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Mason N.

Mooresville, North Carolina

$150/hr
5.0
491 jobs

Top 1% Expertly-Vetted SEO Expert | 10 Years of SEO Experience | Fortune 50 SEO Manager | 320+ 5-Star Jobs | ChatGPT/AI Optimization | Hi There! I am an SEO Expert who has 10 years of SEO experience. I have worked in-house at multiple Fortune 500 companies and have advised hundreds of websites on how to improve their SEO rankings, traffic and revenue. My work has driven millions of dollars in incremental revenue for my clients. Proven by my plentiful 5-star reviews, I have the skill set and work ethic to help your website thrive in Search Engines like Google and Bing as well as AI engines such as ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, etc. As a SEO Product Manager at a Fortune 50 company and a successful SEO Freelancer, I am working around the clock to help websites of all sizes improve their rankings and traffic. A few of the many website's I've personally worked on/consulted SEO for: • Lowes • Footlocker • Marthastewart • Urban au • Jhmi edu •Nlm.nih gov • Agati • Staud Clothing • Oxfordmedicalsimulation • Myinterviewpractice • Delallo Many more! (Reach out and I can provide an example related to your industry) Core Skills: AIO / AEO / GEO / LLM / AI Search Optimization On-page SEO Technical SEO Off-Page SEO Content Marketing SEO Audits Shopify SEO Wordpress SEO Ecommerce SEO SEO Consulting Forensic SEO Consulting Online Reputation Management Content Strategy SEO Copywriting and much more! I look forward to hearing from you! MasonNelsonSEO

  • On-Page SEO
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • SEO Audit
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • SEO Strategy
  • Technical SEO
  • Google Search Console
  • Shopify SEO
  • Local SEO
  • Digital Marketing
  • Marketing Audit
  • Search Engine Marketing
  • SEO Competitor Analysis
  • Ecommerce SEO
  • AI Product Management
  • AI Consulting
George Leon V.

Charlotte, North Carolina

$70/hr
5.0
6 jobs

I am a website developer and project manager from Charlotte North Carolina. I build with the users in mind (my clients' customers) and use data backed conversion rate optimization strategies to help the business turn more visitors into paying customers. I believe a good website should authentically represent the business's brand and personality. This way, potential customers respond better to the website's messaging and feel a sense of connection to the business's values. Every website project of mine begins with a plan: - Get a great understanding of the business's target audience. - Know the specific goals for this website build or project. Then, we design and build strategically. Skills: - Full stack custom development - Especially experienced in Astro, Svelte, and WordPress - SEO expert. I have sold various high traffic blog sites that I started. - AI applications, agentic workflows, loops, and automations

  • Divi
  • WordPress
  • CSS
  • Website
  • Landing Page
  • WooCommerce
  • Web Design
  • User Interface Design
  • User Experience Design
  • WordPress Theme
  • WordPress Plugin
  • WordPress e-Commerce
  • WordPress Development
Gloria T.

