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As a full-service marketing agency, we specialize in delivering solid ROI for B2B & B2C companies with effective digital and traditional marketing, SEO, and web design strategies that generate leads, acquire new customers, and fuel business growth. We're like the Costco of marketing agencies - great value...
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- Digital Marketing
- Video Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Elgin, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We pride ourselves in partnering with our clients to drive positive ecommerce results. As a result, you get to focus on the other important aspects of your business. JDM will help you achieve profitable growth online through website design and build, demand generation, or online marketplace expansion...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Strongsville, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Loud Mouth Media are one of the Leading Digital Performance Marketing Agencies in EMEA with clients spanning the globe. PPC, Paid Social, SEO, Digital Strategy, Ecommerce, Performance Creative, and more. Get in touch, and you could get a free audit to start with a BANG!...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Video Marketing
- eCommerce
- SEO
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- Location
- Belfast, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Norsu Media Group are experts in SEO & paid media. Our SEO campaigns produce hundreds of millions of impressions and clicks for our clients. We spend multiple six-figures per month on ads and generate millions in revenue for our clients, who range from small, independent stores to S&P100 companies...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Media Buying
- eCommerce
- Advertising
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- Location
- Chipping Campden, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Web Design and Digital Marketing Agency focused on deep understanding of our customers business and delivering great User Experience for your potential customers...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Varna, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $59/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
WolfPack is a results-driven digital marketing agency helping SMBs and mid-market brands scale. From SEO to PPC, automation, and web design, we deliver measurable growth across industries like home services, e-commerce, and more...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
SEOWizard delivers expert Search Engine Optimisation, website design, e-commerce development, and integrated digital marketing services across Ireland, including SEO/SEM, social media management, and PPC advertising...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Dublin, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 22 Projects Listed
dNOVO Group is one of Canada's leading SEO, AI Search Optimization, PPC, web design, & digital marketing agencies, with offices in Toronto, Ottawa, & Calgary helping law firms, medical practices, professional service businesses dominate search, generate qualified leads, and achieve measurable growth...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Insurtech website development, web apps, API integration, chatbots and insurance specific SEO. 100% customised for the insurance sector...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Location
- Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
It’s almost like we all woke up one day and the world had shifted from phone calls, television ads and newspapers to Google, Facebook and TikTok.This digital thing promised us control. We were supposed to be able to save money and time. But we ended up with systems that got harder to use every year and...
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- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Advertising
- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Berrimah, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Designekta Studios is a professional web design company based in Nairobi. We Provide digital solutions for all size of businesses. Let us help you build an online presence with our team of experts at very affordable rates...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Ciitrus Digital is an award-winning web design and digital marketing agency proudly serving in Michigan, and throughout the United States. We focus on WordPress website design + development, Google Ads, and reputation management for both small and medium sized-businesses...
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- Web Design
- Advertising
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Fenton, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
As a ROI-focused marketing agency, Viacon provides solutions for brands seeking measurable growth and digital transformation. Our proven strategies drive excellence in every campaign, from SEO and content marketing to social media and performance marketing, ensuring real results...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- New Town, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Omni Advertising specializes in automotive digital marketing and offers a unique blend of traditional and digital media solutions. They work closely with auto dealers and dealer associations around the US to help enhance their brand and drive success...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Boca Raton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Empowering Your Business with Innovative Digital Solutions! Made Online specializes in SEO, content creation, web development, social media management, and PPC to elevate brand's online presence and drive growth. What happens online, stays online – so why not make it good?...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
We are a dedicated web agency specializing in website and e-commerce development, seamless software integration, and tailored email marketing solutions. Our goal is to help businesses stay ahead of technological advancements and strengthen their competitive edge...
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- eCommerce Development
- CRM Consulting
- Web Development
- CRO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Milan, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We are a team of tech-savvy creatives that are blurring the borders between human inventiveness and data in order to offer growth solutions that are customised and adapted to the requirements of your organization. Through the use of cutting-edge marketing strategies, our company specializes in the expansion...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Victoria, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Ten Thousand Foot View is a search marketing agency focused on driving high "bottom of funnel" conversions. Using high-quality tools, this team of experts knows how to drive the right traffic to your platform...
