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Thompson and Co. Public Relations is a national PR firm specializing in brand messaging, media relations, social media strategy, event coordination, crisis planning and more for a wide range of industries and non-profit clients. With offices in New York City, Houston, Texas, and Anchorage, Alaska, our...
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- Location
- Anchorage, Alaska
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Businesses and people who win awards are valued as superior performers and seen as experts in their field. If you are looking for recognition for yourself or your business, let 10 to 1 Public Relations handle all of your award submissions. With impressive nominations and awards credited to your companys name...
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- Public Relations
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- Scottsdale, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
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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- Creative Services
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Hartford, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $14/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
AMP3 Public Relations is a boutique PR agency based in New York City, offering a comprehensive range of services. Contact us to know more!...
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
SEOM Interactive is comprised of search engine and internet marketing specialists who understand how to leverage the power of interactive media. Not only do we understand it, but we love it...
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- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Impatient Cow Productions is a creative video production agency with a passion for storytelling. With over 150 years of combined experience, our team specializes in HD video, film, editing, animation, and motion graphics. We've earned Tellys, Addys, Emmys, and YouTube's Storyteller of the Year Award...
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- Public Relations
- Creative Services
- Video Marketing
- Video Production
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- Location
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Braintrust Agency is an integrated marketing and creative agency specializing in brand strategy, digital marketing, public relations, and web development. They collaborate with clients across various industries, including travel, hospitality, retail, and community services, to deliver impactful and meaningful...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Public Relations
- Branding
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
JPA Health is an independent, full-service agency. Our exclusive focus on health means that our life science and public health clients can count on a team with experience and perspective to deliver results. Our approach incorporates a proprietary tool that enables us to understand how conversations take place...
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- Video Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
A Trusted Global Partner for Transforming Businesses with AI, Salesforce & Analytics...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
We’re a Branding Agency in Milwaukee, WI. We build integrated brand identity and marketing communications that tell your brand story and enhance your presence in the marketplace. Whether you need a new brand identity, interactive branding campaign, digital marketing strategy, or stronger print...
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- Branding
- eCommerce
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
EPIC Creative is a full-service marketing and communications agency that caters to a diverse range of clients and specializes in industries such as outdoor power equipment, lawn and garden, healthcare technology and critical manufacturing...
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- Web Development
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- Branding
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- Location
- West Bend, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
At Knight Eady, the people on our team serve as our best asset, and our/the company is defined by the people who represent our brand. We are brought together under the belief that sports have the power to change lives. Although our team and service offerings have grown over the years, our core values and...
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- Video Production
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- Location
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Offering Branding, Digital, And Music Marketing Services. We launch brands and make good companies better. We're a full service advertising agency. Full Service means that well do whatever it takes to get your brand where you want it to be...
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- Branding
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- Location
- Pasadena, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $170/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
A full-service marketing company, Acclaim Communications provides marketing strategy, content creation, graphic design, video production, and digital and print advertising. Our charges are far lower than those of larger agencies because our offices are small and many of our partners work remotely...
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- Email Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Advertising
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
FischTank PR is a full-service communications and marketing firm serving clients spanning various industries, including but not limited to cleantech and sustainability, healthcare and biotech, B2B and emerging technologies, real estate and professional services...
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- eCommerce
- Content Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
For over 20 years, jsmithdesign has been providing expert advertising solutions, effective marketing planning, and creative communications for its clients on a regional, national, and international basis. jsmithdesign was formed to allow a close, one-on-one relationship with all clients, from initial planning...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Dothan, Alabama
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Leidar was founded in 2009 based on a simple mission: to help leaders navigate the many issues and challenges in todays rapidly changing world. Using high-impact communications and leadership programmes, we can help you set new directions, identify and steer away from trouble spots and stay on course for...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- Geneva, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Foundry invest in new technology, innovation and top- notch execution to create relevant and engaging content or build an entire brand from scratch...
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- Branding
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Where do you want your brand to take you? vitalink is a small band of marketers who dare to go big...and help you soar. We make sure your brand and messaging are just right, then combine new tools with the tried and true to deliver results. We work with universities, government agencies, non-profits, member...
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- Branding
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- Location
- Raleigh , North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Grounded by our expertise in business-to-business and business-to-consumer marketing, an earned mastery of unified public and media relations, and trusted positions in the industry sectors in which we specialize, we help our clients engage with their marketplaces and leverage publicity into results and...
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
PriceWeber is a results-focused marketing agency specializing in creating consumer-centric strategies that measurably impact sales, margins, and shareholder value. Their integrated approach delivers real business outcomes across traditional and digital platforms...
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- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Louisville, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
A Midwest-based strategic marketing communications firm with a national client base. We specialize in brand strategy, communications planning, creative services, public relations, web design/development, and digital/social media strategyhelping brands find success and make a meaningful impact...
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- Content Marketing
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- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
PACO Collective is a full-service, cross-cultural, marketing agency specializing in providing a range of services targeting the emerging cross-cultural consumers. We help brands embrace the changing dynamics of American life and we are invested in creating meaningful connections with consumers through our...
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We're a full-service marketing and events agency based in Austin, Texas. But we're mostly a set of turnkey team members our clients can't live without...
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Since 1982 The AD Agency (Led by Debi Gasper) has been recognized as one of the preeminent full-service research, marketing, online digital advertising, graphic design, media buying, IT support, and public relations firms serving a regional, national, and international client base.As an aggressive and...
