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Onward Search is looking for an SEO Specialist to join our agency client in beautiful coastal South Carolina for an onsite, direct hire opportunity!Position Summary:Analyze and report on the traffic to sites from organic search channels. Optimize all aspects of a client’s site related to improving rankings on search engines for relevant terms and generate ideas and a strategy for content creation in order to drive more qualified traffic and conversions. Collaborate with SEM/PPC specialists on keywords and landing pages where appropriate and occasionally managing paid search advertising campaigns through Google Ads and Bing Ads on search, display, and video formats to improve conversion numbers and/or reduce the cost of conversions. Analytical reporting and strategic focus is a must, with the ability to interpret the data in layman’s terms.Primary Functions:Perform keyword research Conduct pre-live optimization and audits for new website launches Develop and execute SEO strategies Optimize on-site content Build an effective linking strategy Inform content strategy Analyze data, build monthly reports, and provide insights Perform ad-hoc reporting as necessary to continually measure performance Interpret data to account manager and stakeholders Keep up-to-date on industry changes and best practices (such as algorithm updates) Contribute to user experience and conversion optimization audits and testing projectsMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field preferred. 3-5 years of hands-on work experience in SEO strategy, reporting, and analysis, preferably in a marketing/advertising agency environment. Basic understanding of HTML Knowledge of Google’s ranking factors Proficiency with Excel or Google Sheets Experience with analytical software such as Google Analytics or Adobe Analytics Outstanding communication skills, specifically with regard to writing & grammarPreferred Qualifications:Proficiency with Google Ads and/or Bing Ads A basic understanding of how CSS and JS relate to SEO Google Search Console Bing Webmaster Tools Advanced understanding of HTML/HTML5 Experience with ranking software such as SEMRush, Conductor Searchlight or Raven Experience with reporting tools such as Google Data Studio CMS experience with WordPress and/or Craft Ecommerce platform experience with platforms such as Magento, or Shopify.

Onward Search is looking for a Sr. UI/UX Designer to join our corporate client in Charlotte for an onsite contract-to-hire opportunity! The position is expected to require 40 hrs/wk and benefits are available during the contract period.PLEASE NOTE: This position sits onsite in Charlotte, North Carolina, but candidates from outside of that market who are willing to relocate to Charlotte are encouraged to apply. However, please also note that this is a contract-to-hire role and relocation assistance will not be provided.Job Summary:Work in collaboration with senior-level colleagues across broad, cross-functional teams to design B2B and B2C multichannel digital campaigns and assets including web pages, microsites, landing pages, mobile applications, email campaigns, and similar creative and marketing initiatives.Primary Responsibilities:Create and develop digital user interaction design solutions for current and future applications, from initial concept through production. Design desktop and mobile web pages for B2B and B2C initiatives. Design email for B2B and B2C initiatives; may also code emails. Create interactive wireframes, optimizing userflows for web, mobile and email user experiences. Maintain website appearance by updating assets, developing content, and enforcing content and display standards. Produce animation and renderings using Cinema 4D Collaborate with broad multidisciplinary creative, marketing, and technical teams to drive user experience and strategy.Minimum Qualifications:6+ years of professional design experience focused on digital, UI, and UX design. Bachelor’s degree in Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, or a similar field from an accredited university or college Prior experience in an advertising agency or in-house agency environment preferred. Strong experience in the Adobe Creative Suite and other related design tools (Sketch, WordPress, etc.). Working knowledge of website and application development including an understanding of the capabilities and implementation of front-end programming languages including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript. However, this is NOT a development role. Experience in animation and motion graphics using Cinema4D is a plus but not required. Strong attention to detail and a proven ability to prioritize multiple concurrent projects against tight deadlines. Core design skills; ability to establish visual hierarchy, layout, typography, and color effectively. Experience working collaboratively across cross-functional teams. Outstanding written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Strong examples of innovative and modern digital, UI, and UX design REQUIRED and should be submitted at time of application.Does this sound like you? Apply today!