Search Analyst - New York

Job Description:SMG Search - Search Analyst - New York As an independent operating unit of the $25.6 billion Starcom MediaVest Group (SMG), SMG Search specializes in the development of innovative, highly measurable, idea-intensive search marketing programs. SMG Search is a team of acutely focused marketers who partner with clients in order to successfully navigate the future of search based communications and e-commerce. This job is located in our New York, New York office. Position Summary We are looking for an entry-level Search Analyst to facilitate the day to day management of search marketing programs. The Search Analyst position will be responsible for the creation, optimization, execution and backend reporting of client search initiatives. This position requires an individual that can manage multiple tasks at once and independently manage their own time. Attention to process and detail is a must. This person must be passionate about search based communications and personally vested in setting the industry standards for SMG Search. Specific Responsibilities The Work: Search Analysts are responsible for day to day progress of their client's search engine marketing campaigns and ensuring timely completion and success of projects. Additionally, this individual will be responsible for: - Planning and executing paid and natural search campaigns for clients - Establish keyword and copy strategies - Staying informed on evolving search landscape channels, tools, trends and providing insight both internally and externally - Build out keyword recommendations to set client budgets - Management of Search Marketing bid tools for: - Campaign trafficking - Campaign optimization - Campaign reporting - Monitor and report on campaign performance and make improvement recommendations - Daily integration with the major search engines including Google, Yahoo and MSN Required Education, Skills, and Experience - Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university - 0-2 years of experience in marketing, advertising, or media planning preferred - Discipline in which strong creative thinking and/or analytical skills are leveraged - Strong desire to work with the search and other emerging and/or search channels - Ability to work independently and manage time effectively - Technical proficiency, particularly with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; includes the ability to quickly learn new desktop applications - Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills - Solid interpersonal and teamwork abilities and ability to work without supervision - Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving abilities - Basic knowledge of Paid search and Natural search marketing preferred - Media math knowledge preferred The online assessment must be completed for you to be considered for this position.Contact Information: In exchange for your contributions, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary and excellent benefits in a casual work environment. For consideration, you must apply online at http://www.starcomworldwide.com/careers/careers.php and click on "Apply Now". To learn more about SMG Search visit us at http://www.smg-search.com/ Phone calls or emails will NOT be accepted. EOE M/F/D/V



Minimum Education Required: BachelorYears of Experience Required: Entry LevelExpected Travel Time: None