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SmartSites
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.AI LeaderRecognized for strong visibility across AI-powered search and answer engines.Think Web. Think Smart. Partner With the #1 Rated Digital Marketing Agency.
SmartSites delivers organic SEO across retail, legal, medical, and automotive sectors, with most campaigns doubling traffic within six months. Having launched 900+ websites, the California SEO company serves businesses that want a full-service agency handling content, link building, and technical SEO...
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
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SmartSites Reviews & Testimonials
Digital Services Review from Paloma Anguiano
Overall I feel very confident working with Patrizia and Darius from Smart Site, they have given us clear explanations and accompanied us throughout the process for the growth of the brand. The attention to us is very fast and they advise us in an adequate way.
Digital Services Review from Brianna Porter
SmartSites impressed me from day one. They are knowledgable, kind, and most importantly keep things simple and streamlined so that even an SEO-newb like me can understand. Tiffany and Luna are my main points of contact and they are especially great! I would recommend to anyone looking for an agency to really take their website and digital presence to the next level.
PPC Review from Jim Curry
At first, a survey was conducted to gather company background, product information, target markets, etc. Next, accounts were established on various Google Business platforms, social media, etc. Then SmartSites created the ads and campaigns, and we were off and running in just a few weeks.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsJives Media is a California-based AI-first SEO agency with 15+ years of experience, serving clients like Oracle and Poshmark across local, eCommerce, enterprise, and AEO services. Its integrated approach, combining paid search, web design, and social media, suits growth-stage and enterprise brands...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- PPC
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
HigherVisibility
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.5-Time SEO Agency of the Year. [Named 2024 SEO Agency of the Year by Search Engine Land]
HigherVisibility has earned SEO Agency of the Year five times and serves franchise, legal, automotive, and eCommerce clients on Shopify and Magento since 2009. Its proprietary Targeted Growth System ties rankings directly to revenue. The California SEO firm is best for mid-size to enterprise businesses...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
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HigherVisibility Reviews & Testimonials
SEO Review from Michael Brumleve
We have used HigherVisibility now going on 3 years. Our SEO rankings and eCommerce sales have been fantastic over that time span. More than I could [have] anticipated. This team knows what they are doing in the complex SEO and PPC world and are a huge asset to us. 3 years ago, we had basically 0 online presence. Now, we are consistently ranking #1 on Google for our best-selling products. (Verified via email)
SEO Review from Jason Lewin
Have been working with [HigherVisibility] for years, and the quality of their work just keeps getting better. Always there when you need them. Would definitely recommend! (Verified via email)
Digital Marketing Review from Ed Stephens III
HigherVisibility provided solutions to our problems. They are reliable and effective. We love working with Gracie. You can’t beat stellar customer service.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsDigital Folks is a California-based SEO company with a US office in Los Angeles, offering on-page, off-page, and technical SEO alongside web design and development. Its affordable pricing and full-service model suit small businesses in Canada and the US seeking integrated digital marketing...
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- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Genie Crawl is a California SEO agency, offering local, eCommerce, and platform-specific SEO across WordPress, Shopify, and Magento, with month-to-month contracts and no fixed commitment. It suits small businesses seeking affordable, flexible SEO with fast turnaround...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Development
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Lounge Lizard
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.AI LeaderRecognized for strong visibility across AI-powered search and answer engines.+1Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Growth Marketing & Web Design Experts Since 1998
Lounge Lizard has offered SEO alongside web design and branding since 1998, with clients spanning fintech, healthcare, and eCommerce on WordPress, Shopify, and Magento. Its multi-office presence across the US makes it a solid fit for mid-size to enterprise brands seeking an integrated agency...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 27 Projects Listed
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Lounge Lizard Reviews & Testimonials
Digital Services Review from Roxana Vinueza
Lounge Lizard is top notch. They brought a level of expertise to my business that boosted our search rankings and improved our online image. I highly recommend Lounge Lizard if your serious about growing your business on the Internet
Mobile App Development Review from Anonymous
I wasn’t sure what to expect, but these folks really know their stuff. They answered all my random questions without making me feel dumb, which was a relief.
