Search Engine Marketing Strategist Job Description Search Engine Marketing Strategist (Planner) leads the efforts to increase site visibility, click through rates, and conversion rates for premiere clients. Key Responsibilities: Engage in all facets of clients’ search engine marketing (SEM) campaigns, including initial planning, implementation, monitoring, optimization, analysis and reporting Integrate SEM campaigns, including both Paid Search (Pay-Per-Click) and Search Engine Optimization (SEO), into clients’ media campaigns Manage bid management tools to effectively achieve the highest ROAS (ROI) across the major search engines (Google, Yahoo, MSN, etc.) as well as contextual marketing when appropriate. Develop campaign copy/creative, text-based titles and descriptions; establish keyword creations and mapping to campaign goals Utilize optimization techniques to improve site structure, page construction, content, keyword lists and SEO copywriting Research, identify and establish partnerships with respected websites for link-building Must be able to minimize CPC by increasing your quality index. Document site optimization and make recommendations to improve visibility, CTR, and increase conversions. Generate results reports. Generate ranking reports and conduct site audits Analyze data to develop actionable insights that can be measured and reported Develop performance metrics to provide recommendations and continually revise campaign strategy Ensure that SEM campaigns satisfy clients’ goals Partner with technical staff and media team when necessary. Report project status to upper management Accurately estimate timing and project scope. Timely delivery of projects is essential. Monitor emerging industry trends and stay up-to-date of search algorithms, indexing and data modeling Requirements: BA or MA preferred. At least 2-5 years of related experience with search engine marketing & optimization. Strong knowledge of search engine algorithms and ranking strategies Proficient with SEO reporting, analytical tools, HTML and JavaScript Experience managing PPC, CPA, and CPC campaigns. Knowledge of Adwords, Adsense, Panama, etc. Excellent communication skills (verbal & written). Top-notch project management and presentation skills are required.