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- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Mint Media is a premiere web design and development agency who strives to create visually stunning, functional and mobile responsive websites in the goal of helping businesses increase conversions and optimize their return on investment...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
AsiaPac is passionate in client-centered digital works that best fit your distinct needs. Our dedicated team lives and breathes digital, they specialize in full range of performance-based digital marketing services and are ready to fuel your business growth in Asia and overseas...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We understand the importance of offering an effective online presence to sole traders, start ups and SMEs, hence, specialize in small business website design, and take pride in our personal and friendly approach and in the high standards of our work. ...
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- Web Design
- Email Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Our mission is to empower businesses by enhancing their digital presence through creative development, marketing, strategies, and exceptional design. We believe in creating connections, not just companies, by helping brands resonate deeply with their audiences...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Design Services
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- Location
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Whether you're a startup looking to make a splash or an established business ready to level up, we have the solutions and the passion to help you succeed. Contact us today so we can learn more about your business needs...
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- Web Design
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- Web Development
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Homestead, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Paid ads agency headquartered in Orlando, FL. We build and manage Meta, Google, YouTube, LinkedIn, TikTok, and ChatGPT ad campaigns built to scale...
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- Advertising
- PPC
- eCommerce
- CRO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Sitely Pro is a web design, digital marketing, SEO and e-commerce solution company. We offer website design for small businesses, as well as e-commerce solutions to help you sell your products online. Our team of experts can also provide the digital marketing services you need to grow your business and reach...
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- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Kasm offers individualized strategies for marketing, as well as coaching and consulting services. Kasm collaborates with you to develop marketing activities that are in line with your company objectives and spark creativity. When it comes to concept ideation, service execution, and optimization, our...
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- Digital Marketing
- CRO
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Saskatoon, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
McKay takes a serious look at new technologies, how they are currently being consumed, and the ability to attribute revenue through their marketing usage. This fresh approach allows the agency, media, and clients, to experience more positive engagement that leads to ROI. MA+A is known as an authority in the...
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- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We are a full service marketing firm in Montana, that serves to the nation. We first help your website as we are experts on Wix and Shopify platforms. Once your website is set up to convert, we build traffic to it and track. Simple answer is by : Ads, SEO, Backlinks, Press Releases, Metadata, Keywords...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Missoula, Montana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $19/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Burhani Media Solutions is a dynamic digital agency specializing in creative design, motion graphics, and media production, delivering innovative visual solutions for brands and businesses...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce
- SEO
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- Location
- Pembroke Pines, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Roehler.nrw offers professional WordPress web design services tailored to create visually appealing, user-friendly, and SEO-optimized websites for businesses and individuals in the NRW region...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Bonn, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
CodeAutomation is an Award-Wining AI Development Company based Naperville, IL...
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- AI Development
- Web Development
- Digital Services
- eCommerce Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Naperville, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Established in April 1996, Newell Ledbetter Advertising was founded with the aim of helping local professionals enhance their businesses with TV advertising. Over the years, we have developed an impressive client base, consisting of more than 70 private business owners and professionals in the dental and...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Studio Center is a powerhouse of creativity, encompassing 45,000 square feet of pure inspiration. With over 800 talented individuals, we ideate, design, develop, write, book, shoot, record, voice, edit, mix, light, and finish thousands of award-winning projects each year...
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- Audio Production
- Branding
- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Virginia Beach, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We are a digital marketing agency looking to help other businesses grow their digital footprint through proven online marketing strategies...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Northumberland, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At DigitalGuider, our healthcare SEO and Facebook marketing expertise ensure your brand dominates the digital landscape. Experience top-ranking positions in healthcare searches, more patient inquiries, and elevated local presence. Additionally, our lawyer SEO services guarantee your law firm's visibility at...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
MassLive Media stays ahead in the fast-paced digital world as we continue to strive creating innovative solutions for both established and emerging forms of media...
