Content Strategist, SEO

WHY DEPT®?

We are pioneers at heart. What this means, is that we are always leaning forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 20+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients' problems, no matter where you are in the world.

We are currently only hiring in specific location in the United States. Locations, office requirements, and salary bands are outlined below. Please note that we do not offer relocation at this time.

THE ROLE

Content Strategists are responsible for managing client accounts and executing content strategies that align with SEO goals. They oversee content creation, optimization, and performance tracking for assigned accounts. Content Strategists are expected to be proactive in managing client relationships, ensuring that strategies are executed effectively, and delivering high-quality content that meets client objectives.

Content Strategists should be able to handle multiple accounts simultaneously, maintain strong client communications, and ensure content is optimized for both SEO and user experience. They are expected to demonstrate leadership within their accounts, guiding the execution of content strategies while working alongside Senior Content Strategists and Associate Directors to achieve client success.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Content Strategy Execution: Develop and implement content strategies for assigned accounts. Work closely with internal teams (SEO, design, development) to execute content strategies and ensure timely delivery.
  
  
• SEO & Performance Optimization: Monitor content performance and optimize strategies based on data insights. Provide actionable recommendations to clients for improving content performance.
  
  
• Account Management: Independently manage a portfolio of medium to large client accounts, ensuring that content strategies align with SEO goals and client objectives. Serve as the primary point of contact for day-to-day client communications.
  
  
• Client Communication & Reporting: Provide regular performance updates and strategic recommendations to clients. Ensure transparent communication on deliverables, timelines, and progress.
  
  
• Content Creation & Editing: Write, edit, and deliver high-quality content for various formats (blogs, landing pages, etc.), ensuring it meets client needs and SEO requirements.
  
  
• Team Collaboration: Work with internal teams to execute integrated content strategies. Ensure content is optimized for both SEO and user experience.
  
  
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to content creation processes, ensuring that workflows are efficient and scalable.

WHAT YOU BRING

• A minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience, with a strong background in content strategy, editorial oversight, and SEO best practices.
• Proven ability to develop and guide content production across multiple client accounts, ensuring alignment with brand voice, search intent, and strategic goals.
• Strong project management skills, capable of coordinating freelance writers and ensuring timely delivery of content assets.
• Curiosity, flexibility, and eagerness to collaborate closely with cross-functional teams.
• An interest in developing your expertise in managing client accounts and executing content strategies.
• Over time, an ability to identify opportunities for account growth, including upselling content services and collaborating with Senior Content Strategists to create actionable growth plans.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

We are a collaborative, open-door, best-idea-wins environment that fosters personal and company growth and has fun doing it. Here is a snapshot of our benefits package:

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k plan, plus matching
• PTO
• Paid Company Holidays
• Parental Leave

The anticipated salary ranges for this position and subsequent locations are listed below. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, expertise, physical location, and organizational impact. This is based on a 40-hour workweek and leveling. Keep in mind, we're flexible.

WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU:

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s lived experience, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and genetic information. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step.

DEPT® participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work. Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place.

DEPT® is a pioneering technology and marketing services company that creates integrated end-to-end digital experiences for brands such as Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, eBay and more. Its team of 2,500+ digital specialists across 30+ locations on 5 continents delivers pioneering work on a global scale with a boutique culture.

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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.

We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

This is remote role, however you must be located within 50 miles of Salt Lake City, UT to be considered.

This is a hybrid office location with the expectation that you will need to go into the office 3 days week. You must be located within 50 miles of our Denver, CO office located at: 3320 Walnut St, Denver, CO 80205

This is remote role, however you must be located within 50 miles of Atlanta, GA to be considered.

This is a hybrid office location with the expectation that you will need to go into the office 3 days week. You must be located within 50 miles of our Chicago, IL office located at: One South Wacker, 1 S Wacker Dr #2250, Chicago, IL 60606.

This is a hybrid office location with the expectation that you will need to go into the office 3 days week. You must be located within 50 miles of our Boston, MA or Newburyport, MA offices located at: 35 India St, Boston, MA 02110; 20 Inn St, Newburyport, MA 01950

This is remote role, however you must be located within 50 miles of New York, NY (tri-state area is ok) to be considered.

This is remote role, however you must be located within 50 miles of San Diego, CA or Los Angeles, CA to be considered.