Senior SEO Strategist Application

Senior SEO StrategistWe're looking for someone who understands how search works today and where it's going. At Drum Creative, we believe search visibility is built through clarity, strategy, and authority. We are looking for a Senior SEO Strategist who can lead search strategy for our clients and help organizations grow their visibility in an evolving digital landscape.

This role combines technical expertise, data analysis, and content strategy to drive meaningful organic growth. You will work closely with our Client Success, Creative, and Web teams to develop and execute SEO strategies that connect search performance to real business outcomes. If you enjoy solving complex problems, identifying opportunities, and helping brands grow their authority online, we would love to meet you.SEO Strategy DevelopmentBuild and execute comprehensive SEO strategies that support client growth.Develop keyword strategies based on search intent and business goalsBuild topic clusters and content hubs that strengthen authorityOptimize on-page, technical, local, and off-page SEO effortsAlign SEO strategy with broader marketing initiativesTechnical SEO & OptimizationIdentify and resolve technical issues that affect visibility and performance.Conduct website audits for crawlability, indexing, and performanceImprove site architecture, metadata, internal linking, and schema markupMonitor Core Web Vitals, page speed, and technical healthPartner with developers to implement SEO best practicesData Analysis & PerformanceUse data to guide strategy and demonstrate results.Track performance through Google Analytics, Search Console, SEMrush, and other toolsIdentify trends and opportunities to improve rankings and trafficCreate dashboards and scorecards to communicate impactRefine strategies based on performance insightsClient Strategy & CommunicationTranslate complex SEO insights into clear direction for clients.Present strategies, reports, and insights in simple languageLead SEO discussions during strategy and review meetingsPartner with Client Success Managers to align SEO with broader client goalsCross-Team CollaborationEnsure SEO supports the full marketing and website experience.Work with copywriters to guide optimized content creationCollaborate with designers and developers on site structure and performanceAlign organic strategy with paid media and social initiativesWhat Success Looks LikeClients gain stronger organic visibility and authoritySEO strategies align with measurable business outcomesWebsites improve in technical performance and search visibilityClients understand the impact of SEO on their growthQualifications10+ years of SEO experience in an agency or multi-client environmentStrong understanding of technical SEO, on-page optimization, and search algorithmsExperience with tools such as SEMrush, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, GA4, and Google Search ConsoleFamiliarity with schema markup, Core Web Vitals, and performance optimizationExperience working with WordPress, Elementor, and ACF preferredStrong analytical thinking and clear communication skillsAbout Drum CreativeDrum Creative is a strategic marketing and design agency based in Greenville, South Carolina.

For over 20 years, we have helped organizations clarify their message, strengthen their brand, and grow through thoughtful strategy and creative execution. Our work spans brand strategy, websites, digital marketing, video, photography, and design, all focused on helping our clients move forward with clarity and confidence.