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Ciphers Digital Marketing is your go-to partner for innovative online solutions. Specializing in SEO, PPC, Google Ads, and social media management, we drive measurable results and elevate your brand's digital presence. Our expert team tailors strategies to boost engagement, traffic, and ROI, ensurin...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Gilbert, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Comfort Media Group is the leading provider of digital & social media marketing strategies and solutions to home services contractors in North America...
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- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Video Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Conxept Innovations is a full-service digital marketing agency dedicated to driving measurable growth. We specialize in crafting data-driven strategies, innovative campaigns, and tailored solutions to amplify your digital presence, engage audiences, and achieve your business goals...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Development
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
A one-stop solution for all your branding needs. We are not just a traditional advertising agency – we believe in implementing innovative and creative solutions for our clients that deliver business results. We follow an integrated approach to digital media and produce a process that builds your online...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Ottawa, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Plexial is a digital agency based in Singapore. We provide services from website design, website development, e-commerce development, software development, banner design, search engine optimisation to pay-per-click marketing...
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- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a company specialising in web design and development in Ibiza, as well as digital marketing. We offer creative solutions for all types of pages adapting to the size of your project and budget. Corporate website, online shop, web applications, custom projects...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Ibiza, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Pixelistas is a marketing and advertising company offering a wide range of services. We help you create your own website or E-Shop, as well as to optimally manage your social media profiles...
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- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Development
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- Location
- Preveza, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Creative and Innovative website design and development. Helping your business with brand awareness, online presence, and increase revenue, without the stress...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Leeds, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We help real estate agencies reach their goals through online marketing and web development. If you need a real estate website, integrations to portals or digital marketing, we are the ones with the experience!...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Estepona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Izla Technologies is a leading Software Development Company in USA that provide digital marketing, web and software solutions for various industries...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- North Bellmore, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Web6 Solutions helps businesses grow through smart web development, custom applications, and performance-driven digital marketing. We focus on building fast, secure, and user-friendly websites that convert visitors into customers. From startups to established brands, our team delivers tailored solutions...
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- Digital Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We build the software and automation that keep your business running and growing while you focus on what matters. Every call answered, every lead captured, every task handled...
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- AI Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Sherwood Park, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are consistently ranked as one of the top B2B agencies, and top eCommerce and eLearning developers...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- PPC
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Aumcore provides Digital Marketing services from mobile, web, advertising, gamification, and social media...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Product Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Elevating Growth with Healthcare Website DesignPMCJAX specializes in healthcare website design, empowering businesses across the U.S. We ensure clear, efficient information delivery and prompt updates. Count on us for premium hosting, custom calls-to-action, and strategic marketing guidance...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $105/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Welcome to Digital Parameters. We are a web agency located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. We offer web services such as web design, development, SEO, advertising and digital marketing. We have over 20 years of experience designing stunning websites that create online success; we are a great choice to help build your...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Brand Backers is a digital marketing firm specializing in web positioning through SEO and SEM strategies. The primary focus is to maximize the sale of our clients' products or services, prioritizing concrete results on metrics or values that the data itself provides us with...
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- Digital Strategy
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Puebla, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
At PINK DOG DIGITAL we provide effective digital solutions for your business. Whether it is a website, search engine optimization, content creation, social media management, digital advertising or photography/videography, Pink Dog has a strategy custom-tailored to meet your needs. We create an online...
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- Digital Strategy
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- AEO
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- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
With an aim to leverage in the digital marketing world we as digital experts in SEO, Social Media, Paid Ads and more have been providing quality digital marketing services to our clients...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Manila, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
OMR Digital, A Google Partner Agency offers Digital Marketing Services such as: seo, search engine marketing, ppc, social media marketing, mail marketing etc...
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- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Think It First is a digital strategy consultancy, specializing in web design, app development, and marketing...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Services
- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Exaalgia is a top-notch website design and digital marketing company, offering result-driven services for search engine marketing (SEO & PPC). The company was founded with an aim to boost the visibility of the website over digital channels. Quick results and consistent support to the clients have made...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Location
- Gilbert, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Apus Agency specializes in providing digital marketing and SEO services to small and medium-sized brands. They offer a range of services including local SEO, technical optimization, PPC management, email campaign management, social media marketing, and custom development...
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- SEO
- Web Development
- PPC
- WordPress Website Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Riga, Latvia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Since 1996, PROS has successfully delivered Internet Technology & Marketing solutions globally...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Los Angeles SEO Inc is a Los Angeles-based SEO company with 13+ years of experience helping businesses grow through Local, National, Technical, Ecommerce, and AI Search Optimization strategies that increase visibility, qualified traffic, leads, and revenue...
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- SEO
- AEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
RedeShop is a digital marketing agency specializing in e-commerce, dedicated to increasing the visibility of online stores for small and medium-sized businesses. Through customized SEO services, the development of SEO-optimized stores, and effective Google ADS campaigns, we ensure your business stands out in...
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- SEO
- eCommerce
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Braga, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
We take your internet marketing to the next level. This will give you more visitors and customers, and therefore turnover. We do this by creating your website with conversion and marketing in mind. We then make you easy to find in in AI-tools, and Google's unpaid (SEO) and paid (SEA) results...
