Senior SEO Strategist

HURRDAT LLC; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Employee Discounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Time Off Policy

Job summary

Hurrdat is seeking a Senior SEO Strategist in Omaha to develop and execute search efforts for diverse clients. You will lead keyword research, content planning, and technical audits while partnering with content and engineering teams to boost organic visibility.

The role requires 5+ years in SEO, a track record of increasing traffic, and strong client-facing communication. It offers a hybrid schedule with remote work days and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of SEO experience with proven growth in organic traffic.
• Strong knowledge of site structure, schema, and performance optimization.
• Experience using industry tools to analyze data and inform strategy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive SEO strategies for multiple sites.
• Lead keyword research and content strategy aligned with client goals.
• Analyze performance and present actionable insights to teams and clients.
• Perform technical SEO audits and work with engineering to fix issues.
• Mentor junior staff and foster growth within the team.

Skills

SEO strategy

Keyword research

Analytics reporting

Technical SEO

Leadership

Multi-site SEO

Communication

Team development

Education

Bachelor's in Marketing/Advertising/Related

Tools

Google Analytics

Google Search Console

SEMrush

Ahrefs

Screaming Frog

Looker Studio

GTmetrix

Job description

Job Details

Location: OMAHA, NE 68137
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 Salary/year
Travel Percentage: None
Job Title: Senior SEO Strategist
FLSA Status: Exempt
Hours: Full-Time. Monday–Thursday is 8am-5pm with the option to work from home on Tuesday. Friday is a work from home, half-day from 8am-12pm.

To be considered must submit work examples, details will be given once an interview is scheduled.

Are you passionate about SEO and ready to make a significant impact? Join our dynamic marketing team at Hurrdat, where we empower small and large businesses to enhance their online presence and drive organic growth. We are seeking an innovative and results‑driven Senior SEO Strategist to join our talented team!

About Us

Hurrdat is one of a kind. A media, marketing, and entertainment agency. At Hurrdat, we pride ourselves on our ability to craft effective SEO strategies that cater to a diverse range of clients. Founded in Lincoln, Nebraska, in 2010 by a dedicated team of two, we began our journey by delivering social media services to brands and athletes. Over the past decade, our commitment to excellence has enabled us to evolve into a comprehensive marketing powerhouse, equipped with specialized divisions in marketing, media, sports, and entertainment. Through strategic mergers and acquisitions (with B2 Interactive, Disconnected Media, Digital Hero Films, Victory Fighting Championship, Hail Varsity, and Parkville Media) we have expanded our team to over 150 skilled professionals. Today, we proudly serve more than 200 clients across eight countries, spanning 43 states in the U.S. Our diverse clientele ranges from local startups eager to establish their brand presence to established enterprises seeking to enhance their digital footprint. At Hurrdat, we are driven by our mission to empower our clients and foster meaningful connections through innovative and data‑driven marketing strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and Execute SEO Strategies: Create 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.
• Keyword Research and Content Strategy: Identify high‑converting keyword opportunities and develop content strategies that align with client objectives and industry trends.
• Performance Analysis and Reporting: Demonstrate a strong understanding of marketing metrics and KPIs. Analyze SEO performance data to create actionable insights, prepare comprehensive reports, and effectively communicate to internal teams, management, and clients.
• Technical SEO Management: 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.
• Collaborative Leadership: Work closely with content creators, marketing professionals, and other stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging and optimize SEO efforts across all channels.
• Lead Multi‑Site SEO Strategies: Comfortably handle, oversee, and present multiple SEO strategies simultaneously, ensuring alignment and execution across various websites and platforms.
• Present Strategies and Reports: 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.
• Team Development: Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members and other marketing professionals outside of SEO team to foster a culture of learning and growth within the company.
• Stay Updated on SEO Trends: Keep well‑informed of industry trends, algorithm updates, and best practices to ensure the implementation of cutting‑edge strategies.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Advertising, Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, or related field or equivalent practical experience in SEO and digital marketing.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in SEO, with a proven track record of successfully increasing organic traffic and search rankings for a variety of websites.
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of technical SEO aspects, including site architecture, schema markup, and performance optimization.
• Keyword Research & Analytical Skills: 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.
• Content Management System: Proficiency in using WordPress, WP Engine, or similar website management platforms for content creation, optimization, redirects and overall site management.
• Adaptive to Emerging Technologies: Strong interest in applying AI and machine learning solutions to elevate SEO strategies and improve workflow efficiency. Experience in developing such solutions is a bonus.
• Strategic Leadership: Experience in leading multiple, innovative, and complex SEO strategies, with the ability to adapt to evolving market conditions and client needs.
• Communication & Problem‑Solving Skills: 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.
• Team Player: 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.

Extra Considerations

• 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.

Join us at Hurrdat and be a part of our mission to deliver outstanding SEO strategies that drive tangible results for our clients. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and help shape the future of our SEO initiatives, we want to hear from you!

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Work is normally performed in a typical office environment.
• Will lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds using safe and proper lifting methods.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Employee Discount’s
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Responsible Time Off Policy

Disclaimer

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees. It is not designed to contain, nor is it to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this position.

Hurrdat is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as defined by the EEOC.