Web Design Review from Anonymous
I wasn’t expecting their setup to be so smooth, honestly. They kinda made everything feel way less complicated than I thought it’d be.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsTekRevol is a California search engine optimization company offering on-page, off-page, local, Shopify, Amazon, and eCommerce SEO across healthcare, fintech, and retail. Its full-service model suits startups and mid-size businesses wanting SEO paired with app and web development...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 46 Projects Listed
Our high-performing teams of 1000+ professionals aim to bridge gaps in performance and maximize a companys potential, regardless of time zone and geographical boundaries...
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- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
More leads. Higher conversions. Faster growth...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Ignite Visibility
AI LeaderRecognized for strong visibility across AI-powered search and answer engines.Ignite Visibility, Powered by Rallio AI, is an award-winning digital marketing agency for franchise, multi-location, and enterprise brands. 600+ experts plus one proprietary AI platform, managing 50,000+ franchise locations for 2,500+ brands...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Jungle Creatives
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Jungle Creatives offers SEO and AI visibility services covering keyword strategy, technical fixes, on-page optimization, local SEO, and structured data. Its integrated approach spanning branding, web design, and app development suits small businesses seeking steady, long-term organic growth...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 45 Projects Listed
Webby Award-winning enterprise digital experience agency specializing in connected commerce, Shopify Plus & AI-powered products. 21 years. Google, Lyft, HP, Nike, Porsche. $250k$1M+ builds. Inc. 5000 #1601. FT Americas' Fastest Growing #131. Part of Together Group. Encinitas, CA...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Encinitas, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
Vizion Interactive is a renowned digital marketing agency focusing on data-driven strategies. They offer comprehensive services, including SEO, eCommerce PPC, local listing management, social media marketing, web design, and more...
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- SEO
- PPC
- eCommerce
- AEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Smashed Media is an illustration, branding, and digital marketing agency which provides web development, graphic design, digital marketing, branding & corporate identity development services...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Victorville, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Pill Creative Studio is a branding agency for startups and growing companies ready to build distinctive, enterprise-ready brands and websites. We partner with clients who value strategic thinking as much as exceptional execution...
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- Branding
- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Logo Design
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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
- 13 Projects Listed
As a diversity-driven, woman-owned marketing agency, we believe in putting people first. Our team of artists, content creators, data nerds and marketing unicorns dream up and execute engaging campaigns that meet clients goals and audiences needs. We're ready for you. Are you ready for us?...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Burbank, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Urban Insight is the leading digital agency in Los Angeles, specializing in digital strategy, website design, development, and support. With a focus on project leadership, thoughtful design, and technical best practices, we create award-winning websites that drive success. Our proven track record and...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
RGray is an AI-accelerated, performance-oriented marketing agency for crypto, AI, SaaS, fintech, and tech companies. Since 2019, we've served 80+ tech businesses, supported 15 token launches, and raised $30M+ for our clients - earning a 4.9 rating on Clutch, with 15% of clients staying with us...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Marketing 1on1 is one of the best internet marketing companies with extensive digital marketing expertise that offers cutting-edge website marketing services to businesses of all sizes...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Boomcycle Digital Marketing is a B2B Search Engine Optimization and Search Engine Marketing agency. We specialize in getting your message in front of your ideal prospects through our proven Intelligent Web Design and SEO processes. We are headquartered in the San Francisco East Bay, and work with clients here...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Ramon, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
elk Marketing is a results-driven digital agency specializing in SEO, GEO/AI Search, paid media management, and website development, helping brands scale with precision and agility. But we dont just keep upwe stay ahead...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Welcome to CS Designs and Marketing. Fresno and Clovis's Digital Marketing Agency specializing in SEO & Web Design & Video Production as well as The Leading Website Designer in the Central Valley and Beyond!CS Website Design helps Central Valley business owners and local marketing teams improve the...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Fresno, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Web Design Mechanic creates clean, custom websites and digital experiences build to match your business goals. "No templates", just thoughtful design and smart development. We also offer digital marketing services like, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Online Reputation Management, and...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
- Video Production
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- Location
- Fremont, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hawke Media crafts tailor-made marketing solutions for every brand, big or small. We specialize in boosting your brand's visibility through Yahoo PPC within the Microsoft Search Network. Beginning with a meticulous audit and strategic plan, we continuously refine and optimize campaigns. Our dedication...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Affiliate Marketing
