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NorthStar Network

Senior Link Building Specialist

Build and execute link-building roadmaps across our markets * Find, contact and negotiate with publishers * Decide how to allocate budget between sites and markets * Audit link quality and keep an ...

Compass Group

ORDER BUILDER

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$15/hr

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Compass Group

$22.10/hr

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ORDER BUILDER

Allentown, PA · On-site

$19/hr

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ORDER BUILDER

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$22.34/hr

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ORDER BUILDER

High Point, NC · On-site

$15.50/hr

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ORDER BUILDER

Greenville, SC · On-site

$13.75 - $17.75/hr

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ORDER BUILDER

Orlando, FL · On-site

$13.50 - $17.75/hr

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ORDER BUILDER

Denver, CO · On-site

$24.43/hr

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ORDER BUILDER

Longview, TX · On-site

$15/hr

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ORDER BUILDER

Kingsport, TN · On-site

$13.75 - $18/hr

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ORDER BUILDER

Fayetteville, NC · On-site

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

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ORDER BUILDER

Austin, TX · On-site

$20/hr

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ORDER BUILDER

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$22.07/hr

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ORDER BUILDER

Middletown, PA · On-site

$15.50/hr

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Canvas

Tactical Data Link Engineer

Niceville, FL

$106K - $127K/yr

Operate and monitor real tactical hardware (data link radios, GPS/INS units, RF frontends) within ... Build, decode, and evaluate TDL messages and network architectures. * Support gateway operations ...

Compass Group

ORDER BUILDER

San Fernando, CA · On-site

$19.50/hr

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ORDER BUILDER

Roanoke, VA · On-site

$14.50/hr

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ORDER BUILDER

Frackville, PA · On-site

$20/hr

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ORDER BUILDER

San Diego, CA · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for link builder in the United States is $22.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a link builder?

Link builders are digital marketing professionals who focus on acquiring hyperlinks from other websites to their own or their clients' sites. These links, known as backlinks, are important for improving a website’s search engine rankings and increasing its authority online. Link builders often use strategies like outreach, guest posting, and content creation to attract quality links. Their role is crucial in search engine optimization (SEO) because strong backlink profiles can significantly enhance a site's visibility and organic traffic.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a link builder, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Link Builder, you need a strong understanding of SEO principles, content marketing, and website analysis, often supported by experience in digital marketing or communications. Familiarity with tools like Ahrefs, SEMrush, Moz, and Google Analytics is typically required to identify link opportunities and track campaign success. Excellent communication, persistence, and relationship-building skills help you effectively outreach to webmasters and secure high-quality backlinks. These skills are crucial for improving website authority, driving organic traffic, and achieving long-term search engine ranking success.

What are some common challenges link builders face when reaching out to potential partners, and how can they overcome them?

Link Builders often encounter challenges such as low response rates, reluctance from site owners, and strict editorial guidelines. To overcome these, it's important to personalize outreach emails, clearly communicate the mutual benefits of collaboration, and research each site to tailor your pitch accordingly. Building genuine relationships and following up politely can also increase your chances of securing high-quality backlinks. Persistence and adaptability are key to success in this role.

What is the difference between Link Builder vs Content Marketer?

AspectLink BuilderContent Marketer
Primary FocusAcquiring backlinks to improve SEOCreating and distributing content to engage audiences
Skills NeededSEO knowledge, outreach skills, link building strategiesContent creation, storytelling, marketing strategies
Work EnvironmentSEO agencies, digital marketing teamsContent teams, marketing departments
CertificationsSEO certifications, digital marketing coursesContent marketing certifications, writing courses

While both roles operate within digital marketing, a Link Builder primarily focuses on acquiring backlinks to boost search engine rankings, whereas a Content Marketer develops content to attract and engage audiences. Understanding these differences helps employers and professionals align skills with job expectations.

How to become a link builder?

To become a link builder, develop skills in SEO, content creation, and outreach strategies. Gaining experience through internships or freelance projects and learning tools like Ahrefs or SEMrush can improve your effectiveness in acquiring backlinks.
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Senior Link Building Specialist

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NorthStar Network
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Posted 20 days ago

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Link Acquisition Manager

North Star Network runs 50+ sports and gaming websites in 40+ markets, with over 30M monthly page views. We cover football, basketball, MMA, esports and betting.

We're looking for someone to manage link acquisition across the network. You won't be assigned a single site: you'll work across the portfolio and decide where the budget is best spent, market by market. The SEO team is 16 people, so you'll have colleagues who understand what you do and why a good link costs what it costs.

What You'll Do
  • Build and execute link-building roadmaps across our markets
  • Find, contact and negotiate with publishers
  • Decide how to allocate budget between sites and markets
  • Audit link quality and keep an eye on existing placements
  • Manage suppliers, budgets and reporting
  • Test new platforms and acquisition methods. Some will fail, that's expected
  • Help out on linkbait and digital PR campaigns
What We Expect From Your Links
  • Relevant and editorial
  • Published on indexable pages
  • Compliant with the agreed target URL and anchor
  • Within budget
  • Tracked and monitored
Who We're Looking For
  • 5+ years in off-site SEO or link building
  • Results in competitive SERPs. Betting or iGaming experience is a strong plus, and you should know how regulation affects what publishers will and won't accept in gambling
  • Good at outreach and comfortable negotiating prices
  • Professional English. Other languages are genuinely useful here given how many markets we operate in
  • At ease with Excel, SEO tools, and explaining your numbers when someone asks
  • Sports fan: a plus
What We Offer
  • Fully remote, a lot of autonomy
  • A real budget and room to test things that might not work
  • Ahrefs, Semrush, Screaming Frog, Seolyzer and AccuRanker
  • A team that has been doing this for years across very different markets
How To Apply
  • Send us: 3 placements you're proud of: live URL, target URL, anchor, and price paid. We'll check them in Ahrefs, so pick real ones.
  • One campaign example (linkbait, digital PR, or anything creative you've pulled off)
  • Your availability and monthly rate

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