Jr. Search Specialist

Date Posted: March 18, 2026
Job Location: Decatur, GA (Hybrid)
Job Status: Not Actively Hiring

Jr. Search Specialist Job Description

The Jr. Search Strategist supports client and internal marketing efforts through research-driven insights, content creation, and performance analysis. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow in a collaborative agency environment.

Jr. Search Specialist Job Responsibilities:

60% SEO Research, Analysis & Strategy

  • Conduct keyword research, keyword mapping, and competitive analyses to inform content decisions
  • Use tools such as SEMRush, SpyFu, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, Google Sheets, and Google Slides to organize and present findings
  • Pull and analyze performance data using tools like Google Analytics
  • Translate metrics into insights and recommendations that inform content direction and optimization

Content Development & Optimization

  • Write new content and implement edits
  • Collaborate using Google Docs and AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT)
  • Publish and manage content in WordPress

30% Content Writing

  • Write new content and implement edits
  • Collaborate using Google Docs and AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT)
  • Publish and manage content in WordPress

10% Internal Marketing

  • Support Captivate’s internal marketing initiatives
  • Assist with website optimization, blog content, and occasional social media support

Jr. Search Strategist Desired Skills and Experience

  • 1-2 years of hands-on SEO experience preferred
  • Effectively manage multiple projects and priorities
  • Proactively communicate: take initiative with new ideas, suggestions, and observations that arise from your work & industry trends related to your clients, update on timelines, and raise a hand when help is needed
  • Strive for excellence: doesn’t stop at done and voluntarily goes deeper
  • Demonstrate a genuine passion for research, insights, and continuous improvement
  • Stay current on AI, SEO, content, and digital marketing trends
  • Assist with social media research and content as it pertains to search, trends, and client goals
  • Assist with other projects as needed
  • Participate in meetings to understand client brands, goals, and success metrics

To apply for the Jr. Search Specialist position you must submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience, along with your salary requirements via email to careers@captivate.agency with the subject line “[Your Name]: The Next SEO Rockstar”

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