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Array Digital is a digital marketing agency that helps law firms grow by leveraging the latest digital technologies and strategies. Our team of experienced professionals offers a wide range of services, including website design and development, search engine optimization, pay-per-click advertising, and...
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- Chesapeake, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
AMP It Up PR is an award-winning agency specializing in innovative PR, digital marketing, branding and influencer campaigns. With a proven track record of amplifying brand visibility and driving measurable success, we deliver tailored strategies to help businesses thrive in competitive markets...
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- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
PM Solutions specializes in advertising and content marketing for social media, websites, print, radio, billboards and blogposts. The focus is on brand promotion, SEO, increasing visibility, digital advertising and increasing target engagement...
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Back2Basics is a boutique brand management agency specializing in advocating for the true small business owner, solopreneur, or local nonprofit chapter who could use an extra hand and guidance when it comes to brand design, messaging and content strategies, website design or maintenance, print marketing...
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- Public Relations
- Reputation Management
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $129/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Productized SEO, AEO, and content. Scoped services with predictable deliverables. Loved by marketers and CFOs...
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- CRO
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- Location
- West Palm Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Digital marketing company specializing in search engine optimization (SEO), pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, web development, and webmaster services. With over two decades of experience, Searchen helps businesses improve online visibility, drive targeted traffic, and convert visitors into customers. Known for...
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- Reputation Management
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Web Development
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- Location
- West Palm Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Image Marketing is a top-ranked agency offering expert traditional and digital marketing solutions. With 10+ years of experience, we serve local and national clients across industries, delivering award-winning branding, PR, and design. As in-house partners we craft strategies that set brands apart...
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- Location
- Hartford, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $14/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Silverfox is a global Marketing & Communications Consultancy offering digital and traditional marketing, corporate training, and new media consulting...
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- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Noir Marketing & PR is a woman owned creative agency based in Dayton, Ohio, founded in 2012. The firm specializes in integrated services including branding, graphic design, web design, photography, social media, media planning, event production, and public relations tailored to small and midsized businesses...
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- Logo Design
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Dayton, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Digital Media Nashville offers the Best Nashville SEO for arts and entertainment companies, schools, and studios around Nashville. This professional team performs thorough keyword research, developing a strategy built to boost your brand online...
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- Digital Marketing
- CRO
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Mobile App Development
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- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Effective marketing can’t be left to chance. We help leaders see their organization the way a customer sees it. Then we guide them to understand the problem customers are actually trying to solve and help them share their story in the way their customers are tuned to hear...
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- Branding
- Public Relations
- Video Production
- Location
- Littleton, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Bellevue Communications is a Philadelphia-based public relations firm specializing in media relations, event management, crisis communications, and digital strategy...
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- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Katz & Associates specializes in strategic communication, public involvement and community relations to advance essential projects...
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- Public Relations
- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $18/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Understand Need of New Jersey Content & Social Media Marketing Company for establishing your business on online platforms...
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- Location
- Harrison, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Black Diamond PR Firm is an award-winning Public Relations Firm based in Dallas, TX...
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- Public Relations
- Branding
- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Never go wrong when you choose The WriteOne, your woman-owned, independent, affordable branding and design agency, without the overhead expense...
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- Graphic Design
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- Public Relations
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- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Welcome to American Daily Newswire, where we specialize in expert press release distribution and comprehensive PR solutions. We connect brands with influential media outlets across the globe, ensuring your message resonates with targeted audiences and enhances your market presence...
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- Content Marketing
- Public Relations
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Reno Web designer with a proven track record. Stunning web designs and digital marketing services. Voted best web design and SEO expert in Reno Nevada...
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- Location
- Reno, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
21Twelve Interactive is the leading application development company in India, the United States, Canada and Australia. We help you transform the concepts of mobile phones into reliable and robust application solutions, with a surprising design and an incredible user experience that meets the requirements of...
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- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Insight Marketing Design is a full-service marketing and digital advertising agency with a unique insight-based approach. We offer extensive experience in creating effective messaging in all formats, allowing companies of all sizes to realize remarkable returns on their marketing investment...
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- Video Production
- Public Relations
- Branding
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- Location
- Sioux Falls, South Dakota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Top-rated Lawyer Marketing Agency. Get more business and leads. Web design, SEO, Video marketing, graphic design, and more...
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- Web Design
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- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
PRFire is a dedicated PR agency specializing in press release writing and distribution services. With a focused team and strategic partnerships, PRFire distributes client messages to targeted journalists and media outlets. The agency's contract-free model offers flexibility and transparency to businesses...
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- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
D'Orazio PR and Associates established as industry expertise on provide Public Relation Services in Los Angeles and Newyork, the realm of extravagance styling, we can expertly get your item in the possession of the VIPs, VIPs and influencers who can have an enduring effect on your image's mindfulness and...
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Herd Strategies is a full service integrated marketing and communications firm headquartered in Indianapolis, IN that offers comprehensive strategic communications services to organizations looking to increase their visibility, market share, and brand trust. With services including media relations, media...