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- Location
- Santa Monica, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
CustomCreatives is an Agoura Hills, California based full-service digital marketing and graphic design agency founded in 2004. The firm specializes in delivering integrated branding, web development, SEO, PPC, social media advertising, and display marketing solutions for small to mid-sized businesses and...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Agoura Hills, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Brand Knew is a creative collective and strategic advisory that partners with media companies, causes and consumer brands, towards meaningful audience and growth...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- SEO
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Amplitude Digital is a Los Angelesbased, awardwinning digital marketing agency founded in 2004. The boutique team of approximately 3049 specialists delivers high-growth strategies in PPC, SEO, social media, and web design for e-commerce and fast-growing brands. A Google Premier Partner with multiple Tech...
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- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Burbank, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Sagon-Phior is a full-service creative agency specializing in emotional marketing and brand growth...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Package Design
- SEO
- Design Services
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Sociallyin, a dedicated social media agency, offers an array of result-oriented services to help brands establish a strong presence in the digital sphere...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
PX Media is a full-service digital marketing and creative agency based in Pasadena, California. With 24 years of experience, the agency delivers tailored solutions across web design, SEO, PPC, branding, content marketing, and managed hosting. Known for its emphasis on transparency and results, PX Media...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Pasadena, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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...
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- 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
Product design & marketing experts driving growth. Founded in 2013, Wandr is an award-winning Product strategy & UX/UI design agency...
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- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Digital Strategy
- UI/UX Design
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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
- 8 Projects Listed
Audiction helps brands with strong communitiesbands, creators, streetwear, gaming, action sportsturn fan passion into profit through Shopify-first merch marketing that delivers measurable growth...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Carlsbad, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Sunlight Media LLC specializes in professional web design, digital marketing services and mobile app development, helping businesses transform their digital presence. The Sunlight team delivers digital solutions that not only function seamlessly but also captivate & convert audiences into customers...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Show more
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 19 Projects Listed
We design highly polished iPhone, Android and Web Apps for startups and Enterprise clients...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- IoT
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Sunnyvale, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Whether you are starting a new business and need a logo and website to connect with your customers or are an already established company that needs to evolve to the next level – we have the talent, skill set and experience to successfully collaborate with you to take your brand to new heights...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Carlsbad, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
MyMediaDesigner is a bay area digital marketing boutique. We specialize in responsive website design, graphic design, video production, and collateral marketing...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We create new and optimize existing websites with SEO, content marketing, and conversion optimization...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Show more
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MJM Designz is a versatile web developer and creative specialist based in Orange County, California. It offers a wide array of services, including web development, web design, graphic design, website optimization, SEO strategy, and drone services...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Anaheim, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
The GCMG Agency was not created overnight. We are a byproduct of a 30-year evolution sparked by the broken agency model supporting a wide variety of industries. We saw our clients' frustrations and shortcomings from working with over-saturated agencies whose focus wasn't on their clients' needs. ...
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- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Agoura Hills, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
For the past 10 years, we have helped businesses create their brand presence and achieve their goals. Our process is designed to empower your brand and outfit your business with the marketing tools needed to succeed...
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- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Video Production
- Web Design
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- Location
- Brea, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Overly Social is a Marketing Agency in Los Angeles and Ventura County. Rated a Top Marketing & Media Company in Westlake Village. We strive in building the most engaging and profitable digital marketing strategies for your brand...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Advertising
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Westlake Village, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Mad Mind Studios, based in Los Angeles, is your go-to for comprehensive branding, web design, and SEO solutions. From custom websites to logo and packaging design, animation, pitch decks, and both on-site and off-site SEO, we're dedicated to positioning your brand for success...
