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TechAvidus provides social media management across content creation, scheduling, community engagement, paid campaigns, and analytics for LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X. Backed by 10+ years of experience, it has delivered 100+ projects to global clients, including Pfizer and PYNORA...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $18/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 56 Projects Listed
Aimers specializes in paid social campaigns on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn for SaaS and tech brands, integrating ad creative, audience segmentation, CRM integration, and CRO into a single growth system. A verified partner of Google, Meta, and LinkedIn, it has managed $30M in ad spend...
Top Services:
- CRO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Direct Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
With 5 years of experience, we've powered 200+ projects in 18 industries. Big names like the US Embassy, Forbes, Club Med, Viessmann, Heinemann Duty Free, and Boucheron Paris trust us with their brands...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
Who are we? - We're a full-service B2B ad agency with years of experience managing campaigns on Google, LinkedIn, Reddit, Meta and other platforms.What value do we bring? - We will get you more qualified leads that convert into clients, saving your company time and money dealing with bad leads...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Since 2013 - We're a digital marketing agency GROWTH agency focused on marketing results - but only the ones that matter...
Top Services:
- Market Research
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Design Services
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- Location
- Jdeideh, Lebanon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
Content marketing agency helping brands grow audiences, generate demand, and turn attention into revenue through social media, SEO, AI discoverability (GEO), podcasting, and full-funnel systems...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Branding
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- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Turn Your Wants into Our Wins - Invest in Our All-in-One Marketing Team from $2500/month and you will receive:...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $24/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Boundify is a demand generation agency specializing in paid media with a strong focus on predictable data-driven growth...
Top Services:
- PPC
- CRM Consulting
- Digital Strategy
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Greenville, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 22 Projects Listed
From branding to marketing and web design, we help businesses find their "why" and implement it in all they do...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Branding
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
We are your technology partner for software innovation and market-leading solutions. Accelerate your business growth with our customer-led, insights driven and innovative solutions. With more than a decade of experience, Grawlix has possessed the capabilities and skilled resources to offer competitive and...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We're a growth-focused, full-service digital marketing agency. Our top-level talent will work with you to launch your brand and take your business to a new level...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Lancaster, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Transform your marketing with market pro - your trusted hybrid agency. Expert in-house teams delivering customized marketing and branding solutions for local and global businesses, regardless of niche or size...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Beyond Borders Marketing helps you cut through U.S. market barriers. When your visibility stalls and growth feels out of reach, we deliver strategy, content, and lead generation that turn uncertainty into momentum...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Potomac, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Elevate your business with Web Trending Solutions! Specializing in bespoke website design, SEO, digital marketing, and expert accounting and tax services, we empower your growth in Washington and nationwide. Focus on your strengths; let us manage the complexities. Join us to redefine success...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Tacoma, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a creative partner. Our clients aren't just satisfied but excited. We empower our clients to have access to their website...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Matthews, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
We are a Full Service Digital Marketing Agency! Our team is technically and professionally equipped to make every brand a success story...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
AdwayCreative is a Google Partner digital marketing agency based in Sofia, Bulgaria. Since 2007, our senior specialists have connected Google Ads, Meta advertising, web design, SEO, conversion optimization, video and analytics to help companies generate qualified inquiries, sales and sustainable dig...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Web Center is a Slovenia-based digital marketing agency with 10+ years of experience, delivering measurable growth through SEO, GEO optimization, Google Ads, Meta Ads, and web development. Led by Matic Kolar, we create tailored, data-driven strategies for businesses of all sizes, focusing on strategy...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Velenje, Slovenia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
NOW media is a branding and design solutions company creating unique brand identities and providing design services for clients across the globe. NOW specialises in name, logo and brand identity, packaging, sales collaterals and social media content...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Strategy
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 30 Projects Listed
Pangolin turns SaaS vision into sustainable, predictable, market-leading reality. Pangolin firmly believes that innovation in technology will solve the world's biggest problems. Our mission is to drive growth and positive change for tech companies with a purpose. We do this through three distinct but...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Advertising
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Kochi, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Traditional video production is expensive, time-consuming, and complicated.We handle your video end-to-end, taking care of all the creative details and marketing research, so you can focus on what you do, while we produce a video that sells for your business.Studies show that 87% of consumers say...
