I am a freelance SEO and content marketing professional specializing in on-page optimization, keyword strategy, content audits, and data-driven growth. I help brands increase organic visibility, traffic, and engagement by blending technical SEO with audience-focused storytelling.\n\nMy background in travel, lifestyle, and destination marketing informs my work with publishers, tourism boards, and hospitality brands, delivering measurable results through collaborative, cross-functional teamwork.

Susan Stephens

I am a freelance SEO and content marketing professional specializing in on-page optimization, keyword strategy, content audits, and data-driven growth. I help brands increase organic visibility, traffic, and engagement by blending technical SEO with audience-focused storytelling.\n\nMy background in travel, lifestyle, and destination marketing informs my work with publishers, tourism boards, and hospitality brands, delivering measurable results through collaborative, cross-functional teamwork.

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I am a freelance SEO and content marketing professional specializing in on-page optimization, keyword strategy, content audits, and data-driven growth. I help brands increase organic visibility, traffic, and engagement by blending technical SEO with audience-focused storytelling.\n\nMy background in travel, lifestyle, and destination marketing informs my work with publishers, tourism boards, and hospitality brands, delivering measurable results through collaborative, cross-functional teamwork.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance SEO & Content Consultant / Writer at Self-employed
June 1, 2020 - Present
Deliver end-to-end SEO content services for travel, lifestyle, and hospitality clients. Conduct keyword research, develop content briefs, and optimize for search intent and ranking opportunities. Audit legacy content, refresh articles, and recover underperforming keywords. Collaborate with developers to improve site structure, schema markup, and mobile usability. Manage editorial calendars, pitch topics, and produce content that drives backlinks and engagement.
Travel & Lifestyle Content Creator / Contributor at Various print & digital publications
September 1, 2014 - Present
Write destination guides, lifestyle features, and long-form SEO content for print and digital publications. Conduct interviews, source visuals, and fact-check for accuracy. Optimize for target keywords, meta tags, and readability, increasing article reach. Promote published content via social media, newsletters, and partnerships.

Education

B.S. in Biochemistry at Portland State University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014

Qualifications

Certification in Advanced SEO
January 1, 2025 - February 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services