Digital Marketing Specialist (SEO Focus)

About Strive Marketing

Strive Marketing (DBA Instinct Marketing, LLC) helps local businesses grow by generating real leads through smart digital marketing strategies. Our services include Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Pay-Per-Click (PPC) advertising, website design & development, and more — all designed to help our clients succeed online.

We take pride in our collaborative, energetic, and growth-focused culture. Our agency feels like a family — where every team member is supported, valued, and encouraged to develop their skills. If you’re looking to grow your digital marketing career and be part of a team that invests in your learning, this could be the perfect fit.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Job applicants must currently live in or near the Greater Sacramento, California area. We are not interested in out-of-state or fully remote applicants.

The Role

We’re looking for a Digital Marketing Specialist (SEO Focus) to join our growing team.

This position is perfect for someone who’s passionate about digital marketing and wants hands-on experience with SEO — even if you don’t have years of experience yet. You’ll receive training and mentorship from experienced marketers while learning how to improve websites’ visibility in Google, help businesses generate leads, and measure results.

You’ll collaborate with Account Managers, Content Writers, and Web Developers on campaigns that make a real difference for local businesses.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with keyword research to identify high-value search terms.
• Help plan and optimize website content for SEO and user experience.
• Audit websites for SEO improvements such as titles, metadata, and internal linking.
• Learn to analyze website performance using Google Analytics 4 and Google Search Console.
• Support local SEO efforts by optimizing Google Business Profiles and directory listings.
• Collaborate with our content and design teams to ensure SEO best practices are followed.
• Create simple monthly reports showing client progress and visibility gains.
• Stay up to date with the latest SEO, AI, and marketing trends.

What We’re Looking For

• Someone eager to learn and grow in the digital marketing field.
• A great communicator with strong writing and grammar skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable juggling multiple projects.
• Excited by problem-solving and analytics — curious about why things perform the way they do.
• Genuinely interested in how AI is transforming search — and how great SEO helps brands appear in AI-driven results (like Google’s Search Generative Experience and ChatGPT responses).
• Self-motivated, responsible, and proactive.
• Able to work collaboratively with a fun, talented team.

Preferred Experience (Nice to Have, Not Required)

• 1–3 years of hands-on SEO or digital marketing experience, ideally in an agency setting.
• Strong understanding of on-page, off-page, and technical SEO best practices.
• Experience with CMS platforms such as WordPress (Elementor or Gutenberg), Squarespace, or Shopify.
• Familiarity with tools like Google Analytics 4, Google Search Console, Ahrefs, SEMrush, or Moz.
• Exposure to PPC advertising (Google Ads, Meta Ads, etc.).
• Coursework or internship experience in marketing, communications, or business.
• Experience writing or editing blog or website content.
• Basic HTML, CSS, or JavaScript knowledge (a plus, not required).

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Hybrid schedule – 3 days in office (Tuesday–Thursday) and 2 days remote (Monday & Friday)
• Flexible schedule
• Ongoing training and mentorship
• Referral program

About the Position

Our agency represents clients across a wide variety of industries, so no two days are the same. If you’re a motivated self-starter who’s eager to learn digital marketing and wants real-world experience with SEO, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re hiring immediately — YOU MUST LIVE IN THE GREATER SACRAMENTO AREA!

Work is primarily conducted in the office from Tuesday to Thursday, with remote work on Mondays and Fridays. This description outlines the primary duties and responsibilities, but may evolve as you grow in the role.

Strive Marketing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What are the best days and times for us to reach you for a potential phone interview or follow-up call?
• Please Note: This is an in-office, full-time position located at our headquarters in the Greater Sacramento, California area. We are only considering applicants who currently reside in this region.

Do you live in the Greater Sacramento area and are you able to commute to our office Tuesday through Thursday? (Mondays & Fridays are virtual.)

• Cover letters are highly recommended. Have you included a cover letter with your application? You may either upload it or write one in the space provided below.

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sacramento, CA 95834