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A marriage of heart and mind. A deep understanding of human nature. An ability to understand and share the feelings of others, immersing ourselves in their emotions, perspectives and situations. These are the cornerstones of our creative approach.Through storytelling in our brand communication, we...
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- Graphic Design
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- Print Design
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- Location
- Dorking, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SAMBUCO5 has the answer to all your digital marketing needs. Based in Milan but overlooking the world, we help you reach the widest, but above all the best sphere of customers...
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- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Milan, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are an agency excelling in digital public relations, extensive content marketing, and lead generation. We create meaningful conversations with key stakeholders across APAC that lead to more users, more partners, and more investors. Let us help you hit the higher notes in marketing...
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- Public Relations
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Video Production
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We're an independent multidisciplinary studio with an experienced Creative Director at the helm. Our focus on franchising means we understand the unique challenges of scaling brand consistency while protecting the profitability of your franchises...
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- Design Services
- Business Consulting
- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
At Alpha Agency, we view the world through the lens of consumers to gain valuable insights. These insights are then translated into actionable strategies that enable successful partnerships with our clients...
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- Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- Social Media Marketing
- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Advertary originated from a visiona vision to reimagine communication from a new vantage point. Our journey commenced in 2022, marking the genesis of our endeavor. Although we are in our initial phases, our primary objective is to assist individuals, organizations, and enterprises in shaping their digital...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Public Relations
- Design Services
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Thessaloniki, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
LatAm Intersect PR is a communication agency, with multinational identity and a senior team operating across Latin America...
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- Public Relations
- Reputation Management
- Digital Strategy
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
RevSoc Digital is a rapidly expanding Digital Marketing Agency based in Hyderabad, India, distinguished by its cutting-edge approach. Our dedication revolves around achieving technical and creative excellence, ensuring transparency, prompt service delivery, efficiency, and delivering optimal results...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- CRO
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Base2Brand, the convergence point of creativity and technology! Our specialization lies in mastering Shopify, bespoke web development, and creating captivating UI/UX designs. We excel at transforming ideas into digital art, meticulously crafting unique online experiences that seamlessly connect and convert...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
At LIVE IT Productions International, our aim is to surpass expectations by transforming aspirations into tangible realities. As a leading global event production and design company, we are dedicated to crafting remarkable experiences that resonate and endure in memory...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Event Marketing
- Location
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Compás is a corporate communication and public relations agency that directs its services to companies and organizations with a leadership vocation, based in the Region of Murcia and the Valencian Community...
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- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Murcia, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
A Closer Look Events operates as an autonomous boutique event production agency, dedicated to the art of uniting individuals. Our meticulous approach values every intricate detail, reflecting our commitment to scrutinizing each aspect with precision and care. It's this dedication that defines our ethos giving...
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- Creative Services
- Event Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
Dera Lee Productions is an award winning event production and design agency that brings brand campaigns to life through an in depth understanding of the event industry, theater arts, and marketing trends. With a background in the theater arts, we believe events are all about story-telling. Our promise is that...
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- Creative Services
- Event Marketing
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Online presence is essential to sell your services or products. Without a well-functioning, trendy website, without measuring your data or doing active social marketing, your high-quality offerings might be hidden from the target audience. We can help you to have a professional appearance on every popular...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Debrecen, Hungary
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We propose the most effective communication solutions in the private, state and public sectors. We create content, popularise and form reputation...
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- Reputation Management
- Public Relations
- Social Media Marketing
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Summit Designs Group, backed by over 15 years of industry expertise, is committed to elevating your business to new heights. Whether you're a startup, small business, or a large-scale organization, our core processes remain consistent, ensuring a dedicated approach tailored to the unique needs of each client...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Arlington Heights, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
South West Vision holds the conviction that groundbreaking marketing transcends mere advertising; it embodies the art of creative disruption and strategic thinking. We are dedicated to fostering innovative approaches that strategically elevate brands and businesses in the market landscape...
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- Event Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Digital Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Essen, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Shh! PR Limited is a creative communications agency that combines strategic communications with insight and analysis to create impactful campaigns...
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- Public Relations
- Content Marketing
- Reputation Management
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Grantham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
SMQ Consulting offers data-driven services to help businesses expand and optimize their online presence. We're experts at digital analytics, SEO, digital advertising, and conversion optimization, and we bring creativity, passion, and excellence to every project we take on. We're especially passionate about...