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- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Competition makes it expensive and the details make it time-consuming to establish yourself online. Partner with Local View and build your company’s digital marketing at a price you can afford. We provide concierge level service at a price you can afford...
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Marketing & Advertising Solutions for Small Business...
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- Peoria, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Guiding you on the road to success using our Local feel, Global appeal™ approach. Public Relations, Branding, Web Design, Social management, and coaching...
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- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
My Digital Agents provide digital marketing solutions for small local businesses to connect with customers and compel them to call or visit their location. Includes time-saving online software applications for boosting online search visibility and reaching more customers by managing online reputation, local...
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- Location
- Eden Prairie, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We are a creative communication collective created to help brands efficiently and effectively through marketing campaigns by becoming an integral part of their team. We are here to make sure everyone has a chance to sit at the bar. We want to amplify all voices to create an inclusive environment while...
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- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Armonk, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Advantage Attorney Marketing and Cloud Solutions is the fastest growing marketing and technology agency for small to medium sized law firms. We work with more than 200 attorneys across the United States and Canada. We provide world-class service and unmatched results with the highest ROI in the industry. We...
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- Public Relations
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- Location
- Santa Ana, California
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We believe marketing is a recipe, not a formula. Whether you’re a small business or large corporation, your business is unique. That’s why we believe there is no such thing as a “one-size-fits-all” marketing strategy. Just because X+Y = success for one company, doesn’t mean it will work for another...
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- Detroit, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
A woman-owned, award-winning marketing and public relations firm that is laser focused on getting results for clients. Based in San Diego and with a satellite office in Los Angeles, TW2 primarily represents professional service, business-to-business and non-profit organizations...
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- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Carlsbad, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Bauer Entertainment Marketing is a full-service agency providing strategic consulting & campaign management. We provide marketing that delivers more fans, sales, and profit for sports, music, & entertainment companies.We are industry leaders in removing barriers & capturing opportunities for growth...
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- Media Buying
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
For All Brandkind is a digital marketing and creative agency based in Texarkana, Texas. We can make you look good, sound good, and reach the right people at the right time...
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- Graphic Design
- Public Relations
- Digital Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Texarkana, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
SEO & Biz Hub is known for high results-rankings in search engines, whether it's Bing Search Engine, Google or any other one, we have been providing this type of service for many years...
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- Location
- Roswell, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
From TV Commercials and Corporate Videography, to Motion Picture Cinematography, Audio Recording, and Visual Effects, we offer a wide variety of production services that accommodate both Corporate & Entertainment industries from pre to post production...
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Dianne Davis Consulting provides digital and traditional media services, content creation and curation, video production, graphic design, website development and hosting, search engine optimization, social media management services and promotional items for small to medium-sized businesses. The business was...
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- Location
- Nixa, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Whether seeking media coverage for a B2C or B2B product, service, destination, brand or company -- or thought leadership PR for a subject matter expert or business executive -- our agency proffers highly affordable, GUARANTEED editorial and TV coverage on shows that range from nationals on leading networks...
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- Branding
- Media Buying
- Public Relations
- Location
- Coral Springs, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
K2 Creative & PR is a boutique agency focusing on sensible and strategic visibility, public relations, marketing, and branding services for entrepreneurs, authors, coaches, and speakers. K2C's goal is to help businesses succeed by providing individualized visibility, public relations, marketing, and...
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- Public Relations
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- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- McKeesport, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Founded in 1987, On the Horizon Communications is a full-service digital marketing and Advertising firm skilled in helping your business make a meaningful and measurable impact. From social media marketing to public relations, our expert team can assist in strategizing the most efficient way to spend your...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Visalia, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We Bring A Personal Touch To Digital Marketing...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Public Relations
- Location
- Bryan, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Started in 2019, In A Flashhh Marketing, LLC is a public relations, SEO, and content marketing firm that assists brands in reaching new heights...
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- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Tyler, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
ELM Creative, Inc. is a full-service boutique digital marketing agency offering a wide variety of branding and digital marketing services to grow your business...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Pressed PR is a boutique agency focused on elevating stories of independent creatives in the entertainment industry. Primarily focused on music Pressed PR has evolved to become a one-stop-shop for independent artists, providing an à-la-carte label approach through their team at PressedFresh Collective...
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- Location
- Bayfield, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Orbit Local is a Jacksonville SEO company that goes beyond the ordinary to help local businesses succeed. Our custom digital marketing strategies produce top-notch websites designed for maximum search engine visibility, driving valuable leads and producing real results!...
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- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Freelance digital marketing services are offered by The Savvy Socialite to businesses and organizations in B2C sectors. I have more than six years of expertise managing social media platforms, and over that time I've worked with a wide variety of businesses, from Fortune 500 corporations to fledgling...
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- Location
- Naples, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
NexiWorks is committed to assisting you in finding your unique creative voice. We do this by assisting our customers in navigating the pitfalls of contemporary business and assisting them in thriving in a world that is always changing. By doing this, we construct a customized plan for the future that takes...
