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  • Promising Utmost Expertise In Automotive Advertising And Digital Marketing

    Promising Utmost Expertise In Automotive Advertising And Digital Marketing

    We mix automotive industry expertise and cutting-edge technology to give you real results without hidden fees. See how we can custom-build an automotive digital strategy that works for you...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Rolling Meadows, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • A full-service sport media and marketing agency

    A full-service sport media and marketing agency

    Uniting a team of sport marketing and media aficionados, we possess the prowess to conceive, negotiate, and set in motion tailor-made omnichannel sports platforms. These platforms wield the potential to significantly enhance both brand presence and business outcomes, all guided by our firm belief in the...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Experts In The Entertainment Industry!

    Experts In The Entertainment Industry!

    Burns Entertainment has been the industry expert in entertainment marketing, celebrity spokesperson campaigns, endorsements, gifting, music licensing and intellectual property licensing as well as motivational speakers and professional speakers for over 50 years...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Digital Strategy
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Glenview, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • B2B Branding & Creative

    B2B Branding & Creative

    Sunup is a Chicago-based branding and creative studio powered by award-winning talent. From startups to Fortune 500s, we help B2B tech, cleantech and biotech companies distinguish their brands with clear positioning and compelling creative that drives breakthrough results...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • More than just design.

    More than just design.

    An award-winning boutique visual communications business that delivers solutions for nonprofits, community orgs and public-serving entities. The goal? To amplify good works for the greater good. Through graphic design and artistic partnerships, creativity and equity intersect...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Branding
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Elevate Your Marketing With Scroll-Stopping Digital Solutions.

    Elevate Your Marketing With Scroll-Stopping Digital Solutions.

    At BannerWave, we excel in crafting interactive advertising and web experiences that offer real-time personalization for users, simultaneously generating valuable zero-party data for businesses. Our expertise lies in creating dynamic digital solutions that not only engage users but also provide actionable...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Oak Park, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Conceptual Creativity, Innovating Thinking, Expert Design Execution While Thinking Outside The Box.

    Conceptual Creativity, Innovating Thinking, Expert Design Execution While Thinking Outside The Box.

    Welcome to Designtology! My name is Kristi Miroballi, I'm a design director and mentor with a passion for conceptualizing new exciting brands using smart, fresh ideas within an innovative creative team...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Advertising
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Taking Flagship Brands From Basic To Brilliant

    Taking Flagship Brands From Basic To Brilliant

    Based in New York City, THE CHARLES was founded by sibling duo, Aaron Edwards and Samantha Edwards in 2011. Driven by their respective passion for culture, creativity, strategy, finance and technology, they sought to create a digital-first agency that would do things differently...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $235/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A Full-Funnel Approach to Business Growth. Win With Us.

    A Full-Funnel Approach to Business Growth. Win With Us.

    At WGA, our vision extends beyond mere marketing campaigns; we aim to cultivate brands that forge deep connections and thrive alongside their clientele for years to come. Founded by Ryan Hernandez, a seasoned advertising strategist, marketing designer, and occasional weekend copywriter, along with Nazim...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • PPC
    • Email Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Advertising & Marketing Strategies That Elevate Brands

    Advertising & Marketing Strategies That Elevate Brands

    Cain & Company, a full-service advertising and marketing agency in Rockford, Illinois, has dedicated five decades to helping businesses craft their messaging, build their brands, and produce industry-leading communications. Its client relationships set the agency apart, as it partners closely with businesses...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Rockford, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Bespoke Marketing for Pet Shops

    Bespoke Marketing for Pet Shops

    Suits Off Media is a digital marketing agency that helps pet care businesses stand out. Its team of experts navigates the complexities of online marketing to elevate brands and foster business growth. The agency provides web design, social media marketing, and copywriting services...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Creative Catalysts for Business Growth

    Creative Catalysts for Business Growth

    Strike 2, a creative digital and advertising agency, is a team of creatives who understand the frustrations of traditional agencies and have set out to do things differently. By fostering direct collaboration between clients and creatives and cutting unnecessary costs, Strike 2 channels the power of...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Connecting Brands. Elevating Advertising Campaigns.

