Search Engine Optimization Specialist

WANTED! The World's Most Strategic Remote SEO Specialist

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When you apply, please make sure the subject line is: "I actually read the instructions."

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WHO WE ARE

We are a crew of freedom-loving, sovereignty-obsessed, AI-wielding digital marketers who believe that the best businesses are built by people who refuse to play by somebody else's rules.

MindShift Studios is a digital marketing agency headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, with team members in Calgary, Canada and San Salvador, El Salvador. We serve founders in Bitcoin, sovereignty movements, health and wellness, real estate, and the emerging El Salvador startup ecosystem.

We're not a factory. We're a small, fast-moving team of people who actually give a damn about the work we do. Our clients aren't faceless corporations. They're founders building something that matters, and they need marketing partners who get it.

We run on four core values: the Gift of Uniqueness, the Pursuit of Clarity, the Spark of Creativity, and the Spirit of Disruption. If those resonate with you, keep reading. If they don't, we're probably not your people.

Check us out: mindshiftstudios.com

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WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We need an SEO Specialist who can own organic search performance across multiple client accounts. This is a remote (work-from-home) position.

Our SEO Specialist doesn't just chase keywords. They think strategically about how search engines, AI platforms, and real humans discover and evaluate a brand online. You'll be responsible for technical audits, content strategy, on-page optimization, link building, and the emerging discipline of Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) — which is how brands show up in AI-powered search tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews.

This role sits at the intersection of analytical thinking and creative strategy. You'll work closely with our project manager, our paid ads team, and directly with clients across multiple verticals. If you're the kind of person who gets genuinely excited about cracking a ranking problem or uncovering a content gap that nobody else saw, this role was built for you.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver monthly SEO performance reports for 8-10 client accounts that clearly show rankings, traffic, and actionable next steps. No vanity metrics. Clients should understand exactly what's working and why.
• Execute technical SEO audits and fixes including site speed optimization, crawl error resolution, schema markup, Core Web Vitals, and indexation issues. You should be comfortable working inside Google Search Console, Ahrefs or Semrush, and Screaming Frog.
• Develop and execute content strategies including keyword research, content briefs, topic clustering, and editorial calendar recommendations. You'll work with writers (or write yourself) to produce content that ranks and converts.
• Build and manage backlink acquisition campaigns that grow domain authority through quality outreach, digital PR, and strategic partnerships. No spam. No PBNs. Real links from real sites.
• Pioneer our GEO/AI search optimization practice by ensuring client brands are discoverable and accurately represented across AI-powered search platforms. This is a new discipline, and we're looking for someone who wants to help us lead in it.
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QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

We care far more about how you think than where you went to school or how many years you've spent in a cubicle. That said, here's what will set you up for success:

• Strong analytical thinking. You can look at data and see stories, patterns, and opportunities that others miss.
• Genuine curiosity about how search engines and AI platforms work, and a habit of staying current as things change.
• Comfortable using AI tools to amplify your work. We believe AI makes great people greater. If you're already using AI in your SEO workflow, tell us how.
• Clear, confident communication in English (written and verbal). You'll interface with clients directly.
• Self-directed and accountable. We don't micromanage. We trust you to own your work and flag issues before they become problems.
• Familiarity with WordPress and basic HTML is a plus. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a bonus, not a requirement.
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SALARY AND GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

SEO Specialist starts at $25 per hour.

• You'll start by working alongside our SEO lead to learn our systems, tools, and client communication style.
• Within 60 days, you'll own a portfolio of client accounts with full autonomy over strategy and execution.
• Performance is graded on client retention, organic traffic growth, and ranking improvements.
• We actively promote from within. Strong SEO Specialists have a clear path to leading our organic search practice as we grow.
• We support side projects and entrepreneurial ambitions. If you're building something of your own, we think that makes you a better team member, not a flight risk.
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SUCCESSFUL SEO SPECIALIST PERSONALITY PROFILE

While there's no single "right way" to do this job, the people who've thrived in roles like this at our agency share a specific set of traits.

They're driven by curiosity and results. They dig into data the way other people binge-watch Netflix. They're resourceful problem-solvers who don't wait for permission to figure something out. They communicate directly, take ownership of their work, and care about the client's success as if it were their own business.

What energizes top performers in this role

• Cracking tough ranking problems
• Seeing the data prove them right (or learning when it doesn't)
• Building something new (GEO is wide open territory)
• Working with founders who are doing meaningful, non-conventional work
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MAKE SURE YOU'RE COMFORTABLE WITH...

• Remote work: This is a fully remote position. You need a quiet environment, reliable power, and stable high-speed internet. If that's not your situation right now, this isn't the right role.
• 60-day trial period: All offers start with a 60-day trial to make sure we're the right fit for each other. If you're currently in a comfortable position, don't leave unless you're confident in your ability to perform.
• Multiple verticals: Our clients span Bitcoin, firearms, real estate, health and wellness, and sovereignty movements. If any of these make you uncomfortable, this probably isn't the right fit.
• Time zone overlap: We need at least 4 hours of overlap with Eastern Time (ET). We're flexible on when you work, but collaboration requires some shared hours.
• Fast pace: We're a growing agency. Priorities shift. New clients come on. If you need a perfectly predictable, slow-moving environment, this isn't it.
• Camera on: We do video meetings with clients and as a team. We expect cameras on. Connection matters to us.
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OUR VALUES

Gift of Uniqueness: Every person, every business, every project has something that makes it one of a kind. We find it, we amplify it, and we refuse to use cookie-cutter solutions.

Pursuit of Clarity: We don't hide behind jargon or vague reports. If something isn't working, we say so. If we don't know the answer, we admit it and go figure it out. Truth is the starting point for solving every problem.

Spark of Creativity: The best solutions aren't found in playbooks. We think differently, test constantly, and aren't afraid to try something nobody's tried before.

Spirit of Disruption: We work with founders who are challenging the status quo. That means we need team members who are willing to challenge it too. Question everything. Push back. Make it better.

In your application, pick ONE of these values and tell us what it means to you personally and how you've lived it in your work.

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TO APPLY

If you're still reading, we like you already. Here's what we need:

1. A link to your resume in PDF format with the following naming convention: Lastname.Firstname.SEO-Specialist.pdf

2. A brief description of your SEO experience and why you think you'd be a great fit for MindShift Studios. Don't be shy.

3. Your answer to this question: If you were an animal, what animal would you be and why?

4. Your answer to this question: What does this quote mean to you personally? "The secret of freedom lies in educating people, whereas the secret of tyranny is in keeping them ignorant." — Maximilien Robespierre

5. Pick ONE of our four values (Gift of Uniqueness, Pursuit of Clarity, Spark of Creativity, Spirit of Disruption) and tell us what it means to you and how you've lived it.

6. A 2-minute video introduction (Loom or similar) telling us who you are, what excites you about SEO, and why MindShift Studios caught your eye. Keep it real. We're not looking for polish. We're looking for you.

Send your submission to: [email protected]

Please make sure your subject line reads: "I actually read the instructions."

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ONE LAST THING

We know this is a lot. We're asking you to do more than most job applications require. That's intentional.

We're not looking for someone who's just looking for any job. We're looking for someone who reads this and thinks, "These are my people."

If that's you, take the time to follow the instructions carefully. Show us what you've got. We promise it's worth it.

If you have questions about the role or the application process, include them in your submission. We're happy to answer anything.

We can't wait to meet you.

— The MindShift Studios Team

Pay: $30,000.00 - $42,240.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Jacksonville, FL 32259