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- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Springfield, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
FUEL partners with creatively-minded marketing leaders to build brands through meaningful brand strategy, memorable brand design, and compelling campaigns to stand out - and succeed - in loud and crowded markets...
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- Branding
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Greenville, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 19 Projects Listed
Alabama's Highest Ranking SEO and Marketing Agency - Serving Huntsville, Birmingham, Montgomery, Mobile Metro areas...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Services
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Huntsville, Alabama
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bell is a strategic branding, design and digital marketing agency based in London...
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- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Print Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
PWA Media is a SEO Agency Utah. All aspects of WordPress Website Development, Designing and SEO are handled by us...
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- PPC
- Graphic Design
- Reputation Management
- Web Design
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- Location
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
It is our mission to connect people and places through technology. We provide the tools for the next generation of real estate marketing...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We at Glush take great pleasure in the fact that we are a full-service agency. We are familiar with the ever-shifting landscape of the digital world, and we work hard to keep one step ahead of the competition in order to secure the success of our customers. We provide a variety of services, such as Graphic...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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- 3 Projects Listed
Webzilla is a results-driven digital marketing agency helping businesses grow through Google Ads, SEO, social media advertising, web development, and AI search optimisation. As a Google Premier Partner, we combine data, technology, and proven strategies to drive measurable business growth...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Auckland, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
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- $1,000 - $10,000
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- 5 Projects Listed
I help small businesses make a big impact with their websites. I take the guesswork out of the web-building process and give you a website that checks all the boxes needed for marketing best practices. I believe effective marketing should be accessible to every business...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
- Creative Services
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- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
SpaceBridge Ventures Limited is a Full time Design, Art, Marketing and Advertising Firm based in Nairobi, Kenya.We work with your business from the conceptual stage to applying proven marketing principles professionally to ensure profitability for our clientele...
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- Digital Marketing
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- Nairobi, Kenya
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- Under 49
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- $100/hr
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- Under $1,000
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- 1 Project Listed
Little Big Marketing is a Digital Marketing Agency in San Diego California. We strive to help small business grow or fill their schedule with customers. If you need help during the COVID crisis we can help...
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- Oceanside, California
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- Under 49
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- $80/hr
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- Under $1,000
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- 1 Project Listed
At Colorado SEO Design, our goal is to help build the online presence of small businesses throughout Colorado and the United States by providing affordable, effective, internet marketing solutions...
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- Boulder, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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- $120/hr
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- Under $1,000
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Prime One Global LLC is a Globally recognized Multinational Award-Winning performance marketing agency delivering Full Stack digital marketing strategies and results-driven solutions to emerging global brands like yours...
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- Social Media Marketing
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- Vavuniya, Sri Lanka
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- $15/hr
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We are a SEO and Web Design Agency. We design web pages in a way that search engines can understand as best as possible...
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- Digital Marketing
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- Budapest, Hungary
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
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- $1,000 - $10,000
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Everything You Need to Know About Search Engine Marketing Companies
What can search engine marketing agencies do for your business?
The main goal of search engine marketing agencies is to capture high-intent audiences – or users who are actively searching for what you sell – and convert them.
The main benefits of their work include:
1. Immediate visibility and faster growth
Unlike organic SEO, which can take 6 to 12 months to show results, SEM provides almost instant visibility:
- Ads can increase brand awareness by up to 80%, even when users do not click immediately
- Around 66% of high-intent searches go to paid ads instead of organic results
- Top ad positions can drive over 3x more clicks compared to lower placements
2. Clear and scalable ROI
Every click and conversion is tracked, so you know what works and what to scale.
- Businesses often earn about $2 for every $1 spent on Google Ads
- eCommerce campaigns often target 4x to 8x return on ad spend
- Profitable campaigns can scale budgets without losing performance
3. Better targeting and higher conversions
Ads reach people based on intent, location, and behavior, not guesswork.
