SEO Manager (English Native) – Freelance
HappyScribe is a 100% bootstrapped and profitable startup based in Barcelona, on a mission to help media teams, creators, and educators transcribe, dub, translate and subtitle smarter.
About the Role
We’re looking for a Freelance SEO Specialist (English Native) to build a consistent pipeline of optimized content and high‐quality backlinks. If you’re a research‐savvy SEO enthusiast eager to dive into the inner workings of a high‐performing content engine, this is your moment. You’ll play a key role in planning and writing content, publishing it faster, and promoting it with strategic link‐building tactics.
What You Will Do
Support keyword and topic cluster research across HappyScribe’s core product areas.
Create SEO content briefs and articles aligned with our roadmap.
Help identify link‐building opportunities through:
ABC link exchanges
Guest post outreach
Journalist and PR research (using tools or manual outreach)
Conduct performance tracking and surface optimization ideas.
Must-haves
1–2 years of experience in an SEO, content, or marketing support role.
Knowledge of SEO principles (e.g., keyword intent, internal linking, meta data).
Comfortable using keyword tools like Ahrefs, SEMrush, or Google Keyword Planner.
Strong research and organizational skills.
Native English fluency and great writing skills.
Nice-to-haves
Familiarity with content briefs and writing outlines.
Experience doing outreach or link‐building (email, forums or social).
Interest in media, subtitling, or language tech.
Familiarity with Notion, Google Sheets, or CMS platforms.
What We Offer
A clear content roadmap and the chance to learn from an expert SEO and Acquisition team.
Flexible freelance setup, with a commitment of four days per week.
Remote setup.
The opportunity to evolve into a long‐term, full‐time role if it’s a strong match.
Interview Process
Intro chat – 20‐minute conversation with our Talent team.
SEO interview – meet Niek, our SEO Manager.
Final deep dive – discussion with André (CEO) or Yann (CFO and former SEO Manager).
Company Culture
Change how users and language professionals make transcriptions, translations and subtitles.
Work with a small team of bright people.
A culture built on trust, autonomy, and independence.
Infinite runway, no investment pressure.
Flexible working hours and remote setup.
International, English‐only environment.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Contract
Job Function
Marketing and Sales
Greater Barcelona Metropolitan Area – The role is open to remote candidates.
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