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Chatter Marketing is a full-service creative agency specializing in advertising, marketing, branding, public relations, digital marketing, and social media management in Tulsa, Oklahoma...
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- Location
- Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At PINK DOG DIGITAL we provide effective digital solutions for your business. Whether it is a website, search engine optimization, content creation, social media management, digital advertising or photography/videography, Pink Dog has a strategy custom-tailored to meet your needs. We create an online...
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- Cleveland, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
A professional salon offering quality hair, beauty, and personal care services in a welcoming and relaxing environment...
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- Blue Ash, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are LC3 Creative, based in East Liverpool, Ohio, a digital marketing agency founded in 2020 with a mission to empower and uplift local small businesses. Rooted in a commitment to excellence - we specialize in providing innovative and tailored marketing solutions, ranging from web development and graphic...
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- East Liverpool, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $21/hr
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One of the few YouTube editing agencies that actually delivers professionally, consistently, and always with the long game in mind. That's the standard we've held across 100+ clients...
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $23/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Talented Xpert is a dynamic platform dedicated to connecting businesses and individuals with skilled professionals for a wide range of services. We aim to make it easier for clients to find the right expertise for their projects and business needs while creating opportunities for talented professionals...
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- Location
- Canada, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $24/hr
Have you been struggling to take your business the next level? As a Top Link Building Company, we deliver SEO and link building services that boost your visibility and rankings. Trusted as a Top Link Building Agency, weve helped businesses across industries achieve measurable success...
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- Wilmington, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Rizing Metrics helps businesses show up where buyers now look first: in Google results and in the answers AI tools give. Based in Lexington Park, Maryland, we work with companies across Southern Maryland and nationwide on AI visibility, answer engine optimization, local and technical SEO, and Google Business...
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- Lexington Park, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Tenebris Design crafts bold, modern websites that blend creativity with functionality. We specialize in redesigns, development, and digital strategies that help brands grow online. Our mission is to deliver stunning design with measurable impact...
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $32/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Digital Success is a DFW-based digital marketing agency focused on achieving rapid business growth. They aim to increase qualified website traffic, amplify social media presence, target ideal customer bases, engage new and returning visitors, and ultimately boost overall revenue for their clients...
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Glenn Website Design in Tulsa, Oklahoma, offers comprehensive web design, small business website design, SEO, and marketing services...
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- Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Brandualist is a mystical two-headed being, making marketing twice as strong. One head is always facing the creative side of marketing, while the second one is glaring at its strategic aspect. Let us astound you with digital marketing!...
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our mission is simple: help roofing companies grow through strategic, transparent, and results-driven SEO. We believe roofers deserve more than generic digital marketing-they need tailored strategies that actually bring in leads and grow revenue. We specialize in crafting laser-focused Roofing SEO campaigns...
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- Location
- Glendale, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We develop customized strategies with precision and expertise to uncover the ranking factor you need to grow your business. Our approach ensures your brand shines in various digital platforms, capturing the attention of your target audience. We are dedicated to one goal: revolutionizing business growth...
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- Location
- Casper, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are your dedicated marketing team, just not on your payroll! Our award-winning Florida-based boutique digital marketing agency specializes in helping small businesses stand out online with streamlined solutions that leverage the most cost-effective and highest-ROI marketing strategies...
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- Location
- Daytona Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
gmarketing started for a simple reason: to tell a small business's story. Of course, there are many marketing companies out there, but not many genuinely embody the small business as their own...
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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
Construction Marketing Inc. is a full-service digital agency and marketing consultancy business that works with businesses in the US, Canada, and other countries. The agency is well-versed in the building sector. Through a wide range of services, including brand development, website design and development...
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- Location
- Sarasota, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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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- SEO
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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
Reputation Ink champions legal marketing and PR by leveraging thought leadership. Despite stringent bar laws, we elevate law firms to industry prominence. Our multifaceted strategy includes proactive media placements, timely news updates, and strategic content creation, spotlighting our clients in top-tier...
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- Jacksonville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Boutique PR and marketing for contractors, industrial firms, home services, and nonprofits across Los Angeles and Southern California. We connect media relations, SEO, paid search, websites, social and content into one system built to generate visibility and qualified leads...
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- Glendale, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Reputation is the biggest company asset. PR is a powerful tool to maintain positive public image, build trust and credibility and increase sales revenue. Nia PR tailors bespoke PR campaigns we find a personal approach with our smile and dial campaigns work best over blanket emails...
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- Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Posted Consulting offers marketing services including social media, public relations, event planning, advertising, and more in Spokane, WA. We support small businesses, start-ups, mid-sized businesses, and large enterprises throughout Spokane, Coeur d'Alene, and the Pacific Northwest...
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- Spokane, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
AceIt Agency partners with some of the biggest names in the industry. Our experts specialize in media relations, organic SEO, and strategic PR. Dont leave your success to luck partner with the team built to deliver guaranteed results...
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- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Reputn is a global online reputation management company specialised in personal branding, reputation management, crisis management, LLM and Entity Reputation...
