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Asteroid Production is a premier video production house and digital marketing agency in Gurgaon. We provide a complete "lens-to-lead" solution for modern brands. Starting in our state-of-the-art chroma studio, we handle high-end filming and expert post-production, then seamlessly transition your content into...
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- Creative Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Gurgaon, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Sparkmance is a Jaipur-based digital agency providing comprehensive technology and marketing solutions designed to help businesses grow online. The agency combines website and mobile app development, digital marketing, influencer marketing, developer staffing, and AI automation under one team...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bring your brand to life through captivating storytelling with Story Orb, a Full Service Digital Marketing Agency focusing, creative design, social media management, Web design & branding...
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- Social Media Marketing
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- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects 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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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- East Liverpool, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $21/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Ghost Writing Venture offers ghost writing and editing, illustration, book covers, author's bio's, Marketing on Times Square ,marketing, publishing, video trailers, audio books, authors websites , consulting and copyright registration services...
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
AR Tech Solutions we believe in Innovation, customer-centricity, integrity & sustainability. We work tirelessly to stay ahead of industry trends and deliver cutting-edge solutions that help our clients succeed in a rapidly changing world. Our service range includes Implementation, Support, Training, Upgrade...
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- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- CRM Consulting
- Cloud Consulting
- Blockchain
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- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We offer specialized services in graphic design, UX design, web and multimedia development, SEO, SEM, marketing, hosting and web domains, support for computer equipment, data networks, structured cabling, and CCTV...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Growing your business in this digital world is essential nowadays. If you want to be successful in business, you can hire the top-oriented services of Heylin Spark. We are a leading firm in the PR, media relations, reputation management, digital marketing, investor relations, strategic, policy research and...
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- Public Relations
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- Digital Services
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Video Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Marbella, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Custom software solutions, software products, websites, social networks, digital marketing, consultancy...
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- Software Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Podgorica, Montenegro
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Atoms Digital Solutions is a leading digital marketing agency and software development company based in Andhra Pradesh, India. We specialize in healthcare digital marketing for hospitals, doctors, clinics, and allied services. Our team also builds scalable websites and custom CRM tools that streamline...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Video Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Guntur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Magnitude of Change amplifies the messages of changemakers like governments and their adjacent agencies, nonprofits, and purpose-driven brands. We infuse behavior change tactics into programmatic campaigns, allowing us to reach community members at key moments for max reach and ultimately, impact...
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- Digital Marketing
- Media Buying
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a small business consulting firm specializing in Business Strategy and Development Services in Public Relations, Business Management, and Information Technology. Our primary objective is to assist companies, business executives, and entrepreneurs in achieving success through custom services that...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- Omaha, Nebraska
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Bitwise is a versatile agency specializing in the development of apps, web apps, and websites, along with offering services in PC assembly, component design, and smart tool integration. With our expertise spanning multiple digital domains, we provide comprehensive solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs...
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- CRM Consulting
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Grosseto, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We specialize in strategy and design to assist our clients in enhancing their online presence and fulfilling their marketing goals...
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- Branding
- Public Relations
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Columbia, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Weblabs is a digital solutions company that builds intelligent software, web platforms, and AI-driven systems designed to help businesses grow and operate more efficiently. The company combines strategy, design, engineering, data analytics, and cloud technologies to develop scalable digital products that...
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- Product Design
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Karibu is a web development and digital marketing agency specializing in performance marketing, based in Athens, Greece, serving clients worldwide, such as Norway and Kenya...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Social Hackettes is a Miami-based social media management agency built for small businesses that know they should be consistent online but never have the time. We handle the whole engine: content creation, daily posting, audience engagement, and growth strategy, all tied to real business outcomes like leads...
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- Market Research
- Branding
- SEO
- Reputation Management
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Agency Digitas is a performance-driven digital growth agency helping brands scale through performance marketing, SEO/GEO, social media, lead generation, creative, website development, and e-commerce growth.We combine strategy, creativity, and data to generate qualified leads, conversions, and measurable...
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- Digital Marketing
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We help government ministries, municipalities and public institutions reach citizens. Since 2012 Mashrokit has run social, paid media, strategy and video for Israel's public sector — media buying paired with messaging that earns trust, not sells...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Media Buying
- Content Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut, Israel
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Craft & Slate is a premium creative agency specializing in creative, digital, and strategic solutions, designed to help businesses achieve sustainable growth...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Romford, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
With over 7 years of experience in managing all aspects of digital operations, we offer exceptional and dependable services to elevate your business. Our expertise includes website design, website maintenance, email marketing, and social media management, tailored to help businesses achieve their full...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Logo Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Inspired by the concept of "business of experience", we embody our mission of providing excellent experiences in our client's relationships with all parties interested in their business, with positivity, innovation, trust and sustainability...
