The Active Media: Built to Rank. Tuned to Convert.
We help established brands win in traditional search and AI search (Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, Perplexity) by fixing what's under the hood first. Technical SEO, AI search optimization, paid search, and analytics, run by a senior team that explains every move in plain English. Most agencies manage your budget. We look for what they missed.
What We Do:
✅ Technical SEO: crawlability, indexing, Core Web Vitals, site architecture, and schema. The engine work other agencies skip.
✅ AI Search Optimization: entity SEO and answer engine optimization so your brand gets cited in AI answers, not just ranked.
✅ Google Ads Management: we cut junk keywords and redeploy spend where it actually converts.
✅ SEO-First Web Design: fast, clean, conversion-focused builds. .comm Award recipient for Clean User Experience.
✅ Analytics You Can Read: GA4 and Search Console reporting tied to leads and revenue, not vanity traffic.
Why Brands Choose Us:
Month-to-month retainers. No 12-month lock-ins. If the work isn't moving your numbers, you shouldn't be stuck paying for it.
Transparent pricing. Your ad spend and our management fee are always separate line items. No surprises, no add-on creep.
Technical first, content second. We don't write a single blog post until Google can actually crawl your site.
No AI fluff. Every piece of content is strategist-led, human-edited, and built around search intent.
You'll understand your data. Every call ends with what moved, why it moved, and what's next.
We Work Best With Brands That:
Generate $1M+ in annual revenue and are serious about growth, not dabbling
Have stalled rankings or got burned by an agency that overpromised
Are ready to invest $3,000+/month in SEO, AI search, or paid search
If you're not first, you're last. Let's put your competition in your rearview mirror.
The Active Media offers competitive pricing with strong value for cost, as noted by clients who appreciated the budget fit and high-quality deliverables. Clients reported successful outcomes and efficient communication, often highlighting personalized attention and the ability to independently manage their projects post-engagement.
The Active Media empowers clients by educating them about their websites, enabling them to make changes independently. This educational approach is highly appreciated by clients who feel more confident in managing their online presence.
SEO and Design Expertise
The Active Media demonstrates strong expertise in SEO and web design, delivering optimized and aesthetically appealing websites. They combine artistic design skills with technical knowledge, which clients find rare and valuable.
High Client Satisfaction
Clients express high satisfaction with The Active Media's services, with several stating that they would continue using their services for future projects. The team's outcomes often exceed client expectations.
Personalized Attention and Knowledge Sharing
The Active Media is recognized for offering personalized attention and sharing knowledge with clients, providing practical solutions and empowering clients to manage their websites independently.
Strong Project Management
Clients commend The Active Media for delivering projects on time and being well-organized. Their project management skills are highlighted as a strong point, with clients noting the team's ability to manage timelines effectively.
Web Dev & SEO for Manifestation & Spirituality Platform
Featured Review
Web Development
ShopifyWooCommerce
Less than $10,000
Jan. - Mar. 2023
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They really know how to give you everything."
Jul 21, 2023
Owner, Love Her Wild Podcast
Brooke Carver
Verified
Other industries
San Diego, California
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
The Active Media developed and optimized a website for a manifestation and spirituality platform. The team also integrated features for the client to maintain and modify the backend.
The Active Media delivered the project on time, meeting the client's expectations. They communicated frequently and promptly via email, ensuring an effective workflow. Their SEO abilities and holistic approach were hallmarks of their work. They were knowledgeable and artistic.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Owner of Love Her Wild Podcast
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Manifestation and spirituality mentor
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire The Active Media to accomplish?
Create my website
create the ability for me to create online courses
the ability for me to work on the backend of my completed website without her help
SOLUTION
How did you find The Active Media?
Referral
Why did you select The Active Media over others?
High ratings
Great culture fit
Company values aligned
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
I had Active Media, do a complete website rebuild for me, as well as integrating software needed in order for me to create my own courses, have online memberships, sell both physical and digital goods in a shop, as well as creating my entire email list strategy.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Not only was I able to create and sell two successful online course launches, I was able to learn how to use the back end of my website, as well as the email software needed to create full email campaigns.
I was able to cancel an expensive subscription through a different company that helps build out online courses and do it myself for one yearly fee instead. Amber not only built me a beautiful and professional website, but she empowered me to be able to work in the back end of my website, and confidently grow the online course portion of my business.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Amber and her team were INCREDIBLY efficient, and over delivered with every request.
What was your primary form of communication with The Active Media?