- Demographic targeting can bring 10 to 56% higher conversions with Microsoft Ads
- Brand keywords often convert at 15% to 25%, much higher than generic terms
- Retargeting campaigns can increase conversions by up to 70% by re-engaging visitors
4. Lower wasted spend through optimization
Agencies improve ad quality, targeting, and bidding to reduce unnecessary costs.
- Smart bidding strategies can improve cost per acquisition by around 25%
- Proper keyword targeting and negative keywords can cut wasted spend by up to 45%
- Responsive ads test multiple variations and often drive 13% more conversions than static ads
5. Access to tools and expertise
Agencies provide advanced tools and experienced specialists without in-house hiring.
- Professional tools and platforms can cost $2,000 to $5,000 per month on their own
- Building an in-house team can exceed $200,000 per year in salaries and overhead
- Strong creative, data analysis, and strategy can increase sales performance by around 30%
When should a business invest in search engine marketing?
A business should invest in search engine marketing when it needs fast traffic, clear results, and a way to turn search demand into sales.
Top search engine marketing companies can help you when:
- You need immediate traffic and leads, not months of waiting for organic growth
- People already search for your product or service and show clear buying intent
- You launch a new product, service, or website and need visibility fast
- Organic traffic is low or not converting, and you need a reliable channel
- You have a defined budget and want predictable, trackable results
- You operate in a competitive market and need to secure top search positions
- You want to test offers, messaging, or audiences quickly before scaling further
What types of businesses benefit most from SEM?
SEM benefits most businesses that need fast visibility, want to capture high-intent searches, and can track results clearly.
Businesses that use search engine marketing agencies’ services the most include:
- Local service businesses like dentists, lawyers, and home services that depend on quick leads
- eCommerce brands that sell products people actively search for and can track purchases
- B2B companies with high-value deals where one conversion covers ad costs
- SaaS and tech companies targeting specific problems and search queries
- Healthcare and professional services where users compare options before choosing
- Companies in competitive markets that need visibility faster than SEO can deliver
- Companies with strong margins and clear funnels that turn clicks into revenue
What red flags should you watch out for when hiring a search engine marketing company?
Hiring an SEM agency may seem simple, but poor decisions can quickly drain your budget. Paid search gives quick results, so mistakes show up immediately in spend, not just performance. You need to check how an agency works, not just what they promise they can do.
Before you commit, check a search engine marketing company for the following warning signs:
- Lack of transparency in reporting
You need clear data on spend, clicks, conversions, and fees. Vague reports hide poor performance or wasted budget. - No clear strategy or plan
Strong agencies explain targeting, keywords, and testing approach. Generic plans signal low effort and poor results. - Overreliance on automation
Automation helps, but it cannot replace strategy. Agencies that rely only on automated bidding often miss optimization opportunities. - No discussion about conversion tracking
Clicks alone mean nothing. Proper tracking shows which ads generate leads or sales. Without it, you cannot measure ROI. - Long contracts with no flexibility
Locking clients into long agreements reduces accountability. Good agencies prove value month by month. - Very low pricing
Cheap services often mean minimal work, no testing, and poor management. With an overly affordable SEM company, you might end up paying more through wasted ad spend. - No questions about your business
Serious agencies ask about goals, margins, and your target audience. Lack of interest leads to generic campaigns that do not convert.
What should you ask a search engine marketing company before signing a contract?
Before signing a contract, ask the SEM company clear questions to understand its experience, how it will manage campaigns, and how its work aligns with your goals.
Relevant background
- What industries have you worked with, and what results did you achieve?
- Can you show recent case studies with real performance data?
- What certifications or platform partnerships do you have?
- Who will manage the account, and what is their experience?
Services and processes
- What platforms do you use and how do you choose them?
- How do you structure campaigns and manage budgets?
- How do you test and optimize ads over time?