Charlotte, North Carolina

$18/hr
5.0
9 jobs

SPECIALIST IN BUILDING WEBSITES FOR START-UPS & REFRESHING OF EXISTING BUSINESSES WEBSITE & GRAPHIC DESIGNER. My journey into Website Design began on the of 25th May 2021 when a friend trusted me to build her first business website on Wix. Seeing the impact that website had on her business inspired me to pursue the dream of being a Wix Expert today. I became a Wix Legend Partner November, 2023, and as of August 2026 I have passionately contributed to 100+ Websites on Wix and 76 websites on Squarespace, helping entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses create Wix websites using Wix Editor and Wix Studio which does more than just look beautiful but bring in leads, sales and return on your investments. These are websites that establishes credibility, strengthen brands, and creates amazing experience that moved visitors to become customers. Whether you're launching a brand-new Wx website, redesigning an outdated Wix website, or migrating your existing website to WIx, my goal is simple. I create clean, modern, and user-friendly Wix websites that reflect your brand and support your business goals. As a Web Design Expert, listed below are the services I Offer - Custom Wix Website Design - Squarespace Website Design - Squarespace Redesign - Wix Redesign - Wix Landing Page Design -Wix Website Migration - Wix Ecommerce Website Setup - Responsive Mobile Optimization - Basic SEO Setup - Wix Website Maintenance & Support - Wix Website Development Why Clients Enjoy Working With Me: A successfully built Wix website is not only about great designs, It is to communicate your value, build trust with your audience, clients and make it easy for visitors to take the next step. When we work together, you can expect: • Clear and responsive communication throughout the project • Thoughtfully designed websites tailored to your brand • Mobile-friendly layouts that perform beautifully on every device • Attention to detail from the first draft to the final launch • A collaborative process where your goals always come first Tools & Expertise • Wix • Squarespace • HTML • CSS • JavaScript • Figma • Adobe Photoshop • Canva • Website Migration • Ecommerce Websites • Responsive Web Design • Graphic Design I believe every business deserves a Wix website that creates a strong first impression and gives visitors confidence in the brand behind it. Whether you're starting from scratch or improving an existing Wix website, I'm committed to delivering a website you'll be proud to share. Be super excited to send me a message or invite me to your project. I'd love to hear more about your goals and discuss how we build something exceptional together. My Skills and Tools: Wix, Web Design, WordPress, Website Redesign, Graphic Design, Adobe Photoshop, Shopify, Squarespace Expert, Website, Search Engine Optimization, Wix SEO Wiz, Landing Page, Website Customization, JavaScript, website builder, responsive design, Website Customization, Landing Page Design, Website Migration, Website Maintenance, Website Optimization, Website Builders & CMS Consultation, Web Development, Ecommerce website development, Landing page, Mockup, Squarespace Developer, Squarespace Designer WIX PROFILE KEYWORD: WIX EXPERT, WIX STUDIO DESIGNER, WIX VELO DEVELOPER, WIX WEBSITE REDESIGN, WIX LANDING PAGE, WIX ECOMMERCE, WIX WEB DESIGN, WIX SEO EXPERT, WIX WEB REDESIGN Wix Expert | Wix Web Design | Wix Studio | Wix Redesign | Wix SEO SQUARESPACE PROFILE KEYWORD: SQUARESPACE EXPERT, SQUARESPACE DESIGNER, SQUARESPACE DEVELOPER, SQUARESPACE WEBSITE REDESIGN, SQUARESPACE LANDING PAGE, SQUARESPACE ECOMMERCE, SQUARESPACE WEB DESIGN, SQUARESPACE SEO EXPERT, SQUARESPACE WEB REDESIGN Squarespace Expert | Squarespace Web Design | Squarespace 7.1 | Squarespace Redesign | Squarespace SEO

  • On-Page SEO
  • Wix
  • Web Design
  • Website Redesign
  • Landing Page Design
  • Wix SEO Wiz
  • Responsive Design
  • Ecommerce Website Development
  • Website Migration
  • Website Customization
  • HTML
  • Web Development
  • Landing Page
  • CSS
  • Booking Website
  • CMS Development
  • Corporate Website
  • Portfolio Website
  • Website Optimization
  • Page Speed Optimization
Wesley B.

Raleigh, North Carolina

$75/hr
5.0
30 jobs

I help local businesses get found online, get more calls, and turn website visitors into real customers. I do it without cheap tricks, recycled templates, or the outdated tactics most SEO providers are still trying to sell. Most of the business owners I work with have been through this before. They've hired SEO providers who promised the world and delivered nothing. They've watched their site sit on page 3 while their competitors quietly take all the calls. They're tired of paying for vague monthly reports and wondering if anyone's actually doing the work. My approach is different. I focus on the foundational work that Google's algorithm has actually been rewarding for years: clean website structure, on-page optimization that matches real search intent, a properly built Google Business Profile, and local SEO that gets you showing up where your customers actually search. It works because it solves Google's job, not because it games the system. Every project starts by looking at exactly what Google is currently ranking for your target keywords. From there, we pick the keywords and pages that will give you the highest return for the smallest investment, and we build a plan to beat what's already ranking. I've spent years (and thousands of dollars) learning what actually works in SEO and what's just expensive noise. I bring that knowledge to every project, and I won't waste your time or budget on tactics I don't believe in. If you want an SEO who respects your business, communicates clearly, and focuses on real results, send me a message.

