Senior SEO Content Strategist (AI-Focused)

Job Title: Senior SEO Content Strategist (AI-Focused) Location: Hybrid (Chicago preferred) or Remote Position Overview We are seeking a Senior SEO Content Strategist who can produce high-quality, high-performing content at scale while leveraging modern AI tools. This is a hands-on role first and foremost. You will be responsible for creating and optimizing content that drives organic traffic, leads, and visibility for local businesses. As you grow in the role, there will be opportunities to contribute to content systems, workflows, and team best practices , but strong execution and production are the priority. You’ll work across a variety of industries (home services, legal, healthcare, and more), helping clients win visibility in both traditional search and AI-driven search experiences . What You’ll Do: Content Creation & Optimization (Core Focus) Write high-quality, conversion-focused SEO content (service pages, blogs, landing pages) Conduct keyword research and competitor analysis to identify content opportunities Optimize and expand existing content to improve rankings, traffic, and lead generation Align content with search intent and client goals Consistently deliver high-quality work at a strong production pace Content Production Expectations Produce a high volume of SEO content, with a baseline expectation of 25+ pieces per week Maintain strong quality standards while operating at scale Leverage AI tools and internal processes to meet and exceed production targets efficiently Continuously improve output through better workflows, prompting strategies, and optimization techniques Identify opportunities to increase production capacity without sacrificing performance or quality Local SEO & Visibility Create and optimize content for local markets and service-based businesses Identify high-impact keyword opportunities that drive leads (not just traffic) Write effective titles, meta descriptions, and on-page elements Implement internal linking and content structuring best practices AI-Enhanced Content Production Use AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, etc.) to significantly increase content output and efficiency Develop and refine workflows that allow for high-volume, high-quality production Balance AI-assisted generation with human editing to ensure accuracy, brand voice, and SEO effectiveness Continuously experiment with tools, prompts, and processes to improve both speed and performance Performance & Iteration Review performance data (rankings, traffic, engagement) to refine content Make updates and recommendations based on what is working Collaborate with SEO Managers to align content with strategy Contribute to content workflows, SOPs, and team processes Experiment with AI-driven content systems and scaling approaches Provide feedback or guidance to other writers as you gain experience Help shape how we approach AI-driven search (AIO/GEO) Qualifications 4–7 years of experience in SEO content writing and optimization Proven ability to produce high-quality content that drives organic results Experience writing for local businesses or service-based industries Familiarity with AI tools for content creation or workflow support Core Requirements Exceptional writing and editing skills Ability to write clearly, accurately, and persuasively across industries Strong understanding of SEO fundamentals (keywords, intent, on-page optimization) Ability to manage deadlines and produce at a consistent pace Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills Comfortable learning and adapting to new tools and technologies Preferred (Nice to Have) Experience building content processes, templates, or workflows Experience mentoring or reviewing other writers’ work Familiarity with AI search / AIO / GEO concepts Experience with SEO tools (Ahrefs, SEMrush, etc.) CMS experience (WordPress or similar) Basic HTML knowledge Hybrid role (Chicago preferred) or remote for the right candidate. Salary Range $70,000-$85,000 To Apply Please submit: Resume (Optional) Brief note on how you’ve used AI to improve content production #J-18808-Ljbffr