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TooGood is a 100% Kiwi-owned digital marketing agency in Auckland that specialises in making you money online. Utilising industry-leading knowledge, everything we do is focussed on rapidly growing leads or increasing revenue...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bidaya Marketing Communications specializes in dynamic marketing and PR solutions. Focused on creativity and strategic thinking, the agency offers digital marketing, media relations, event management, and PR consultancy services. Its dedicated team thrives on innovation and is committed to delivering...
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- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Amman, Jordan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Aim Set Win helps service businesses grow with high converting websites, SEO, Google Ads, and reactivation campaigns that turn past customers into new revenue. We back our work with responsive customer service, clear communication, and real support so you are never treated like just another account...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Eye-Digital.net is your go-to digital marketing partner, specializing in crafting innovative strategies that drive measurable results. From paid media and social media marketing to cutting-edge technology solutions, we empower businesses to grow, engage their audience, and achieve ROI-focused success. Let's...
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- Digital Strategy
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Bonita, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Specialist web design and digital marketing agency for beauty and aesthetics businesses. Helping clinics grow with bespoke websites, marketing, and advertising solutions...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Every campaign tells its own story. Instead of ready-made solutions, we create strategies tailored to your goals, with continuous optimization and innovations that ensure long-term growth...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Novi Sad, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital Honchos is a versatile digital agency offering SEO, link building, conversion rate optimisation, PPC campaigns, paid social management, Google Analytics, graphic design, and web development services...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Spectr is a Los Angeles creative studio built for brands with character. We handle everything from photo and video production to social media, websites, and brand campaigns so you can focus on running your business while we make it look exceptional. We work with restaurants, boutiques, beauty brands, and...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Setsail Marketing helps $1M+ businesses grow through performance marketing, web design, and video content. Based in Vancouver, were a B-Corp certified agency focused on delivering ROI not hype. Our in-house team builds creative and strategic systems that convert leads into long-term revenue...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Design Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Alpha Code A powerhouse of software, design, and digital magic. From sleek apps to standout branding, we code your ideas into real-world impact...
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- Digital Services
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
EasyThough was created to help companies scale their businesses in the simplest way online, developing personalized strategies and adapting new AI-driven processes that are effective for each client...
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- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Boynton Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
Simcon Media is your marketing engine - built for founders, creators, and small teams who don't have time to learn funnels, algorithms, or SEO. You've got the talent, the vision, the drive. But marketing? We turn your ideas into scroll-stopping content, smart strategy, and real results. No fluff, no...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Raleigh , North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Web Partner is South Africas. Leading Web Design Company building long-term relationships by offering premium, professional & affordable pay monthly digital management services...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Logo Design
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At GlobeSign, each project begins with a strategic consultation to fully understand the clients objectives, target audience, and digital goals. For this project, our goal was to deliver a tailored digital solution that enhances online visibility, engages users effectively, and drives measurable results...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Tootle Works, were a small, dedicated team based in Rochester, Medway, specializing in SEO, social media management, and website development to help local businesses succeed online. With an award-winning approach and a commitment to flexibility, we offer transparent marketing services without long-term...
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- SEO
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
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- Location
- Chatham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Promatic Tech is a leading digital marketing agency based in London, dedicated to helping brands grow and thrive online. We specialize in SEO, social media marketing, content creation, PPC, and data-driven strategies that deliver real results. At Promatic Tech, your success is our mission...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Scorise is a performance-driven digital agency specializing in SEO, Google Ads, Facebook Ads, LinkedIn Ads, TikTok, Spotify, and cold mailing. With over 15 years of experience and a certified Google Partner badge, we help businesses scale locally and internationally. Every month, we generate over PLN 10...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
intouch is a full-service creative digital agency headquartered in Lebanon, with regional branches across the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. Their offerings span strategy, branding, content creation, web & mobile development, digital media planning & buying, e-commerce, SEO and social media services...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Mtaileb, Lebanon
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We're flin, the digital marketing agency that brings content and performance marketing together. In Zurich, Lucerne and Bern...
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- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Zürich, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Pathfinder Marketing is a Perth-based digital marketing agency helping businesses in Australia and worldwide grow through data-driven, ROI-focused strategies. We specialise in SEO, PPC, social media, and online advertising that drive measurable business results. Our mission is simple: when our clients grow...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Nedlands, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
A results-driven mar-tech agency combining performance marketing, design, AI and modern full-stack development to build scalable, revenue-focused growth engines for ambitious brands...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- CRO
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- Location
- Ras Al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Strategy-led creative studio in Chicago building brand and product systems for Series A-B tech, fintech and healthcare companies. Founded by alumni of Apple, YouTube and FOLX Health, we design brands, design systems and Webflow sites your team can run without us...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Evanston, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $190/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Advanced Digital Automotive Group is a results-driven digital marketing agency built exclusively for the automotive industry. Since 2009, we've partnered with auto repair shops, collision centers, window tint studios, detailers, and paint protection specialists to accelerate growth through strategic online...
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- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Reputation Management
- SEO
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- Location
- Clearwater, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a premier website design company based in Accra, Ghana. We specialize in website design, SEO, website redesign, and digital marketing, offering top-notch solutions to elevate your online presence and help you stand out in the digital landscape...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Accra, Ghana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Dreamer Consulting transforms small businesses' ideas into measurable growth. Specializing in website design, SEO, Google Business Profile optimization, listings, and social media strategy, every solution is built to attract, convert, and retain customers. By combining clean design with smart systems like CRM...
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Lake Charles, Louisiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
AF Marketing is a leading OnlyFans management agency based in Spain, working with content creators across Spain, Mexico, Colombia, Argentina and the United States. We provide full account management including social media strategy, subscriber growth, PPV optimization, professional chatting and monthly...
