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We are a network of Public Relations agencies that will help you in 80+ countries to tell your story, enter foreign markets, launch your products and services, or just send your business news to the media...
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- Public Relations
- Branding
- Content Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Udjat Agency is an all-in-one marketing and technology agency providing digital marketing, branding, SEO, web and mobile development, e-commerce, software solutions, and business consulting...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Market Research
- Social Media Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Alexandria, Egypt
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 30 Projects Listed
We prove ourselves with developing long-term partnerships with small businesses, large corporations, and people we believe in...
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- 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
VESTART, is a digital marketing and design studio, dedicated to learning about and understanding your business. By building a relationship with each of our clients, we can ensure our marketing strategy is built with the sole focus of solving the problems your business faces...
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- Email Marketing
- SEO
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
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- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Event Marketing, Event Sponsorship and Partnerships, Marketing Campaign Development, Brand Activations...
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- Event Marketing
- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
New-York based PR firm, leveraging traditional PR strategies with new digital tactics, harnessing the power of social media, and working with you to elevate your brand...
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- Creative Services
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- New City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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
We are committed to helping you raise a little digital hell in the marketing world. Rules are made to be broken, and nobody understands the profound importance of that unspoken truth more than HellMedia.Dont postpone success. Optimize your business soul & fire up your rules of engagement starting now...
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- SEO
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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
Solazzo Designs is a San Diego-based web design and digital marketing firm specializing in custom web design and digital marketing for small to medium-sized businesses. We combine strategic thinking with modern design to create websites and marketing campaigns that attract and convert the right audience. Our...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
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...
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- Video Production
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Origin Films is a Toronto-based video production agency. It excels in turning visions into compelling realities through creative video content solutions. As a full-service video production agency, Origin Films handles projects of all sizes with meticulous planning and execution. Its services encompass...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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
- Advertising
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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
Lytup is a Paris-based marketing agency driving brand growth through digital marketing, lead generation, and experiential campaigns. We help B2B and B2C companies attract qualified audiences, convert prospects, and create memorable brand experiences with a 360° approach built for measurable impact...
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- Event Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Call Centers
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ripe Leads runs B2B outreach for companies looking to reach new buyers. We research prospects, verify contacts and manage cold email and LinkedIn campaigns from setup to follow-up. Your team receives interested replies and takes the sales conversation forward. Based in Vilnius, we support outreach across...
Top Services:
- Email Marketing
- Direct Marketing
- Event Marketing
- SEO
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Vilnius, Lithuania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Blue Ox Digital, we craft paid media strategies tailored to the unique needs of every business we work with. Whether you're scaling aggressively with a larger budget, optimizing a lean spend, or prioritizing profitability with flexibility, we adapt to your goals and meet you where you are...
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- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce
- Event Marketing
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Venture Creations is a West Michigan digital advertising and video production agency founded in 2009. We run Google, Meta, YouTube, LinkedIn, TikTok, and Microsoft ad campaigns and produce the live-action, CGI/3D, and photo content behind them, for local businesses, e-commerce brands, chambers and events, and...
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- Digital Marketing
- Video Production
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Hudsonville, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
UPIMPACT is a full-service communication and marketing agency dedicated to helping brands grow with clarity and impact. We combine strategy, content creation, and digital performance to build strong brand identities, engage audiences, and drive measurable results. Rooted in local expertise and global...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Design Services
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- Location
- El Jadida, Morocco
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
For rapidly expanding innovation companies, RED FLARE® specializes in creating new brands and transforming existing ones. By assisting you in adjusting to a market and world that are changing, we add value...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Package Design
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- Location
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
PAN Partners Japan is a Tokyo-based consultancy helping global companies enter and grow in the Japanese market. We act as your local producer managing entity setup, market research, lead generation, business development, and operations through a single point of contact...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
- eCommerce Development
- Event Marketing
- Direct Marketing
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- Location
- Tokyo, Japan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects 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...
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- 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
A full-service advertising, direct marketing, strategic planning, and public relations firm...
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- Advertising
- Event Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Berwyn, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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...
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- 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
We help ambitious companies, founders and investors build visibility, credibility and influence across international markets. From earned media and investor communications to executive personal branding, thought leadership and product launches, we turn complex ideas into stories that matter across the US, UK...
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- Public Relations
- Social Media Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Location
- Budapest, Hungary
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We help our clients reach incredible new heights through an array of services specifically tailored to their best interests. Along with that, we offer extensive training and consultancy to entrepreneurs who desire to become industry leaders...
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- Content Marketing
- Event Marketing
- SEO
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a full-service creative communications and public relations firm. Our mission is to communicate your value to the right audience using authenticity, transparency and integrity. Armed with information and intuition about fresh talent, technology and trends we can meet your objectives and surpass your...
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- Public Relations
- Affiliate Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our journey began with a passion for visual storytelling and a commitment to turning ideas into impactful designs. With a team of dedicated professionals, we've honed our skills to deliver exceptional results for our clients around the world...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- DeLand, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Customer Story specializes in creating compelling customer stories and corporate videos. With over a decade of experience, they offer services like testimonial video production, event video production, video editing, and social media video content and more. Serving a diverse clientele, they excel in...