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- Location
- Pascagoula, Mississippi
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $17/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Communications, public relations and storytelling for the built environment...
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- Public Relations
- Content Marketing
- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
The Ben Thomas Agency (BTA) delivers industry-leading copywriting, SEO, web design and content strategy services. We specialize in article writing, digital journalism, white paper writing, copyediting and website engineering for startups and other organizations in Austin and around the globe...
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Lawsome Digital Marketing, we are focused, ethical, compliant, and ready to boost your law firm's marketing success...
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- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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Public Relations Firm FAQs
What types of PR campaigns do they typically run?
Here are the most common PR campaigns:
Growth campaigns
- Launch PR: Coordinated outreach around a product, service, or company launch to generate awareness and credibility quickly.
- Thought leadership: Ongoing placement of expert commentary, bylines, and POV development to position executives or brands as authorities.
Corporate and stakeholder campaigns
- Corporate communications: Structured messaging around company news, such as milestones, financial updates, or leadership changes.
- Fundraising and investor PR: Media and narrative support around funding rounds, IPOs, or investor milestones.
- Employer branding PR: Storytelling that highlights culture, leadership, and workplace values through earned media.
- Awards programs: Strategic identification and submission to industry awards to secure third-party validation.
Risk and resilience campaigns
- Crisis response: Rapid communications to manage negative events, misinformation, or reputational threats.
- Reputation repair: Sustained PR efforts to rebuild credibility after a crisis, controversy, or prolonged negative coverage.
How do top PR firms in the USA secure media coverage and build long-term momentum?
American PR firms secure media coverage and sustain momentum through a structured, repeatable process that combines strategy, execution, and relationship management.
- Narrative development: Defining a clear, newsworthy story that aligns brand goals with what journalists write about, ensuring relevance rather than promotional messaging.
- Proof-point assembly: Gathering customer outcomes, data, executive credibility, and third-party validation to support claims.
- Media mapping: Identifying journalists and media outlets based on beat, audience fit, and past coverage.
- Angle creation: Adapting the core narrative into timely, outlet-specific angles tied to trends, news hooks, or audience pain points.
- Pitching cadence: Sending pitches in controlled waves to avoid inbox fatigue while maintaining steady visibility across priority publications.
- Follow-ups and refinement: Using thoughtful follow-ups to clarify relevance or provide a new context rather than repeat the same message.
- Reactive opportunities: Monitoring breaking news and journalist requests to insert expert commentary quickly, compounding coverage between major campaigns.
- Relationship building and iteration: Earning trust through reliability and relevance—relationships can open doors, but newsworthiness still drives results.
How much does it cost to hire a PR agency in the United States?
PR agency costs in the United States vary widely based on the scope of work, pitch volume, media tier, industry complexity, crisis sensitivity, and specific deliverables. However, price ranges typically fall within the following:
| Engagement type | Typical cost range | Notes |
| Monthly retainer (ongoing support) | $5,000-$20,000+ per month | Common range for standard campaigns; larger national/global programs can exceed this. |
| Hourly rate | $100-$300 per hour (avg. $270 per hour) | Used for consulting, strategy, or special projects. |
| Project-based fees | $5,000-$50,000+ | One-off campaigns, like product launches or funding announcements. |
| Pre-set packages/tiered retainers | $4,000-$8,000+ per month | Fixed deliverables at defined tiers. |
What’s the difference between a B2B public relations agency and a B2C PR firm?
B2B (business-to-business) and B2C (business-to-consumer) PR firms differ based on audience, buying cycle, and media focus.
B2B PR agency
B2B PR targets niche decision makers and long buying cycles, with coverage focused on industry and trade publications. Messaging relies on proof points like ROI, case studies, and expertise, with indirect conversion goals tied to pipeline influence and a steady, lower volume cadence.
B2C PR firm
Consumer PR targets broad audiences and shorter buying cycles, emphasizing mainstream media, lifestyle outlets, and creators. Storytelling is emotion-led and trend-driven, with clearer near-term conversion expectations such as traffic or sales and a faster, campaign-based cadence.
When should I hire a PR company instead of handling PR in-house?
Brands should decide between an agency and in-house PR based on scale, speed, and risk tolerance.
Hire a PR company if:
- You need rapid scale or intensive campaign support that exceeds internal bandwidth.
- You want immediate access to established media relationships across top-tier and niche outlets.
- You are planning a high-stakes launch, funding round, rebrand, or market expansion.
- You need crisis readiness or a 24/7 response capability that in-house teams cannot sustain.
- You operate in a complex or regulated industry that requires specialized PR expertise.
- You want an external perspective to sharpen positioning and messaging.
Keep it in-house if:
- PR needs are steady, predictable, and limited in scope.
- Your team already has strong media relationships in your core category.
- Campaign intensity is low and tied mainly to internal updates or announcements.
- Budget constraints favor salaried roles over agency retainers.
- You prioritize deep institutional knowledge over broad external reach.