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	Executive Assistant
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Why Ascend?

Ascend Digital cares about the success and welfare of our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a number of benefits to improve your welfare, financial security, and overall work experience.

Competitive Salary

Ascend offers competitive salaries for all positions - rewarding experience and drive.

Advancement Opportunities

Ascend is growing and there are plenty of opportunities to advance your career as part of that.

Comprehensive Benefits

Ascend offers comprehensive benefit options including 401k programs, health insurance, dental, vision, and more.

Rewarding Work

The work we do has real-world impact for our clients. You'll leave every day knowing you made a positive impact on their business.

Collaborative Environment

The team thrives on collaboration. You'll have an opportunity to work with some of the area's brightest minds.

Work Hard, Play Hard

We value the importance of recharging your batteries. In addition to PTO, we have frequent company events and an annual retreat to celebrate our successes.

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Located in the Heart of Buffalo, NY

Ascend Digital is located in the heart of Downtown Buffalo, NY. Situated on beautiful waterfront property, the sights are unmatched.

Conveniently located near Canalside, Key Bank Center, and some of the area's top restaurants, it's a great opportunity to explore what makes Buffalo great.

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Website

ascenddigitalexperts.com

Location

50 Lakefront Blvd #300
Buffalo, NY 14202

Contact

ops@ascenddigitalexperts.com

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You'll receive an email where you'll be able to provide your resume, portfolio, or any additional items that will help kick off the conversation.

Apply Today

You'll receive an email where you'll be able to provide your resume, portfolio, or any additional items that will help kick off the conversation.

SEO Specialist

Ascend Digital Agency, a leading digital marketing agency headquartered in Buffalo, NY, is seeking a strategic and results-driven SEO Specialist to join our growing team. In this role, you will develop and implement comprehensive SEO strategies that enhance search visibility, navigate the changing search landscape, drive organic growth, and support our clients’ business objectives. You will play a key role in analyzing performance data, identifying opportunities, and executing data-driven optimizations to maximize search rankings, traffic, and conversions.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and refine comprehensive SEO strategies to improve organic search performance for agency clients.
Conduct technical SEO audits and recommend optimizations for site speed, crawlability, indexing, and mobile usability.
Perform keyword research to identify high-value opportunities and align content with search intent.
Analyze SEO performance metrics using Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and third-party tools (SEMRush, Ahrefs, etc.).
Collaborate with content and web development teams to ensure SEO best practices are integrated into website architecture, content creation, and design.
Stay updated on algorithm changes, industry trends, and emerging SEO technologies to continuously refine strategies.
Manage and optimize local SEO efforts, including Google Business Profile optimization and local citation building.
Develop data-driven SEO reports with insights and strategic recommendations for continuous growth.
Conduct competitive research to analyze industry trends, identify opportunities, and develop strategies to outperform competitors.
Develop and execute link-building strategies, including outreach and backlink profile management to improve domain authority.
Serve as the agency’s SEO expert and go-to resource, providing guidance, training, and insights to internal teams and clients.
Implement and optimize SEO strategies for the agency’s own website and marketing initiatives to enhance online visibility and generate inbound leads.

Requirements

Experience

3 - 5+ years of hands-on SEO experience, preferably in an agency setting.
Proven track record of successfully improving search rankings and organic traffic for multiple websites at a time in an agency or in-house setting.

Tools & Platforms

Proficiency with SEO and digital marketing tools (SEMRush, Screaming Frog, Google Search Console, etc.).
Familiarity with project management tools (Zoho Projects) to track SEO tasks and progress.
Proficiency with reporting platforms (Google Looker Studio) to properly track and communicate campaign results.

Soft Skills

Strong problem-solving mindset and ability to adapt to evolving SEO landscapes.
Excellent time management skills to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
Strong autonomy and independent work ethic, with the ability to manage and execute SEO strategies proactively.
Proactive in identifying new opportunities for growth and innovation in SEO strategies and product offerings.

Skills

SEO Expertise

Deep understanding of on-page, off-page, and technical SEO best practices.
Strong proficiency with SEO tools, such as Google Search Console, Google Analytics, SEMRush, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, and other industry-leading tools.
Experience with structured data implementation (schema markup) and technical website optimizations.
Extensive knowledge of local SEO, including Google Business Profile, citations, and local ranking factors.

Technical Proficiency

Familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and WordPress SEO optimizations.
Understanding of Core Web Vitals, page speed optimization, and site architecture best practices.
Experience utilizing AI-powered SEO tools for keyword research, content optimization, data-driven insights, or other SEO-related tasks.

Data Analysis & Strategy

Strong ability to interpret SEO data, identify trends, and develop strategic recommendations.
Experience setting up and managing SEO dashboards using Google Looker Studio, Excel, or other reporting tools.
Strong analytical mindset with a focus on KPIs, conversions, and ROI-driven SEO.

Communication & Collaboration

Strong ability to interpret SEO data, identify trends, and develop strategic recommendations.
Experience setting up and managing SEO dashboards using Google Looker Studio, Excel, or other reporting tools.
Strong analytical mindset with a focus on KPIs, conversions, and ROI-driven SEO.

Web Developer

Ascend Digital Agency, a leading digital marketing agency headquartered in Buffalo, NY, is seeking a Web Developer to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a motivated individual looking to gain hands-on experience in web development while contributing to a wide range of client and internal projects. You will work alongside agency personnel including developers, designers, and digital marketers to build and maintain high-performance websites that drive business results.

Responsibilities

Build, update, and maintain WordPress websites, including theme customization and plugin development.
Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP.
Troubleshoot and resolve website issues, including performance, responsiveness, and compatibility concerns.
Support integrations with third-party tools, APIs, and marketing platforms.
Assist in website optimizations, including SEO best practices, speed improvements, and security enhancements.
Work with designers and marketers to translate visual designs into functional web pages.
Conduct quality assurance testing to ensure cross-browser and mobile compatibility.
Stay updated with the latest web technologies and best practices.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in web development in a working capacity at an agency, in-house, or consistent freelance.
Portfolio showcasing previous web development projects.
Understanding and experience of basic digital marketing concepts.

Nice-to-Have

Experience with design programs such as Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch for working with design files.
Knowledge and experience working with third-party API connections.
Degrees or certificates in Computer Science, Web Development, or related fields are beneficial but not required.

Skills & Qualifications

Technical Proficiency

Knowledge and experience with WordPress, including theme customization and plugin use.
Proficiency in front-end technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript.
Some experience with back-end development in PHP, particularly for WordPress.
Understanding of version control systems like Git.
Familiarity with hosting environments and deployment processes.
Basic knowledge of SEO principles and web performance optimization.

Problem Solving & Troubleshooting

Ability to diagnose and fix basic website issues.
Willingness to learn debugging techniques for front-end and back-end development.

Project Management & Collaboration

Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Familiarity and experience working in project management tools like Zoho Projects.
Strong communication skills to collaborate with designers, marketers, and clients.

Continuous Learning & Growth

Passion for staying up-to-date with the latest web development trends.
Willingness to take on new challenges and grow within the company.
Ambition to grow your career and continue to advance your professional development.