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- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- eCommerce
- Event Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Leland, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
B2B branding is becoming increasingly important in the global economy. Our agency specializes in B2B marketing. We work globally for domestic and foreign clients...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Event Marketing
- Video Production
- VR/AR
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- Location
- Ljubljana, Slovenia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Infinity Rayz is a leading Digital Marketing agecy based in Nairobi, Kenya. They specialise in Search Engine Optimization, Brand Influening, Social Media Marketing, Paid Advertising, Billboards and Outdoor Advertising, Business Corporate Branding, Lead Generation Services, Email Marketing, Radio and T.V...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Advertising
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- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
B2B InDemand primarily collaborates with Media Agencies, Publishers, and Marketing companies, specializing in the implementation of lead generation programs through the strategic application of marketing automation and digital marketing. Our tailored services are designed to empower businesses in these...
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- Email Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Affiliate Marketing
- Advertising
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Floats is a full-stack XR lab, combining brilliant storytelling and emerging technology to create compelling experiences across Augmented reality (AR), Virtual reality and custom experiences, powered by immersive tech...
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- Product Design
- Digital Strategy
- Wearables
- IoT
- AI Development
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- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
With over 20 years of experience, we integrate multi-disciplinary know-how and a network of global suppliers, enabling us to offer valuable, cost-effective advice and solutions in advertising and marketing...
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- Logo Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Public Relations
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Vision Factory is a dynamic Barcelona-based company specializing in Digital Marketing, Graphic Design, Event promotion and financial analysis.Our goal is to provide efficient business solutions, contributing to your success. Discover how our Barcelona marketing agency can boost your brand...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Affiliate Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We pride ourselves on delivering compelling digital marketing solutions. Our experience help many of our clients interact and engage with their customers in the best possible way. We are not only digital marketing experts, we are business developers using modern technologies to expand your business...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- WordPress Website Design
- PPC
- Advertising
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- Location
- Vratsa, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 34 Projects Listed
Based out of the Lower Mainland, SLAP Marketing and Communications is a full service marketing and public relations firm specializing in tourism, farm-to-plate, and lifestyle...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Public Relations
- Event Marketing
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Abbotsford, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Consumer and trade promotions. Loyalty and incentive programs (consumers, sales force, distribution). Low-budget tv, social media, and radio commercials production...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Advertising
- Event Marketing
- Direct Marketing
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Planet Solutions specializes in crafting comprehensive Strategic Marketing Plans encompassing both digital and non-digital channels, strategically designed to drive sales for your business. Our emphasis lies in developing plans that prioritize essential processes, precise measurements, and deploying marketing...
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- Advertising
- Direct Marketing
- Business Consulting
- Digital Services
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Bogota, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are the right place to increase your sales, contact face-to-face new customers from Mexico and Latin America, meet potential buyers from AAA brands, advertisers, agencies, marketers and publishers, strengthen business relationships, generate strategic alliances, launch products and innovations, position...
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- Advertising
- Branding
- Content Marketing
- Direct Marketing
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Clab is a creative agency focused on healthcare and pharmaceuticals. Our specialized team delivers all the creativity and scientific support to effectively translate the science behind your products into unforgettable omini-channel campaigns...
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- Digital Strategy
- Design Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Cajicá, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Macwell Creative builds long term brand and immediate product success. We turn complex subjects such as science and technology into understandable and compelling storytelling...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Helsinki, Finland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
POSE is more than just a photobooth company, we are a creative agency that designs photobooths made-to-order. We can handle anything you can think of, mild to wild. From flattering black and white "kardashian" booths, to immersive brand video experiences, we've done it all and are totally psyched to be the...
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- Video Production
- Social Media Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At SEO Inventiv, we elevate your online presence through our expertly managed SEO services. Trust our professionals to optimize your site comprehensively, delivering top-notch organic results that drive success from start to finish...
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- SEO
- Content Marketing
- eCommerce
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Services4Amazon is a comprehensive Amazon consulting agency and Amazon Certified Partner, offering a wide range of solutions tailored to meet all Amazon-related needs under one roof. With our expertise and certification, we deliver comprehensive services to ensure our clients' success in navigating the...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Plainview, New York
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Denave is a B2B sales enablement organization based in Malaysia that offers a complete range of demand generation and lead generation solutions. Denave offers services including Business process outsourcing, digital marketing and B2B data services...
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- Digital Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Call Centers
- Customer Support
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Ciente.io is a Dubai-based B2B demand generation and Advertising agency in Dubai that helps technology companies, SaaS providers, and enterprise brands accelerate revenue growth through high-quality lead acquisition and performance-driven marketing strategies...
