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Carol Ferraz

Freelance Keyword Researcher
UTC-08:00
Canada
Toptal Member Since May 2, 2023

Carol is an SEO specialist with 8+ years of industry experience. She recently completed a Data Analyst Boot Camp at Berkeley University. She's led the creation of websites, IA architecture, keyword research, content, optimizations, WordPress setup, and page publishing. Carol has used Python and SQL to develop effective code in her data analysis work and implemented AI modules and neural networks to create advanced analysis systems. She provides reports with have-done, to-do, and monthly metrics.

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Rezwan Bari

Freelance Keyword Researcher
UTC-08:00
United States
Toptal Member Since April 25, 2023

Rezwan is an innovative strategist with proven expertise in growing organic website traffic through data-driven SEO analysis and optimization. He has significant experience conducting keyword research, SEO audits, content gap analysis, and implementing UX best practices. With experience working across small to enterprise-level sites, Rezwan executes initiatives that enhance traffic, keyword rankings, lead generation, conversions, and sales-qualified leads (SQLs) to fuel revenue growth.

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Felipe Monsalve

Freelance Keyword Researcher
UTC-05:00
United States
Toptal Member Since September 19, 2022

Felipe is a local search engine optimization (SEO) expert who helps businesses improve local visibility and attract more customers. He specializes in industries like home services, hospitality, and retail. With expertise in managing Google Business Profiles, conducting local keyword research, and applying data-driven SEO strategies, he delivers real results for proven local SEO success. An expert in driving organic growth, Felipe creates tailored strategies for regional markets.

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Blake Stockton

Freelance Keyword Researcher
UTC-05:00
United States
Toptal Member Since March 27, 2024

Blake is a dynamic strategist with 15 years of digital marketing expertise, including roles at Google, an Inc. 5,000 fastest-growing startup, and the Small Business Administration. With a creative and entrepreneurial approach, he crafts impactful content and strategies, drawing on his experience founding successful online ventures. In 2018, Blake won the Rising Star of the Year award in Florida for pioneering Facebook Live training and providing social media algorithms and content updates.

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Dmitry Koshkin

Freelance Keyword Researcher
UTC+00:00
United Kingdom
Toptal Member Since July 11, 2024

Dmitry is an SEO and content marketing expert with solid experience growing organic traffic and revenue in scale-up and enterprise companies. His expertise—spanning technical and on-page SEO, content strategy, link building, and globalization—is rooted in hands-on work across 50+ sites and leading teams of 20+ specialists. He also collaborates cross-functionally to drive integrated and sustainable growth. At Skyscanner, Dmitry grew organic traffic by 4x and email subscribers by 20x in two years.

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Tomislav Glogovac

Freelance Keyword Researcher
UTC+01:00
Serbia
Toptal Member Since July 26, 2024

Tomislav is a goal-oriented SEO expert with over 13 years of experience across diverse industries and international markets. Currently serving as the SEO manager at Sleek, he leads optimization initiatives across four markets, having achieved a remarkable 105% year-over-year increase in organic traffic. Tomislav enjoys working in high-performance teams and thrives in high-complexity, challenging environments.

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Nour Essam

Freelance Keyword Researcher
UTC+04:00
United Arab Emirates
Toptal Member Since November 19, 2024

Nour is a marketing professional with 5+ years of experience in D2C, B2C, and B2B marketing across the MENA region, including work with leading brands and Y Combinator-backed startups. With expertise across technology, eCommerce, food and beverage, logistics, and fashion, she specializes in growth strategies, product launches, and campaign management. Nour is skilled in brand building, data-driven marketing, and team leadership, delivering impactful results that enhance brand presence.

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Daniyal Alam

Freelance Keyword Researcher
UTC+05:00
Pakistan
Toptal Member Since September 16, 2024

Daniyal is a seasoned search engine optimization (SEO) manager with over six years of experience. He manages large-scale websites, drives organic growth, and implements data-driven SEO strategies. Specializing in technical SEO, data analysis, and content strategies, Daniyal excels at leading cross-functional teams to solve complex SEO challenges. His expertise spans various industries, from telecom to travel, making him a valuable asset for any digital marketing initiative.

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Johan Peter Sundberg

Freelance Keyword Researcher
UTC+07:00
Thailand
Toptal Member Since October 23, 2024

Johan started his content career at 15, writing a fanzine, and soon moved into journalism and videography. With a master's degree in film, he has gained experience as a linguistic QA tester, transcreator, and copywriter. In 2013, Johan took the first content strategy course offered online and has since led teams in senior roles across government agencies, NGOs, startups, and enterprises, achieving award-winning results.

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  • How quickly can you hire with Toptal?

    Typically, you can hire a keyword researcher with Toptal in about 48 hours. For larger teams of talent or Managed Delivery, timelines may vary. Our talent matchers are highly skilled in the same fields they’re matching in—they’re not recruiters or HR reps. They’ll work with you to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics, and match you with ideal candidates from our vetted global talent network.

    Once you select your keyword researcher, you’ll have a no-risk trial period to ensure they’re the perfect fit. Our matching process has a 98% trial-to-hire rate, so you can rest assured that you’re getting the best fit every time.

  • To hire the right keyword researcher, it’s important to evaluate a candidate’s experience, technical skills, and communication skills. You’ll also want to consider the fit with your particular industry, company, and project. Toptal’s rigorous screening process ensures that every member of our network has excellent experience and skills, and our team will match you with the perfect keyword researchers for your project.

  • At Toptal, we thoroughly screen our keyword researchers to ensure we only match you with the highest caliber of talent. Of the more than 200,000 people who apply to join the Toptal network each year, fewer than 3% make the cut.

    In addition to screening for industry-leading expertise, we also assess candidates’ language and interpersonal skills to ensure that you have a smooth working relationship.

    When you hire with Toptal, you’ll always work with world-class, custom-matched keyword researchers ready to help you achieve your goals.

  • You can hire keyword researchers on an hourly, part-time, or full-time basis. Toptal can also manage the entire project from end-to-end with our Managed Delivery offering. Whether you hire an expert for a full- or part-time position, you’ll have the control and flexibility to scale your team up or down as your needs evolve. Our keyword researchers can fully integrate into your existing team for a seamless working experience.

  • We make sure that each engagement between you and your keyword researcher begins with a trial period of up to two weeks. This means that you have time to confirm the engagement will be successful. If you’re completely satisfied with the results, we’ll bill you for the time and continue the engagement for as long as you’d like. If you’re not completely satisfied, you won’t be billed. From there, we can either part ways, or we can provide you with another expert who may be a better fit and with whom we will begin a second, no-risk trial.

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