We surveyed 423 search engine optimization specialists to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical search engine optimization specialist. Here are the results.

How much intelligence is required as a search engine optimization specialist?

Low

High

Working as a search engine optimization specialist typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.

Can I learn to become a search engine optimization specialist?

Intrinsic Talent

Acquired Talent

A career as a search engine optimization specialist typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.

Is it easy to get a job as a search engine optimization specialist?

Easy

Hard

It’s typically difficult to find a job as a search engine optimization specialist.

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Do search engine optimization specialists work full-time or part-time?

80% of search engine optimization specialists work in full-time roles while 20% work part-time.