Join the Vision Critical Team

Vision Critical is a team of researchers and technologists that look at customer insight from entirely new and beautifully quantifiable angles. We help 25% of the world’s top brands make informed decisions not based on anecdotes, or best-guesses, or opinion—but on fact. We help companies discover and amplify what moves their biggest fans.

Our team, headed by industry icon Angus Reid, leads the world in interactive research. We’re growing fast, developing cutting-edge technology and research techniques that bring clients the insight they need to get inspired, be innovative and make bankable decisions.

We reward self-starters, firecrackers, collaborators and life enthusiasts. We can’t abide stagnancy or bureaucracy. We thrive on change and ambitious goals. Our expansion has created an opportunity for a:
DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGER Vancouver

How often does an opportunity come along to plot and navigate the digital marketing course for one of Canada’s hottest technology companies? Not very often. As our digital marketing guru, you develop and execute cutting-edge digital campaigns, built to steer not only our current business with 25% of the top-100 global brands, but those designed to bring in the other 75%.

This is not a task for the faint of heart. To further accelerate our rapid growth, we are in search of a talented and motivated Digital Marketing Director to join our marketing team. In this new role, reporting to the SVP Marketing, you will have the unique opportunity of planning and executing a strategic and progressive online media plan. You will work across a variety of internal teams, including marketing, creative, and IT. You will take your passion and experience in digital marketing and develop creative media campaigns that will help grow our online presence, drive customers to our door, while increasing the company’s revenue and product awareness. Using your strong interpersonal and influential skills, you will plot our digital marketing course, providing guidance and expertise to our senior brass. As our online media expert, you source out the next generation technologies that drive the implementation of our digital marketing initiatives. You are a highly motivated self-starter, and have a proven track record of successful project execution. You thrive in a fast-changing, run-and-gun environment. No day ever looks like the one before, and knowing this gets you out of bed in the morning. In addition to having a flexible and relaxed work environment, you are looking to join a “work hard, play hard” corporate culture. We are young, vibrant and passionate about what we do. The values that we all share, and look for in those we work with include being entrepreneurial, creative, accomplished, team oriented, motivated, hard working and professional.

The ideal candidate will have minimum 6+ years experience in the interactive marketing space, working either on the agency or client side. You have solid experience in search engine marketing and SEO. You have strong analytical and project management skills, are detail oriented, and have the ability to implement effective processes.

Responsibilities:
*Managing the growth of our global web assets including visioncritical.com, fireflysurveys.com and our various localized country sites (ex. visioncritical.fr)
*Responsible for the growth and success of communities, SEO/PPC, online advertising, and blog outreach
*Tracking and analyzing online advertising programs; designing test strategies and creative to optimize results
*Manage external agencies as required

Required Skills
*6+ years marketing experience in a corporate environment preferably in a high tech environment
*4+ years experience in online marketing including SEO/SEM, site management, and community management
*Candidates must have an active involvement in online communities as well as hands-on expertise in digital communications including blogging/microblogging, podcasting, video sharing and streaming, widgets, viral campaign management, mobile marketing, and social networking
*A strong interest in how businesses utilize online and mobile communications to interact with their target audiences and a passion for emerging online trends and culture
*Recognized for execution as well as strategic thinking
*Preference to those with word press 3.0 authoring and salesforce.com experience

French speaking SEO/PPC Specialist - Full-time position

Search marketing agency in downtown Vancouver is seeking for French speaking SEO specialist (Quebec native) to work full-time as a part of our SEM team. We are looking for experienced person with following sets of skills:

SEO Skills:
- Ability to perform keyword research and generate effective keyword lists using SEO/keyword tools.
- Experience with web site analysis and on-page SEO techniques. Web programming experience is a bonus.
- Experience with implementation of quality link programs, directory listings.
- Strong knowledge of Organic SEO best practices (no black hat).
- Strong knowledge of social media for SEO purposes.
- Familiarity with CMS systems.
- Staying on top of the latest SEM techniques. Suggest and research new online marketing opportunities.

