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Krombera is an independent integrated creative agency founded in 2011 in Istanbul. We unite strategy, creativity and technology to build standout work for ambitious national and international brands across Turkey. Our services span ATL and BTL creative, social media management, digital marketing, media...
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- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are Jacobs & Clevenger, a full-service agency dedicated to crafting innovative marketing solutions. Our expertise spans direct marketing, digital strategy, advertising, and AI, ensuring your brand stands out and achieves measurable success...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Direct Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Red Lorry Yellow Lorry is an award-winning b2b technology PR, marketing and communications agency with offices in London, Boston, Los Angeles and Berlin. We service clients from many different sectors including AI, blockchain, broadcast, cybersecurity, enterprise IT and martech...
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- Video Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Build and ranking websites since the late 90's. More experience and SEO knowledge than any other St. Louis SEO company. Plus, a big team and a proven 4-step process to get you to the top of Google...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Grindstone Design is a digital marketing and website design firm located in Florida. We provide creative B2B solutions that assist companies in expanding their online presence. Custom WordPress website design, smart digital marketing, and complete social media management are all part of our offerings. We...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We offer transformative digital marketing solutions designed to propel your business to new heights. Our commitment to reshaping your digital growth journey ensures you receive innovative solutions that not only enhance your online presence but also maximize your return on investment...
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- Digital Strategy
- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Shay Smith Designs helps small businesses and entrepreneurs bring their creative visions to life through bold branding, strategic design, and engaging visuals...
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- Design Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Backed by 23 years of corporate sales and marketing. We deliver full-service social media management, combining strategy, content and execution to help brands grow...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Bathurst, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Rankon Technologies Pvt. Ltd. is a leading digital marketing and SEO agency based in India, trusted by businesses worldwide for delivering measurable online growth. With over a decade of experience, we specialize in SEO, Google Ads, Social Media Marketing, and Website Development internationally...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Development
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- Location
- Lucknow, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Ying Communications started with just two people who shared a love for the amazing innovations, exceptional engineering and industry-changing technology created by leading B2B companies. So these two geeks formed an agency to help these companies bring their stories to life and to share them with Asia. Today...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
- Public Relations
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Award-winning digital creative agency specialised in connecting global brands with Chinese consumers. Based in London and Shanghai...
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- Advertising
- SEO
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Auxilium Technology has become a trusted full-service digital marketing agency in Gaithersburg, Maryland. We helped hundreds of businesses across industries achieve measurable growth through SEO, website design, software development, social media marketing, paid ads, and more...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Gaithersburg, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Tenet Partners leads the way in corporate branding and product innovation. Our human-centered design approach integrates branding and innovation to create value for companies, employees, and customers. We transform experiences, accelerate growth, and deliver compelling brand journeys...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Digital Services
- Product Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
The brink of success is never quite what you expect. But here we are. One more step and your vision is in reach. Let Goodbeast guide you to strategic, creative, and experiential success...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a small boutique agency focused on branding, web design and development. We are relationship builder at our core and often become extended members of our client's teams. We have a design-first approach, which means we don't skip out on the importance of planning a thoughtful experience. We specialize...
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- Branding
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Data Street Marketing is a local, boutique style, full-service digital marketing and web design agency...
Top Services:
- Email Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Ridgeland, Mississippi
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
We are a digital services agency focused on helping our clients achieve their goals online...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Cliffedge is your go-to partner for retail expertise and shopper marketing. With our wealth of experience, we employ time-tested strategies that effectively boost sales and offer creative solutions to address the challenges of today's business landscape...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Alfa Developers is a web design and development team based in Bucharest, Romania. Our expertise is mainly on web development and e-commerce but lately, we are focusing more on custom web apps...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Loveridge Digital is a full-service media and marketing agency...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Wicklow, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Marketer Medley - Full-Service Marketing That Strikes the Right Chord! We're more than just a digital marketing firm; we're your strategic partner in growth. Our credibility is rooted in consistently elevating businesses to the top of Google rankings, doubling profits, and delivering unique, tailored...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
- PPC
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Fargo, North Dakota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We build bold brands with soul crafted to connect, designed to grow. From story to site, we make it unforgettable. Not just seen, but truly felt. And we're very confident to say, if you don't like. Don't pay.*...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Chennai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $170/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Meridian15 is a creative and performance studio in Calgary. One senior team designs and builds the website, makes the brand and the creative, and runs the paid media. Clients include Highwood Whisky, Sipp Vodka, Centennial Whisky and Airshine...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
built.lt is a two-person web studio in Kaunas, Lithuania. We build mobile-first websites for small Lithuanian businesses: car repair shops, florists, restaurants, a law office. Free first version in two days. Website from 600 EUR, maintenance 60 EUR per month, online store from 1 300 EUR...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Kaunas, Lithuania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
"We are a full-service digital agency built for the now. From web design, branding & digital marketing to full blown e-commerce stores we've got you covered!"...
