Description
About IGN
IGN Entertainment is one of the leading Internet media companies focused on video games and entertainment. IGN reaches more than 300 million monthly users around the world, and is followed by more than 58MM social and YouTube followers. IGN also publishes daily content on 35 platforms including TikTok, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat Discover. Established in 1996, IGN is headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices in New York and London. IGN content is localized in 20 languages and 110 countries and hosted on websites and native applications on mobile, connected TV, and Xbox and PlayStation platforms.
The Opportunity
IGN is looking for an SEO Coordinator to join our Audience Development team! In this entry-level role, you will implement and execute SEO initiatives in line with IGN’s overall SEO strategies, reporting to the SEO lead, and in close cooperation with Commerce and Editorial leadership.
Job Duties
See through main SEO duties, contribute day-to-day trends, contribute ideas to improve organic traffic and rankings, and track performance ongoing across SEO initiatives.
- Optimize site content with SEO in mind, using hands-on tactics, updates, editing and
internal linking - Perform keyword research using various tools to identify what our audience is searching
for and share them across relevant teams - Perform competitive and broader audience analysis as needed
- Assist Audience Development Manager with SEO audits and reporting
- Perform technical SEO tasks, working with Product and Engineering teams at times
Requirements and skills you need:
- This is an entry-level SEO position; previous professional experience in SEO is not
required - Excellent editing and writing skills
- Industry knowledge in gaming, entertainment and tech
- Experience analyzing data in Google Sheets, Docs and related platforms
- Understanding of the media landscape
- Basic understanding of SEO in terms of content creation and optimization
It would be extra awesome if you have...
- BA in Communications, Journalism or related field
- Some experience using SEO tools (such as Botify, ScreamingFrog, Ahrefs)
- General interest in writing original content or jumping in as needed is a plus!
- Experience as an IGN reader/watcher and active community member
Our Culture and Values
At IGN, we believe diversity stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of new ideas, and enriches our personal and professional lives. We are committed to championing diversity in all that we do, weaving fairness and equity into the fabric of our organization, and achieving a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and antiracist culture where everyone belongs and everyone can thrive.
Here’s the good stuff about us…
- You’ll make an impact. We reach 286MM monthly unique users. We’re big time, but we’re not afraid to give you real opportunities to be epic and make a difference immediately.
- We’ve got a big presence, but a small team.
- We have fun. It’s all about games and games are fun. Anyone can offer a casual work environment, flexible hours, and benefits. We can offer that and a place where you can squad up with your coworkers in the arcade/game room.
- We’re passionate about what we do. IGN employees understand our users, because they are our users. We have a personal interest in providing the best possible product.
IGN offers competitive salaries in addition to robust health and wellness focused benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability benefits; Flexible Spending accounts, 401(k) with company match, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Pregnancy and Parental leave, Family Planning Support via Maven, Flexible Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, Fitness Reimbursement as well as employee- focused engagement and education programs, including Employee Resource Groups and company-sponsored events. If you’re seeking a dynamic work environment where you can see the direct impact of your performance, then IGN is the place for you.
IGN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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Salary Disclosure: Ziff Davis provides a range for the base pay. Factors that may be used to determine your actual pay may include your specific job related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The base pay for this position ranges from $55-65k, plus incentive compensation (for eligible roles only), 401K with company match, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, short and long-term disability, and a flexible time off policy.
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