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Orange 142 is a nationwide digital media agency that provides marketing services, digital media buying, and web development to brands and agencies...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
agenticplug.ai is an Agentic Commerce Optimization company. We make businesses discoverable, recommendable, and transactable by AI shopping agents...
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- Branding
- SEO
- Digital Strategy
- AI Development
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
You spend time imagining how you can more effectively use online technology to improve your business! Hello, I am Mary Putnam and I spend my time commanding digital technology to accomplish your goals with dynamic websites, cloud based applications, and digital strategy...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hooman is a digital studio that blends bold ideas with beautiful, human-first design. We specialize in websites, apps, and brand experiences that feel simple, smart, and just right. Whether you're building from scratch or leveling up, we turn complex ideas into intuitive products people actually enjoy using...
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- Mobile App Development
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We understand your IT needs and deliver tailored solutions for a lasting impact...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- SEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $67/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
OBCIDO Inc. is a global consulting and digital services firm founded in New York in 2021. We help businesses redefine their digital identity and accelerate growth through strategic consulting, AI solutions, GEO, high-performance websites, and results-driven digital marketing...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Digital Marketing to Grow Your BusinessWe are a team of highly skilled online marketing professionals specializing in SEO and Digital Marketing strategies. Our expertise lies in effectively optimizing websites to secure prominent positions on the front pages of Google search results...
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- WordPress Website Design
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Belchertown, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We help small and medium-sized businesses achieve top-line sales growth and capture more qualified leads by providing customized digital marketing strategies, tactics, and tools. Our digital solutions are tailored to meet your unique needs and drive results...
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- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- AI Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Downstreet Digital is a full-service digital, boutique agency with extensive experience in the political & business sectors. We know how to deliver the results you need and have the track record to back it up. We specialize in website design, ad creation and targeting, digital campaign strategy, and social...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Albany, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Usman Group is a boutique agency specializing in digital strategy, market research, and web design. We empower organizations with strategic guidance, leveraging the power of design thinking to craft tangible goals...
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- Web Design
- Market Research
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We help businesses grow through a connected marketing approach built on strategy, creative, and performance. Headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada and serving clients across North America, Social Know How® has spent over a decade helping ambitious brands cut through the noise with marketing that is...
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- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $395/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We founded Create Neptune in 2015, but it was really born back when our founders were two video-game-loving kids who grew up on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn, NY. Since founding Create Neptune we have built edutainment games for some of the largest educational institutions in the world, digital pharmaceuticals...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- VR/AR
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- White Plains, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We foster business growth through strategy, creativity, and technology...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Marketing
- Video Production
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Batavia, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
We believe thoughtfully designed customer experiences informed by well-defined brands create moments worth remembering and sharing and those extraordinary moments get, keep and grow more brand lovers for our clients. And as your marketing partner, we'll keep you informed on how those marketing dollars are...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Video Production
- Advertising
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Chandler, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $170/hr
Located at the heart of one of the most innovative technology hubs in the world - Boston. Working across strategy, creativity, and a meticulous engineering process, we pride ourselves on bringing clients quantifiable, high-impact marketing results...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Newton, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
DeltaV Digital combines SEO, PPC, and web development into unified marketing strategies that deliver measurable results and maximum ROI. Every channel informs the others so nothing operates in a silo. Senior-led, US-based team with no handoffs and no black-box reporting. Real depth, real results...
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- PPC
- SEO
- CRO
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Fort Collins, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Established in 2013, 321 Web Marketing emerged with a mission to redefine the norms within the digital marketing industry. Jonathan Gessert, the visionary founder, recognized the untapped potential in revolutionizing digital marketing strategies through a technical lens, challenging conventional practices and...
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- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Reputation Management
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Reston, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A Full-Service Agency Built on Experience: At Blume, its not just about custom websites, PPC and SEO; its about solving real challenges for your business with strategies that work and results you can see...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- New Orleans, Louisiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Founded in 2008, Rehab Creative is a Denver-based web strategy, design, and development agency with nearly 20 years in business and 50+ years of combined team experience. We specialize in Drupal, WordPress, modern CMS platforms, AI solutions, and improving organizations' web presence...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Strategy
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Englewood, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
CDJ & Associates is a boutique business management firm specializing in crisis, reputation, PR & strategic management. Our ideal clients range from CEO's and entrepreneurs to political and public figures. Our team consists of experts in numerous areas of business management, reputation building, political...
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- Reputation Management
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Southfield, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Ghost is a strategy-first creative agency. We work to make brands impossible to ignore. Branding, marketing, web, and video are the ways we help people tell their story. It's about revealing who you are, who you're for, and why your audience should care...