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- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Eighty Six Strategies was built on a simple idea: small businesses deserve the same caliber of marketing and strategy that big companies take for granted. We partner with local businesses, contractors, and service providers to cut through the noise and build real momentum from brand identity and web...
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- Location
- Smithfield, Rhode Island
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Drashti LLC is a Salesforce consulting and technology services company founded in 2019. The company specializes in helping organizations get more value from Salesforce through strategic consulting, Salesforce implementation, system optimization, Salesforce rescue, managed services, data and integrations...
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- Chantilly, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
The SERP.fyi EdgeDominate the Search Frontier: From Blue Links to AI Answers.In an era where search happens as much in a chat box as it does in a browser, staying visible requires more than just keywords. SERP.fyi is your mission control for the modern web. We bridge the gap between traditional SEO and...
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- Wyoming, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Caveni Digital Solutions, founded in 2016 in Philadelphia, folds public relations into its digital marketing services. Its team has secured placements in over 100 publications, including Forbes. The USA public relations agency suits businesses that want PR paired with SEO services...
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- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 20 Projects Listed
We are Bear Icebox Communications, a full-service agency dedicated to helping you build, protect, and elevate your brand through strategic PR, branding, content, and digital expertise...
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- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Voncor Communications is a marketing communications consultancy focused on helping small businesses connect with their customers to communicate the value of their products and services in an efficient yet dynamic manner. We develop websites, traditional print, radio or public relations as well as digital and...
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- Essex, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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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- Reno, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
If you're a marketing leader at a challenger brand, you need an ally who works as hard as you do. A partner who respects your budget. A team that understands the pressure to drive measurable growth, defend market share, and make every dollar accountable. That's where The Miller Group comes in...
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Idea Grove structures PR around three pillars: brand, thought leadership, and digital. Its media strategy helped secure a $1.56 billion verdict against Bayer for two law firm clients. The agency is best for B2B tech and manufacturing companies...
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- Lewisville, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 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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- West Palm Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Versa Creative is an award-winning marketing and advertising agency that’s dedicated to delivering powerful narratives and exceptional results...
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
McMillan & Phillips (M&P) Digital Creative Agency is founded on combining stunning creative with detailed analytics. Our team of creatives is paired with analysts to provide our clients with actionable insights from digital marketing campaigns...
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- Location
- Spokane, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Found are the Everysearch agency. Masters of search performance across all digital marketing platforms. Employing PPC, SEO, paid social, and creative content, they harness the power of data and AI to craft and execute winning digital marketing strategies...
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
TCG redefines consulting by blending growth with innovation under the leadership of visionary women. Specializing in marketing, market research, startups, branding, leadership, PR, and talent acquisition, they tailor solutions across industries. Their marketing prowess extends to strategy, social media...
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- Alameda, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Scatena Daniels helps nonprofits and purpose-driven businesses amplify their stories through strategic PR and media campaigns...
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- Public Relations
- Content Marketing
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- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Estes Media
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Estes Media is a full-service, done-for-you B2B digital marketing agency. We handle everything from branding, SEO, content creation, and advertising to , web design, and social media managementso you can focus on running your business. Our transparent, goal-aligned approach ensures your digital presence...
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- Location
- Jersey City, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Allora Media empowers small businesses by capturing authentic, real-time content of their teams and services in action. We handle everythingfrom on-site filming and professional editing to curating and scheduling posts across multiple platforms. Our streamlined approach allows businesses to focus on what they...
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- Southington, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Skyline Creative delivers custom, high-performing sites that blend strategy, design, and functionality. We specialize in user-friendly, mobile-optimized websites tailored to drive engagement and conversions. What sets us apart? A holistic marketing approach. Every site is built with SEO, branding, and...
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- Mooresville, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Data-Driven Omnichannel Growth Marketing Strategies. Including - Brand Amplification: ICP Touchpoint Optimization, Lead Generation: Increased Website Conversions, Reputation Building: SME Content Creation & Distribution, Social Media Engagement: Increased Followers & Post Interactions...
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- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Are you running an SEO, Marketing, or PR agency and looking to expand your service offering without the extra workload of pitching, writing, or managing editors?...
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- Irving, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Seed Factory is a creative agency with offices in Atlanta and Orange Co, CA. By working across creative content, branding and PR tactics, they can create holistic marketing strategies for business growth, allowing brands to move people through emotional benefits...
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- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are an agile team of experienced writers, designers, digital marketing specialists, and project managers that bring client visions to reality. As trusted partners for clients in a variety of verticals, including healthcare, law, finance, retail, and start-up ventures, we treat each challenge as our own...
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- Location
- Ridgefield, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Satori, our team is passionate about unleashing success for your business. With us by your side, your business can achieve more than just a flashy ad or clever Tweet. You get personalized strategies tailored to fit the individual and company needs better...
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
NST provides high-level public relations and strategic brand positioning to create impact in media and culture...
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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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.