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- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Boost My Spot is a marketing agency in Doral for Florida's independent local businesses. Google Business Profile, local SEO, websites, reviews, social and AI visibility — one team, not five vendors. English, Spanish, Russian, Italian, French. Free five-page audit in 48 hours, no sales call...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Doral, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Sure Marketing is a boutique digital marketing agency based in Bend, Oregon, specializing in custom website development, premium social media management, and digital strategy. We serve clients in automotive, legal, financial services, and professional services. Sister company to The NW Collective, we offer...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Bend, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Marketing and communication agency based in Bergamo, Italy. We help B2B and B2C companies grow with measurable results: strategy, Google and Meta advertising, SEO, websites and e-commerce, and visibility on AI assistants (GEO). IdeasActionsResults method, data-driven. 500,000+ leads generated since 2020...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Video Production
- Digital Strategy
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Bergamo, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Quixify is a healthcare-focused digital marketing agency helping doctors, clinics and medical tourism brands grow through Medical SEO, GEO and AI search visibility, Google and Meta Ads, conversion-focused websites, content, video and analytics...
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- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Digital Strategy
- AEO
- CRO
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- Location
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
CoStrivv LLC is a startup strategy and storytelling studio helping early-stage founders turn bold ideas into clear, credible, and fundable startups. From startup strategy and market validation to brand identity, messaging, websites, and growth, we build the foundation founders need to launch with confidence...
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- Business Consulting
- Market Research
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Truelogic is the digital marketing partner in the Philippines that turns real insights into measurable growth...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- AEO
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Makati, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
Etesian Marketing is an Eindhoven-based online marketing agency that helps businesses generate more leads and customers through targeted digital marketing strategies, campaigns, and data-driven optimization...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
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- Location
- Eindhoven, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
GenzPro Marketing is a Dubai-based digital marketing agency helping local service businesses grow through SEO, paid advertising, content marketing, and conversion optimization. Founded in 2024, GenzPro combines traditional search with emerging AI-driven search to build sustainable visibility, qualified leads...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- AEO
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
Embrace the digital age with our comprehensive suite of services. Learn to assess your business's current efficacy and develop a dynamic roadmap tailored to you! We also offer high-level training on driving successful change within organisations and optimising Digital Marketing tactics such as SEO, website...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
I Knowledge Factory Pvt. Ltd is a force to be reckoned with in the digital marketing arena. We specialize in all things digital. In other words, we are your ideal digital marketing genie! We have 18+ years of industry experience and expertise to help solve even the toughest of your digital marketing...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We believe that communication is an integral part of brands themselves, not just a marketing mask, and that every brand deserves an approach as individual as they are. We learn about our clients' businesses and the challenges they face, which means we look wherever we need to find the right answers.For that...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Greenstone Media is a full-service digital agency that is dedicated to developing custom software and mobile app solutions that work, creating gorgeous websites that make a statement, and marketing media that delivers results...
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- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Asheville, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A dynamic, modern inbound marketing agency offering result driven campaigns within the digital marketing arena.Whether you require one specific service or the whole digital package, we will work with you to ensure we reach the desired results for a successful return on investment.Crucially, we take the...
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- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- eCommerce
- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Worthing, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
iShore Software Solutions is an agile software development company in India providing website development services, mobile app development services and digital marketing services for startups, small business and large enterprises across the world. We are a leading agile product & software development company...
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- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Web Design
- SEO
- Software Development
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We believe in our work as a base to generate a communication focused on who you are and your clients need to know about you. We do this through appropriate strategies, developing and joining the pieces that reach your audience, completing the experience of your brand.We design and communicate together.The...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Guadalajara, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Marla Communications are a team of brand and digital specialist with a unique blend of skills in web design, graphic design, digital marketing and effective marketing strategies. We have helped hundreds of businesses reach their full potential by helping them communicate their unique selling point...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Email Marketing
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Waterford, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Amazing7 Studios is a leading website design & development company based in Palm Harbor, Florida, USA. Started in 2014, the company provides services such as Website Design, Logo Design, Graphic Design, Explainer Video, Product Package Designing and more solutions across the globe...
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- Branding
- eCommerce
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Palm Harbor, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $18/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Viewy digital is the best ecommerce and ecommerce mobile app development company in Dubai, UAE...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We started with a simple aim – to secure online success for our clients (nothing less would do). We wanted to be more than all mouth and no trousers stepping away firmly away from the crowd...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Smartners Business Service is an online agency which focuses on the growth of businesses all over the world. We assist with many business solutions such as attracting new+current customers, better branding of the business, increasing sales, optimizing operations using technology, and much more. Some of the...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Digital Development and Marketing Ccompany helping businesses grow and expand their reach by developing solutions, delivering brand management and marketing strategies to expand the business canvas and profitability...
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- Branding
- Web Development
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Middletown, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
FDI Creative Services is Your One Stop, Website Design and Internet Marketing Resource. We have been providing web design and marketing solutions to companies around the globe since 1996. We offer creative and unique designs to each project we complete. No templates or canned websites here...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Igniting Success Through Innovative Marketing. Our passionate team crafts WOW-worthy campaigns that transcend industry norms. Stay ahead with our cutting-edge solutions and tailored strategiesyour success, our masterpiece...
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- Graphic Design
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- Content Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Click Thru Marketing is a Florida SEO and Digital Marketing Agency. We offer full-service digital marketing packages including Search Engine Optimization, Website Design, Social Media Marketing, Logos, & Pay Per Click advertising. Reach out today!...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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- 1 Project 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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