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  • 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...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Mobile App Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    20 Projects Listed
  • Result-Driven, Affordable SEO & Link Building Agency to Rank on Search and Chatbots

    OneLittleWeb has run digital PR since 2018, guaranteeing links from high-authority sites. Its campaigns have earned Forbes and TechCrunch coverage, with one of them earning 550+ backlinks. The US PR agency is best for SaaS and B2B brands with $6,000+ budgets...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Public Relations
    • Web Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • We Maximize Your ROI, Trusted by 1000+ Clients ️

    WebSpero Solutions is a US public relations firm that has written press releases for over a decade, publishing 1,200+ each month. Its outreach team has answered over 8,000 pitches, landing coverage in Forbes and USA Today. The agency caters to businesses wanting press coverage with SEO...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Public Relations
    • IT Services
    • UI/UX Design
    • Software Testing
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    32 Projects Listed
  • Results Driven Digital Marketing Services

    WebiMax has run online PR since 2008 as part of its digital marketing under Vertoz. Its media network has placed clients on Bloomberg, CNN, and Forbes, with month-to-month contracts. The agency fits brands wanting PR paired with SEO...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Reputation Management
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Evesham, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    10 Projects Listed
  • Go Global. Act Local.

    Enterie runs a network of independent PR agencies in 80+ countries, founded in 2017. One campaign for EIT Health InnoStars earned over 160 mentions in 42 countries, reaching 115 million people. The agency fits companies entering international markets...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Content Marketing
    • Event Marketing
    • Reputation Management
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Award-Winning Creativity to Put Your Business in the Spotlight!

    Award-winning public relations, ad, and marketing consulting agency serving clients in a wide range of industries for over 3 decades. Known for our creativity, tenacity and integrity. Public relations, marketing, ad agency and GEO support to put your business or non profit in the spotlight...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Nyack, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Take The guesswork Out Of Your Marketing

    PositiveBrand is a research-driven brand and marketing consultancy helping organizations build stronger brands, sharper strategies, and more effective marketing programs. We combine customer insight, behavioral science, creative development, digital marketing, and lead generation to help B2B companies...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Market Research
    • Creative Services
    • Public Relations
    • Digital Services
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Influence Engineered. Growth Amplified.

    Avenue Z is a modern marketing and communications agency that integrates branding, public relations, digital marketing, and AI-driven media buying to help brands build reputation, drive revenue, and lead in an AI-first world...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Public Relations
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Storytelling that connects vision to visibility

    The Key is a boutique PR agency based in San Francisco, built for companies at pivotal moments, from early-stage startups to public companies navigating growth, launches, or reputation shifts. We translate complex technology, finance, and consumer stories into narratives that resonate with investors...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Reputation Management
    • Creative Services
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • PR, Branding & Squarespace Design Pro

    Tracy Teuscher is an accredited public relations pro, brand strategist, and Squarespace website designer serving small businesses and nonprofits. Known for her work with The Buzz Maker, Tracy has helped grow more than 100 brands across 12 industries and earned awards of excellence...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Web Development
    • Business Consulting
    • Branding
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    Location
    Massillon, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Films That Fight For People & Planet

    What Took You So Long is a global creative agency with 15 years of experience producing films, photography, and digital campaigns across 150+ countries. From conflict zones to climate summits, we tell stories that matter with ethics at the heart of every production. Our clients include the UN, NGOs, and...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • VR/AR
    • Branding
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Marketing for Small Businesses and Startups

    Citrio Marketing are experts in formulating tailored strategies that foster the flourishing of businesses in the digital landscape. Supported by a team of seasoned experts, we deliver quantifiable results, propelling your online presence to new heights...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Cheyenne, Wyoming
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Helping leaders build lives of purpose, connection, and mattering.

    John R. Miles is a global keynote speaker, bestselling author of Passion Struck, and host of the top-rated Passion Struck podcast (85M+ downloads). He helps leaders, teams, and individuals move beyond hollow success to build lives of purpose, connection, and mattering...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    Location
    St. Petersburg, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Empowering Your Business to Succeed

    Rhino Reviews works with businesses to protect their online reputation by growing and leveraging their online customer reviews. We're more than just software. We offer the only done-for-you review generation and reputation management program on the market. Our team acts as an extension of your marke...

    Top Services:

    • Reputation Management
    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Coloring the World, One Story at a Time

    SplashPR Agency is a full-service PR and Digital Marketing Agency also specialized in events, headquartered in Los Angeles. We cater our services to artists, fashion designers, food & wine retailers, lifestyle-oriented companies, cosmetics, hospitality establishments, nonprofit organizations & corporationsB2B...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Video Production
    • Public Relations
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Santa Monica, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Show up Strong Everywhere You Matter.

    Elevate Visibility Group builds strong digital identities for experts and service based businesses. We focus on visibility, authority, and online trust. Our work helps clients show up strong online, earn real recognition, and become the clear choice in their field...

    Top Services:

    • Reputation Management
    • Public Relations
    • Digital Marketing
    Location
    Waldorf, Maryland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Help Businesses Grow

    Gregory is one of the largest PR firms with offices in NYC, Boston, Philadelphia, and London. Named 2025 Agency of the Year by PR Daily and ranked #7 nationally for financial services and real estate PR, we're also the world's most AI-enabled PR firm, winning PRSA's Silver Anvil for our AI work...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Ardmore, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Market to the World, and the World will be your Market.

