Local SEO specialist based in Karachi, focused on improving Google Maps (GBP) visibility and local search rankings. I run complete local SEO audits—on-page, technical, citations/NAP, schema, and off-page—then execute fixes in the right order and verify impact with tracking. I optimize Google Business Profiles end-to-end (categories, services, descriptions, photos, posts, Q&A, and review-response strategy) and build content plans for homepage, service, and location pages targeting geo-intent. I also set up and report with GA4 and Google Search Console so results are measurable and transparent.

Akhtar Zulqarnain

Local SEO specialist based in Karachi, focused on improving Google Maps (GBP) visibility and local search rankings. I run complete local SEO audits—on-page, technical, citations/NAP, schema, and off-page—then execute fixes in the right order and verify impact with tracking. I optimize Google Business Profiles end-to-end (categories, services, descriptions, photos, posts, Q&A, and review-response strategy) and build content plans for homepage, service, and location pages targeting geo-intent. I also set up and report with GA4 and Google Search Console so results are measurable and transparent.

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Local SEO specialist based in Karachi, focused on improving Google Maps (GBP) visibility and local search rankings. I run complete local SEO audits—on-page, technical, citations/NAP, schema, and off-page—then execute fixes in the right order and verify impact with tracking.

I optimize Google Business Profiles end-to-end (categories, services, descriptions, photos, posts, Q&A, and review-response strategy) and build content plans for homepage, service, and location pages targeting geo-intent. I also set up and report with GA4 and Google Search Console so results are measurable and transparent.

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Language

English
Advanced
Urdu
Fluent
Arabic
Intermediate

Work Experience

Local SEO Specialist at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2025 - Present
Conducted in-depth competitor analysis and SEO audits; improved page speed and mobile usability; optimized WordPress blog posts; implemented sitemap and robots.txt; improved crawlability and search visibility; enhanced site structure for services across multiple locations; embedded maps for local pages; ensured NAP consistency; created FAQ pages; optimized Google My Business/Maps presence and analyzed performance with GA4.
Local SEO Specialist at Self-employed
January 1, 2025 - Present
Freelance Local SEO work focusing on local search optimization, keyword research, on-page optimization, and site improvements across multiple locations; implemented sitemaps and robots.txt, improved crawlability and site structure; conducted in-depth competitor analyses and SEO audits; improved page speed and mobile-friendliness.
Freelance Local SEO Specialist at Self Employed
January 1, 2023 - Present
Delivered full Local SEO audits covering on-page, technical, GBP, off-page, citations, and NAP consistency with prioritized action plans. Optimized Google Business Profiles from scratch (categories, descriptions, photos, weekly posts, Q&A, and review-response strategy). Resolved technical SEO issues including broken pages, redirect chains, crawl errors, canonical/XML sitemap setup, and Core Web Vitals/mobile readiness. Implemented LocalBusiness, Service, FAQ, and Breadcrumb schema. Performed keyword research and built content plans for homepage, service, and location pages targeting geo-specific search intent. Built citation profiles across 15+ directories per client, set up GA4 and Google Search Console, and used rank tracking and monthly reporting templates to monitor changes.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration at University of Karachi
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026
Bachelor in Business Administration at University of Karachi
January 11, 2030 - February 3, 2026
Advanced SEO Certification at IDM Pakistan
January 11, 2030 - February 3, 2026
Bachelor's Degree at University of Karachi
January 1, 2018 - January 11, 2030

Qualifications

Advanced SEO Certification (IDM Pakistan)
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026
Advanced SEO Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 3, 2026
Fundamentals of Digital Marketing (Google Digital Garage)
January 1, 2023 - July 23, 2026
HubSpot Academy Certification (HubSpot Academy)
January 1, 2023 - July 23, 2026
Basic SEO Essentials (Semrush Academy)
January 1, 2024 - July 23, 2026
iLocal Certification (iSkills Digital Marketing Community)
January 1, 2024 - July 23, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment