I help serious companies rank higher, convert better, and grow faster with real SEO and strategic SEM campaigns.
I’m Kelvin — an Expert-Vetted SEO Consultant and Web Strategist with over $500,000 earned on Upwork, 400+ successful projects, and a 100% Job Success Score. My clients include venture-backed startups, growth-stage brands, and Fortune 500 teams in biotech, legal, SaaS, hospitality, medical, e-commerce, and B2B services.
Before freelancing full-time, I worked in software and full-stack web development. That background means I don’t just identify issues — I implement clean, scalable solutions that drive rankings, revenue, and retention.
Most “SEO” freelancers hand you recycled checklists. I give you strategy, execution, and accountability — and I do it myself. No outsourcing. No bloated audits. Just honest, performance-focused work.
- What I Specialize In -
Technical SEO:
- Site audits (indexing, crawlability, Core Web Vitals, page speed)
- Schema markup, canonicalization, robots.txt/sitemaps
- Domain structure and internal linking strategy
On-Page SEO & Content Strategy:
- Keyword research (local, national, long-tail, clustering)
- Competitor analysis & opportunity mapping
- Content briefing, metadata, header optimization
- Conversion-aligned copy guidance (I write, edit, or collaborate)
Off-Page SEO:
- Backlink audits & disavows
- Digital PR / white-hat link acquisition
- Link gap analysis and anchor strategy
WordPress/Shopify/Wix/Squarespace SEO Design & Development:
- Full builds, redesigns, or migration to SEO-optimized
- Theme customization, UX/IA improvements, and mobile-first frameworks
- Booking system integration, e-commerce SEO architecture
AI-Forward SEO:
- Generative Engine Optimization (structured content, FAQ/schema, entity clarity)
- Preparing your content and site structure to surface in AI and LLM-driven search results
Tools I Work With:
- SEMrush, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, Google Search Console, GA4
- WordPress, Webflow, Shopify, Squarespace
- How I Work -
- I charge $70/hour and bill hourly through Upwork. That gives us the flexibility to:
- Work iteratively and adjust scope based on data
- Avoid underbidding or cutting corners to fit an arbitrary flat rate
- Prioritize high-impact tasks that actually move the needle
- Time spent on strategy, planning, messaging, presentations, and reporting is billable — because it’s where the real value lives.
You’ll receive:
--Clear weekly updates
- Transparent time tracking
- Outcome-based communication
- Track Record -
- Expert-Vetted (Top 1% of freelancers on Upwork)
- 350+ completed projects | 100% Job Success
- 8,900+ hours tracked
- $500,000+ earned
- 80%+ repeat client rate
- US-based | Native English | Work in your time zone
- Client Feedback Highlights -
- “Kelvin is the first SEO I've worked with who actually explains why things matter — and delivers what he promises.”
- “Truly professional. No fluff, just strategic thinking and honest feedback. ROI was immediate.”
- “We’ve worked with agencies before — none came close to the transparency and results we got from Kelvin.”
Ready to Rank ?
Let’s make sure your site is actually working for your business. Whether you're launching, rebuilding, or recovering — I’ll guide you through it, execute the work, and deliver clean results.
Send a message to get started — I’ll respond within 24 hours (usually much faster).
Christian R.
GEO / AI / SEO Consultant | Local & Technical SEO | Content Strategist
New York, New York
$150/hr$150 per hour5.0 (105) 194 jobs $500K+ total earnings
🏆 Upwork Expert-vetted GEO / AI / SEO Consultant with a decade of experience, 98%+ job success rate, and a long list of fully satisfied clients, ready to enhance your online visibility and drive business growth.
===Core Offerings ===
Hourly Rate
🔵 Expert advice and insight via Zoom on an hourly basis
🔵 Training and Workshops
Fixed-Rate (Milestones)
🔵 Campaign Strategy & Execution
🔵 Audit Reviews
🔵 Managed Content Production Service
🔵 Link-Building
🔵 White-Label SEO Deliverables
=== Previous Clients===
""Chris is a really outstanding SEO professional. He understands the algorithms very well and thinks outside the box for rankings. I would definitely recommend him for anyone seeking an elite level consultant." - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Jan '24
"The call with Chris was incredibly insightful. His personalized approach and expertise made the consultation both valuable and engaging" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Feb '24
===Industries===
💼 B2B SEO Consulting
📍 Local Service Businesses
⚖️ Law Firms
🏫 Higher Ed. Organizations
📸 Photographers
📱 Social Media Agencies
👓 Mixed Reality Agencies
🚚 Moving Companies
🏅 Coaches & Consultants
🏘️ Real Estate Agencies
=== Philosophy ===
My philosophy hinges on the belief that a robust SEO presence begins with a strong technical foundation. Before diving into the nuanced strategies of SEO, I prioritize ensuring that your website is technically sound, providing the solid groundwork necessary for all subsequent optimization.
Next, the focus shifts to maximizing your content authority, working meticulously to enhance the depth, breadth, and value of your content, positioning your website prominently within Google's Knowledge Graph. Content is King and is the backbone to a sound and evergreen SEO strategy.
Lastly, I view link-building not as a default strategy, but a tactical tool deployed only when truly needed. My approach to link-building is rooted in the 'less is more' principle, emphasizing the importance of quality over quantity. I only leverage verified, authoritative websites to forge these crucial digital connections, thereby ensuring your links are not just numerous, but also credible and influential.