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
They really know how to give you everything. Not only do they deliver you a website that performs incredibly on Google searches and is completely optimized for search engine optimization, they also have an eye for design and know how to create for their client and the brand that they are trying to build. A company that has both the artistic qualities as well as the knowledge for the back end of a website is very rare.
Are there any areas for improvement or something The Active Media could have done differently?
The Active media will be the only company I ever use for website development from here on out. I could not have had a better experience.
RATINGS
5.0
"Couldn't have been better"
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
"SO professional and ease of use for my consumer is 10/10"
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
"Always delivered on time or ahead of schedule"
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
"They are worth EVERY penny"
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Web Design, Dev & Maintenance for Performing Arts Center
Web DesignWeb Development
WordPress CMSWebsite Maintenance
Confidential
Jan. - Oct. 2026
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
3.5
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"The Active Media was super helpful when we had roadblocks."
Oct 15, 2026
Operations Coordinator - Development Department, Tuacahn Center for the Arts
Gabriela Morales
Verified
Arts, entertainment & music
Ivins, Utah
201-500 Employees
Online Review
Verified
The Active Media provided web design, development, and maintenance services for a performing arts center. The team updated the backend of the client's website and adjusted the settings of their online auction.
The Active Media delivered a functional website, and the client's online auction received positive traffic. The team provided detailed responses to the client's requirements and communicated actively via email and messages. The Active Media shared their knowledge and provided practical solutions.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Operations Coordinator - Development Department of Tuacahn Center for the Arts
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Broadway level amphitheatre
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire The Active Media to accomplish?
Support the backend maintenance for our support website
SOLUTION
How did you find The Active Media?
Referral
Why did you select The Active Media over others?
Referred to me
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Maintain our website backend up to date, and update our auction settings for our annual auction
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
The website is functioning correctly. The auction has had good traffic and has worked without glitches.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Amber was active via email and detailed in her response to the team requirements.
What was your primary form of communication with The Active Media?
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
The personalized attention to the given requirements, and the ease to communicate and share knowledge and findings. Amber explained in simple and practical terms the solutions and the instructions for us to manage the system efficiently, despite our lack of knowledge. She took the time to record and share walkthroughs. The Active Media was super helpful when we had roadblocks. Thank you very much!
Are there any areas for improvement or something The Active Media could have done differently?
Not that I can think of. Amber is great!
RATINGS
5.0
"Great attention and super friendly. Web dev is complicated for us, but they made it easy for us to understand how to manage our website."
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
3.5
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Web Redesign for Energy Assistance Nonprofit
Web Design
$10,000 to $49,999
Jan. - Feb. 2025
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"The Active Media's team was highly responsive whenever challenges emerged."
Feb 12, 2025
VP of Data, Energy Outreach Colorado
Eric Nussbaumer
Non-profit
Denver, Colorado
51-200 Employees
Online Review
The Active Media provided web design services for an energy assistance nonprofit. The team was responsible for revamping the client's website.
Thanks to The Active Media's efforts, the client saw enhanced UX, and visitors accessed the client's information more easily. The team provided timely items, communicated well, offered clear explanations, and promptly addressed inquiries throughout the engagement. Their dedication was remarkable.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the VP of Data of Energy Outreach Colorado
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Energy Outreach Colorado is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to providing energy assistance and resources to those in need across the state
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire The Active Media to accomplish?
Revamp our website.
SOLUTION
How did you find The Active Media?
Referral
Clutch Site
Why did you select The Active Media over others?
High ratings
Good value for cost
Company values aligned
How many teammates from The Active Media were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
A total overhaul of our website
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
The project was finished on schedule, showcasing The Active Media's dedication to meeting deadlines. Our revamped website has greatly enhanced the user experience, making it easier for visitors to access the information they need, which was one of our main objectives. Furthermore, The Active Media's team was highly responsive whenever challenges emerged.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Our project manager at The Active Media's was our main point of contact and was extremely prompt in addressing our inquiries. Additionally, whenever problems or delays arose, she was excellent at providing clear explanations of the reasons and outlining the necessary steps to proceed.
What was your primary form of communication with The Active Media?
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
The Active Media demonstrated a true dedication to delivering high-quality work.
Are there any areas for improvement or something The Active Media could have done differently?
I believe The Active Media might have underestimated the amount of content that needed to be transferred from our old site to the new one. Consequently, we assisted in adding some of the content to the new site. While this demanded extra effort on our end, it also allowed us to become more familiar with the new CMS.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Web Design & Dev for Health Optimization Company
Web DesignWeb Development
Less than $10,000
Mar. - May 2023
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"The Active Media delivered a remarkable website for our company."