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- Branding
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Blink Advertising is a full-service marketing and communications agency specializing in integrated B2B and B2C solutions that help businesses strengthen their brands, engage audiences, and achieve measurable growth. For more than a decade, the agency has combined strategic thinking, creative execution, and...
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- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Media Buying
- PPC
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- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Qwaiting is a cloud-based Queue Management System that helps businesses reduce wait times, manage appointments, streamline customer flow, and improve service experience through virtual queuing, SMS notifications, and real-time analytics...
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- Digital Strategy
- Software Development
- AI Development
- CRM Consulting
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Big Spring, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Craft Creative is a nationally renowned premium video production company headquartered in Charleston, SC that provides tailored creative solutions to partners across the United States...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Video Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Matter Consulting is the home of Steven Morris’ brand, culture, and business advisory work. Steven has been a trusted advisor to more than 3,000 business leaders at more than 250 global, national, and regional brands since 1994...
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- Branding
- Reputation Management
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
NEWaukee is a Milwaukee-based experiential agency specializing in event production and brand activations. We work with organizations looking for innovative ways to engage their customers...
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- Event Marketing
- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
CrecenTech is a US-based one-stop creative company to cater to your marketing, software, support, and staffing solutions requirements...
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- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
- CRM Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
- IT Services
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- Location
- Exton, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Callanta Media specializes in strategic planning, fractional marketing executive services, and paid media management to propel businesses forward. Combining creativity with data-driven insights, the agency delivers impactful results in the ever-evolving digital world. Callanta Media offers expertise and...
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- Media Buying
- Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Sayles Industries is a results driven digital marketing agency specializing in Local SEO, Google Business Profile optimization, WordPress web design, lead generation, and AI powered marketing solutions. We help contractors, home service companies, law firms, and local businesses increase visibility,...
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- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Erie, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Reno Web designer with a proven track record. Stunning web designs and digital marketing services. Voted best web design and SEO expert in Reno Nevada...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Reno, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
X9Design is a Tallahassee-based web design and digital marketing agency delivering enterprise-level websites, branding, SEO, and lead-generation solutions to businesses nationwide. We combine stunning design, blazing-fast performance, and proven strategy to help brands stand out, rank higher, and convert more...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Tallahassee, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We are a full service political marketing agency servicing candidates across the midwest providing web design, video production, email marketing, campaign management, and more for candidates and political entities alike. Unlike agencies who treat your campaign like just another senate or house race, we work...
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- Video Production
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Email Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Merrill, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are a globally recognized digital agency with a dedicated development center situated in Ukraine. Our primary focus is the strategic development of websites designed to meet the distinct needs of businesses. Our international presence and local expertise uniquely position us to deliver exceptional digital...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Nelson Digital is a leading PPC agency helping e-commerce and info-product brands scale to seven and eight figures. Using their data-driven Four Core Metrics Strategy, they maximize ad spend, boost order value, and lower acquisition costs. With experts from Google and Facebook, they craft high-performing...
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- Business Consulting
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Newark, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
55 North Creative House helps Central Illinois organizations turn real people, workplaces and ideas into films that feel credible and cinematic. Based near Springfield, we produce brand films, corporate stories, recruiting videos, testimonials and campaign content with a lean, experienced crew from planning...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Audio Production
- Digital Strategy
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Dawson, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We pride ourselves on being a UX agency that designs, develops, and innovates digital solutions with industry-best practices and good, old-fashioned integrity...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Were here to help clients get closer to their customers. Everything starts with strategy and ends with success. In between, theres collaboration, inspiration, and lots of hard work...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Light Domain Studio brings imagination to life through high-end CG, immersive AR/VR experiences, and digital storytelling. We merge art and technology to craft visuals and worlds that inspire, engage, and endure...
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- VR/AR
- Video Production
- Digital Services
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Target River Marketing is an award-winning, full-service marketing agency with multiple locations including Salt Lake City, Utah. Our agency provides a variety of services that include offline strategies such as television, radio, billboard, and direct mail and online marketing such as paid social media, paid...
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- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We partner with businesses of all industries and sizes to build more organized companies through digital marketing and practical business solutions. We work with business owners create systems that support sustainable expansion, revenue potential, lead generation and digital visibility...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
- AEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
Make smarter campaign decisions with real-time insights...
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- Market Research
- Digital Strategy
- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
StreamAd is a digital advertising agency that helps organizations grow through strategic, data-driven marketing across multiple digital channels. The agency specializes in connecting brands with their audiences through streaming TV, search, social media, display advertising, email marketing, and creative...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Media Buying
- PPC
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- St. Simons Island, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We specialize in modern and experiential online solutions for brands, services, and products. We believe that your customers or clients' journey starts online. We help companies make an impact with the first Google search...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Scottsdale, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Looking for a website that captivates customers? We create standout websites for brands like yours that attract more customers, outperform competitors, and help you bring in top talent...