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- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Overit is a full-service NY state agency where strategy, creativity and technology converge. We solve real business problems with full-funnel marketing — driving brand awareness, conversion and love through exquisite ads, content and websites — for growth-minded startups and large enterprises alike...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Albany, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We're Otelli. A bold digital agency based in Northampton, UK. Innovative. Committed. Passionate. We help SMEs grow fast with digital strategies that deliver real ROI. From branding and web design to video, animation, and lead generation we bring creative firepower that gets results...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Northampton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
A results-driven digital marketing agency specializing in website design, SEO, PPC, and social media marketing. With offices in Annapolis, MD, and St. Petersburg, FL, we help businesses across the United States and beyond attract high-quality leads, boost conversions, and drive revenue growth...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- SEO
- Logo Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Annapolis, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We've developed a process that is designed to bring new prospective customers to your website and turn them into leads. After working with over 1,000 customers across the United States and the entire world, we have a pretty good idea what works and what doesn't...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Waukesha, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A full service digital marketing agency offering expert Google Ads, Facebook Ads and SEO Optimisation...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Software Development
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Braintree, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Agenzia FRE' is an Italian Indipendent Advertising Agency.We make people talk about your BRAND with our smarter campaigns.We're Italians. We're creatives...
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- Advertising
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our company philosophy is to create the kind of website that most businesses want: easy to find, stylish and appealing, quick loading, mobile responsive and easy to buy from...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Web Development
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- Location
- Winnipeg, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Arrow Marketing, Media & Consulting prides ourselves on being a team of professionals who have mastered the art of self-motivation, reliability, flexibility, and being 100% customer focused. Our team of experienced marketing strategists empowers you to create a bold marketing strategy that will allow your...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We exist to make digital marketing simple and profitable for our clients. Our end goal is to get our clients more calls and more business, and we accomplish this through customized digital solutions.Since 2011, Fusion One Marketing has been committed to providing businesses with revenue-generating...
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- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Web3 is the number one Australian web design, development and online marketing agency helping smart professional businesses around the world become market leaders online. Increase your revenue and save yourself precious time with our ‘all under the one roof’ performance & growth-centric digital marketing...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Togglehead, one of India's leading independent digital agencies. Guided by a passion for creativity, data insights, and consumer psychology, we stepped into the industry in 2012. Today, with a team of over 100, our goal is to redefine the effect of digital communications for leading players across different...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Wiideman Consulting Group, Inc., formerly known as "SEO Steve," is a leading agency specializing in SEO consulting, training, strategy, and procurement services...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Location
- La Mirada, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Boost your New Jersey business with our expert digital marketing services. We specialize in SEO, PPC, and web design to deliver measurable growth. Contact us today for a free consultation!...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
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- Location
- Lyndhurst, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
SODA Global Marketing is one award winning agent who focus on China business development, Chinese digital marketing and Sales from 2018. SODA experts are located in UK/US/HK/China, already helped 800+ customers from different countries, 95+% customers achieved their business goal in past 4 years...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Boca Raton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Bloom Ads Global Media Group is a full service media strategy, planning and buying agency. We believe in customer and EMPLOYEE first and encourage diversity in thought and creativity. We embrace our inner and outer family with 100% encouragement and foster a supportive environment within the Bloom community...
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- Digital Marketing
- Media Buying
- Location
- Woodland, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Bitz Digital: Where ideas come alive in the digital realm. With a passion for design, we're your creative allies, turning visions into captivating digital experiences. Empower your brand with our innovative design solutions welcome to the future of web and app excellence!...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Princeton, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $18/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SEOSyrup is a leading global SEO agency, spearheading the digital marketing landscape with a comprehensive suite of services designed to elevate online presence and drive business success...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Morden, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
ROI-focused dental marketing, specializing in SEO, Pay Per Click, website design & development, practice rebranding, and review management for dental practices. We use a data backed, analytical approach to increase your new patient leads...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Riverton, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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- 8 Projects Listed
At Dabaran, we bridge traditional SEO with AI search optimization. As platforms like ChatGPT and Perplexity redefine visibility, our GEO strategies ensure your business is chosen, trusted, and ranked where it matters most. Based in Chicago since 2016, we serve clients nationwide...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We are a Lancaster, Pennsylvania-based digital marketing firm that uses powerful design, compelling content, thoughtful functionality, and proven internet marketing techniques to improve our clients' site rankings, traffic, and lead generation...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Conestoga, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
As digital marketing experts, we create engaged communities that drive real customer growth and boost your sales.Serving businesses across USA, Chile & Latin America with proven strategies tailored to your market.Fluent in Spanish to connect deeply with your audience.Hablamos español...
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- Location
- Santiago, Chile
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Arfadia is a full-service digital marketing agency in Jakarta, Indonesia, operating since 2008. Since 2023 it has run Generative Engine Optimization to help brands get cited by ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity. 120+ professionals, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified...
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- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- South Jakarta, Indonesia
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
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- $10,000 - $25,000
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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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