Pay-Per-Click Campaign Management:
- Implementation and management of Google Adwords PPC campaigns. Knowledge of AdWords tools.
- Implementation and management of Bing PPC campaigns.
- Implementation and management of Facebook PPC campaigns.
- Experience with display/banner ad programs.
- Knowledge of SEM/PPC management tools available on the market.

Web Analytics Skills:
- Utilizing tracking and analytics solutions to deliver maximum return.
- Be proficient with Google Analytics and other tools. Set up and implement conversion goals to track lead generation.
- Ability to develop, generate and analyze weekly SEO campaign performance reports used for site traffic analysis.
- Ability to improve & maximize online advertisement click-through rates & conversions.
- Strong Skills in MS Office Suite (especially in Excel).

Qualification requirements:
- Must have a fluent knowledge of French language (Quebec native).
- Be a highly organized person with attention to detail.
- Minimum of 3 years experience in Search Marketing field. Must be able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of best practices.
- Minimum of 3 years of client service/management experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; previous experience in professional writing an asset.
- Strong research skills.
- Ability to perform effectively under tight timelines and work well both independently and as part of a team. 

SEO Strategist
Contract to PERM

Our client is looking for someone to come in and do a 1-3 month assessment and provide a realistic strategy for the business model and budget. This would be an in depth review of their current SEO practices and give the guidance and advice to move forward.

Our client is looking for an SEO Strategist to create effective Search Engine Optimization strategies and tools for their client websites, with the goal of generating increased targeted Web traffic and higher lead generation. This role touches on all aspects of the company and it is a vital role to the overall success of our client.

This position is responsible for proactively assessing, authoring, executing and measuring on-site and off-site SEO, analytics, usability, ranks and conversions.

The main advertising market is in the UK and Europe so this individual must be able to research international social media sites and set the strategies. They must be an extremely effective communicator - able to clearly and concisely explain the approach needed to implement these strategies to our client’s social media team - writers, developers and off-site partners.

Overall constant awareness of SEO related and social media related studies and research is also necessary to stay not only on the leading edge, but ahead of this ever-changing market. Proactive and constant reassessment of procedures, methodologies and technologies is required to provide the best possible service to our clients while staying ahead of their competitors.

Responsibilities
* Develop, generate and analyze weekly SEO campaign performance reports used for site traffic analysis
* Evaluate effectiveness of SEO strategies
* Be on top of industry trends
* Work with clients and team leads to resolve web-related issues
* Firm understanding of the client’s short and long term goals
* Weekly and intermittent project reporting: Prepare and present reports

Requirements
* 5+ years minimum providing measured success in previous SEO role(s)
* Advanced SEO related development, data analytics, architecture, internal and external linking knowledge. Cross-Platform, Cross-Development Languages
* Enthusiastic and passionate about search engine optimization
* Excellent communication skills and be able to work independently as well as within a team
* Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork abilities
* Intense attention to detail and error checking
* 100% honesty, reliability, and ethics
* Previous experience with International / European sports and additional languages are an asset (SEO is multilingual)
* Well organized and able to multitask
* Excellent management skills

Virtually Canadian Inc is looking for a responsible and effective Search Engine Marketing Specialist to assist in helping clients grow their traffic through search engines and social media and convert more visitors.

Requirements:
- 2 years of experience in white hat SEO necessary
- Knowledge in Social Media
- Proven track record of driving traffic and increasing rankings
- A/B testing knowledge is a plus
- Strong analytics understanding required.
- Strong grammar, writing, and communication skills in English
- Second language is a plus
- Customer service oriented and comfortable on the phone
- Can work in a team
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects at once
- Basic programming and web design knowledge is a plus

Salary will be based on experience.

Upside Wireless is a 10-year old telecommunications company specializing in mobile messaging. We are looking to hire an experienced Internet marketer to do bring our corporate web property portfolio up-to-date and to grow our userbase through the use of traditional SEO, social media tactics, print, web and video presentations and tutorials.