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- Digital Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Oliveira de Azeméis, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
DFC Studio is a digital and e-commerce agency specializing in brand development in the Chinese market. With offices in Beijing and Lyon, we support prestigious clients such as TotalEnergies, the French Embassy, and fashion brands like Pyrenex in their growth across China. Our bicultural team, made up of...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- eCommerce
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Beijing, China
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Hotel and Holiday Rentals revenue management service and digital marketing to boost your direct bookings...
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- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Malaga, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Le Asesoramos, Analizamos y Ayudamos a que su plan de Marketing Digital o en Medios Masivos en todo el mundo, sea el más óptimo y Rentable consiguiendo aumentar su ROI significativamente en un tiempo adecuado en donde podamos medir un mejor rendimiento...
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- Web Development
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- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
From on to off, from graphic design to UX/UI. We are a dynamic and flexible company that works with different specialists depending on the project at hand. Based in Málaga, Andalucía, Spain, we works in projects all around Europe...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
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- Location
- Málaga, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
ident-IT, based in Graz, Austria, is a leading digital agency specializing in web and app development, graphic design, social media marketing, and video design. Since 2018, our expert team has combined analog and digital creativity to deliver unique, high-quality solutions. We prioritize efficiency, empathy...
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- Digital Services
- SEO
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Graz, Austria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
ProUp Media is a Rome-based marketing and communication agency that helps businesses strengthen their brand presence and achieve measurable growth. The agency combines strategic marketing, content creation, and digital communication to deliver impactful results. Their services span social media management...
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- Video Production
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With over a decade of cutting-edge experience, this Canadian firm stands head and shoulders above the competition in online reputation management. Their custom software is just the beginning: they also boast top publishing contacts to maximize coverage and widespread recognition for their clients...
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- Reputation Management
- Public Relations
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Netlynx Inc executes multi-channel social media strategies across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, YouTube, and Pinterest, combining brand-first content strategy, audience targeting, and ongoing DM and ad support. With 12+ years in the market, it has worked with 1,200+ clients across 50+ industries...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- Fairfax, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
Perception is always ready to provide a wide variety of consulting services in PR and communication in an aligned strategy with your perspective. Expertise in the health industry. 360 approach for all communication services. Excellent relationships with Greek media and journalists...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Public Relations
- Reputation Management
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Chalandri, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are celebrating 10 years of producing commercials, documentaries, animated, promotional, institutional and corporate in high format for film, television, web and emerging platforms...
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- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Bogota, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
HUGE Creative Agency is a creative digital marketing and branding company based in Eastern Europe. It focuses on turning brand concepts into full experiences across strategy, design, content, and performance marketing for local and international clients...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Parvi is an agentic AI agency for marketing and sales. We embed a Growth Strategist plus a team of AI agents into your company, covering search, paid media, measurement, content and sales. The growth work you never had time for gets done, on the budget you already have...
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- SEO
- PPC
- AEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Helsinki, Finland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital media firm with 12+ years brand-building experience & 25+ years in IT. We specialize in AI automation & transformation, web design, social media marketing, graphic design &video creation. For gov. clients, we provide strategic analysis and program/project mgmt. >>PMP & DHS 508 Trusted Cert...
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- Web Design
- Video Production
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Leesburg, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Purplefish is a full-service UK-based communications agency. We offer strategic campaigns that enhance brand awareness, engage audiences, and support organizations nationally and internationally. Our services include creative concepts, news copy, social media strategy, digital communications, issues...
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- Public Relations
- Reputation Management
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Your trusted digital partner for expert website design, development, and growth-focused marketing solutions...
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- Email Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
The Customer Story specializes in creating compelling customer stories and corporate videos. With over a decade of experience, they offer services like testimonial video production, event video production, video editing, and social media video content and more. Serving a diverse clientele, they excel in...
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- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Stribe (strive + tribe) is an award-winning creative agency. We help mission-driven organizations build awareness around the work that drives real change...
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- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Woodbridge, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
h2a, communication agency in Luxembourg since 2004: 13 experts in strategy, design and digital for companies and institutions...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Luxembourg, Luxembourg
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
We are one of Austrias leading digital agencies. Formed out of a rock band. 50+ fixed employees work at our offices in Vienna, St. Pölten and Linz. Our services include consulting, design, programming and digital marketing...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Vienna, Austria
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Kurtz Digital Strategy develops online marketing and communication strategies for clients that achieve critical business goals. We ensure you develop and nurture mutually beneficial relationships between your organization and your target audiences.We use content, websites, social communities , search...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Lovettsville, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $145/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Ask the Egghead is a full-service WordPress web design and development agency. An Egghead will help you develop ideas and projects, transform your organization, and grow your business...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Percepto is a group of digital strategists, thinkers, and storytellers who offer online communications solutions to high-profile business leaders, brands, and organizations. Percepto's services include online reputation management, executive personal branding, content strategy, social media management, and...