    Connecting Brands. Elevating Advertising Campaigns.

    Acclaro, a strategic marketing and advertising agency, focuses on business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) markets, driving business growth through emotional connections. With a seasoned team offering over 20 years of experience, Acclaro excels in crafting strategies that cut through the...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
  • Elevating Brands. Captivating Audiences.

    Elevating Brands. Captivating Audiences.

    The Well Advertising excels in transforming concepts into compelling brands and effective marketing strategies. Its services include brand development, creative storytelling, digital solutions, and media planning to captivate and engage target audiences. The agency delivers impactful advertising solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • One of the largest independent advertising agencies in the U.S.

    One of the largest independent advertising agencies in the U.S.

    Cramer-Krasselt is an independent advertising agency building lasting connections by creating compelling ads. Its integrated approach (incl. creative, digital, media, analytics, etc.) helps engage customers and influence behavior. Focused on actionable insights, C-K delivers enduring, resonant work...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Energizing Brands Amplifying Impact

    Energizing Brands Amplifying Impact

    Energy BBDO is a creative powerhouse building memorable brands through tailored branding solutions. With a focus on energizing people and brands, the agency harnesses creativity to drive business growth and cultural relevance. Its team lives by core values of positivity, diversity, and ambition, ensuring...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Branding
    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Bold Marketing for Unforgettable Experiences

    Bold Marketing for Unforgettable Experiences

    MASSIVEMEDIA is a guerrilla and ambient marketing agency boasting over 20 years of experience in delivering innovative advertising solutions. The agency specializes in place-based experiential advertising that captivates audiences and drives engagement for brands of all sizes. From public installations to...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We create cinematic experiences that drive lasting results.

    We create cinematic experiences that drive lasting results.

    The highest praise we've ever received? These are the guys you actually want to hang out with on set. No egos, no drama. Were about telling awesome stories with awesome people. So, whether you're looking for a killer video, a memorable ad, or something entirely out of the box, we've got you covered from the...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Audio Production
    • Video Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Customized Digital Marketing Solutions That Deliver Real Results

    Customized Digital Marketing Solutions That Deliver Real Results

    At Salem Surround, we help businesses excel with a full range of digital marketing services, from PPC and SEO to social media strategy, reputation management, and more. What makes us unique is our commitment to tailoring every plan to each clients specific goals, ensuring not just visibility but meaningful...

    Top Services:

    • Reputation Management
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Elk Grove Village, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
  • Branding Is a Feeling.

    Branding Is a Feeling.

    TERAMOK LLC comes for Europe to change the marketing & branding industry in USA. We are providing high value marketing using custom production on cinema level. TERAMOK LLC has an expertise in Real Estate Development and Hospitality industry with 7+ years of experience...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Video Production
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Reputation Management
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Your media buying partner - for everychannel

    Your media buying partner - for everychannel

    MBuy, a division of Mediaocean, combines everychannel media expertise and the best advertising technology in the industry - providing advertisers with superior media buying and planning services that reach and engage the right audience, in the right channels...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Helping Small Businesses Shine with Unforgettable Designs.

    Helping Small Businesses Shine with Unforgettable Designs.

    Shay Smith Designs helps small businesses and entrepreneurs bring their creative visions to life through bold branding, strategic design, and engaging visuals...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Purposeful, Personal, Resourceful, Enthusiastic.

    Purposeful, Personal, Resourceful, Enthusiastic.

    This agency excels in providing dynamic marketing solutions quickly, ensuring client needs are met with unprecedented timelines. By blending both digital and traditional media, they focus on creating compelling brand experiences that drive tangible results...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Branding
    • Public Relations
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • A strategic, integrated marketing agency.

    A strategic, integrated marketing agency.

