I'm Kevin James, a dynamic digital marketing leader with over two decades of experience driving transformative online growth. I specialize in SEO, PPC, social media marketing, and Generative Search Experience (GSE), with a proven track record of delivering conversions-focused results rather than vanity metrics. I’ve built and mentored high-performing teams, partnered with Fortune 500 brands, and led multi-channel campaigns across web development, content strategy, and marketing automation. I’m passionate about turning data into actionable insights and creating engaging customer journeys that scale.

Kevin James

I'm Kevin James, a dynamic digital marketing leader with over two decades of experience driving transformative online growth. I specialize in SEO, PPC, social media marketing, and Generative Search Experience (GSE), with a proven track record of delivering conversions-focused results rather than vanity metrics. I’ve built and mentored high-performing teams, partnered with Fortune 500 brands, and led multi-channel campaigns across web development, content strategy, and marketing automation. I’m passionate about turning data into actionable insights and creating engaging customer journeys that scale.

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I’m Kevin James, a dynamic digital marketing leader with over two decades of experience driving transformative online growth. I specialize in SEO, PPC, social media marketing, and Generative Search Experience (GSE), with a proven track record of delivering conversions-focused results rather than vanity metrics.

I’ve built and mentored high-performing teams, partnered with Fortune 500 brands, and led multi-channel campaigns across web development, content strategy, and marketing automation. I’m passionate about turning data into actionable insights and creating engaging customer journeys that scale.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Director of Digital Marketing & SEO at Versa Products, Inc.
February 1, 2014 - June 30, 2015
Directorial leadership in maximizing ROI in online advertising for company-owned digital assets. Managed a monthly digital advertising budget of $100,000, delivering ROI of 300% to 1,500%. Led an eight-person digital marketing team and oversaw Google remarketing, MSN/Bing, Amazon, and CSE campaigns.
Sr. Content Marketing Strategist (contractor) at Disney Interactive Media & Consumer Products Group (DCPI)
July 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
Co-authored and launched product content and AB test campaigns for Disney properties. Wrote web copy for campaigns tied to Disney films; authored SEO strategy for online campaigns; grew the Walt Disney Animation Studio YouTube channel by 400% within 90 days and maintained channel growth for 12 consecutive months.
Lead SEO Specialist & Front-end Developer (remote contractor) at CertaPro Painters, Inc.
January 1, 2020 - November 1, 2021
Oversaw on-page and off-page SEO for 12 franchises; repaired Core Web Vitals deficiencies and slow page load times, achieving 95%+ CWV scores for locations.
Adjunct Professor (SEO) at University of Denver
June 1, 2020 - August 31, 2022
Contracted instructor for Digital Marketing Boot-camp; authored SEO curriculum and taught over 100 students during the summer semesters of 2020, 2021, and 2022.
Lead SEO Specialist & Front-end Developer (remote contractor) at Blue Tangerine Inc.
November 1, 2021 - August 31, 2023
Led technical SEO strategy and front-end development for a portfolio of large client sites as a remote contractor for a Google Premier Partner agency.
SEO & PPC Manager at Madison Miles Media, Inc. (M3 Media)
September 1, 2023 - August 31, 2025
Lead SEO & PPC management for a portfolio of 7–10 clients; guided an in-house team of 24 content marketing professionals; consistently delivered strong ROI.
Sr Content Marketing Strategist (contractor) at Disney Interactive Media & Consumer Products Group (DCPI)
July 1, 2015 - December 1, 2016
Co-authored and launched product content; conducted A/B testing for campaigns; wrote SEO-optimized web pages for film campaigns; co-authored social media copy and managed YouTube channel growth.
Senior SEO Specialist II & Public Relations (contractor) at Denver Health & Hospital Authority
May 1, 2017 - December 1, 2019
Optimized web content and metadata for over 20,000 pages; boosted ad CTR and organic traffic; improved conversions and reduced cost-per-acquisition.
SEO Manager at Madison Miles Media, Inc.
September 1, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Led SEO and multi-channel digital marketing initiatives for notable clients; drove content marketing campaigns and measurable ROAS across platforms.
Adjunct Professor (SEO) at University of Denver
June 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021
Contracted instructor for Digital Marketing Boot-camp; authored SEO course curriculum and taught over 100 students across Summer 2021.
Adjunct Professor (SEO) at University of Denver
June 1, 2022 - August 31, 2022
Contracted instructor for Digital Marketing Boot-camp; authored SEO course curriculum and taught over 100 students across Summer 2022.

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Marketing at John H. Sykes College of Business, University of Tampa
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997
Bachelor of Arts in Music Theory & Composition at University of Akron
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 1984
Master of Science (MS) in Marketing at John H. Sykes College of Business, University of Tampa
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997
Bachelor of Arts in Music Theory & Composition at University of Akron
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 1984

Qualifications

Google Analytics (GA4) & Google Ads, Advanced Level
January 1, 2023 - January 18, 2026
HubSpot Inbound Marketing Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026
HubSpot Social Media Marketing Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026
SEMrush Basic, Advanced, and Technical SEO course
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026
ClickMinded SEO Course
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026
Google Academy & Skillshop
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026
HubSpot Inbound Marketing Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026
HubSpot Social Media Marketing Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026
Pinterest Approved Developer
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026
LinkedIn Business Marketing Ad Campaign Manager
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026
SEMrush Basic, Advanced, and Technical SEO Course
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Healthcare, Education