients. The role will be responsible for implementing emerging SEO trends and tactics.This role may involve some client interaction with a heavy focus on content creation. This position requires the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Success metrics will be based on growth in overall ranking of specific keyword phrases, as well as quality and quantity of work.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Performs technical SEO Audits of client websites.
- Identifies, recommends, and implements on-page website SEO optimization.
- Regularly creates and edits website content for a wide range of industries.
- Contributes to the development of the team and other team members.
- Routinely reviews campaign performance and adjusts strategies as needed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Experience with Search Engine Optimization is preferred, but not required. Candidate must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
The incumbent/candidate must have a detailed work ethic, be highly motivated, well organized and be able to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individual customers. Candidate must have solid time management and written/oral communication skills. Computer skills are required for this position. Knowledge and experience in SEO is preferred but not required. Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects and resources are required.
Our Benefits: At Hearst Newspapers we not only support our employees through personal and professional development, but we also believe in promoting each individual’s physical, financial and emotional wellbeing (and that of their family). Our industry-leading benefits include:
- Physical Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
- Invest for the Future: Competitive retirement plan with matching program in most markets.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Recharge with ample time off, including holidays and vacation.
- Paid Parental Leave: Support for growing families, with paid leave for new parents.
- Monthly Child & Dependent Care Reimbursement: Financial support for the care of your loved ones.
- Emotional Wellbeing: Be your best self with our mental wellness benefits.
- LGBTQ+ & Inclusive Health Services: Inclusive healthcare designed for every individual’s unique needs.
- Fertility Coverage & Menopause Support: Helping you along every step of your family journey.
- Pet Wellness Reimbursement & Rover Credits: We care about your pets, too – helping you keep them happy and healthy.
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In accordance with applicable law, Hearst is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role if hired in New York State. The reasonable estimate, if hired in New York State, is $38,500. Please note this information is specific to those hired in New York State. If this role is open to candidates outside of New York State, the salary range would be aligned to that specific location. A final decision on the successful candidate’s starting salary will be based on a number of permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to skills and experience, training, certifications, and education.
About Hearst Newspapers:
With 2,500 employees across the nation, HNP represents a network of 24 daily and 52 weekly publications, including the San Francisco Chronicle, Houston Chronicle, San Antonio Express-News and Albany Times Union, several top digital-only news and lifestyle sites, marketing services businesses, and entertainment businesses such as King Features Syndicate. At HNP, we are investing in new and innovative ways to tell stories–growing newsrooms, diversifying tools, evolving platforms–to support the millions of people who trust us each month to help them make decisions, take action and be inspired.
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Senior SEO Strategist
elk Marketing
At elk Marketing, we’re a fast-growing digital agency serving brands like HexClad, goodr, and Built Bar with sharp, high-performance SEO, Paid Search, and Paid Social strategies. We're looking for a strategic SEO leader who can influence agency direction, own enterprise client growth strategies, communicate effectively up and down the client chain of command, mentor other strategists, and help shape the future of SEO at elk Marketing. This role blends advanced SEO expertise with business consulting, technical leadership, and cross-functional collaboration to drive measurable growth for some of our largest clients.
This is a role for an experienced SEO professional who’s excited to lead strategic work, share ideas that push the department forward, and support the growth of teammates along the way. You’ll collaborate with Account Executives, Paid Media Strategists, Content Teams, and Development Teams to execute strategy and deliver performance-driven results.
What You’ll Do
Onboard with our SEO team, tools, systems, and clients
Get up to speed on the accounts you'll be supporting by reviewing existing strategies, campaign roadmaps, content calendars, and recent performance
Shadow other SEO team members (Senior SEO Strategists and SEO Managers) and join client calls to understand our workflow, client needs, and cross-team dynamics
Join internal SEO team syncs and begin 1:1s with your manager
- Own ongoing SEO strategy and reporting across your assigned client load
Begin presenting performance insights and strategic roadmap updates in a way that feels authentic to your style
Review SEO Specialist work for quality, consistency, and alignment with strategy
Collaborate with SEO Managers to ensure specialty areas are accounted for within your strategy (content, technical, local- if applicable)
Join company-wide internal team meetings such as All Hands and Team Syncs
Lead SEO strategy and reporting across all assigned accounts with confidence
Support roadmap planning, content calendar planning, and contribute to client QBRs alongside Account Executives and Strategists
Be a resource for training others on SEO strategy, whether it’s mentoring a teammate, supporting an internal promotion, or helping onboard a new hire
Start contributing to process improvements and documentation that strengthen the SEO department
Serve as SEO Team Captain on one or more internal initiatives, such as tooling audits, reporting improvements, or documentation projects
In Your First 30 Days:
By Day 60:
By Day 90:
Disclaimers:
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): Elk Marketing LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Employment-At-Will: Employment with Elk Marketing LLC is at-will. This means that either the employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.
Background Check / Eligibility to Work: Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of applicable background checks, verification of eligibility to work in the United States, and compliance with other pre-employment requirements as permitted by law.
Salary Transparency: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith and are subject to change based on factors such as experience, skills, geographic location, and internal equity, consistent with applicable pay transparency laws.
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