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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
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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
Kraft Communications is a Social Media Management and Web Design company dedicated to taking care of your online presence...
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- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Terrace, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $56/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 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...
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- 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
Dubai-based creative event and experiential agency delivering corporate events, brand activations, conferences, exhibitions, VIP experiences, stage design and digital/AR/VR productions across the UAE and MENA...
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- Event Marketing
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Video Production
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Bordeaux & Burgundy is a premier B2B digital marketing agency, specializing in empowering ambitious companies globally to realize their full potential. With our innovative creative, campaign, and identity solutions, we help businesses stand out in today's competitive landscape. Our mission is to drive success...
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- Content Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Walther Kranz (WK) is the go-to global PR agency for crafting compelling messages that resonate with the target audience. With a team of industry professionals specializing in PR, social media, and digital marketing, WK offers integrated solutions to elevate the brand's presence and yield measurable results...
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- Public Relations
- Event Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
SAC Designs is a Boston based award winning animation and web design studio specializing in video, HTML5 animations and website design and development. SAC Designs develops unique custom designs for marketing agencies, small businesses and large corporations...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Hudson, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Metro Promo Concepts serves as your comprehensive solution for all your marketing requirements. With a diverse range of services, we offer everything from branding and advertising to promotional campaigns and event management. Our team of seasoned professionals is dedicated to delivering tailored strategies...
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- Event Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Muntinlupa, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
The biggest companies in the world choose our team and now you can too. Experience world class service and results you can count on. Our modular pricing makes sure you only pay for the services you need. No matter if you need strategy, design, content creation or to buy media, we can even work white label. We...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
College & Military Marketing Group's creative team can assist you in developing landing pages, display ads, graphics, and videos for social media. We also produce high-quality door hangers, postcards, and posters. Our bespoke publications include white papers, printed guides, eBooks, and custom-bran...
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- Digital Marketing
- Direct Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Bradenton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
Somos una Agencia de Marketing y Comunicación que trabaja activamente junto a sus clientes desde el año 1999.Desde entonces, apoyamos las acciones comerciales y los departamentos de marketing de grandes y medianas empresas, aportando todos los conocimientos, creatividad y dinamismo que la profesión y...
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- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a detail driven advertising agency that strengthens the relationships between great companies and their customers. What makes us successful is our personal approach to your advertising plan. We treat your ad investment as if it was our own. Here youll find our samples and services, but most...
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- Advertising
- Event Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Spokane Valley, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Singapore event photography, videography and live-streaming company, established in 2013. One 10-strong in-house crew covers conferences, exhibitions, gala dinners and government ceremonies, with edited galleries within 48 hours. GeBIZ-registered; rated 4.8★ from 170+ Google reviews...
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- Video Production
- Event Marketing
- Creative Services
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
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
Thinkso is a creative agency built for business, where content and strategy drive design...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
In a sea of sameness, it's the different that stands out. At Intrepid, we deliver impactful design to engage your customers and reflect your values. Our clients trust us with everything from slide decks and branding to website development, infographics, and more...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Reading, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Sponsorize, we specialize in crafting culturally rich experiences that resonate with audiences while delivering a strong return on investment. As a leading creative events and experiential marketing agency, we pride ourselves on our ability to create impactful and memorable experiences that drive results...
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- Creative Services
- Event Marketing
- Audio Production
- Video Production
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Geneva, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Mindset is an integrated marketing and communications agency for tech companies, startups and VC funds scaling worldwide. We help founders and investors shape how they are perceived by the people who matter most, turning communications into a system for building authority, trust and long-term influence. Our...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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
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
This full-service marketing and communications agency, based in the United States, in New Yorks Hudson Valley region, delivers strategic public relations, advertising, and branding solutions that drive measurable results. With a dynamic approach, they help businesses and organizations build powerful...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Event Marketing
- Web Development
- Public Relations
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Goshen, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Southport Marketing is a Camarillo-based experiential marketing agency that creates memorable, high-impact brand activations, live events, sponsorships, and consumer experiences that connect audiences with brands nationwide. Their full-service approach blends strategic creativity with seamless execution to...
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- Advertising
- Event Marketing
- Branding
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
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- Location
- Camarillo, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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Top Services:
- Advertising
- Affiliate Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Location
- California City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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...
Top Services:
- 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
Our aim is to enhance public consciousness and cultivate a lasting, favorable reputation for your brand, essentially crafting a narrative of success. Each PR initiative we undertake is dedicated to promoting kindness, positivity, and tolerance within our community. Central to our approach is fostering...
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- Content Marketing
- Branding
- Event Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Yerevan, Armenia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
MÁS MANOS is a marketing and communications agency in Mexico City. Since 2011, we combine strategy, creative, audiovisual production, events, internal communications, PR, media, technology and talent. Our Lean Engine turns complex briefs into coordinated execution across Mexico and Latin America...