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- Branding
- Media Buying
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed

CAPSBOLD
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.At CAPSBOLD, we combine strategic thinking with creative expertise to help brands increase visibility, engage audiences, and deliver measurable results. From building brand identities to executing large-scale campaigns and immersive brand experiences, we provide end-to-end creative marketing solutio...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Limassol, Cyprus
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Nexa Events is a premier event planning and production agency headquartered in Beverly Hills, California. The agency transforms visions into extraordinary experiences through a seamless blend of creativity, technology, and personalized service. From weddings to corporate events, its team delivers meticulously...
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- Event Marketing
- Location
- Beverly Hills, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
TechMatter is an IT services company with extensive expertise in digital marketing across the UAE. We focus on innovation and efficiency to deliver customized technology and marketing solutions, driving growth, enhancing productivity, and supporting businesses. With TechMatter, organizations can confidently...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A top creative marketing and advertising agency that uses merge creativity with data driven insight to maximize client Engagement. Our focus is on integrated marketing approach the ensures your brand is seen, heard and remembered. Get in touch today and let's create something extraordinary together...
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- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Ikeja, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $2000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Based in the U.S., we bring 45+ years of combined expertise in B2B marketing, seamlessly blending in-house and agency experience to drive measurable business growth. We specialize in sales and business development, digital marketing, creative services, fractional CMO support, and full stack development...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- SEO
- Event Marketing
- Customer Support
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- Location
- South Huntington, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
An experienced event agency focused on delivering world-class events, including event logistics, and creative solutions...
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- Event Marketing
- Branding
- Public Relations
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Rev-Empire is a US-based B2B outbound agency that helps startups, SMEs, and enterprise sales teams build predictable pipeline through lead generation, appointment setting, and outsourced SDR. We run multi-channel outreach across email, LinkedIn, cold calling as one integrated system...
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- Email Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Glaze Digital is a full-service Shopify agency and Shopify Plus Partner that helps e-commerce brands build, optimize, and scale high-performing online stores. Since 2014, the agency has created more than 250 Shopify stores and supports businesses generating over £20 million in monthly revenue across a wide...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- CRO
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Belfast, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
After Comma is a PR and communications agency for tech, AI, and SaaS companies across the US, UK, and EU...
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- Public Relations
- Branding
- Reputation Management
- Event Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Jersey City, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Incrity is one of the top digital marketing agencies in Armenia, offering SMM, SEO, PPC, content marketing (SMM), and other services. We have specialized in this field for over 15 years, which allows us to develop custom strategies that will be the most effective for your business...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Yerevan, Armenia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
The Big Mouth PR is a loud-by-design brand & PR studio for the founders, executives and brands who refuse to be the best-kept secret...
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- Digital Services
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Reputation Management
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Bloomington, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Backlink Garden was built with a simple mission: to help businesses earn high-quality backlinks through ethical, transparent, and results-focused strategies. Our team believes that lasting SEO success comes from relevance, trust, and genuine relationshipsnot shortcuts...
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- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Advertising
- Direct Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- McCreary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
ET Expo is a full-service exhibit house building custom trade show booths that stop people mid-stride. From 3D design and fabrication to graphics, installation, dismantle, and storage - from 10x10 inlines to double-deck islands, buy or rent - one partner from sketch to show floor, serving exhibitors...
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- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
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Event Marketing Agency FAQs
What is an event marketing agency?
An event marketing agency is a specialized agency that plans, organizes, and manages events as a strategic marketing and communication channel for brands and organizations. Simply put, an event company promotes a brand, product, or service before, during, and after an event.
Their expertise extends to exhibitions, conferences, trade shows, exhibitions, seminars, pop-up shops, workshops, product demonstrations, launch parties, celebrations, charities, fundraisers, seminars, webinars, festivals, concerts, and customer VIP events.
How do event marketing companies help businesses plan and promote events?
Event marketing companies organize virtual, in-person, and hybrid events wherein businesses can host, co-host, sponsor, speaker, or be a participant in the happening. Their work consists of making sure each event reflects the client's brand and offers memorable experiences for attendees.
They work closely with partners and sponsors to boost event visibility. After the event, they keep attendees engaged, handle crises, and plan for unexpected situations to ensure a successful outcome.
Which industries benefit most from professional event marketing?
Professional event marketing is particularly beneficial for industries with complex products or services, long sales cycles, and a need for direct customer engagement and relationship building. Tech and B2B sectors, for instance, use events like conferences and trade shows to demonstrate intricate solutions, capture qualified leads, and establish thought leadership.
Similarly, luxury goods and high-end service industries use exclusive events to increase brand reach, create immersive experiences, foster a sense of community, and nurture high-value client relationships.
What are the top-rated event marketing agencies on DesignRush in 2025?
The top-rated event marketing agencies on DesignRush in 2025 are:
What core and specialized services do event marketing companies offer?