    Rhea + Kaiser is a strategic, integrated marketing agency focused on B2P (Business to Person) communication, ensuring that every interaction acknowledges the person on the receiving end. With a dynamic team of professionals, they offer innovative and passionate marketing solutions that are tailored for both...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    Location
    Naperville, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • We Empower Brands to Demand More

    We Empower Brands to Demand More

    BMG360 is a performance marketing and lead generation agency built for smarter, faster growth. Brands partner with us as their full-service AOR, tap specific services like SEO, Paid Social, or Radio or plug directly into our On-Demand Lead Gen engine. Backed by 20+ years of proven performance, proprietary...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • CRO
    • SEO
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Find Yours

    Find Yours

    Path Creative is a Chicago-based digital marketing and content studio specializing in photography, videography, web design, and branded storytelling. We help businesses elevate their presence with visually powerful campaigns...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Web Design
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Performance Communications: Integrated PR Agency for B2B Technology, Healthcare & Consumer Brands

    Performance Communications: Integrated PR Agency for B2B Technology, Healthcare & Consumer Brands

    SHIFT is an integrated PR and communications agency specializing in B2B Technology, Healthcare and Consumer. With our Performance Communications approach, we create multichannel PR programs built for outcomes...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Reputation Management
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Back Performance Media Is an Exclusive Concierge Programmatic Media Service

    Back Performance Media Is an Exclusive Concierge Programmatic Media Service

    Performance Media by MUFASA® is an exclusive concierge programmatic media service that delivers Executive level biddable buying intelligence. This service was strategically designed to offer flexible, on-demand and limited commitment programmatic expertise...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
  • Connect + Protect

    Connect + Protect

    Resolute is a global agency specializing in paid media, performance marketing and measurement...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $375/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Make Art That Doesn't Waste Time

    Make Art That Doesn't Waste Time

    Geletka+ is an full-service, independent, creative-first agency based in Chicago. We help brands move faster and make a bigger impact by cutting unnecessary process and building integrated teams around the work that matters most...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Ata Berkol

    Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.
    Designing Ideas Into Impact

    Designing Ideas Into Impact

    Ata Berkol is a Chicago-based Product and Visual Designer specializing in visual communication and user-centered digital experiences. He creates thoughtful, intuitive design solutions that blend strategy, aesthetics, and usability to help brands communicate clearly and connect meaningfully with their...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Product Design
    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Clarity For Growth When It Gets Messy

    Clarity For Growth When It Gets Messy

    Mabbly is a digital marketing agency and go-to-market partner that helps businesses drive real revenue through the seamless integration of strategy, sales, and marketing. Since its founding in 2013, Mabbly has built its approach around one core belief: understanding people is the key to building impactful...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Creative Services
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • The Productized Shopify Agency

    The Productized Shopify Agency

    Shopyard is a productized Shopify growth agency that helps e-commerce brands identify issues, implement fixes, and scale revenue through fixed-price services. The agency specializes in Shopify audits, conversion optimization, paid advertising, email marketing, and store performance improvements without...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce
    • eCommerce Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Oak Park, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Growth Marketing for Healthcare & Financial Brands

    Growth Marketing for Healthcare & Financial Brands

    Bespoken Directive is an award-winning digital marketing agency in Chicago specializing in growth marketing for healthcare, construction, and financial brands. We deliver SEO, paid media, CRM, and web development...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • SEO That Delivers Real Business Outcomes

    SEO That Delivers Real Business Outcomes

    SEOServices.io is a data-driven SEO agency helping businesses boost rankings, drive organic traffic, and grow online with technical SEO, content optimization, and link-building strategies...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • IT Services
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Navigating Businesses To Sustainable Growth

    Navigating Businesses To Sustainable Growth

    Growth Naavik is an AI-powered digital marketing agency committed to helping businesses achieve sustainable and measurable growth in the digital world. By combining advanced AI technologies with data-driven marketing strategies, the company delivers end-to-end solutions including SEO, lead generation, paid...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • The Culture Impact Agency

    The Culture Impact Agency

    alma is a multicultural creative agency that helps brands build meaningful connections with modern audiences through emotionally driven storytelling and culturally relevant marketing. Rooted in the belief that every brand has a unique soul, alma develops integrated campaigns that blend creativity, strategy...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Creativity At The Speed Of Culture

    Creativity At The Speed Of Culture

    The Kitchen is Kraft Heinz's in-house creative agency, dedicated to building culturally relevant campaigns and brand experiences for one of the world's largest food and beverage companies. The agency combines creative strategy, content production, design, and integrated marketing to develop ideas that...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Advertising
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed

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