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- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Ranked as one of the fastest growing agencies in the nation by Inc. Magazines Inc. 5000 list, Local Search Group provides custom and modern digital marketing solutions for clients in the automotive, retail, furniture and medical industries...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Novella Brandhouse is a WBE-certified branding agency developing strategic marketing plans, award-winning design, and content for companies trying to scale and improve overall business performance...
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- Branding
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- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
The Richlynn Group is a Nashville-based agency specializing in branding, strategy, PR, influencer marketing, digital marketing, and management. We help artists, authors, tech companies, and more define their place in the world by crafting compelling brand stories and executing impactful marketing strategies...
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- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Responsory is a multichannel marketing agency that excels at delivering content-rich, story-selling, measurable marketing campaigns for our client partners. In our world, marketing is not an expense, it's a revenue generating activity. It must be measured, tested and continually adjusted - so the results...
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- Location
- Brookfield, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
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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- Affiliate Marketing
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Point Taken Communications is a boutique public relations (PR) and marketing firm serving hospitality, lifestyle, and nonprofit brands nationwide. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, our senior-level team crafts campaigns that spark growth and inspire audiences to take action...
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- Jacksonville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Lessing-Flynn, an advertising agency founded in 1907, boasts a legacy of resilience and evolution in Des Moines, Iowa. Over the years, it has navigated the dynamic industry shifts, continuously adapting to emerging trends and client needs. With a steadfast commitment to excellence and creativity...
- Location
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Meet LAVIDGE, an employee-owned ad agency specializing in discovering and communicating insights which engage, motivate and inspire. From building brand awareness to driving revenue and from positioning thought leaders to enhancing perceptions, its why we do what we do...
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- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
At Serendipit, we pursue challenge and change. Winning is accomplished without ever compromising our values. Our partners are people and clients who enthusiastically help us evolve, and we expect partners to do the work with us. We relish fresh ideas and the fun of the process...
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- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Silverfox is a global Marketing & Communications Consultancy offering digital and traditional marketing, corporate training, and new media consulting...
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- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Purple PR is a dynamic PR agency renowned for its expertise in managing luxury brands across various sectors. With a focus on strategic brand building and creative solutions, Purple PR delivers impactful campaigns that resonate with global audiences. Purple PR cultivates lasting connections between brands and...
- Location
- West Hollywood, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Full service marketing communication, public relations and events firm. Passionate about creating conversations that help brands win by engaging with cultures in a memorable, powerful way...
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- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
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
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- Location
- Dayton, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
The Rational 360 approach to digital involves emphasizing real outcomes by leveraging battle-tested strategies alongside a custom suite of digital tools for innovative social listening, data mining, and micro-targeting audiences. These tools and strategies translate to building relationships with online...
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- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
A research-driven creative agency specializing in brand development, marketing, advertising, web, PR, research, public outreach, and strategic communications to strengthen the bond between consumers and brands...
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- SEO
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- Location
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Anoroc is an award-winning, national marketing and branding agency that takes a superhero, strategy-based approach to helping organizations in the public and private sectors innovate and grow...
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- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Raleigh , North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
A branding, marketing, and consulting firm called Imagine creates distinctive, genuine destination brands. Every plan we create is truly unique to each engagement and is based on in-depth study and experience gained only through years of marketing...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Manassas, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Blue Ocean Global Technology offer reputation management services, search engine optimization (SEO), web design & development, social media marketing, and IT services. The company mitigates the impact of defamatory content and helps navigate PR and legal issues from negative publicity...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Public Relations
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Located in The Woodlands, Texas, BubbleUp is a full-service digital company with expertise in technology, marketing and customer service. For over 20 years weve helped world-class brands, companies and artists succeed in the digital space...
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- Web Design
- CRO
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- Location
- The Woodlands, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We practice and preach that execution and rapid iteration based on unbiased data are the keys for a successful company. Magnitude doesn't just build winning digital strategies; we also invest in startups, manage online marketplaces, and run our own companies. Our team knows first hand that commerce has...
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- eCommerce
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- Location
- Tucson, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Tunheim is a strategic communications and public affairs agency helping organizations navigate complex challenges through expert messaging, media relations, and stakeholder engagement. With a results-driven approach, the agency ensures businesses effectively connect with their audiences and achieve their...
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- Location
- Bloomington, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Custom web solutions, SEO, and digital marketing to help businesses thrive online...
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- SEO
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- Location
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Hollywood. A name synonymous with glitz, glam and fame. At Hollywood Agency, though, we dont promote movie studios, stars or starlets. We work with compelling brands that have a story to tell. We ignite brands, products, services and ideas that are changing the game...
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- Public Relations
- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- Hingham, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
Akartha is a creative design studio focusing on problem-solving and bringing ideas to life that trigger inspiring experiences.As a Creative Design Studio and Advertising Agency, we solve business problemsand bring ideas to life that trigger inspiring experiences. By providing services like Branding...
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- Location
- Richmond, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Council Fire is a global management consultancy that helps purpose-driven organizations thrive by creating lasting economic, social and environmental value. We listen to, collaborate with, and empower our clients to develop and implement customized strategies informed by insightful data-driven analysis...
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- Location
- Annapolis, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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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.

















