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- Digital Services
- Reputation Management
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $350/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Alexander Online Media is a results-driven web design and digital marketing agency based in the Atlanta area. We specialize in building custom, high-performance websites and implementing powerful SEO strategies tailored to your unique business goals. Our mission is simple: to redefine your online presence...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Douglasville, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Pushkin PR is a boutique Denver agency specializing in brand strategy, crisis communications, PR and digital strategy for healthcare, professional services and nonprofit clients...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A trauma-informed UX research and design consultancy that works specifically with youth. We'll help you research and design with youth, as well as help with your youth advisory board...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Digital Strategy
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Dragon Army is a digital engagement agency that grows admired brands through web, mobile, AR, VR, content, and games. We've been delivering digital product solutions for the world's biggest brands for over 11 years, across a variety of technology platforms and third-party services...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We are revolutionizing how you access design & technology. Commonwealth Creative is a Virginia-based studio partnering with companies, organizations, and founders to build modern, technology-driven brands without the bloat or bureaucracy. We don't do retainers with asterisks, scopes that balloon, or timelines...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Fredericksburg, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $169/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SC&P Is an independent creative agency built around a simple belief: People do not need more messages. They need more reasons to belong. We create campaigns, communication platforms, and cultural ideas designed to move people...
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- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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Digital Strategy Agency FAQs
What services do digital strategy agencies in the United States provide?
They help organizations plan, prioritize, and optimize digital initiatives that support long-term growth, operational efficiency, and competitive positioning.
Industry research shows that small businesses most frequently invest in the following digital channels:
- Social media: 73%
- Website optimization: 73%
- Email marketing: 57%
- Search engine optimization: 49%
- Video marketing: 34%
- Content marketing: 32%
Other common services include:
- Digital roadmapping and transformation planning
- Channel prioritization and investment alignment
- KPI definition and measurement frameworks
- Customer journey mapping and experience optimization
- Marketing technology and data strategy advisory
Approximately 58% of small businesses actively use digital marketing, and nearly all plan to increase investment. Social media continues to receive the largest share of digital budgets, with 63% allocating the majority of spend to social platforms.
How much do these types of agencies typically charge in the United States?
Pricing reflects senior consulting involvement and strategic scope rather than production volume.
Based on current market benchmarks:
- Mid-market strategy consultants typically charge $150–$250 per hour.
- Senior or enterprise consultants often charge $250–$400+ per hour, especially in New York, San Francisco, Boston, and Chicago.
Common project-based pricing:
- Strategy audits or focused roadmaps range from $25,000–$60,000.
- Full digital strategy or transformation planning ranges from $60,000–$150,000+.
- Ongoing advisory retainers typically range from $10,000–$30,000+ per month.
Deloitte notes that organizations with structured strategic planning reduce wasted technology spend and improve operational efficiency.
What types of companies benefit most from hiring a digital strategy company?
They are most valuable for organizations where digital performance directly affects growth, efficiency, and customer trust, especially in complex or highly competitive environments.
Common client profiles include:
- Startups: Over 70% of customer interactions involve digital touchpoints, making digital strategy critical for market entry, fundraising, and early growth.
- Small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs): Only 19% of small businesses currently work with a digital marketing or strategy agency, despite widespread reliance on digital channels.
- Enterprise organizations: More than 90% of enterprise leaders consider digital transformation essential, driving demand for structured digital strategy and governance.
- Retail and B2B eCommerce companies: Retail and healthcare each account for approximately 17% of digital advertising adoption, while pharmaceuticals represent 11%.
- Healthcare providers:74% of patients report improved experiences through virtual visits, increasing the importance of a digital engagement strategy.
- SaaS and technology companies:98% of consumers consider online reviews essential when making purchase decisions, reinforcing the role of digital trust and advocacy strategy.
- Finance and banking firms: Online search is the starting point for 90% of loan and mortgage consumers, 85% of check-cashing users, 76% of tax preparation clients, and 72% of accounting service buyers.
How long does it take to see results from a digital strategy engagement?
Strategic digital planning impacts performance in phases rather than instantly. Realistic timelines based on industry observations are:
- 3 months to see initial engagement signals such as traffic increases, early awareness, or setup completion.
- 3 to 6 months for measurable improvements once execution aligns with strategy.
- 12 months or more for compounded ROI from broader transformation initiatives, including technology adoption, process integration, and governance.
This type of planning provides early directional insights before full execution results appear. Short-term wins often show in traffic or engagement, while long-term ROI emerges as campaigns compound and strategic adjustments are made over several months.
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