--- title: "Director of SEO" company: "Impact Media" job_type: "Contractual" location: "Remote, United States" salary: "" posted: "2026-07-28" url: "https://www.seojobs.com/job/director-of-seo-impact-media/" apply_url: "https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/director-of-seo-at-impact-media-4445156336?_l=en" categories: - "Content Marketing Jobs" - "SEO Analytics Jobs" - "SEO Director Jobs" - "SEO Strategist Jobs" - "SEO Contractor Jobs" - "GEO/AI + LLM Jobs" tags: - "SEO Jobs in The United States" - "Remote SEO Jobs" source: "geo_sync" --- # Director of SEO **Company:** Impact Media **Location:** Remote, United States **Job type:** Contractual **Posted:** 2026-07-28 **Apply:** [https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/director-of-seo-at-impact-media-4445156336?_l=en](https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/director-of-seo-at-impact-media-4445156336?_l=en) --- Are you a dynamic SEO leader who's already rethinking search for the AI era - not just optimizing for Google, but for how brands show up in Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, and every other place people are now asking questions? Impact Media, a fast-growing digital marketing agency based in Huntington, WV is looking for an experienced Director of SEO to build and lead our SEO department. This is a senior, strategic role - you'll own client strategy, reporting, and team-building, while directing a mix of internal team members and our existing contractor network to execute the work. This is not a hands-on-keyboard-only role, and it's not entry- or mid-level. We're looking for someone who has already led SEO for real client accounts, already knows how to build and manage a team, and is ready to build something with us as we scale - not learn how to do the job. **About Impact Media** Impact Media is a fast-growing digital marketing agency based in Huntington, WV & Montreal, QC, specializing in social video production, content creation, paid advertisement, conversion focused funnels, and search engine optimization. We believe marketing should be sustainable, ethical, and impactful - our mission is to help purpose-driven brands and social impact initiatives succeed through content that aligns with their values. We work with a range of clients across industries, with a particular focus in addiction recovery center marketing for search engine optimization - a space where trust, accuracy, and ranking credibility (E-E-A-T) really matter. **Role & Responsibilities** - Own SEO strategy, roadmaps, and reporting across our client portfolio - including guiding new clients into our existing account infrastructure - Lead and build the SEO department: mentor internal team members, and vet, onboard, and manage contractors from our existing network (or source new ones as we scale) - Develop and maintain internal playbooks/SOPs so strategy and quality stay consistent as the team grows - Be the primary strategic and communication point of contact for clients - proactive updates, clear reporting, and confident handling of client meetings - Build and maintain **conversion-focused reporting systems** that clearly tie SEO work to leads and ROI, not just rankings and traffic - Lead our approach to **AEO/AI search** - how our clients show up in AI-generated answers (Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, AI Overviews, etc.) - and how we use AI tools internally to work smarter and faster - Conduct technical and content audits to identify growth opportunities and competitive advantages - Stay ahead of algorithm updates, AI search evolution, and emerging tools to keep our service offering sharp **Qualifications** - 5–10+ years of professional SEO experience, with a proven track record leading and growing client accounts - Experience managing multiple client accounts simultaneously - Direct client-facing experience - comfortable running meetings, handling questions in real time, and being the face of strategy for a client - Demonstrated experience building conversion/lead reporting systems - you must be able to walk us through real case studies and show how you've tied SEO work to actual business results, not just traffic or keyword rankings - Experience leading or building a team - internal staff, contractors, or both - Working knowledge of AI/LLM tools for both SEO workflow efficiency and AI search optimization (AEO/GEO) - you should be able to speak to how you've used AI in your own process, and how you're positioning clients to show up in AI-generated answers - Comfortable with our core toolset: Ahrefs, SEMrush, Google (Looker Studio, Search Console, Business Profile, GA4), Search Atlas - open to other tools you bring with you **Ideal Skills & Traits For Job** - **Strategic Vision** - can build roadmaps tied to real client business goals, not vanity metrics - **Leadership** - can build and run a team, not just execute individually - **Systems-Minded** - thinks in playbooks and repeatable processes as we scale - **Communication** - clear with clients and non-technical stakeholders - **Results-Oriented** - obsessed with proving ROI, not just activity **Commitment + Job Specifications ** - Huntington, WV: Primarily remote, with occasional in-office collaboration as needed for local team meetings, client meetings, planning sessions, or company initiatives. - Full-time employee (40 hours/week), three-month introductory period. **Target start date:** August 15, 2026 **Compensation ** - $65,000-$75,000 USD based on experience - Performance-based bonus opportunities tied to department growth, client retention, and measurable business results. - Meaningful opportunities for compensation growth as the SEO department expands. **Benefits ** - Performance based bonuses - Wellness programs - Flexible Work Hours - Independence - Remote or Work from home options - Career Training/Advancement Opportunities - Floating Holidays - Paid Time-Off - Dynamic business culture - Financial Wellness Education **How To Apply** Please send an introduction of yourself, experience, and why you are a great fit for this position to yen@impactagency.io or apply through this form: https://www.impactagency.io/application-form