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- Web Design
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Culver City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
The Dissin Design Team is obsessed with creating smart, functional and beautiful branding packages and websites that help you connect to your target customers. And they do it all with stop-on-a-dime service and without the pageantry and feet-dragging common to most boutique creative agencies. Let's talk about...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Mission Viejo, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Spider Bite Webs is here to provide web design solutions that are specifically crafted for your company's needs. Website layouts that pack a powerful punch and are certain to outperform even your most formidable rivals. Having your own website, on the other hand, is still the single most successful method to...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Beverly Hills, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
American General Media is a family owned company with a tradition method of a working that has values honesty, integrity and fairness for each other, our clients, and our audience...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Reputation Management
- SEO
- Location
- Santa Maria, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
A Digital Media Management Company SocialCatnip is comprised of professionals with experience in Digital Media, Marketing, Account Management, Sales, and Customer Service...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Santa Maria, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Trusted by clients from around the world, Ikigai has been standing out for over decade...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Branding
- Creative Services
- SEO
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Headquartered in Los Angeles, Hylink Digital is a leading independent full-service digital agency. They deliver results through technological evolution and innovation with a global presence and expertise in Travel, Healthcare, Automotive, B2B, Tech, E-commerce, CPG, Sports, and Luxury Industries...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Kiosk is a full-service marketing agency that connects the dots between insights and impact, creativity and conversion, people and purpose. Headquartered in Novato, California, we drive meaningful results by putting people at the heart of everything we do...
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- CRO
- Advertising
- Branding
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Novato, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $210/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
SEO Agencies in California by City
- Anaheim
- Beverly Hills
- Burbank
- Carlsbad
- Chula Vista
- Corona
- El Segundo
- Encinitas
- Fremont
- Fresno
- Glendale
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- Los Angeles
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- Oxnard
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- Santa Barbara
- Santa Clara
- Santa Clarita
- Santa Monica
- Santa Rosa
- Sunnyvale
- Temecula
- Thousand Oaks
- Torrance
- West Hollywood
- Westlake Village
- Woodland
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Frequently Asked Questions About SEO Companies in California
What red flags should I watch for when evaluating SEO agencies in California?
The most common red flags when evaluating SEO companies in California are guaranteed ranking promises, vague reporting, and agencies that can't explain their strategy in plain language before you sign. If they can't tell you clearly what they'll do and why, they won't be able to tell you why it isn't working either.
- Guarantees of a #1 ranking on Google: No SEO company in California or anywhere else can guarantee this
- No mention of link building sources: Where links come from matters as much as how many
- Strategy that's identical across industries: A local California restaurant and a B2B SaaS company need fundamentally different approaches
- Contracts that lock you in for 12 months with no performance benchmarks or exit clauses
- Proprietary reporting dashboards that don't connect to your own Google Search Console or Analytics data
- No clear point of contact: If you're passed between account managers in the first month, that's the pattern for the whole engagement
How long does it take to see results from a California SEO agency?
Most businesses working with an SEO company in California start seeing measurable movement in organic rankings and traffic within 3 to 6 months. However, meaningful business results, like leads or revenue tied to organic search, typically take 6 to 12 months.
The timeline depends heavily on how competitive your market is, how established your domain is, and how much foundational work needs to happen before rankings can move.
A California search engine optimization company that promises faster results without asking about your domain history, current technical health, or competition is telling you what you want to hear.
The honest answer is that SEO compounds over time. The agencies worth hiring will show you what to expect in months one through three versus months six through twelve, and tie those expectations to your specific starting point, not an industry average.
What do SEO companies in California charge that most buyers don't expect?
Most companies in California quote a monthly retainer that doesn't include several costs that directly affect results. Ask for a full breakdown of what's in the retainer and what will be billed separately before signing.
