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Social Media Excellence
Founded originally as Rober Berning Productions in New Orleans in 1975, Velocity is a full-service digital marketing agency that is on the cutting edge of technology; offering services on social media marketing, SEO, graphic design, media placement, and video production, among many other areas... View Velocity Agency profile
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Advertising
- Video Production
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- Location
- Mandeville, Louisiana
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We Create. Connect. Unify.
Admark is an independent advertising agency. We are fueled with the desire to create, invent and design. We work with top brands in B2B and B2C businesses... View Admark's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
SEO Friendly Websites
Search engine optimisation (SEO) is the practice of optimising a website to improve its ranking in search engine results pages (SERPs). We are a team of professional SEO experts with quite a bit of experience. We have increased the traffic and ranking of various websites and even made one of our clients... View Teck Geek SEO Consultants And Web Dev's portfolio
Top Services:
- Affiliate Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
SEO & Paid Media For Travel & Tourism Companies
Specializing in travel and tourism brands, Propellic offers SEO, Google Ads, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn advertising, SEO, and AI search optimization. With 3M+ monthly traveler discoveries across its client base, it has delivered results for clients like Captain Experiences and Thrifty Traveler... View all reviews
Top Services:
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Lead Generation for B2B Technology Firms
New North was born from a desire to help B2B tech companies succeed at marketing in a way that removes mystery from the equation. From day one, nothing has been more important than helping our clients break free of the old paradigms and chart a path together for growth. We focus on results, we avoid jargon... View New North's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Frederick, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Today's Business: Where Performance Meets Precision in Affiliate Digital Marketing
Discover the power of comprehensive performance affiliate digital marketing with Today's Business. With a team of specialized experts, we offer a full range of services, from auditing and tracking to tailored strategy creation and execution. With our track record of success working with thousands of clients... View Today's Business's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Affiliate Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Digital Marketing for B2B Tech Companies and Vendor Channel Programs
We are an award-winning digital agency that accelerates the growth of top B2B technology companies, vendor channel programs, and SaaS enterprises. We have in-depth knowledge and direct experience with complex B2B buyer journeys for tech companies. We received the Best Content Marketing Campaign award at the... View Filament Digital profile
Top Services:
- Advertising
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- North Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
Digital Marketing That Drives Real Results
Cibirix is a growth-focused digital marketing agency that helps businesses succeed online through strategic PPC, SEO, and performance-driven campaigns... View Cibirix's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Mount Airy, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
1 SEO Agency London - Increase Inbound Leads And Sales
PNdigital is an award winning digital marketing agency in London, with the tools and expertise to put your website ahead of the rest. Based in the UK, our passion and commitment to each of our clients is at the heart of everything we do. Our one goal in business is to get you more visible, more traffic, and... View PNdigital's portfolio
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
- SEO
- PPC
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
performance and content marketing specialists
We are a full service digital marketing agency based in London, providing solutions to B2B and B2C businesses... View Inflorescence Media's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We Build Digital Experiences That Bring Your Clientele Close To You.
Were a digital agency, experts in SEO Services, Web design, and Digital Marketing. We create digital experiences that are human-centered and future-proof... View Symaxx Digital's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- PPC
- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Pretoria, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Affordable Web Design & SEO for Small Businesses in New Orleans
Trellis Marketing is a boutique web design and SEO agency helping small businesses, nonprofits, and startups look and perform better online... View Trellis Marketing's portfolio
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Location
- New Orleans, Louisiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Leading people to you.
Growth, digital marketing solutions that drive results you care about. Female owned and operated since 2019... View Cue2Convert's portfolio
Top Services:
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Media Buying
- Location
- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Professional Grade Web Design, Graphic Design and SEO
At Geografixx Inc. web design and marketing agency, we understand the unique needs of businesses in Pembroke Pines and the surrounding area. We specialize in creating custom websites that are tailored to your specific business goals and target audience. Our talented web designers will develop and design a... View Geografixx's portfolio | View all reviews
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Pembroke Pines, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
High-Voltage Marketing Powering Data-Driven Results | Google Partner
Performance partner for Tampa Bay small businesses. I manage your Google Ads, SEO, and web design directly -- no account managers, no long-term contracts. 275% client growth delivered. You grow, I grow. Month-to-month, published pricing... View Thunderstrike Marketing's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Safety Harbor, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Award Winning, Full Service Digital Marketing Agency
At Media Components, we help businesses grow smarter. As a leading digital marketing agency with 20+ years of experience, we specialize in boosting online visibility, driving conversions, and maximizing ROI for companies of all sizes. From startups to established enterprises, we tailor our strategies to meet... View Media Components's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Hopewell, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Your Digital Growth Partner.