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- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Our systems combine Local SEO, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), and AI sales management to ensure the 2,500+ leads we generate across our accounts weekly don't just call they book while you focus on the job...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Video Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Linear Creative has earned its good name through years of hard work and dedication. We consistently provide exceptional results to a range of clients, including businesses large and small, as well as nonprofits looking for expert assistance with their projects. Our commitment to timely completion is what sets...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Email Marketing
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Alchemy is a strategy-led branding studio for ambitious SMEs. We work with businesses turning over £500k to £15M whose brand has fallen behind the company it now represents. Most engagements start with the Brand & Growth Workshop, run by Jess...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- Cardiff, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Jagged Crow Creative is a bespoke web design agency specialising in customized, high-converting websites that expand your company and differentiate you from the competition...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Mount Jagged, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
StudioAugustin is a Design Studio based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Frankfurt, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We offer a smooth and simple solution to navigating a otherwise complex world of social media for your business. Born and raised in NYC, where taxis move fast, parking is hard to find, and the buildings are tall...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At BINOCULAR, we pride ourselves on being a strategic marketing and communication partner committed to driving business growth for our clients. Our approach is straightforward yet powerful: we prioritize our clients' business objectives, crafting strategies and solutions that yield tangible results and drive...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Reputation Management
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
PR & Communications Services for Companies Expanding into Peru...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Reputation Management
- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- Lima, Peru
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Future Innovation LTD, the top web development company in Bangladesh. Our team has delivered 300+ projects across 20+ countries...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Nelumsoft offers end-to-end development services, from initial concept and design to deployment and ongoing support. Its expertise spans responsive websites, enterprise applications, and cloud-based SaaS platforms, all built with a strong focus on performance, security, and user experience...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- SEO
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- Location
- Colombo, Sri Lanka
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
In the Feed is a done-for-you content and engagement agency for post-revenue B2B SaaS and FemTech founders. We build the strategy, write the content, manage LinkedIn engagement, and report against pipeline, not impressions. The founder approves once a month. Everything else runs without them...
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- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We empower your brand's reach with effective strategies and innovative ideas, providing support and consulting for each business stage...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $29/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We serve as trusted advisors for C-suite executives, collaborating with you and your teams to unlock your B2B and B2C marketing potential through strategic transformation, ultimately leading to improved business and marketing outcomes. We support your go-to-market initiatives and marketing transformation...
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- Content Marketing
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
MotionGility is an award-winning Technology-driven Marketing Agency offering a 360° suite of creative, brand, and technology solutions...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
If you are looking for a creative agency that understands the importance of strategic branding for your business, we can help. Let's build a successful brand together!...
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- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Digital Services
- Web Development
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- Location
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We deploy and manage AI agents that handle your sales outreach, operations, marketing, customer communication, and technical work so you can focus on closing deals and growing your business...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Hilliard, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Trusted partners in bold thinking and brilliant content marketing that grows your impact. Known for surfacing data-backed insights and strategies that deliver results AND get you noticed by your customers/clients and competitors. If you're sick of lackluster digital marketing, talk to us...
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- Content Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- AI Development
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
JPG Designs is a company that specializes in web design and online marketing. We specialize in site design, logo design, search engine optimization (SEO), and internet marketing and are based in Warwick, Rhode Island. Allow JPG Designs to assist you in making your imprint on the web and increasing your online...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- East Greenwich, Rhode Island
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Meta Creative is a full service creative agency based in North Perth, Australia. For over 14 years, we've helped businesses reach new heights by focusing on the touchpoints that capture attention - Strategic branding, compelling websites and compelling social media. Whether you're an emerging startup, or...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Perth, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Level up your business with custom, market and competitive analysis-based marketing strategies for every sized company...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Clayton, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Web Business Marketing is your partner in SEO & PPC! We drive business growth with technical SEO, content optimization, link building, and local SEO. Our high-performance PPC campaigns on Google Ads, Bing, and social media maximize ROI. Plus, we create the best WordPress sites for you!...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Minsk, Belarus
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Bern-based social media marketing agency with a second office in Zurich. We manage Instagram and TikTok for Swiss SMEs, shoot Reels with our own team and run paid social campaigns that bring in customer enquiries and job applications...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Bern, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Belong Creative stands out as a premier branding agency in Sydney, committed to fostering a profound sense of belonging for brands, designs, and content. Through our innovative approach, we strive to create a cohesive identity that resonates authentically with the audience, establishing a lasting connection...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Video Production
- Web Design
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital marketing, SEO, PPC, web development & anything marketing in Cleveland and Northeast Ohio...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Fairview Park, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Work with Silver Mouse, a tech-enabled boutique digital marketing agency. We move beyond basic services by seamlessly integrating creative content, performance advertising, and AI-driven intelligence to build a scalable growth ecosystem for your brand...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With a focus on the inbound marketing methodology, we are experts in online and digital marketing...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Magnolia, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Marzo Creative is a Los Angeles Brand & Design Firm serving hospitality, CPG brands, startups, entertainment, professional businesses, and health and wellness brands. Branding, strategy, and creative direction, all in one place...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
RHG Marketing Communications offers the essential marketing support your business requires, encompassing a wide array of marketing services tailored to your needs. Navigating the complexities of marketing to foster business growth can be daunting, particularly for those without prior experience in this...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Branding
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- Location
- Epsom, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Moving Bytes, were a boutique digital agency where creativity meets precision. With a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, we craft tailored solutions that drive results and elevate brands in the digital world...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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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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