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Founded in 2006, ComIT International is a trusted leader in Software Development and Digital Marketing. From our headquarters in Serbia, with branches in Sweden, Australia, and UAE, we empower businesses worldwide with innovative and efficient solutions, driving sustainable growth and success...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Belgrade, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
A Group of companies specializing in the design and development of growth strategies and digital products for multinational corporations and startups with a strong mission toward sustainability of the planet and improving people's quality of life...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Digital Services
- Web Development
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Milan, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Formed in Yorkshire, and beginning with only a laptop and one customer, we have blossomed into a full-service digital marketing agency...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Location
- York, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Baal & Spots is a full-service digital marketing agency based in Houston, TX, that can manage everything across your marketing channels. Let us do the hard work while you focus on what matters most: running your business...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- PPC
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Kika is a full-service marketing communications agency led by a multidisciplinary team of marketing experts, creative designers and web developers. We craft and manage custom integrated solutions designed to optimize brand experiences...
Top Services:
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digitology is a Digital marketing agency in Egypt that was founded in 2015, Digitology is your go-to integrated digital marketing agency. During short years, weve been employing our services to our clients and partners with tailored & creative digital services from digital strategies to social media &...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- Giza, Egypt
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MPower Marketing Group is a dynamic powerhouse that electrifies brands with ingenious marketing strategies, igniting a surge of success. With their creativity and innovative approach, they propel businesses forward, illuminating the path to exceptional growth. Ready to witness the sparks of brilliance they...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Design
- Location
- Plano, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.At Outsmart Labs, we’re a full service Miami boutique digital agency made of creative professionals, leaders and strategists with a proven track record in creating powerful and profitable campaigns within multi-regional digital marketing ecosystems. Our team specializes in helping enterprise level...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Affiliate Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
MyTeams is a product development powerhouse that created Myco.io. Scaled to 22M users. Valued at $80M.We offer expert app, web, and software development through staff augmentation, dedicated teams, and complete project outsourcing...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Blockchain
- Product Design
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We are a digital channel marketing and advertising agency, we focus on generating and creating solutions to connect companies with people...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Advertising
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Providencia, Chile
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Global marketing. Human connection. Skymattix helps brands generate new business through programmatic advertising, geofencing, GEO, search, creative and websites built around clear business goals...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
StackNova builds web, mobile, and SaaS products for founders and teams who are tired of agency handoffs. One senior team takes you from discovery through design, development, and launch, so nothing gets lost between strategy and code. We work with startups and growing companies across the US, UK, and MENA...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Edifying Voyages, a leading offshore digital marketing services company, is known for its expertise in delivering exceptional solutions that drive results. As an offshore SEO company, we excel in organic SEO strategies, ensuring your website ranks high in search engine results...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Local website design company located in Vancouver WA, but serving the United States. We provide modern, mobile friendly websites for service based industries, and have been for over 16 years. We specialize in WordPress websites, Managed WordPress hosting, and ADA Compliance tools for websites. We serve small...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Web Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Vancouver, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
More than just marketing. A lean, and mighty asset to your team. On a mission to make marketing simple, effective, and centered around trust. Whether we are your chosen full-service Marketing Agency, managing every aspect of your marketing strategy, or providing seamless subcontractor support for sp...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are a marketing company who specializes in web design services. We work with businesses of all different sizes in creating dynamic websites and build custom marketing plans for our clients that build their business and bring in more customers or clients...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
We are an agency built for 21st century businesses. We shift thinking and solve problems by leveraging the power of creative communications and technology specializing in websites, marketing and advertising, video, multimedia campaigns, and branding -- and it all starts with a solid strategy...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Video Marketing
- Digital Services
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- Location
- St. John's, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Passionate videographer, digital marketer, game-changer, visionary, and dedicated entrepreneur, Ethan Johnson, is on a mission to provide his network with the necessary tools, skills, and methodologies to best market themselves online. EZJ Online is a digital marketing agency that specializes in helping...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Production
- Web Development
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Vox Web Solutions is an international, full-service digital marketing agency that helps our clients scale their businesses to the next level by executing dynamic strategies. We believe that customer satisfaction is the key, because our customers' success is our success...
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- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- SEO
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Noble Park North, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our focus is on crafting fast-loading, high-performance websites using responsive design techniques...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Gainesville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
AgenteCOM.net specializes in creating online and offline solutions in graphic design and marketing for businesses across various industries. Through continuous study and exploration, we strive to deliver original solutions, ensuring a unique quality that sets our work apart...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
MAK Digital Design brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in BigCommerce web design. Drawing on our team's experience with running successful eCommerce businesses and working with top-tier enterprise-level providers, we stay ahead of the latest industry trends and strategies...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Bordentown, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
At DRAFT Design Web, we don't just offer solutions; we redefine the possibilities...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Pamplona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Impactful Marketing for eCommerce and Home & Lifestyle Brands...
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- eCommerce
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Ottawa, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We are a Pittsburgh SEO company dedicated to helping our clients reach the top of Google's search engine ranking...