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- Digital Services
- SEO
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Mullingar, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Codisweb is a dynamic digital agency specializing in custom website design, SEO, and social media marketing. We create tailored solutions to help businesses boost their online presence and reach their goals. From eye-catching websites to effective online campaigns, Codisweb offers a full range of services to...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Ittre, Belgium
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
NB Media Solutions, LLC is a Certified Wix.com-partnered agency based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We have been working with Wix.com exclusively for over a decade! We specialize in website design and search engine optimization (SEO) services...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Passionate videographer, digital marketer, game-changer, visionary, and dedicated entrepreneur, Ethan Johnson, is on a mission to provide his network with the necessary tools, skills, and methodologies to best market themselves online. EZJ Online is a digital marketing agency that specializes in helping...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Production
- Web Development
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our goal at ThumBrand is to provide long-term website development, support and hosting solutions to small and medium sized businesses. Our goal is to provide a fully-featured collaboration experience that will redefine how you outsource your website needs...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Plano, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are a responsive web design company that offers a complete range of strategic services, including responsive web design, web development, social media management, traditional advertising, and interactive marketing...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Greensboro, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Community Boost is the premier full-service nonprofit digital marketing agency dedicated to mission-focused organizations of all sizes and sectors...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At Terranova Marketing, we turn business vision into measurable results. With data-driven strategies and custom digital solutions, we enhance online presence and optimize marketing efforts.We ensure clear, transparent processes with detailed breakdownsno surprises. Beyond implementation, we provide...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are a female-owned creative and social agency based in Cape Town. We are an agency that strives to create meaningful connections between brands and their customers through creative solutions. The more visual, the more captivating. Allow us to assist you in expressing your unique brand visually with...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Services
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
A New York-based (Saratoga Springs & New York City) boutique digital marketing firm driving growth for start-up and growth stage enterprises...
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- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Content Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Saratoga Springs, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Get your website through us for small monthly fees that includes domain, hosting, SSL, Email accounts and website designed and developed by our proffesional developers on premium website deisgn. We have only 2 packages. Business website for £29/month and E-Commerce for £49/month. No addiontal cost, no setup...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Digital Marketing Agency con sede a Bologna e clienti in tutta Italia. Sviluppiamo strategie, campagne e attivazioni creative con un obiettivo: generare valore per i brand e per le persone...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Castenaso, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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
Grow your business online with Digital Hitmen, your partner in digital success.We offer expert SEO services for higher search visibility, captivating web design and development for a stunning online presence, and impactful social media marketing to engage your audience...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Perth, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Born in Melbourne Australia with offices in Melbourne and New York, we provide social, content, digital and creative services with a primary focus on four main industries hospitality, fashion & retail, beauty & wellness, and consumer goods...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Port Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We help mission-driven companies unlock category-defining growth and transform bold ideas into brands that shape tomorrow...
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- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
SHIFT is an integrated PR and communications agency specializing in B2B Technology, Healthcare and Consumer. With our Performance Communications approach, we create multichannel PR programs built for outcomes...
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- Public Relations
- Reputation Management
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a digital agency that works on the web and develops online relationships. We help companies pursue and achieve business objectives through digital marketing and communication tools. We support companies in the web environment to create value. We learn with enthusiasm the dynamics of different markets...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Padua, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
95Visual is a boutique digital marketing and web development agency founded in 2008 and headquartered in Santa Clarita, California, with additional offices in Los Angeles and surrounding SoCal regions. The small in-house team of web and marketing specialists supports small to mid-sized businesses...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
ROI Mantra is a digital marketing agency with a mission to help businesses grow their brands and profits through various digital marketing services...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $12/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Search Berg is a reputable enterprise SEO and digital marketing agency that offers various services, including SEO, Paid Marketing, Content Marketing, Website Design and development, Social Media Management, and Reputation Management...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Magnus Technologies is where creativity meets strategy. With a presence in the USA and UAE, we blend global expertise with local insights to craft digital experiences that captivate and convert. Our passionate team specializes in bold storytelling, cutting-edge marketing, and content that stops the scroll...
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- Web Development
- AI Development
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We are proudly boutique, that means we're deliberately compact so we can work closely, think deeply, and deliver with care...
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- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Product Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Lethabong, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
VELORIQ HEALTH helps healthcare practices turn their digital presence into a practical growth engine. We combine websites, SEO, paid media, CRM and automation to help clinics improve visibility, generate qualified patient enquiries and manage those enquiries more effectively...
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- Digital Strategy
- SEO
- Web Design
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
A Belgrade based Meta advertising agency working with coaches, consultants and consumer brands in the United States and Europe. The whole account is the job: offer and funnel audit before launch, Meta Pixel and Conversions API tracking rebuilt so the platform optimises on correct data, five to fifteen new...
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- Digital Marketing
- Media Buying
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Belgrade, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
At Dublite Productions our mission is to help brands connect to their audience through digital content with compelling storytelling. We’re trusted by some of the best companies in the world!...
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- Digital Marketing
- Video Production
- Print Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
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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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