EvolutCo stands as a premier full-service firm committed to activating and fostering business growth, specializing in a comprehensive suite of services designed to elevate enterprises to new heights. EvolutCo emerges as a beacon for private equity, venture capital, and startup funding and more... View EvolutCo's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Branding
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Geneva, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
- RGray is an AI-accelerated, performance-oriented marketing agency for crypto, AI, SaaS & FinTech
RGray is an AI-accelerated, performance-oriented marketing agency for crypto, AI, SaaS & FinTech
RGray is an AI-accelerated, performance-oriented marketing agency for crypto, AI, SaaS, fintech, and tech companies. Since 2019, we've served 80+ tech businesses, supported 15 token launches, and raised $30M+ for our clients - earning a 4.9 rating on Clutch, with 15% of clients staying with us... View RGray's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
AdsRole is one of the top Digital Marketing Company
AdsRole is one of the top digital marketing companies, offering complete digital marketing solutions designed to elevate your online presence and drive business growth. Our services include Search Engine Marketing (SEM), Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Social Media Marketing (SMM), Google Ads Mana... View all reviews
Top Services:
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Full-Suite ROI Focused AI Driven Digital Marketing Agency
Senate Marketing is a leading ROI-driven full-suite Digital Marketing Agency... View Senate Marketing's portfolio | View all reviews
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We Make Marketing the Easy Stuff, So You Can Make Growing the Fun Stuff.
We are a boutique digital marketing firm. We prefer to focus on the things we know we do well instead of trying to be kind of good at a bunch of stuff. If you want a personal touch with results we are the choice for you. We are selective about the projects we take, and you should be selective too... View Best Fit Digital's portfolio
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Elevating Brands, Amplifying Growth.
Welcome to our innovative agency, where our team of exceptionally skilled professionals is dedicated to crafting your story to build your brand and develop long-lasting relationships with your customers. As a leading marketing agency, our primary objective revolves around cultivating your brand, forging... View SW Creative Group's portfolio | View all reviews
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Results-Driven, Custom-Crafted Digital Strategies
We’re a creative collective with deep roots in digital branding and inbound marketing. We’re here to help your business find a fresh way forward with a strategic, results-driven approach that will make you — and your customers — true believers... View Accelerate Media's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Rochester, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Empowering your digital journey
We are a digital agency based in Brisbane, Australia, recently established but formed by professionals with more than 10 years of experience in the sector. We specialize in web services, e-commerce platforms, SEO optimization, strategic ad campaigns, professional graphic design, and custom integrations and... View Netfy's portfolio
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Corinda, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Digital advertising, media planning/buying, and creative services.
Ethic's in-house team of expert advertising strategists, creatives, and optimizers specialize in budget of $50k-$2m per market. We're here for the businesses getting ignored by big agencies, but have too big of needs to not have someone in their corner. Digital ads, media buying/planning, & creative... View Ethic Advertising's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Media Buying
- PPC
- Show more
- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
LA's Top WordPress, Webflow, and Shopify Digital Agency
Mouche is a digital agency blending human creativity with AI efficiency. We specialize in eCommerce, Shopify, SEO, and user-centric websites built on WordPress, Webflow, and Wix. Based in Los Angeles, we help brands grow by driving traffic, boosting conversions, and creating smarter digital experiences... View Mouche's portfolio
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- Branding
- SEO
- UI/UX Design
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Smart People, Smart Marketing
Point & Click is an online marketing company specializing in website design and Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Employee Recruiting and Brand Management... View Point & Click's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Brands That Help People Build Better Lives
At Qualbe, we apply our broad marketing, sales and technology experience to build online brands that truly help people... View all reviews
Top Services:
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Haltom City, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Communication agency for public relations, content creation and social media marketing
Communication agency for public relations, content creation and social media marketing
ndustrie-Contact is an established full service PR agency in Hamburg, Germany with more than 40 years of expertise. Reputable clients from Germany and worldwide entrust our team of experts with difficult communication jobs that have highly specific requirements. In addition to traditional press work, our... View Industrie-Contact AG profile
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Public Relations
- Location
- Hamburg, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Powerful websites for growing companies.
Airtight has established itself as a top-rated web design company, known for creating powerful websites that exceed our clients expectations... View all reviews
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- eCommerce
- Social Media Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Smarter Marketing for Real Estate Growth
Digible is a digital marketing agency specializing in the multifamily housing industry. The agency offers data-driven solutions—including paid media, SEO, and AI-powered analytics to help apartment communities attract and retain residents. With a client base spanning over 5,995 properties across 575 cities... View Digible, Inc. profile
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Englewood, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Every Brand Has a Genesis
Genesis is a strategic brand consultancy that helps organizations turn their unique points of difference into market advantage. We work with leaders and innovators to optimize brand, strategy, communications and investor relations. We solve strategic problems creatively and creative problems strategically... View Genesis Inc. profile
Top Services:
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Email Marketing
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Client-Facing Digital Marketing For Agencies
Resell our premium marketing services that help attract more clients, close them, and keep them longer without building the entire in-house structure. You just handle sales and marketing, well handle everything else under your brand name including client communication!... View all reviews
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
WebUs is a successful web studio with many years of experience in the development,
WebUs is an experienced web agency that progressively develops its activity on both national and international IT markets. Our activity can be divided into three directions: - Premium website development- E-commerce- SEO and online promotion... View WebUs profile
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Location
- Chisinau, Moldova
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Force for cutting-edge solutions
At the Kaamlab Holding company, we influence the digital ecosystem by leveraging contemporary and future technologies, helping our clients step into the digital world and prosper... View KaamLab profile
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $3/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- We Are a Cleveland Web Design, SEO & Digital Marketing Agency That Knows Small Business.