Key Job Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain a “best in class” web sites
* Manage and execute on SEO and SEM strategies to drive relevant customer traffic
* Create web and email based campaigns that generate leads and expand existing customer relationships
* Create and implement a Social Media strategy, including online video, blogging, Twitter, etc
* Establish cross links with influential sites to generate targeted traffic
* Monitor and analyze web site traffic, and develop tactics to increase the number of visitors and page views
* Develop and maintain print and on-line ads, presentations and conference materials
* Twitter for business including creating daily tweets
* Maintain Facebook business pages
* Constant mindset of leveraging and branding in social networks
* Youtube channel setup
* Ability to create strategy and execute tactical implementation through in-house and outsourced development

Required Skills and Experience
* 5+ years’ experience in Internet Marketing
* Proven experience with Social Media marketing and SEO/SEM
* Experience with online web tools such as Google Analytics, AdWords, etc
* Independent and motivated individual able to work at a Silicon Valley pace.
* Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Commerce preferred
* Native English speaker

Compensation
* Competitive salary, extended health benefits
* Downtown location
* Fast-paced and fun international team

MARKETING COORDINATOR - HOSPITALITY

Fast paced, reputable Hospitality group in the Lower Mainland is seeking an energetic and career-oriented individual to join their marketing/PR team. You love your work, are creative, detailed, super organized and computer savvy in the latest social media. You have a great design sense, and imaginative writing skills. You go the extra mile when there are deadlines, are reliable and are a “team-oriented” person.

You will be responsible for the following duties for our group of restaurants, pubs and hotels:

* Execute marketing plans, web analytics, and perform marketing campaign analysis
* Perform online marketing duties - including Google keyword ranking, SEO, social media (twitter and facebook) and other internet marketing activities
* Assist with media buying for print, web ads, etc.
* Ensure the accurate and timely dissemination of marketing materials
* Schedule the release of email campaigns and track their effectiveness through the online system
* Coordinate any required website development and updates
* Coordinate the design of print and online marketing pieces both externally and internally
* Copywriting of press releases, newsletters, websites, and other print collateral.
* Assist with outdoor signage including design, production and delivery
* Organize, prepare and participate in periodic marketing events and trade shows
* Research and attend networking events to promote the group of companies as required
* Prepare marketing invoices for approval and assist with budgeting as required
* Provide assistance in daily business tasks and other general tasks as requested

Requirements/Qualifications:
* 2 to 5 years experience in marketing/hospitality industry
* Post secondary school diploma/degree, preferably in Marketing or Business or equivalent work experience
* Knowledge of hotel, restaurant and pub industries
* Experience building/managing a consumer facing website and the understanding of web analytics
* Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Publisher, Front Page, PowerPoint and Excel
* Some HTML knowledge is an asset
* Skilled & proficient in various graphic software applications

We are looking for an individual with experience in SEO and Web Analytics to expand our prospects in the global market. The successful candidate will help execute and shape both SEO and Analytics projects, creating strategies to increase and analyze traffic on clients sites.

Responsibilities/Duties:
- Plan & execute all aspects of SEO techniques to increase customer visits and lead generations; including meta tags, site url structure, SEO friendly page construction, creative content with SEO enhancement, target keyword lists, link campaigns, submissions, report, analytics, etc.
- Conduct keyword and user research in order to provide the improvements in organic traffic.
- Continuously improve tracking, reporting and profitability of the SEO efforts
- Help implement, troubleshoot, and analyze web analytics implementations
- Identify new market opportunities and maximize program profits to increase rank of natural search result listings on Google, Yahoo, etc
- Coordinate with internal team members to accomplish SEO tasks

Qualifications/Skills:
- At least 2 years experience in a SEO agency or large ecommerce organization, with a proven track record of success
- Strong technical knowledge of web site design and development
- Strong technical knowledge of web analytic and research tools
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Requirement:
* Expertise with Google Analytics and/or Omniture Site Catalyst
* Expertise in SEO knowledge is a MUST, as well as SEM knowledge
* Track records of recent successful SEO cases (May be required to present the actual case and the present google ranking status)

Strong Spanish language skills desired.