Event marketing companies offer the following core and specialized services:
- Event strategy development
- Creative design and branding
- Event planning and execution
- Marketing and promotion
- Remarketing
- Social media marketing
- Email marketing
- Paid advertising
- Traditional marketing
- Public relations (PR)
- Sponsor acquisition and management
- Content production
- Attendee engagement
- Crisis management
How much do event marketing services cost in 2025?
The cost of event marketing services in 2025 can range between $10,000 to $50,000, depending on the type, scale, and location of the event, as well as the agency's expertise. For large-scale productions, the agency fees can exceed $200,000, while hourly rates typically go from $100 to $150, though some boutique firms may charge more. These price ranges often fluctuate, influenced by industry benchmarks, with high-growth sectors allocating a larger percentage of revenue to these initiatives.
How quickly can an event marketing agency deliver measurable results?
Metrics like registrations, website traffic, and social media engagement, results can be determined relatively quickly, often within a few weeks of the campaign launch. However, for more intricate objectives like sales-qualified leads and ROI, it usually takes longer to see results.
A full event marketing campaign operates in a cycle: pre-event promotion to drive attendance, during-event engagement, and post-event follow-up to convert leads. The most critical period for lead conversion is often the first 48 hours after the event, but it can extend longer for these leads to fully progress through the pipeline and for the agency to demonstrate a positive return on investment.
What should you look for when hiring an event marketing partner?
When hiring an event marketing partner, look for an agency who can turn your ideas into experiences that are attractive and engage the right audience. Inquire about their tactics to boost attendance or engagement and ask for examples of campaigns within your niche.
Additionally, check what tools and vendor networks they rely on and pay attention to how they communicate and manage projects. A good partner should keep you in the loop and adapt on the fly when unexpected hiccups arise.
What red flags indicate that an event marketing agency may not be the right fit?
Watch out for agencies with vague portfolios or case studies that claim “memorable experiences” without showing tangible results like attendance growth, leads, or ROI. Lack of experience in your specific event type can also lead to misaligned strategies and poor execution.
Other major red flags include overpromising outcomes, weak digital integration, or minimal focus on audience engagement, all of which suggest outdated or superficial approaches. Finally, be wary of agencies with limited vendor networks and reliance on generic metrics instead of actionable data.
What key questions should you ask before signing an event marketing contract?
Before signing an event marketing contract, you should ask the following key questions to ensure the candidate is a good fit for your project:
- What types of events do you organize?
- How many events do you market a year? How do you manage your event calendar?
- Can you share your portfolio with us?
- Do you have experience with our niche?
- What tasks do you outsource? How do you monitor external vendors?
- Can you walk me through your crisis management plan?
- How early should I start promoting my event?
- Who will be part of my team, and who will be the main contact person throughout the entire campaign, not just during the event?
- How will you coordinate with my event manager and internal team?
- What is your payment structure?
How does event marketing differ from traditional advertising or PR campaigns?
Event marketing differs from traditional advertising and PR by shifting the focus from one-way communication to two-way, immersive engagement. The core distinction is the emphasis on experiential connection over passive consumption i.e., turning the audience from passive recipients into active participants.
Unlike advertising, which uses paid media to broadcast a controlled message to a mass audience, event marketing creates a physical or digital space for direct, hands-on interaction with the brand. On the other hand, PR seeks to manage reputation through earned media and third-party validation, while event marketing offers a controlled environment to build emotional connections, gather first-party data, and directly influence the sales pipeline.
Which tools, platforms, and vendor networks do top event marketing agencies use?
Top event marketing agencies use an ecosystem of specialized platforms to manage the entire event lifecycle. Core tools include all-in-one event management software like Cvent and Bizzabo, which centralize registration, marketing, and on-site logistics, with strong focus on data integration with CRM and marketing automation platforms such as Salesforce and HubSpot.
They also use specialized vendor networks and marketplaces for sourcing venues and other services, and often employ engagement-focused platforms like Whova for mobile event apps and networking, alongside advanced analytics tools to provide clients with granular data on attendee behavior and ROI.
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Our goal is to provide accurate and useful information to both businesses and agencies, which is why we partnered with Mike Melen, co-founder of digital marketing agency SmartSites. He answered common questions about launching successful events and what to look for in an agency partner.
As a young entrepreneur, Mike Melen sold his first company at 19 years old. He has since led SmartSites, which has garnered eight Inc. 5000 recognitions and more than 1,000 5-star reviews. Melen’s work in the marketing field has also received honorable mentions from Forbes, AdWeek, and Inc. Magazine.



















