- What reporting do you provide and how often?
Related to your business
- How will you approach our specific goals and target audience?
- What keywords and targeting strategy would you start with?
- How will you improve our landing pages and conversion rates?
- What results should we expect in the first 3 months?
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DesignRush sustains a directory of over 30,000 agencies categorized by service category, location, expertise, and reviews. We build our database in two ways:
- Our dedicated team of agency experts actively searches the web for top-performing companies. We then pull information from their websites, online presence, and client testimonials to verify their status and qualifications prior to listing.
- The agencies listed get notified of their profiles on the website and they can choose to claim it or not, which suggests their availability for more collaborations.
Agencies can also reach out to DesignRush and must go through the verification process prior to being listed.
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What is the difference between SEO and SEM?
The main difference between these two marketing branches is how they acquire traffic: Search Engine Optimization (SEO) earns traffic organically, while Search Engine Marketing (SEM) buys traffic through paid ads.
| Aspect | SEO | SEM |
| Traffic source | Organic (unpaid) | Paid (ads on search engines) |
| Cost model | No cost-per-click | Pay-per-click (PPC) |
| Result speed | Slow, builds over time | Fast, immediate visibility |
| Placement | Organic search results | Top and bottom ad placements |
| Strategy | Content, technical setup, backlinks | Bidding, ad copy, targeting |
| Long-term value | High, compounding over time | Stops when the budget stops |
| Control | Limited control over rankings | Full control over spend and targeting |
What platforms are used for search engine marketing?
Search engine marketing runs mainly on paid search platforms. Google Ads leads globally, with regional and niche platforms used based on audience and market.
- Google Ads is the largest platform and covers Google Search, YouTube, Gmail, and partner sites.
- Microsoft Advertising (Bing Ads) reaches Bing, Yahoo, and AOL users. It often has lower CPCs.
- Amazon Ads shows search ads inside Amazon for product-driven campaigns.
- Apple Search Ads promotes apps within App Store search results.
- Baidu Ads is the primary platform in China.
- Yandex Ads is dominant in Russia and nearby markets.
Can a search engine marketing company guarantee a #1 ranking?
No. An SEM agency cannot guarantee a #1 ranking.
Search ads run on an auction, and ad rank depends on bid, ad quality, expected click-through rate, and landing page experience. Competitors change bids constantly, so positions shift in real time.
Agencies control strategy, targeting, and optimization. They improve results, reduce costs, and increase conversions, but they do not control the auction or competitors, so no one can consistently promise the top spot.
How much do SEM services cost?
Best SEM agencies typically charge between $100 and $300 per hour. Most businesses spend $500 to $5,000+ per month on SEM, while competitive industries can spend from $10,000 to $50,000+. Total cost combines ad spend and agency fees.
- Ad spend: You pay for each click, but some clicks cost a few dollars, while competitive keywords like legal or finance can go above $50 per click. Total spend depends on how many clicks you want and how competitive your market is.
- SEM companies’ monthly fees:
- $500 to $1,500 per month for basic setup and management
- $1,000 to $5,000 per month for full service and optimization
- $10,000 to $50,000+ for large-scale, multi-platform campaigns
Search engine marketing agencies can also charge a percentage of ad spend, usually between 5% and 20%.
As a general rule, many companies allocate around 10% to 12% of revenue to SEM and digital advertising.
How long does it take to see SEM results?
SEM companies can deliver results for paid search within days, while SEO takes months to build traffic and rankings.
Paid search can drive traffic almost immediately after launch. Early results appear within hours or days, but campaigns need a few weeks to stabilize. Most accounts become efficient within 2 to 8 weeks, and performance becomes stronger after 2 to 3 months.
SEO works much more slowly. The first 1 to 3 months usually go into technical fixes, content creation, and indexing. Noticeable traffic growth often occurs between 3 and 6 months for less-competitive terms. Strong rankings and consistent traffic typically take 6 to 12 months or more, especially for new websites.
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