We Are a Cleveland Web Design, SEO & Digital Marketing Agency That Knows Small Business.
LocalBizGuru is a Cleveland based digital marketing and web design firm founded by Nachum Langsner and Aaron Garfunkel. The agency specializes in local SEO, optimized website development, PPC, social media, online reputation, and managed hosting. With deep roots in small business marketing and more than a... View all reviews
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Cleveland Heights, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Drive your quality
Digital Arabia is a best Digital Marketing agency in Dubai. We are a services provider company for Web Development, SearchEngineOptimization, PPC, Social Media, APPS and Email Marketing In Dubai. Our team players are very dedicated and dynamic in Customer service. We Served 200+ clients since 2016 and... View all reviews
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- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
WE’RE IN THE BUSINESS OF TRANSFORMING YOUR BRAND
Animink is web design and developemnt compnay located in NC. We are one step ahead and technically sound Digital marketing and web development solution for your business... View all reviews
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
- PPC
- CRO
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Website Design & Marketing agency in Dubai
We have highly experienced certified professionals dedicated in making responsive business websites using latest technologies. We offer digital marketing and social media marketing services so as to enhance your online presence in various social media channel like YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram &... View all reviews
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Email Marketing
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
Award-Winning SEO, PPC & SEM Agency in Austin
Effective, results-driven digital marketing. Whether you’re a global enterprise or a local shop, we have custom digital marketing strategies such as SEO that produce results... View all reviews
Top Services:
- PPC
- SEO
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
leads integrated marketing and advertising plans that achieve our clients objectives.
LEAD Marketing Agency’s foundation is based on delivering measurable marketing results for our clients... View all reviews
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
Web Design With Search Engines In Mind
Every website is designed with organic and/or local SEO as the basis for its construction. A pretty website is nice, but a pretty website that is found in Google, Bing and Yahoo is much, much nicer! We use WordPress and other content management system platforms for a user-friendly, mobile-friendly business... View all reviews
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- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Rochester, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
From accounts to creative, the 50 professionals of Trilix make it our mission to fuse passion with the purpose for our clients... View all reviews
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Advertising
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Master Your Market. Make Your Mark.
Good business is about creating results without sacrificing authenticity. It's not only possible but the right thing to do and more profitable. It's about diving more deeply to find unexplored areas of value... View all reviews
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- Digital Services
- Logo Design
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- SEO
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Helping Businesses Succeed Online.
Gulf Coast Web is a full-scale digital agency providing digital services throughout the United States to media companies and local businesses. At the core of GCW's mission, providing digital knowledge and guidance with a strong partnership with delivering five-star customer service... View Gulf Coast Web profile
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Gulfport, Mississippi
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
Helping Companies Establish & Expand Their Digital Footprint
We help clients tackle a variety of business problems, from web design, marketing strategy + execution, to content creation... View WD Strategies's portfolio | View all reviews
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Translation Services
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- Location
- Huntingdon, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Tech.Digital.360
We provide comprehensive and strategic digital marketing, interactive media marketing and system development services for businesses... View all reviews
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- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With combined 25 years experience in the industry, the team and MainMenus are able to provide a greater online presence for local restaurants through Web Design, Online Ordering and Digital Advertising... View MainMenus profile
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Softwyre offers a wide variety of IT services to help our clients maximize the potential that technology offers their businesses... View all reviews
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- SEO
- AI Development
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- Location
- Little Rock, Arkansas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
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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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- 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.
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5 Frequently Asked Questions About Search Engine Marketing Agencies
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.
About The Author and Expert Reviewer
Natasa Glikman is an experienced editor and content writer with over 10 years of experience in writing, editing, and translating articles across various topics, with a strong focus on marketing and advertising. At DesignRush, Natasa currently works as an editor, where she refines and enhances B2B content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency across agency profiles and industry reports.
Mariana Delgado is the Head of Marketing at DesignRush, with more than ten years of experience across digital marketing, sales management, search, and video advertising. Since joining DesignRush, she has delivered 3× site-traffic growth and 2× growth in monthly revenue by building scalable, performance-led programs that connect acquisition, content, and brand across channels. Her campaigns have achieved a 5:1 ROAS.



















































