Content Marketing & SEO Specialist
selfpublishing.com · West Lake Hills, TX, US
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- Location
- West Lake Hills, TX, US
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**About selfpublishing.com**
💻 We’re Hiring: Content Marketing & SEO Specialist (Austin, TX — In Office)
At **SelfPublishing.com** , we help people turn their ideas into bestselling books — and their books into movements that change lives.
We’ve helped thousands of authors publish, launch, and grow their impact — reaching millions of readers worldwide. Now, we’re looking for a **Content Marketing & SEO Specialist** to help us __amplify that impact even further__ by driving high-intent traffic, boosting conversions, and helping more authors find us when they need us most.
This isn’t just about ranking for keywords.
It’s about creating content that __moves people__ — that inspires action, earns trust, and helps real writers make their dream of publishing a reality.
If you’re part data nerd, part storyteller, and totally obsessed with growth — this might be your dream role.
🧭 Mission / Purpose
Your mission: **Grow high-intent organic traffic.**
That means focusing on the people __most likely__ to work with us — not vanity clicks or empty pageviews. You’ll have full creative and strategic freedom to prioritize whatever will move the needle fastest.
We want someone who can __own__ growth — from SEO and content to site performance and link strategy — and help us become the go-to authority in the publishing space.
✍️ What You’ll Be Doing
- Updating and republishing blog posts to improve user experience and reader engagement (think: consolidating posts, improving CTAs, fixing links, adding visuals, and tightening up copy)
- Managing **on-page SEO** optimizations across existing and new content
- Executing **technical SEO fixes** (broken links, schema, internal linking, 301s, etc.)
- Leading **backlink acquisition efforts** — creating share-worthy content, infographics, and outreach campaigns that grow our domain authority
- Publishing new blog content when it supports growth goals — ensuring strong RankMath SEO scores and a smooth publishing process
- Continuously improving content quality, readability, and engagement
- Adding and updating **affiliate links** to maximize organic affiliate revenue
🌟 Native Genius
A **talented writer with an analytical mind** — someone who can blend creativity, curiosity, and data to craft content that ranks __and__ converts.
✅ You’re a Great Fit If You Have
- Proven experience **doubling or tripling organic traffic** through content and SEO
- **Deep SEO expertise** — from strategy and content optimization to technical fundamentals
- Strong **writing and storytelling skills** that bring clarity and authority to every piece
- A personal **passion for books, publishing, or author education**
- An eye for data — you love seeing how content performs and optimizing for impact
💡 Bonus Points For
- Experience in a **publishing, education, or creative services** business
- Success building organic traffic around **service-based funnels**
- Comfort with **analytics tools** (Google Analytics, RankMath, Ahrefs, or SEMrush)
- Familiarity with **affiliate optimization and content ROI tracking**
💰 The Pay
**$60,000 – $80,000 / year** (depending on experience)
🌈 Perks & Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- PTO + paid holidays
- 401(k) option
- Monthly self-care stipend
- Work alongside a mission-driven team helping authors make an impact through books
📍 **Location: Austin, TX — this role is in-office, 5 days a week**
If you’re ready to grow traffic, elevate our content game, and help thousands of aspiring authors discover us — we’d love to meet you.
👉 **Apply now and help us build the future of selfpublishing.com.**
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