Full-Time

Head of SEO and Owned Media

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Study.com

Study.com

1,001-5,000 employees

Online education platform with diverse courses

Compensation Overview

$150k - $190k/yr

Expert

Mountain View, CA, USA

Hybrid role requiring in-office presence on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Category
SEO Marketing
Growth & Marketing
Required Skills
LLM
BigQuery
Machine Learning
SEO
Tableau
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • 15+ years of experience in SEO with a track record of successfully managing and growing high-traffic websites (direct to consumer and SaaS experience a plus)
  • Demonstrated mastery of “hands on” or “hands off” approaches as a leader
  • Proven experience directly inspiring and managing high performance teams in a dynamic fast-paced environment that requires executional excellence and speed
  • Strong understanding of ranking factors, search engine optimization practices, and content marketing strategies, including how AI impacts the future of SEO
  • High technical proficiency with SEO tools (e.g., SEMrush, Ahrefs, Moz, SimilarWeb), web analytics and data analysis (Excel, Tableau, BigQuery)
  • Experience with AI and machine learning applications in SEO and content marketing
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to effectively collaborate all levels and stakeholders
  • Ability to think creatively, strategically, and identify and resolve problems efficiently
Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive SEO strategy to increase organic search traffic, improve SERP rankings, and drive user engagement for our key direct-to-consumer business segments
  • Analyze and leverage data-driven insights to identify growth opportunities and optimize content across multiple owned media platforms – including Google Search, YouTube, TikTok, forums and more
  • Conduct technical SEO audits and implement necessary changes to improve site architecture, performance, and other technical elements affecting SEO performance
  • Direct with cross-functional teams, including content, marketing, product, and engineering, to help meet SEO goals which are aligned with company objectives
  • Develop and execute strategy to grow the brand, scale outreach and ultimately increase authority, relevant mentions and backlinks
  • Lead strategy and execution for LLM injection and staying relevant in a shifting SEO landscape (AI Overviews, ChatGPT Search, Perplexity, etc.)
  • Lead, mentor, and grow the global owned media and SEO team, providing guidance, setting expectations and driving accountability to achieve team and company goals
  • Manage relationships with any SEO-related external vendors or partners as needed
  • Stay updated with the latest SEO trends, Google algorithm updates, and industry best practices to ensure a competitive edge in search rankings
  • Optimize the use of machine learning tools, AI and AI agents / automation to enhance team efficiency across all parts of the SEO optimization workflow to maximize SEO performance at scale
  • Manage the team that is responsible for scaling Study.com’s ambassador and influencer program in owned media channels through strategic content initiatives and partners
  • Monitor, report, and analyze SEO and owned channels performance metrics, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve desired results
  • Leverage SEO to change the world and do well by doing good

Study.com provides a platform for online education, offering a variety of learning resources and courses tailored for students, educators, and professionals. The platform features a subscription-based model, allowing users to access a wide range of video lessons, quizzes, and study materials. Users can choose from different subscription plans, including options for college credit-granting exams, making it suitable for K-12 students, college students, homeschoolers, and working professionals. Study.com distinguishes itself from competitors by offering special group pricing for schools and a flexible approach to course access, including individual course purchases. The company's goal is to make education more accessible and flexible for all learners.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

2015

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • AI-driven personalized learning experiences enhance Study.com's tailored educational content.
  • Study.com's 'Keys to College' initiative aims to save students $1 billion in tuition.
  • The platform's College Saver enhancements boost student confidence and reduce academic anxiety.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from AI-driven platforms threatens Study.com's market share.
  • Free online resources may reduce the perceived value of Study.com's subscription model.
  • Potential regulation on data privacy could increase compliance costs for Study.com.

What makes Study.com unique

  • Study.com offers a wide range of courses for diverse educational needs.
  • The platform provides flexible learning options, including open note and open book tests.
  • Study.com has a subscription-based model with special group pricing for schools.

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Benefits

100% paid health, vision, and dental insurance for employees

401(k) with employer match

20 - 30 PTO days each year (increases with tenure)

10 paid holidays

Work at home setup stipend

Company-sponsored gym memberships

Free Caltrain Pass

Tuition reimbursement and gift matching programs

Company News

Decrypt
Apr 10th, 2025
Elon Musk Aims To Send His Robots To Mars By The End Of 2026

Decrypt’s Art, Fashion, and Entertainment Hub. Discover SCENESpaceX plans to launch its massive Starship rocket to Mars by the end of 2026, carrying Tesla's humanoid Optimus robot, CEO Elon Musk said Thursday, doubling down on previous statements he shared last month.The uncrewed mission aims to test landing reliability before potential human flights begin as early as 2029.Starship will hopefully depart for Mars at the end of next year with Optimus explorer robots! https://t.co/8dzlxzFg0h — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) April 10, 2025The 403-foot-tall Starship, already tapped by NASA for its Artemis lunar program, would mark humanity's most ambitious Mars effort to date. Five launches are planned to coincide with the next Earth-Mars transfer window, a period that occurs roughly every 26 months when the planets' alignment allows for more efficient travel. Each trip is estimated to take between 80-150 days, covering between 34 and 250 million miles (54 and 401 million kilometers) depending on the launch date.Musk said a few weeks ago that while human landings could theoretically follow by 2029, a 2031 timeline appears "more likely" if the initial uncrewed missions prove successful. This would push the achievement well beyond previous pinky promises of putting humans on Mars by 2024.Starship departs for Mars at the end of next year, carrying Optimus. If those landings go well, then human landings may start as soon as 2029, although 2031 is more likely

