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AMW Group is a marketing and entertainment group in West Hollywood, offering PR, branding, and event management services to artists and businesses...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- West Hollywood, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1/hr
Baked Moon Studios is a creative technology partner helping brands turn ideas into meaningful experiences and business outcomes. We collaborate closely with brands and enterprises to understand their goals, solve creative and communication challenges, and build content-led solutions that evolve with them, We...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $9/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
The Magnet Group is a leading event management and planning company in Malaysia, serving clients worldwide with over 20 years of experience...
Top Services:
- Event Marketing
- Location
- Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Born To Banger is where events stop being ordinary and start becoming experiences. BTB brings together entertainment, creativity, and on-ground execution to design celebrations people genuinely remember...
Top Services:
- Event Marketing
- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Our goal is to help brands connect with people in a way that feels honest, modern, and unforgettable...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Piliyandala, Sri Lanka
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
From brand storytelling to campaign execution witness the creative journey that transforms ideas into compelling social narratives. We elevate luxury brands through strategic social media excellence and premium digital experiences...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Design Services
- Digital Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
CIRCLE Creative Buro is a full-cycle creative and advertising agency based in Almaty, built on collaboration, creativity, and a shared drive to turn ideas into impactful solutions. What began as a small group of individuals coming together with diverse skills has evolved into a unified team that blends...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Direct Marketing
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- Location
- Almaty, Kazakhstan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Nod Marketing is an AI-driven digital agency from Västervik and Stockholm, Sweden. We craft the first impression a company makes brand identity, websites, film and marketing for businesses that know the details decide. Our work pairs editorial design and cinematic motion with conversion-focused strategy...
Top Services:
- AEO
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Västervik, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- 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...
Top Services:
- 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
Babette Agency stands as a global powerhouse, seamlessly blending the essential elements of advertising to craft a new communication paradigm. Our multidimensional approach encompasses social media, content creation, media strategy, development, design, influencer engagement, growth hacking, and creativity...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $24/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Tazriel is a global outsourcing partner providing affordable remote service expertise for Software Development, Microsoft Power Platform automation, Mendix app Builds, Cvent event technology support, IT Administration and AI Training. With 24/7 support and cost savings of upto 70%, we help businesses...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Springfield, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $29/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At GoInspo, we believe in the power of strategy and inspiration to engage and bring audiences together. Our mission is to provide our clients with the experiential marketing they need to produce events to positively stimulate and influence consumers, partners, and team members alike. We staff events, film...
Top Services:
- Event Marketing
- Location
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Welcome to Bohemian Maverick, where creativity knows no limits. We are an innovative and dynamic creative agency that thrives on challenging the status quo. Our mission is to break free from conventional norms and ignite the extraordinary, empowering brands to make a lasting impact in the ever-evolving...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Print Design
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
DAAA Games Group is a software engineering studio headquartered in Belgrade, Serbia, specializing in custom software, digital products, MVP development, and automation. The studio combines product strategy, custom software development, MVP prototyping and validation, documentation and launch strategy, and AI...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- IT Services
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- Location
- Belgrade, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $33/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Are you looking to create an exceptional experience for your customers? Look no further than Flow & Grow! Our expert team is here to help take care of all your digital marketing needs, from social media management and ad campaigns right through digital strategy...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Chalandri, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
DelloFlix, LLC is a marketing, advertising, media, and entertainment agency offering expert services in branding, digital marketing, social media management, web design, video production, and advertising. We deliver innovative, results-driven solutions for businesses and high-profile clients...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Affiliate Marketing
- Business Consulting
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Laurel, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Based in baltic states we’re unconvetional advertising agency dedicated to finding new creative ways to engage the customer and create the relationship between the customer and the brand...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Vilnius, Lithuania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
A Riyadh-based strategic communications agency and execution partner delivering PR, crisis communications, exhibition booth design, content production, and digital marketing for government entities, the banking sector, and national brands...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Digital Strategy
- Reputation Management
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
EProfileTech helps businesses improve growth through AI-powered marketing, lead generation, data intelligence, and digital automation solutions. We focus on helping brands improve customer targeting, workflow efficiency, sales engagement, and online visibility using modern business technologies and...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $46/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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...
Top Services:
- 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
We are smaill studio in Barcelona who loves stationery. We are speacialized on creating our designs from watercolor, handmade caligraphy and working with local providers who work handmade...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Zeal Integrated, leading event planners in Bangalore, deliver flawless corporate galas, exhibitions, virtual events, family days, and personalized gifting solutions...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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...