  • SEO Performance
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • SEO Audit
  • SEO Backlinking
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • SEO Strategy
  • SEO Writing
  • Blog
  • Google My Business
  • WordPress
Jennifer D.

Asheville, North Carolina

$60/hr
5.0
1 jobs

You want results. I deliver them. I identify and fix what’s holding you back, improve rankings, and drive targeted traffic and organic growth. No busywork. No fluff. Just clean, effective SEO aligned with your business goals. With 9+ years in digital agencies, I’ve worked across local, national, and enterprise campaigns. From service-area-only businesses to multi-location executive-level organizations, I’ve handled it all. Now I freelance full-time, delivering direct, practical, hands-on search engine optimization that actually moves the needle. Custom strategy builds the growth you're after. 🔍 EXPERTISE ✅ AUDITS SEO audits, technical audits, website audits, on-page and off-page audits, backlink audits, sitemap audits, schema audits, content audits, GA4 and GTM configuration audits, GBP audits. ✅ TECHNICAL SEO Sitemap, indexation, crawl budget, structured data, URL structure, internal linking, responsive design, 404 errors, redirects, DNS verification, orphan pages, duplicate content, ✅ ON-PAGE SEO Title tags, meta descriptions, H1–H6 headings, target keywords, internal linking, image alt text, URL slugs, schema markup, readability, mobile-friendly formatting. ✅ OFF-PAGE SEO Backlinks, directory listings, competitor backlink analysis, disavowal of toxic links. ✅ CONTENT SEO Keyword mapping, search intent alignment, topic clustering, blog optimization, FAQ content, content gap analysis, readability scoring, content refreshes, featured snippet targeting, structured formatting. ✅ SEO STRATEGY SEO audits, competitor analysis, keyword research, SERP feature targeting, content calendars, technical SEO planning, local SEO, conversion path alignment, performance tracking, roadmap and prioritization. ✅ WORDPRESS SEO SEO plugin setup, permalink structure, XML sitemap, robots.txt, indexing settings, page speed optimization, schema setup, internal links, redirects, image compression and alt text. ✅ PERFORMANCE TRACKING GA4, Google Tag Manager, event tracking, custom conversions, Google Ads, Bing Ads, Meta Ads, UTM tagging, referral source attribution, Google Business Profile insights. From strategy through implementation, I handle technical fixes, content alignment, link building, and full-funnel tracking. Every piece supports visibility, conversions, and long-term growth. 💭 THINKING ABOUT A NEW WEBSITE? SEO should lead design and development, not follow it. Getting this right from the start is one of the most overlooked steps. It can make or break your long-term results. If you're looking for an SEO partner who sees the big picture, understands the technical details, knows the data, and cares about your goals, let’s talk. 🧰 TOOL EXPERTISE Google Analytics (GA4), Google Tag Manager (GTM), Google Search Console (GSC), Google Business Profile (GBP), Semrush, Looker Studio, DashThis

  • Google Analytics
  • Off-Page SEO
  • On-Page SEO
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • SEO Audit
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • Technical SEO
  • WordPress Optimization
  • Local SEO
  • Content Strategy
  • Content SEO
  • Google Tag Manager
  • Looker Studio
Leonard L.

Charlotte, North Carolina

$125/hr
4.9
50 jobs

I’m an SEO and data science enthusiast with a knack for troubleshooting problematic SEO situations like stagnant rankings or declining website traffic. I constantly seek out new competitive advantages and improve my methods by conducting SEO experiments and creating custom software. My approach to optimizing websites begins with a thorough understanding of your unique business, goals and current SEO performance. This allows me to create a custom-tailored set of tasks that are designed to improve your website's search engine rankings and attract more of the organic traffic you need. We’ll go far beyond standard best practices together and put your company’s website in the best possible position for amazing results. Want to know how I can help improve your current SEO? Reach out and let's have a conversation!

  • Off-Page SEO
  • On-Page SEO
  • SEO Performance
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • SEO Audit
  • SEO Backlinking
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • SEO Strategy
  • SEO Setup & Configuration
  • Technical SEO
  • Content SEO
  • Search Engine Optimization Report
  • SEO Penalty Removal
  • SEO Competitor Analysis
  • SEO Software

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