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- Reputation Management
- Public Relations
- Content Marketing
- Branding
- SEO
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- Location
- Tel Aviv, Israel
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Addison Clark is a full-service marketing agency designed to operate alongside your business. We take a holistic, functional approach to marketing, bringing a massive number of services together under one roof to drive real business outcomes...
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- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Web Development
- Branding
- Video Production
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- Location
- Richmond, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a full-service Strategic Marketing Firm. Your go-to source for Fractional CMO expertise for service-based SMEs...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Providence, Rhode Island
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At STOLBER Digital, we focus on efficiency to drive value. We follow the 80/20 principle and apply it to all of our systems and processes. We don't do things just to look good or be active; we focus on the things that matter. We have extensive experience in the SEO world...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Stillwater, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bake is a Rome-based creative agency specializing in brand strategy, visual identity, web design, UX/UI design, SEO and digital marketing. We help companies, organizations and ambitious brands build distinctive identities and effective digital experiences by combining creativity, technology and strategic...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bigmouth Creative is a purpose-driven brand and marketing agency that helps brands find their voice and amplify their impact. As a Certified B Corp, we blend strategy, design and storytelling to build brands that are as human as they are effective—helping companies and organizations do well by doing good...
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- Branding
- eCommerce Development
- Email Marketing
- UI/UX Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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6 Frequently Asked Questions About Social Media Marketing Companies
What services do social media marketing companies provide?
Social media marketing companies provide a comprehensive range of services that span strategy development, content creation, and optimization. Here are some of their core services:
- Social media strategy
- Content creation
- Paid social
- Community management
- Influencer marketing
- Analytics and reporting
Some companies also offer broader digital marketing services, including search engine optimization (SEO), paid media, email marketing, video marketing, public relations (PR), and landing page optimization.
What social media channels should your business prioritize?
For business-to-business (B2B) organizations, LinkedIn is often a top priority, while X may also be useful, depending on your industry and whether real-time conversations matter to your brand.
For business-to-consumer (B2C) brands targeting younger consumers, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok are often stronger options.
According to the Pew Research Center, 95% of 18-29-year-olds use YouTube, followed by Instagram at 80% and TikTok at 63%.
A reputable social media marketing company should recommend a channel mix based on your goals, target audience behavior, and the type of content you can produce consistently.
When should you partner with a content creator vs. an influencer?
Partner with a content creator for asset creation. Conversely, choose an influencer for the audience. Here are more details about the differences between each to help you with your decision:
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| Who are they? | Experts in their specific field who create engaging and educational content for a specific topic, niche, or format | Individuals with an established audience who can shape opinions and promote brands, products, or ideas |
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How to measure the ROI of your social media efforts?
To measure the return on investment of your social media efforts, first clarify the business outcome you want to achieve with your social media campaign. For example, generating leads, sales, or demo requests.
Next, track key performance indicators (KPIs) tied to that goal, such as engagement rate, click-through rate, conversion rate, cost per lead, and return on ad spend (ROAS). Use attribution models, analytics tools, and UTM parameters to connect social activities to business results.
Industry benchmarks can provide helpful context, but they vary by platform, industry, and methodology. Here are benchmarks from an Emplifi research report to help you gauge campaign performance:
- Instagram
- Median engagement rate: 16.9%
- Cost per mille (CPM): ~$2.50, with ad spend per account reaching $5,100
- Facebook
- Median engagement rate: 1.4%-2.5%
- CPM: ~$1.40-$1.70, with ad spend per account reaching $8,500-$11,200
- TikTok
- Median engagement rate: 27.6%
- CPM: ~$1.00-$1.30, with ad spend per account reaching $14,900
How long until you see the results of your social media marketing campaigns?
Paid social campaigns generate results within a few days or weeks, but organic social media may take at least 3 months.
For organic social media, you might see initial follower growth and engagement within the first few weeks of regular posting. After 1-3 months, your account may gain traction as content performance improves, and audience engagement becomes more consistent.
By months 3-6, you may start producing qualified leads, stronger brand recall, and sales impact, especially for newer brands that are still building and refining their strategies.
Paid media campaigns, by contrast, can generate visibility, traffic, and conversions within days or weeks, but long-term performance will depend on creative quality, targeting, budget, and optimization efforts.
Ultimately, the time required to see meaningful results depends on your brand awareness, content quality, posting consistency, audience targeting, offer strength, and your broader marketing strategy.
What are the top social media marketing companies?
We have curated a list of top social media companies on DesignRush across multiple price points, so you can identify a vendor within your budget.
| High budget: $50,000+ |
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| Low budget: $25,000-$50,000 |
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Beyond budget, our agency directory allows you to filter agency profiles by location, area of expertise, agency reviews, client types, team size, and hourly rates.
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