Top Services:
- 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
Turning marketing into measurable revenue growth, thats what we do. Finfrock Marketing, I bring over 18 years of experience crafting high-impact campaigns for businesses ranging from startups to $5B giants, as well as nonprofits.We specialize in creating multi-channel AEO/GEO marketing strategies that...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Pismo Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Koolbrand is a branding, packaging, web design and growth marketing agency based in Vigo, Spain. We help companies build stronger brands, better websites and scalable marketing systems focused on visibility, conversion and business growth...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- Logo Design
- Market Research
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- Location
- Vigo, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
End-to-end exhibition stand design and build services, created to help growing brands stand out with confidence...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Event Marketing
- Reputation Management
- Product Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Amstelveen, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
ANTRABIT designs the systems behind impactful events; before stages, audiences, or visibility. We work with NGOs and institutions to go beyond logistics, creating purposeful events built on strategy, ethics, and long-term value...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Event Marketing
- Location
- Beirut, Lebanon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
AI Gambling Marketing provides SEO, AEO, GEO and AI visibility services for casinos, sportsbooks, affiliates and iGaming brands worldwide...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- AEO
- Advertising
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Idiosync Films is a Dublin video production and broadcast AV company led by an engineer with over a decade of experience on events as large as the Paris 2024 Olympics. We film, edit and livestream for universities, cultural institutions, schools, medical colleges and government bodies, delivering event...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Dublin, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Digital Experience Agency that works alongside bold brands to design and build digital experiences that look spectacular, launch fast and work flawlessly...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
B2B branding is becoming increasingly important in the global economy. Our agency specializes in B2B marketing. We work globally for domestic and foreign clients...
Top Services:
- 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
Self-employed marketing consultant covering local search, search engine optimisation, copywriting, PR & communications, web development, email & social media marketing and engagement. I ensure businesses and organisations appear in the search results of Google and convey their message(s) effectively and...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Keighley, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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...
Top Services:
- 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
Full-service creative agency in Bucharest, working with clients across Europe and the US since 2014. One senior team takes brand, web, video and campaigns from strategy to launch, on a fixed fee agreed after discovery. Our two founders read every brief. If we sign it, we own it...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Show more
- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Go Discover Portugal specializes in crafting bespoke corporate events, offsite retreats, and meetings that combine creativity, digital innovation, and authentic Portuguese culture. Their tailor-made team-building experiences use cutting-edge technology and immersive storytelling to engage and inspire global...
Top Services:
- Event Marketing
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Praia do Ribatejo, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects 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...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Public Relations
- Reputation Management
- Show more
- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Prolite, Indias most preferred team building companies, is your trusted partner in crafting meaningful connections. With a track record of excellence, Prolite specializes in enhancing corporate engagement experiences...
Top Services:
- HR Outsourcing
- Event Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Advertising
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Elliptic Marketing is a software development agency focused on marketing. They specialize in marketing of high-end goods, as well as custom digital marketing projects. Their most popular services are email marketing, web development, and social media marketing...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A full-service global marketing agency offering the expertise of over 40 specialists for the cost of a single marketing director...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We prove ourselves with developing long-term partnerships with small businesses, large corporations, and people we believe in...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Advertising
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Rapid City, South Dakota
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Experienced Estonian PR company with motivated staff - partners daily at work. We work quickly and do not hold log meetings. Ready to work after hours if necessary...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Social Media Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Domain2Website, based in Hyderabad, delivers complete digital solutions including Magento, WordPress, Shopify, and WooCommerce development. From SEO and social media marketing to Google Ads, graphics, and mobile apps, we help businesses grow online with secure, scalable, and conversion focused platforms...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Event Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Show more
- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Breakthrough Productions is an award-winning experiential fabrication studio specializing in trade show booths, pop-ups, and immersive brand activations. With 19+ years of experience, we bring bold ideas to life from custom casework to branded environments handling everything in-house...
Top Services:
- Event Marketing
- Location
- Mooresville, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
AURA 919 is Dubai's leading exhibition stand builder. Founded in 2009, we design and build custom exhibition stands for government entities and global brands across UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar. 200+ projects delivered at GITEX, Arab Health, Gulfood, Big 5 and ADIPEC. Clients include Dubai Islamic Bank...
Top Services:
- Event Marketing
- Reputation Management
- Advertising
- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Pressiqa serves as the pivotal link between your brand and top-tier publications, effectively showcasing your unique story to a wider audience. With our expertise in media relations, we ensure your narrative receives the recognition it deserves, maximizing exposure and engagement...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Reputation Management
- Event Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
UFOMAMMOOT is a cutting-edge, independent digital creative studio headquartered in Berlin. Since 2011, we've been crafting groundbreaking and imaginative concepts that elevate brands to new heights.We feel it’s our duty to unite the best of both worlds: combining creative concepts with our technological...
Top Services:
- VR/AR
- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
We are a P.R. and marketing agency with clients mainly in the tourism, gastronomy, wine and luxury industry. Our CEO Anaïs de Melo, is a very well known travel and food writer in Mexico with lots of awards from all over the world as a P.R. executive and as a journalist. She was the director of an...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Event Marketing
- Branding
- Location
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Posted Consulting offers marketing services including social media, public relations, event planning, advertising, and more in Spokane, WA. We support small businesses, start-ups, mid-sized businesses, and large enterprises throughout Spokane, Coeur d'Alene, and the Pacific Northwest...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Public Relations
- Content Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Advertising
- Show more
- Location
- Spokane, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bespoke Experiential Marketing agency based in Mexico. In Taste we are architects of extraordinary experiences. We believe that every interaction is an opportunity to make a connection, and we specialize in transforming those opportunities into unforgettable experiences...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Public Relations
- Event Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Show more
- Location
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
The Harmony Events is a full-service design and production house dedicated to creating impactful and memorable event experiences. From concept development to final execution, the company delivers integrated solutions that bring ideas to life with precision, creativity, and attention to detail. Their approach...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Event Marketing
- Advertising
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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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.
How legitimate is the content in the FAQs?
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.
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