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- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bridget Hoadley, the human behind Elastic Design, is a creative designer, illustrator and dyslexic thinker working with folk on print design, branding, illustration, and publishing...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Print Design
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- Location
- Fitzroy, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $170/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
An SEO Consultant. Do you want more customers without spending on advertising? If you want to have new contacts and new sales, definitively eliminate the stress of where and when your next customer will arrive, without spending a euro on advertising.. Request a free SEO consultancy now: a FREE SEO action plan...
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- Location
- Pescara, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We develop tailored digital solutions that drive sales, strengthen your brand, and support your business goals. Every project includes 12 months of support, SEO optimization, mobile-friendly design, and enhanced security to ensure long-term performance. With responsive layouts, custom functionalities, and...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Public Relations
- Customer Support
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- Location
- Pruszków, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
As the 1st full-service marketing agency founded by Fortune 500 marketing director with 15+ years of U.S. experience, Douce specializes in Tech, Finance, AI, and E-commerce marketing. We combine enterprise-level strategy with startup agility to help brands grow fast and perform better...
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- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We provide 360º strategues that seamlessly combine traditional PR methods with cutting-edge digital trends, ensuring maximum impact for your brand...
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- Public Relations
- Digital Services
- Event Marketing
- Reputation Management
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Codesigned Collaborative LTD is a live graphic recording agency that specializes in human led live information synthesis for Fortune 500 summits and virtual workshops. Artists translate complex data into real time visual hierarchies to increase audience retention by 65%. Other than live work, artists...
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- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Durango, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Promotional Shop NZ supplies customised promotional products, branded apparel, corporate gifts, and event merchandise to businesses across New Zealand. We focus on quality products, competitive pricing, and personalised customer service, helping brands create memorable marketing solutions for staff, clients...
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- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Event Marketing
- Phone Answering Services
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- Location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Can't Miss US is a marketing and advertising service that specializes in mobile digital billboards mounted on trucks. These trucks travel through targeted locations, helping businesses reach audiences directly on the streets instead of relying on static ads...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Print Design
- Advertising
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Duluth, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
BlockMM (BlockAI) is a Web3 growth and market-making agency that provides AI-powered token launch support, crypto marketing, liquidity management, community growth, and custom blockchain development services. The agency helps blockchain projects scale through data-driven strategies, automated tools, and 24/7...
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- Digital Services
- Reputation Management
- Email Marketing
- Direct Marketing
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
BRAINSTORM Solutions is a web development and digital marketing agency with offices in New York and overseas. Through collaborative innovation, we spark user-friendly solutions for products and services using the latest technology.Let’s create a storm together!...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Yellowjelly is a distinguished consortium of seasoned marketing consultants, dedicated to the singular objective of fostering for our esteemed clientele through the strategic application of creativity. Our raison d'être revolves around the meticulous curation and implementation of innovative strategies that...
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- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
- eCommerce
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We help your brand stand out in a competitive market, creating unique and memorable experiences that build customer loyalty...
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- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Advertising
- Branding
- Package Design
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- Location
- Valinhos, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ozone Media Group is a Nashville-based creative agency that excels in storytelling, video production, and creative strategy. Some of our notable clients include Hasbro, Walmart, CMAs, and Dan Post Boots. We primarily engage with people who are having a problem marketing themselves online through authentic...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
- Content Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Baycoast Media builds customer acquisition systems for local businesses. We do not sell marketing services. We deliver new customers. Every client gets a custom growth system built around one outcome. New customers through the door. Based in Tampa. Never outsourced. 100% done-for-you. Call today...
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- SEO
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Specialists in helping brands connect with their audience in the digital world. With a highly skilled and experienced team, we offer comprehensive digital marketing solutions to drive your business growth and achieve your goals. In short, a dedicated and talented group proud to help brands succeed in the...
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- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Monterrey, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Transforming busy professionals' marketing with automated systems that save 15+ hours weekly while driving measurable growth...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Design Services
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Southfield, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/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
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- Location
- Bogota, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We make your inbound and outbound sales channels work equally well...
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- Digital Marketing
- Customer Support
- Business Consulting
- SEO
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
upaffiliate Digital Marketing GmbH is a professional affiliate marketing agency based in Berlin. Our company is distinguished by providing top-notch global affiliate marketing strategies for corporate clients. Our expertise lies in assisting these clients with the development, enhancement, and optimization of...
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- Affiliate Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
- Media Buying
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Brand Development Group (BDG) possesses over 50+ combined years of experience and prides itself in offering holistic solutions to brands around the world. Our integrated approach saves clients time and money, while BDG executes each campaign with personalized care, as if it was our own...
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- Public Relations
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Covington, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SnapMe Creative is your partner for marketing solutions that captivate and engage your audience, elevate your brand and drive results. As a Google Partner, we offer digital audits of your business as well as data dashboard to track the ROI of your campaigns...
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- Location
- West Monroe, Louisiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Celine Media Group is a boutique digital marketing and creative agency that helps businesses grow through strategy-led marketing, video storytelling, AI-powered solutions, and digital transformation services. The agency combines branding, search optimization, web development, content creation, automation, and...
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- Video Production
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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- $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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