- Content production: Many California SEO agencies charge for retainer management separately from the content itself; blog posts, landing pages, and copy rewrites are often billed per piece
- Technical SEO audits: Initial site audits are sometimes scoped as a one-time project fee on top of the monthly retainer
- Link building outreach: Some SEO firms in California include a fixed number of links per month; additional placements cost extra
- Local SEO setup: Google Business Profile optimization, citation building, and local directory management are frequently quoted separately
- Reporting tools: Third-party rank tracking or analytics platforms are sometimes passed through to the client at a markup
How do I know if an agency is using tactics that could get my site penalized?
The tactics that get sites penalized, such as manipulative link schemes, keyword stuffing, cloaking, and AI-generated content at scale, rarely show up in a sales pitch.
You have to ask directly and watch how they answer: where do your links come from, and can you show me examples? A legitimate SEO firm in California will name specific publications, outreach methods, and link types.
Vague answers like “we have a network of partners” or “proprietary methods” are the answers you need to walk away on.
Also, ask whether their content strategy involves any AI-assisted production and how it's reviewed before publishing. Google's helpful content guidelines penalize low-quality scaled content regardless of how it was produced.
What does a bad SEO engagement look like, and how do I avoid it?
Bad SEO engagements follow a recognizable pattern: activity without accountability. Monthly reports full of metrics (impressions, crawl stats, keywords tracked) that never connect to traffic, leads, or revenue.
To avoid it:
- Set business KPIs at the start - organic traffic to key pages, leads from search, revenue attributed to SEO, not just ranking positions
- Require a 90-day roadmap before work begins, with specific deliverables per month
- Ask how they'll explain results if rankings improve but traffic doesn't; this happens, and how they handle it tells you a lot
How do I compare two SEO companies in California that look equally qualified on paper?
Give both the same brief with your site, goals, and competitive landscape, and compare what they diagnose, not just what they propose.
The best SEO company in California will identify specific issues with your current setup before telling you what they'd do. One that jumps straight to a service package without asking questions hasn't looked at your site yet.
Then ask each one: What would you prioritize in the first 90 days, and why? The answer reveals whether they're thinking about your situation or reciting their default process.
The California SEO agency that gives a more specific, more honest answer about what's realistic, even if it's less exciting, is usually the safer hire.
Should I hire a local California SEO specialist, or does location not matter?
For most SEO work, location doesn't affect quality because strategy, content, and technical optimization can all be executed remotely. But there are two cases where hiring a local agency adds real value:
- Local SEO: If your business serves customers in specific California cities or regions, an agency that understands local search behavior, California-specific directories, and regional competitors will outperform a generalist.
- Regulated industries: In healthcare, legal, finance, and similar niches, the California compliance context shapes what can and cannot be published.
Outside these two scenarios, prioritize process and track record over zip code.
What's the difference between an SEO consultant and an SEO agency in California?
An SEO consultant is typically one person; strategic, often experienced, and better suited to audits, advisory work, or guiding an in-house team. An agency brings together a team of strategists, content writers, technical SEOs, and link builders who work in parallel. The tradeoff is that consultants offer more direct access and flexibility; agencies offer more execution capacity.
Choose a consultant if you have internal resources to execute and need expertise to direct them. Choose an SEO firm in California if you need the full scope of work handled end-to-end. Budget is usually the deciding factor; consultants typically cost less per month, but agencies move faster on high-volume work.
How do I know if an SEO company in California understands my industry?
Ask them to walk you through how they'd approach keyword research for your category, not in general, but for your specific audience and buying journey.
A search engine optimization company in California with genuine industry experience will immediately talk about search intent, content types, and competitive dynamics specific to your space. One without it will describe a process that could apply to any client.
Also, ask whether they've worked with a direct competitor. Some buyers see this as a conflict; others see it as proof of category expertise. Either way, the answer and how transparently they give it tells you something useful about how they operate.
