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Riaan Olivier

Riaan Olivier

Grahamstown

Summary

Experienced in keyword research, on-page optimization, and technical SEO strategies, with the ability to enhance website performance. Utilizing analytical tools, identifies and implements effective SEO tactics that yield tangible results. Consistently improves search engine rankings and increases organic traffic through data-driven methods.


Experienced with social media strategy development, content creation, and analytics as well as PPC fundamentals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

SEO Administrator

Vortala
11.2021 - Current
  • Utilize Google Analytics, tracking SEO performance and reporting metrics-driven results to management.
  • Analyze web analytics data, evaluating SEO impact and informing future optimization efforts.
  • Optimized local SEO efforts, claiming business listings across relevant platforms and incorporating geo-targeted keywords within content to drive foot traffic at brick-and-mortar locations.
  • Collaborate with web developers to ensure SEO best practices were consistently applied across all site elements.
  • Citations and link building, SEM etc

Technical Support Manager (Promotion)

Imaginet
04.2019 - 10.2021
  • Managing a team of 14 technicians for a reputable ISP
  • Time Management, Work Schedules, Budget Reports
  • Responsible for most Hosting and SEO Queries
  • Fostered an environment of continuous improvement through active solicitation of feedback from both customers and internal staff members.

Helpdesk Agent

Imaginet
01.2016 - 04.2019
  • Customer Support for SEO, Hosting, ADSL, FIBRE and Email queries

Graphic/ Web Designer / Online Marketing

Bruce Little Originals
01.2014 - 08.2016
  • Digital Marketing, Designing and maintaining website
  • Graphic Design

Graphic Designer

Dupli Print
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Managed multiple design projects by prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
  • Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.

Education

Google Analytics Certification

Google
Online
10-2024

Professional Certificate - SMM Social Media Marketing

MTF Institute
Online
09-2024

Certificate - SEO

Semrush
Online
04-2023

Matriculated - English First Language, Afrikaans First Language, Computer Studies, Music, Biology, Mathematics, Science

Aliwal North High School
01.2006

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Data entry
  • Google search console
  • SEO auditing
  • Technical SEO
  • On-page optimization
  • Social media management
  • Ad copywriting
  • Keyword research

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Xhosa
Intermediate (B1)

Personal Information

ID Number: 8806065294086

Timeline

SEO Administrator

Vortala
11.2021 - Current

Technical Support Manager (Promotion)

Imaginet
04.2019 - 10.2021

Helpdesk Agent

Imaginet
01.2016 - 04.2019

Graphic/ Web Designer / Online Marketing

Bruce Little Originals
01.2014 - 08.2016

Graphic Designer

Dupli Print
01.2012 - 01.2013

Matriculated - English First Language, Afrikaans First Language, Computer Studies, Music, Biology, Mathematics, Science

Aliwal North High School

Google Analytics Certification

Google

Professional Certificate - SMM Social Media Marketing

MTF Institute

Certificate - SEO

Semrush
Riaan Olivier