Jun 15, 2023
COO, Apollo Health Optimization
Cherrell Misleh
Verified
Other industries
Loveland, Ohio
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
The Active Media designed and developed a website for a health optimization company. Throughout the project, the team took the client's requirements into consideration.
The Active Media delivered a remarkable website, exceeding expectations. The team was highly communicative and organized, answering the client's questions and teaching them how to use their new site. The client was so pleased with The Active Media that they'll continue working with them for SEO.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the COO of Apollo Health Optimization
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
We help patients optimize their health using integrative medicine and hormone optimization.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire The Active Media to accomplish?
Create a website
SOLUTION
How did you find The Active Media?
Referral
Why did you select The Active Media over others?
High ratings
Pricing fit our budget
Referred to me
Company values aligned
How many teammates from The Active Media were assigned to this project?
1 Employee
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Amber from The Active Media delivered a remarkable website for our company Apollo Health Optimization. She took everything we asked for and more, and delivered. She will continue to be our go to person for SEO optimization and business strategy.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
A finished website.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Amber was an excellent communicator. She was extremely organized and not only answered all our questions, but educated us about using our website, so that we can also feel confident in making any changes we desire in the future.
What was your primary form of communication with The Active Media?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
Excellent communications!
Are there any areas for improvement or something The Active Media could have done differently?
Not at all. Amber was exceptional.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Promotional Video for Legal Services Company
Audio ProductionBrandingBroadcast VideoVideo MarketingVideo Production
$10,000 to $49,999
July 2011 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They did a good job and continued to adjust even after the process was complete."
May 30, 2023
Independent Associate, Legalshield
Orion T Parker
Verified
Legal
Saint George, Utah
Online Review
Verified
A legal services company has hired The Active Media to help them promote their business through a dynamic video. The client wants to increase their customer base and partner with insurance brokers.
The client is pleased with the final video, which is visually appealing and respectful of their brand. The Active Media has also stayed responsive to the client's needs and concerns. They communicate through in-person meetings and accommodate change requests without any problem.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Independent Associate of Legalshield
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Provides access to justice and security that every American deserves and expects.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire The Active Media to accomplish?
Inspire more employers to offer our services to their employees.
Partner with insurance brokers to add more value to their book of business.
Protect and empower every family and small business owner in North America
Leave a legacy for my family and future generations.
SOLUTION
How did you find The Active Media?
Local Community
Why did you select The Active Media over others?
Close to my geographic location
Great culture fit
Company values aligned
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Active Media and I went on location out in the hills of Southern Utah to capture a dynamic video that introduces who I am the concept behind the services that is offered. There was some text overlay as well as some audio. The added touches of text and logo helped honor the brand that is represented.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Completed video that looks well and honors the brand
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Yes they did a good job and continued to adjust even after the process was complete.
What was your primary form of communication with The Active Media?
In-Person Meeting
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
The person
Are there any areas for improvement or something The Active Media could have done differently?
N/A
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
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Our Story
The Active Media is a boutique performance agency for brands that are done dabbling. Founder Amber Goetz came to SEO from programming, on-camera hosting, and stunt driving, where guessing isn't an option. We bring that same precision to search. We run like a pit crew: small, senior, and fast. We fix the engine first (crawlability, architecture, speed), then build content and campaigns that rank in Google and get cited by AI.
Meet the Team
Amber GoetzFounder/SEO Strategist
Amber Goetz, Founder & Lead SEO Strategist: Amber has spent 15 years in technical SEO, AI search optimization, and paid search, after earlier careers as a programmer, TV host, and stunt driver. She personally leads client strategy, specializes in fix
What Sets Us Apart
Technical First, Always
Most agencies start with blog posts. We start with diagnostics: Core Web Vitals, index coverage, and site architecture. You can't rank content Google can't crawl, so we fix the engine before we tune the fuel map.
Built for AI Search
Your buyers are asking ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google's AI Overviews before they ever click a link. We were doing entity SEO and answer engine optimization before most agencies knew it existed, so your brand shows up in the answer, not just the results.
Month-to-Month Accountability
No 12-month contracts. No bundled ad spend hiding our fees. You stay because the numbers move, and every report tells you exactly what moved and why.
Locations (1)
390 West State St. A1-201Hurricane, UT,
United States84737
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