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- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
BeKonstructive Marketing is a Brisbane based marketing communications agency, specialising in social media management, content marketing, SEO, email marketing, and community management. We help brand grow their online visibility through the creation and publication of great content...
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- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Marcas que Enamoran, we specialize in boosting sales by engaging clients, employees, and stakeholders effectively and sustainably. Our approach includes leveraging emotional marketing and crafting brands that resonate through purpose, values, and the quadruple positive impact (social, economic...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Reputation Management
- Branding
- Market Research
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $9999/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
DevaGroup to agencja marketingu internetowego z Krakowa wspierająca marki w SEO i Google Ads od 2005 roku. Należymy do elitarnego grona Google Premier Partner, reprezentując TOP 3 procent najlepszych agencji w Polsce. Zamiast account managerów zapewniamy bezpośredni kontakt ze specjalistą-praktykiem...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
- CRO
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- Location
- Krakow, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
Intentional Marketing is an expert in assisting firms to realize their marketing objectives. Our experienced team has the knowledge, resources, and experience to develop a complete approach that will maximize your reach and influence. Our offerings include of content marketing, digital marketing, SEO, and...
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Public Relations
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Scottsdale, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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...
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- 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
EVERYWOW is a full-service communication and video agency based in Zurich, Switzerland. The agency puts their clients' leaders on camera in a way audiences believe, across interviews, thought-leadership podcasts, and large-scale livestreams...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Social Media Marketing
- Reputation Management
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Zürich, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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
Immersive Technologies Hub is your premier destination for fulfilling all your marketing and communication requirements. Our comprehensive range of services encompasses the latest immersive technologies, ensuring that your brand stands out in a competitive landscape. With our expertise and dedication to...
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- VR/AR
- Wearables
- Event Marketing
- eCommerce
- Direct Marketing
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $39/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Centripe is an all-in-one CRM and marketing automation platform that helps marketing agencies and businesses run their sales and marketing from one place. You can collect and manage leads, send email and SMS campaigns, build websites and landing pages, and automate everyday tasks. Centripe also uses smart AI...
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- Affiliate Marketing
- Direct Marketing
- Event Marketing
- eCommerce
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Menlo Park, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We are a growth-marketing agency focused on helping SMB's achieve their business goals. Through holistic marketing, we provide a 360 degree approach to your brand/company's growth strategy. This involves Paid, Earned and Owned Media pillars...
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- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Event Marketing
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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
Born from CEO Jeff Crilley's newsroom insights, Real News PR pioneers in molding publicity tailored for law firms. By blending journalistic know-how with legal insight, our Dallas-based team crafts compelling narratives that resonate with the media, elevating law firm brands to unprecedented heights...
Top Services:
- Reputation Management
- Video Production
- Public Relations
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
We're 16 years old, but we're still growing and reinventing ourselves. Thanks to our secret sauce called Reliability & hard work, we have more than 50 prizes or nominations for our clients and their brands. And we have room for more. We're in Top 10 Romanian digital agencies, based on turnover and number of...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- CRM Consulting
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
nez&pez is a founder-led creative branding agency helping B2B, technology, and cybersecurity brands differentiate in crowded markets. We connect brand strategy, positioning, messaging, identity, creative campaigns, websites, event marketing, demand generation, and sales enablement to build ideas people notice...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Advertising
- Web Design
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Talk to an SEO agency, and they'll fix your SEO. A brand agency will fix your branding. But what if you don't know the problem? That's where we come in. We're the fresh pair of eyes who won't stop asking "why?" until we find the root cause...
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- Business Consulting
- Market Research
- CRM Consulting
- AI Development
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We're website heroes dedicated to helping businesses with digital marketing. 4.9-star average, 50+ reviews. Woman-owned...
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- Web Development
- Branding
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- St. Cloud, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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
An award-winning boutique visual communications business that delivers solutions for nonprofits, community orgs and public-serving entities. The goal? To amplify good works for the greater good. Through graphic design and artistic partnerships, creativity and equity intersect...
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- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Design Services
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
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As a leading provider of marketing and sales services Business Day is your partner for professional new customer acquisition and the continuous development of existing customers. We see ourselves as a flexible resource developing new sales potential and increasing the efficiency of your sales. Our expertise...
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- Reputation Management
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Link Creative is your digital growth partner. We are bridging the gap between complex strategies and personable brands. We aim to give our clients the resources and feeling of an in-house marketing department with the structure and approach of an agency...
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- SEO
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
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- Number of Employees
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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
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Demojo Communication specializes in facilitating meaningful connections between brands and consumers through unforgettable experiences that are inherently shareable. With our expertise in crafting engaging campaigns, we empower brands to resonate deeply with their audience, driving loyalty and advocacy in the...
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- Digital Strategy
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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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.
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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.
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