SEO / GEO / AEO Strategist

Trimark Digital

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    This role sits at the intersection of traditional search, generative search (AI-driven results), and answer engine optimization-owning how brands show up across Google, AI platforms, and emerging discovery channels. You'll lead content strategy with a performance mindset-building scalable, data-informed programs that drive visibility, traffic, and qualified leads across organic and AI-powered experiences.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationRaleigh, NC

    Description

    SEO / GEO / AEO Strategist

    We're looking for a search strategist who understands that "SEO" isn't just about rankings anymore. This role sits at the intersection of traditional search, generative search (AI-driven results), and answer engine optimization-owning how brands show up across Google, AI platforms, and emerging discovery channels. You'll lead content strategy with a performance mindset-building scalable, data-informed programs that drive visibility, traffic, and qualified leads across organic and AI-powered experiences.

    Roles + Responsibilities

    Search Strategy (SEO + GEO + AEO)

    • Develop and execute integrated search strategies across:

    • Traditional SEO (organic rankings, technical optimization)

    • Generative Engine Optimization (visibility in AI-generated responses)

    • Answer Engine Optimization (featured snippets, zero-click results)

    • Identify opportunities to increase brand presence across Google, ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and other AI-driven discovery platforms

    • Monitor and adapt to changes in search behavior, SERP features, and AI interfaces

    Content Strategy & Development

    • Own the content roadmap aligned to business goals, search demand, and user intent
    • Build topic clusters, entity-driven content, and semantic strategies
    • Partner with writers, designers, and subject matter experts to produce high-quality, authoritative content
    • Optimize existing content for performance across both traditional and AI-driven search environments

    Performance & Analytics

    • Define KPIs across rankings, traffic, conversions, and AI visibility
    • Analyze performance using tools like GA4, GSC, Ahrefs/Semrush, and emerging AI visibility tools
    • Translate data into actionable insights and ongoing optimization plans

    Technical & On-Page Optimization

    • Collaborate with development teams to ensure strong technical SEO foundations (site structure, schema, page speed, crawlability)
    • Implement structured data and entity markup to improve machine understanding and AI surfacing
    • Ensure content is optimized for readability, extraction, and summarization by AI systems

    Cross-Channel Collaboration

    • Work closely with paid media, CRO, and sales teams to align messaging and maximize pipeline impact
    • Support integrated campaigns where organic, paid, and AI visibility work together

    Requirements

    • 3-7+ years of experience in SEO, content strategy, or organic growth

    • Strong understanding of:

    • Technical SEO fundamentals

    • Content strategy and keyword/intent mapping

    • Evolving search landscape (AI search, zero-click behavior, entity-based search)

    • Experience creating or managing high-performing content programs

    • Familiarity with structured data, schema, and semantic SEO principles

    • Analytical mindset with the ability to tie work to business outcomes

    • Clear communicator who can translate complex search concepts into actionable plans

    Bonus Points

    • Experience optimizing for AI platforms (ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, etc.)
    • Background in B2B, lead generation, or performance marketing environments
    • Experience with CRO or conversion-focused content
    • Familiarity with APIs, automation, or programmatic SEO approaches

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