Digital Marketing Specialist (Content & SEO Focus)

Sixth City Marketing is seeking a detail-oriented Digital Marketing Specialist with a strong writing background to support SEO-driven content, on-page optimization, and digital PR initiatives.

This role is ideal for someone early in their career who excels at writing and wants to apply those skills in a marketing environment. A significant portion of this position involves creating, editing, and refining content that drives organic traffic, improves search visibility, and represents client brands effectively.

This is a full-time, hybrid position with the candidate within two hours of Cleveland, Ohio.

You’ll work closely with our SEO and account teams to execute content strategies that generate traffic, leads, and measurable results for our clients.

Key Responsibilities

Content Creation & Optimization (Primary Focus)

Write and edit SEO-driven content, including blog posts, landing pages, and website copyOptimize existing website content to improve search rankings and user experienceAdapt tone and voice to accurately represent different client brandsConduct keyword and topic research to inform content developmentSupport digital PR and link-building efforts through written outreach and client-facing responses

SEO Execution Support

Assist with on-page SEO initiatives, including metadata, internal linking, and content structureCollaborate with SEO specialists to implement content recommendationsUpdate and manage website content using CMS platforms such as WordPress (training provided)

Research & Collaboration

Conduct industry and competitor research to support content and SEO strategiesWork cross-functionally with SEO specialists and account managers to execute campaignsStay up to date on SEO and content marketing best practices

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who enjoys crafting content and is interested in how it performs in search and drives business results.

Required Skills & Experience

1–3 years of experience in content writing, digital marketing, journalism, or similar (internships included)Exceptional writing and editing skills with attention to tone, clarity, and accuracyAbility to write in different voices and styles depending on the client or industryBasic understanding of SEO or strong interest in learning SEO best practicesStrong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projectsComfortable receiving feedback and revising content accordingly

Nice to Have

Experience writing for SEO (blogs, landing pages, etc.)Familiarity with keyword research or SEO toolsExperience with WordPress or other CMS platformsAgency or client-facing experience

Growth Opportunity

This role offers the opportunity to deepen your expertise in SEO-driven content and digital PR within a fast-paced agency environment.

As you grow, you may:

Take ownership of content strategies and editorial planningPlay a larger role in SEO performance and content optimizationContribute to higher-level strategy and client recommendations