PR Newswire
Apr 8th, 2025
Study.Com Reimagines The College Experience With New Product Enhancements

College Saver improvements are designed to boost self-confidence and lessen academic anxietyMOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., April 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Study.com, provider of an award-winning online platform for K-12 curriculum, college courses and test preparation, is rolling out enhancements to its successful College Saver platform designed to support the evolving needs of students pursuing higher education. Study.com also has introduced an AI-driven TOEFL test prep experience offering dynamic practice and instruction as well as individualized recommendations based on performance.Building Self-Confidence through College SaverA Study.com survey conducted earlier this year found nearly three-quarters of younger adults (under 35 years old) with some college but no degree said they would re-enroll in courses if they felt more confident in their ability to balance coursework with other work and life responsibilities. Nearly 72% of those respondents also reported being negatively impacted by academic stress and anxiety. Rebuilding that confidence could be key to getting more learners to re-engage in higher education.To help reduce the anxiety many learners feel, especially around testing, Study.com has removed proctored exams from its courses, allowing students to take open note and open book tests. Additionally, grading is more evenly distributed across assessments and assignments to further alleviate those concerns. Recognizing the significant number of students who are taking courses after a break from schoolwork, Study.com is introducing expanded academic tutoring and coaching, including degree planning support which can provide students with greater insight on their pathway to completion."We've heard from our learners that their experience with our courses helps them build the confidence they need to move forward in their education journey," explained Laura Dansbury, VP of Product Management, Study.com

PR Newswire
Apr 7th, 2025
Study.Com Launches "Keys To College" To Help Save Students $1 Billion Towards The Cost Of College Tuition

National initiative designed to provide pathways from college credit to degree completionMOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., April 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Study.com, provider of an award-winning online platform for K-12 curriculum, college courses and test preparation, has introduced "Keys to College," a national initiative designed to help save students $1 billion in college tuition over the next five years. With college loan debt reaching an all-time high of $1.77 trillion in 2024(1) and more than 40 million American adults with some college but no credential,(2) Study.com is committed to providing a pathway to degree completion.According to a Study.com survey conducted earlier this year, college debt remains the primary reason why students withdraw, impacting the growing number of Americans with student loans and no degree or credential. More than 75% of survey respondents under 35 years old report that debt is a significant factor to stopping out of college. Men and students of color are disproportionately represented among the some college, no degree population.(2)"Education is the key to upward economic and social mobility, especially for historically underserved populations who are statistically less likely to complete their degree," explained Dana Bryson, SVP of Social Impact, Study.com. "As an organization, we recognize the systemic challenges inherent in our education system and strongly believe that education technology can be a bridge to help all learners reach their goals."Since the introduction of Study.com's College Saver product, students have earned and transferred more than 470,000 college credits, saving them $475 million in tuition costs. Students gain access to more than 220 ACE-approved upper and lower division online courses for a monthly membership fee

Cache Valley Daily
Apr 7th, 2025
Study.com Launches "Keys to College" to Help Save Students $1 Billion Towards the Cost of College Tuition

Study.com launches "Keys to College" to help save students $1 billion towards the cost of college tuition.

PR Newswire
Apr 3rd, 2025
Study.Com Relieves College Loan Debt For Four Students

Winners of the College Debt Payoff Program AnnouncedMOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Study.com, provider of an award-winning online platform for K-12 curriculum, college courses and test preparation, is paying off student loan debt for four lucky winners of its recent College Debt Payoff Program. Since January, current and former students have shared stories of overcoming obstacles and balancing school with other life obligations on the path to furthering their education.Study.com will pay off the student loan debt* of these four individuals as part of its ongoing commitment of providing access to the life-changing impact of education.Alexis McKinnie from Grand Ridge, Ill.Alexis is a recent graduate from Purdue University Global with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology.Anthony Villanueva from Sacramento, Calif.Anthony earned a bachelor's degree in liberal arts from Thomas Edison State University and continued to earn a master's in social work from Western New Mexico University .Jeanette Hardman from Springville, Calif.Chemistry teacher, Jeanette Hardman used Study.com to take the graduate education degree exams as well as to pass her teacher certification exam.Sadie Hill from Houston, TexasSadie recently earned a bachelor's degree in psychology from Colorado Christian University and is continuing her education to become an Osteopathic Doctor – specializing in Neurology – at Sam Houston State University ."We firmly believe that education is the bridge to upward mobility, especially among first-generation college students," said Dana Bryson, SVP of Social Impact, Study.com. "Our courses are designed to build confidence in learners while making their education journey more affordable. In fact, since we introduced our College Saver program offering 220 flexible online courses, we've helped to save students more than $475 million in tuition costs."For more information about the winners and to watch their videos, please visit https://study.com/blog/study-com-relieves-college-loan-debt-for-four-students.html.About Study.comStudy.com opens the door to the life-changing impact of education for more than 34 million learners and educators a month through its award-winning online learning platform for K12 curriculum, college courses and test preparation. With learners and educators in more than 11,000 school districts nationwide, Study.com is recognized by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for meeting Level IV evidence standards. Headquartered in Mountain View, CA, Study.com has been honored as one of the world's most innovative companies by Fast Company and included in the GSV150, celebrating the world's most transformative private companies in education, for the last four consecutive years