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- SEO
- Email Marketing
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Based in Boston, MA, our agency of digital marketing experts provide website design, lead generation, SEM, email marketing, social media, creative services and technology integration. We specialize in working with clients in travel & tourism, healthcare, & technology sectors to grow their business, build...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Needham, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Allsopp Media is a specialist digital marketing agency which operates across the UK and abroad. We are experts in creating and managing omni-channel marketing campaigns. We provide bespoke services for aspiring brands that want to expand their presence, increase visibility online and stand out from the crowd...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- SEO
- PPC
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Digital marketing agency that will give you the attention and care you deserve. We know that digital marketing is the most powerful way to reach your customers. But we also know that there are so many moving parts in this space – analytics, data, social media campaigns, website design and more. It can be...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Sun Valley, Idaho
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $115/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
IGM Creative Group stands as a comprehensive print design and advertising agency nestled in the heart of northern New Jersey...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Print Design
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Riverdale, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
e-Service by Puzzo Davide offers a comprehensive resource hub featuring articles, reviews, comments, suggestions, and best practices to optimize your website and personal computer usage. Explore our platform to gain valuable insights and maximize the potential of your digital assets...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Ragusa, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
ioVista is a full-service eCommerce development agency renowned for its expertise in creating and building exceptional eCommerce websites on leading platforms like Magento, Shopify, WooCommerce, BigCommerce, Yahoo Stores, and WordPress...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 18 Projects Listed
We at Exito Studio are developing web projects that help businesses launch or improve their online performance. We have experience from 2015 in website and online stores. So far we have been serving over 200 clients. View more https://exito.bg...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Dupnica, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
logotio: 15+ experts in branding, UI/UX, web (WordPress/Webflow) & app development, digital marketing, high-performing digital experiences. Since 2012, we've grown boutique brands via sales-driven design with $50M+ ROI. CSS Design Awards & Webby Honoree 2023. Trusted in energy, education, consulting...
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- Branding
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
We provide next-generation data platforms and IT Services to companies. By utilizing our platforms, companies can expand their awareness and outreach capabilities, thus increasing their customer and investor base. We accomplish this mission via our media outlets and a unique Digital Media Boost technology...
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- Digital Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Saint Francis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We are committed to making our clients feel like they got what they were looking for, my prices are fair, and my designs will portray your brand the way you have visioned...
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- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Nettechnocrats is one of the fastest-growing digital marketing agencies listed in Top Leading Marketing and Advertising Agencies in India 2019. Nettechnocrats offers best-in-class Search Engine Optimization(SEO), Social Media Optimization (SMO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), Social Media Marketing(SMM)...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Advertising
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Kudzu Brands is a full-service branding and marketing agency committed to providing expert support to nonprofits. With our proprietary brand development process and comprehensive brand management, we drive growth and visibility. Our consultative approach, fueled by creative methodologies, ensures your...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Logo Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Asheville, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
PathSeekers is a leading marketing consulting and digital marketing company that provides businesses with effective and innovative marketing solutions to help them grow and achieve their goals...
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- Branding
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Brampton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Get Funding | Build Community | Increase Token Holders | NFT launchpad | Boost Liquidity...
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- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Media Buying
- Public Relations
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Bangkok, Thailand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Your online presence may be costing you customers. We fix that that with custom websites that convert and the SEO & AI Search strategies to get them noticed...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- AEO
- SEO
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Santa Monica, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
SEO Guru Atlanta helps local and national businesses generate consistent leads by building search authority that AI engines trust. We dont chase algorithmswe build brands that dominate organic visibility in 2026 and beyond...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Ron the Web Guy - Since 1996 - 29+ years of professional website design/development and web hosting - No project too small or too big. We've launched and managed $99 websites and 6 figure websites. We are a full-service web presence company… way more than your typical “web design” company...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- Web Development
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Roslyn, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We are web designers, web developers and digital marketing experts. Our work scales from local to global, we are creating digital experiences for every business. We strive for things that have a positive impact on the world...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Enrich Marketing partners with small and mid-sized businesses to build data-driven digital campaigns, media strategies, and creative content that boost visibility, performance, and ROI...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Buffalo, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
If there is something we at Click Leaders are proud of, it's our vast experience. We are neither beginners without a clue of how to promote our client's business, nor old timers set in their old and trusted and often outdated ways. Reach out to us, and we will help you reach out to your customers!...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Czestochowa, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
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- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Ready to be the next small business success story? With consistent leads coming in, you can focus on growing your business and hitting your goals. Succeeding Small is proud to be your partner as a small business digital marketing agency. Through web design, SEO, and PPC, we can get you that success...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
A Cyprus-based web design agency specializing in custom WordPress websites, SEO, content writing, social media marketing, and high-performance digital marketing solutions. As a one-stop-shop, we not only execute but also set the strategy to drive your online success...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Larnaca, Cyprus
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 20 Projects Listed
Toronto's award-winning web design & digital marketing agency, turning websites into growth since 2008 1,000+ projects, 30+ awards...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
With over two decades of experience, Law Firm Sites is a law firm web design company that specializes in crafting modern and professional websites tailored exclusively for law firms. Our mission is to help attorneys distinguish themselves in a highly competitive landscape. We take pride in our commitment to...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- American Fork, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
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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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- 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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