=== Roadmap to SEO Success ===
📞 Consult
🔎 SEO Audit
📖 Strategize
✅ Execute
📣 Promote
=== Other SEO Services ===
Understanding that each client has unique needs and circumstances, not all require an extensive SEO campaign. I offer specialized assistance for distinct scenarios and challenges that may emerge. My range of services includes, but is not limited to:
📉 Traffic Loss Analysis
- Understanding the reasons for a sudden or gradual loss in website traffic, and implementing strategies to regain visibility and visitor engagement.
🖥️ Website Redesign Consultation
- Providing expertise on maintaining SEO best practices during a website redesign, ensuring the new design boosts user experience and search engine rankings.
👨🔬 Keyword Research
- Identifying the most effective keywords for your industry or niche to improve organic search results and attract the right audience.
📊 Competitive Analysis
- Analyzing competitors' digital strategies to identify their strengths and weaknesses, providing valuable insights for your own SEO strategy.
👨💻 Website Acquisition Due Diligence
- Assessing the SEO health and potential of a website before acquisition, ensuring that you're making a sound investment.
📍Local SEO
- Optimizing your online presence to attract more business from relevant local searches.
🧑🏫 SEO Training and Workshops
- Offering customized training sessions for your team to understand and leverage SEO effectively.
📖 Content Strategy and Planning
- Crafting a comprehensive content strategy, including blog posts, articles, and social media content, designed to boost SEO and engage audiences.
🤓 WordPress SEO
- Leverage my early-career experience as a WordPress Developer to optimize your WordPress site using tried-and-true best practices, ensuring your website ranks high on search engine results and attracts your target audience effectively. I utilize my deep understanding of the platform to enhance site structure, speed, mobile compatibility, and content for superior SEO performance.
==== After SEO ====
SEO is often the starting point of a comprehensive digital marketing strategy, setting the stage for a myriad of other complementary initiatives. By commencing with SEO, your digital marketing efforts can be further amplified in areas such as:
- Content Marketing*
- Pay-Per-Click (PPC) Advertising*
- Affiliate Marketing*
- Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO)*
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Online Reputation Management
- Influencer Marketing
* - While I do not directly offer services for all of the above, I do have vast experience with those items marked with an asterisk. I can also refer other top-rated freelancers and agencies to fulfill these other needs.
Very much appreciate you taking the time to review my profile
-Christian
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Danny A.
SEO Expert | Local SEO | E-commerce SEO | On-Page & Technical SEO
New York, New York
$65/hr$65 per hour4.5 (28) 42 jobs $20K+ total earnings
I help businesses increase their organic visibility through personalized SEO strategies. With over 8 years of SEO experience, I've worked with local businesses, Fortune 500 companies, and assisting digital marketing agencies with their clients.
Whether you need a one-time technical SEO audit or a long term SEO partner, I focus on identifying the highest-impact opportunities, implementing practical solutions, and providing clear, actionable recommendations.
Some of the things that I can help with include:
Technical SEO Audits
Google Search Console troubleshooting
Crawlability & indexation improvements
Core Web Vitals & PageSpeed optimization
Local SEO & Google Business Profile optimization
XML sitemaps, robots.txt & canonicalization
Internal linking & site architecture
Schema Markup
On-page SEO
Technical SEO
Keyword research
Content strategy
Competitor Analysis
SEO migrations
Link Building
GA4 reporting & SEO performance analysis
Tools that I work with:
Google Search Console
Google Analytics 4 (GA4)
Screaming Frog
Sitebulb
Ahrefs
SEMrush
SurferSEO
BrightLocal
BrightEdge
Local Falcon
Google Tag Manager
Looker Studio
Agency Analytics
What Converts
Call Rail
CMS platforms that I have the most experience with:
Wordpress
Squarespace
Shopify
My goal is simple: I help businesses increase organic traffic and revenue through proven SEO strategies. Feel free to contact me with any questions!
Mansi D.
WordPress, Shopify & Wix Expert | SEO, AI Search and Growth Specialist
Deer Park, New York
$30/hr$30 per hour4.6 (131) 316 jobs $300K+ total earnings
I am a full-stack digital growth specialist with 10+ years of experience helping businesses build, optimize, and scale their online presence.
I combine website development, SEO, AI search optimization, content, social media, and paid advertising to deliver measurable results—traffic, leads, and revenue growth.
🔹 Website Development & Management
• WordPress, Shopify, Wix (setup & customization)
• Responsive design & speed optimization
• E-commerce setup & payment integration
• SEO-friendly structure & performance optimization
• Ongoing maintenance & updates
🔹 SEO & AI Search Optimization
• Technical SEO (audits, indexing, Core Web Vitals)
• On-Page SEO (keywords, meta, internal linking)
• Off-Page SEO (link building & authority growth)
• AI SEO / AEO (schema, FAQ, structured content, entity SEO)
• Google Analytics & Search Console setup
🔹 Content Writing & Blogging
• SEO-optimized blogs, articles & website content
• Conversion-focused landing pages & product descriptions
• Content strategy aligned with SEO + AI visibility
🔹 Social Media & Creatives
• Content planning, posting & engagement strategy
• Graphics, reels & branded creatives
• Audience growth & performance optimization
🔹 Paid Advertising (Google & Social Ads)
• Google Ads (Search, Display, YouTube, Remarketing)
• Facebook & Instagram Ads (funnels, targeting, retargeting)
• Campaign optimization for higher ROI & lower CPC
• Conversion tracking & performance analysis
🔹 Why Work With Me
✔ Full-stack expertise (website + SEO + ads + content)
✔ 10+ years of hands-on experience
✔ Data-driven, ROI-focused strategies
✔ Clean, white-hat practices
✔ Clear communication & reporting
I provide end-to-end digital solutions, so everything works together—website, SEO, content, and ads—for maximum growth.
Let’s build and scale your online presence 🚀
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