    CAYK Marketing has been a leading force in marketing for nearly thirty years, specializing in website design, SEO, advertising management, and strategic planning. With a focus on your organization's success, CAYK offers decades of proven experience, whether you require a technical audit or comprehensive...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Phoenix, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Elevate Your Brand with Creativity, Excellence and Success

    The Way Up Creative specializes in coaching small businesses, entrepreneurs, nonprofits and startups. We aid you in refining your messaging, effectively communicating with your target audience, and integrating both traditional and digital content solutions to elevate your brand's market position...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Business Consulting
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Mansfield, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We can and love to solve unconventional and non-trivial cases

    2L Communication Agency has been specializing in IT brands and companies' promotion for 20 years...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Reputation Management
    • Public Relations
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Moscow, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • We lead brands to their next through purpose, innovation and experience.

    Colle McVoys purpose-driven approach challenges clients to make a difference in the world through meaningful work. Focused on integrated capabilities across all of marketing, we use our experience-driven creative process to create impactful brand experiences that influence consumers buying decisions...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Creative Services
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Minneapolis, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Full-Service Marketing & Advertising Agency

    Versa Creative is an award-winning marketing and advertising agency that’s dedicated to delivering powerful narratives and exceptional results...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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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
  • Clarity. Credibility. Connection.

    Identity is an award-winning public relations firm delivering impactful media, marketing, social, and creative strategies for clients across Michigan and nationwide...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Birmingham, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Take Control Of Your Online Reputation

    Your Reputation Agency helps individuals and businesses take control of their online presence. We specialize in online reputation management, negative content removal, search result suppression, review management, and ongoing reputation monitoring. Our team identifies harmful or misleading content across...

    Top Services:

    • Reputation Management
    • Public Relations
    Location
    Sheridan, Wyoming
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Design without strategy is just art.

    Brenits Creative is an integrated brand marketing and creative strategy firm helping growing businesses - and business owners working (mostly) by themselves - compete with name brands by developing and maintaining a consistent way to look, communicate and act...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Reputation Management
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    Location
    Queen Creek, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $185/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Control the story around your name

    Cham is an authority and reputation systems agency that helps businesses, founders, executives, and professional firms strengthen how they are perceived across the internet...

    Top Services:

    • Reputation Management
    • Public Relations
    • Digital Strategy
    • Branding
    • SEO
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    Location
    Sheridan, Wyoming
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Strategy, creative, media, and PR under one roof.

    GreenRubino is an independent, integrated marketing, advertising, and public relations agency based in Seattle. For nearly 50 years, we have helped organizations solve complex marketing challenges and build momentum that produces measurable business results...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Public Relations
    • Branding
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    Location
    Seattle, Washington
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $195/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Amplify Your Message. Elevate Your Success.

    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...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Public Relations
    • Reputation Management
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Mooresville, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Protect Your Reputation and Take Control of Your Name Online

    Our main office is located in Boulder, nestled in the foothills of the breathtaking Colorado Rocky Mountains. Come here on any particular day of the week, and you'll find our team working hard to ensure our clients are portrayed in a positive light online. At Defamation Defenders, we take pride in our work...

    Top Services:

    • Reputation Management
    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • SEO
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    Boulder, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Elevate Your Digital Reach

    Duran Kinst Strategies is a trusted partner in the digital world, offering personalized communication strategies to help clients achieve new heights. With a relational approach, we work closely with our clients, understanding their unique needs and delivering tailored solutions that drive results...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Public Relations
    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Sacramento, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Healthcare Website Design That Builds Trust

    Custom healthcare websites designed to improve patient experience, increase online visibility, and help clinics grow with modern web design and SEO...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Services
    • Public Relations
    • Reputation Management
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Posted. Published. Perfected.

    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...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Public Relations
    • Content Marketing
    • Event Marketing
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Spokane, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Communications That Drive Impact

    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...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    Bloomington, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Better Together.

    One Branding is an end-to-end creative agency of award-winning designers, developers, writers, animators, and videographers based in the U.S. We believe in the cyclical nature of creating good things for good people. Instead of working for you, we work with you to create exceptional, lasting brand experiences...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Public Relations
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Des Moines, Iowa
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Don't Market Your Brand. We Tell Your Story.

    Encoded Noire is a full-service creative agency headquartered in Lafayette, Louisiana. We specialize in brand identity, marketing strategy, and visual content production for clients in consumer goods, healthcare, financial services, and cultural organizations. Our work combines studio-level design craft with...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Grand Coteau, Louisiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A full-service marketing agency obsessed with results

    MassMedia is an independent, fully-integrated, marketing, advertising, and public relations agency founded in 1997 with offices in Las Vegas, Phoenix, and Orange County. For nearly three decades, MassMedia has helped organizations unlock transformative growth by pairing data-driven strategy with award-winning...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Media Buying
    • Public Relations
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Las Vegas, Nevada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We're Here To Help You Elevate Your Brand

    You know your work is good. Your brand should say so, too. Firelight is a strategic communication partner. We help organizations find their direction, then build the brand, website, and materials that carry it. Strategy first, so everything after it says the same thing...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Meridian, Idaho
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Digital Marketing Simplified

    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...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Daytona Beach, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Turning Stories into Published Success

    American Book Publisherz provides professional book publishing services for authors at every stage of their publishing journey. From book writing, editing, and proofreading to cover design, printing, Amazon publishing, and book marketing, our team helps turn ideas into professionally published books. We offer...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Digital PR & Online Reputation Management Company

    Snow Monkey is a full-service online reputation management firm that helps individuals and businesses protect, repair, and grow their digital presence...

    Top Services:

    • Reputation Management
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your Digital Growth Partner

    At Orange Owl Marketing, we specialize in crafting innovative, ROI-focused marketing solutions tailored for B2B businesses. Our dedicated team excels in performance marketing, content creation, and market analysis, ensuring that your brand not only stands out but thrives in a competitive landscape. We pride...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Content Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Tampa, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

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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 typeTypical cost rangeNotes
Monthly retainer
(ongoing support)
$5,000-$20,000+ per monthCommon 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 monthFixed 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.