We are currently seeking a Search Marketing Specialist to focus on building the agencys paid search advertising and search engine optimization activities.
Key Responsibilities:
* Identify the best forms and means for pay per click and search engine optimization, translating business goals into successful strategies.
* Coach and mentor team demonstrating best SEM practices
* Develop, test, and analyze key words, descriptions, bidding strategies and landing page URLs to maximize results, drive volume, and attain desired results
* Manage tracking, reporting and analysis of marketing campaigns and programs to improve overall campaign performance.
* Ensure the timely adjustment of the search marketing strategy to meet changing market and competitive conditions.
* Work with cross functional departments to align with goals and objectives develop and track all details of search engine initiatives.
* Provide management reports and insight as needed.
* Maintain expertise in search engine optimization.
Experience
Requirements and Qualifications:
* Bachelors Degree in Marketing, Advertising, Business or other related field.
* 3+ years of marketing experience with a search, online or direct marketing focus.
* Proven quality of web site optimization recommendations, results & deliverables.
* Proven experience with online marketing metrics such as ROI, click-through rate, cost-per-click, conversion rate, average order size, customer acquisition cost, etc.
* Excellent analytical skills, including experience reviewing campaign performance results and making recommendations for future action.
* Experience managing Yahoo! Search Marketing, Google AdWords and MSN Ad Center campaigns.
* Understanding of search engine ranking factors and algorithms.
* Knowledge of web analytics.
* Strong proficiency in Excel, ability to manipulate and analyze large amounts of data.
* Understanding of basic HTML and page optimization.
* Ability to work with Account Managers and implement ongoing strategic projects.
* Must possess excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to work within a growing company with increasing needs.
* Experience with and passion for social networks a plus
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