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Elevate your digital presence with a Versatile, Immersive & Zealous solution that captures attention, ignite curiosity, and inspire engagement. Dimension VIZ is a leading creative digital marketing firm that specializes in providing innovative solutions to help businesses elevate their online presence. Our...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
- SEO
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
We spec the capability, then build the team. Marketing and uniquely skilled roles from the Philippines, since 2006...
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- Staff Augmentation
- BPO
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Makati, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $9/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
In I AM ONLINE we support businesses to reach their goals. Assisiting with setting up accounts in different mediums and platfroms to establishing a strategy, we stand by their side on their journey to success...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Strategy
- WordPress Website Design
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Thessaloniki, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 23 Projects Listed
Pair'd Up! stands as a social media marketing agency dedicated to fostering business growth through innovative and impactful strategies. Our passion lies in assisting brands in discovering their unique voice and connecting with the right audience, effectively converting them into valuable customers. Committed...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Content Marketing
- Location
- Lewisville, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Correct Digital, Inc is a website design and marketing agency based in South Florida. Our list of clients includes many successful startups and well established companies. Get to know us better by reaching out online. We provide inquiring leads with comprehensive keyword research, SEO audits, and competitor...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 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...
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- 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
The metropolitan region around Austin, Texas is home to the social media management and marketing organization known as Millenium Media Management. With the development of quality content, marketing strategies, advertising placements, search engine optimization, and reputation management, Millennium is able...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
I Press functions transversally in various fields of communication, constructing articulated projects that develop like a story and are the result of an exchange and sharing of visions, ideas, and values with our interlocutors...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- Catania, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digitology is a Digital marketing agency in Egypt that was founded in 2015, Digitology is your go-to integrated digital marketing agency. During short years, weve been employing our services to our clients and partners with tailored & creative digital services from digital strategies to social media &...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- Giza, Egypt
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Right Girl Media is a virtual agency that assists entrepreneurs with their social media and back end so they can continue to focus on growing their dream business!Our vision is to create impactful and authentic relationships through quality content...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Holy Marketing is a full-service marketing agency specializing in influencer marketing as a high-performance channel for both B2B and B2C. With over 13 years of experience in the Latin American and U.S. markets, we help businesses leverage the power of influencers and celebrities to drive measurable results...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- Newark, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Mooch Creative is a UK-based creative and digital marketing agency that helps ambitious brands align strategy, creativity and performance. Based in the West Midlands and Worcestershire, Mooch works with B2B, manufacturing, engineering and professional services organisations, delivering brand strategy, design...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- Bromsgrove, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Voronyx is an agency focused on building authentic connections by leveraging trusted healthcare voices to engage audiences more effectively. They help brands connect with patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals through credible, people-driven communication. By prioritizing trust and genuine...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- Wayzata, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We create deep, lasting connections. Every strategy is designed to connect and build futures...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
- Digital Strategy
- Branding
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- Location
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Athens-based digital agency delivering web design, development, e-commerce, and Odoo solutions to 130+ clients across Greece and internationally. 10 years in. 5.0 stars. Always on time, always on budget...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Digital Services
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
Olive Street Design is a premier web design, graphic design, ecommerce, and search engine optimization (SEO) firm based in the Chicago area (Elmhurst and Villa Park) and Lake Geneva, WI, although we serve clients from all over the United States. For all of your marketing requirements, including branding...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Our podcast "Brain Box" was voted 9th pan-India by Spotify in 2022 with over 5k YT subscribers. We've helped 35+ B2B & B2C clients in building or growing their brands thro GTM strategy, content marketing, personal branding, media production & influencer marketing. This is our 3rd startup...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Business Consulting
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 20 Projects Listed
Marsden Marketing is an award-winning B2B full-service digital marketing agency delivering strategy, branding, content and demand generation programs that drive revenue growth. Serving clients worldwide, we are a Salesforce/Pardot Partner and the premier HubSpot Partner based in Atlanta...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Impactful Marketing for eCommerce and Home & Lifestyle Brands...
Top Services:
- eCommerce
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Ottawa, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Maximize is a results-driven web design and digital marketing agency that custom tailors the best strategies to help you achieve your goals. We combine creativity and technology to build websites and marketing strategies to make your business thrive in today’s competitive Internet marketplace...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Design Services
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- Location
- Hoboken, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $87/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
We at Exito Studio are developing web projects that help businesses launch or improve their online performance. We have experience from 2015 in website and online stores. So far we have been serving over 200 clients. View more https://exito.bg...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Dupnica, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
ADM is a performance marketing agency specializing in eCommerce and healthcare. Our approach is centered on client success, underpinned by our extensive knowledge, transparency, and experience...
Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
We are one of the fastest-growing full-service Internet Marketing Company focused on implementing cutting-edge, targeted resolutions to customise the excellent mix of digital marketing services. By understanding your most lucrative business lines, and operational provocations, we provide a more sophisticated...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
ZTS Infotech is a 5-star rated full-stack software development company, launched in 2011. Our team of certified software developers use cutting-edge technologies to provide top-quality end-to-end software application development, including the front end and back end, intending to find the...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- PPC
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At IMA, we are the leading agency for digital influencer marketing, helping brands engage and activate audiences worldwide through top influencers. Using our unique expertise, we develop and execute creative influencer marketing strategies to amplify your brand story at scale...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Walla is a creative partner for funded startups who need high-quality, on-brand design but don't have time to build an in-house team. We plug in like your internal design crew, giving founders, marketing leads, and growth teams the support they need to scale smarter and move faster...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
idfive Baltimore, MD based integrated marketing firm. Our work is successful because we embrace informed design as the grounding principle behind every project...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Web Development
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- Location
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
PathSeekers is a leading marketing consulting and digital marketing company that provides businesses with effective and innovative marketing solutions to help them grow and achieve their goals...
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- Branding
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Brampton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Insign US is a marketing agency focused on multi-location brands.Scaling across locations is complex: each market has its own realities.We help networks manage different models (corporate and franchise), audiences, competitors, and local regulations adapting locally and staying consistent...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Beverly Hills, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
CloutBoost is a data-driven, acquisition-focused marketing agency that excels at connecting brands with gamers. Cloutboost' core services include influencer marketing, public relations, and performance marketing...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At Oak Street Social, we are a boutique social media marketing firm committed to transforming distinctive brands into well-known household names...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Planeteria Media is a Santa Rosa, Californiabased digital agency specializing in website design and development for municipalities, public agencies, and private enterprises. Since 1999, the agency has delivered over 500 websites, offering scalable, accessible, and user-friendly digital solutions. Planeteria...
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- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- IT Services
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- Location
- Santa Rosa, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Our goal is to bring all your digital needs under one roof. All design, development, and marketing needs can be accessed through just one company now. One call, one meeting, as opposed to one for each agency or freelancer working on your projects. Kodeak simplifies your digital presence...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Tucson, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Creative Web Designs, LLC is a proudly 100% woman-owned digital design agency dedicated to helping businesses achieve measurable growth through custom web design, website maintenance, SEO, and marketing solutions. Founded and led by Cindi Martin an accomplished designer and strategist...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 20 Projects Listed
Pixel Kicks are experts in creating best-in-class ecommerce experiences using either Shopify or WooCommerce. Our Manchester-based agency specialises in helping businesses grow their businesses online to increase sales and conversions...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Anyone can create a business page online and post a variety of content on various platforms. That's the easy part! But it takes a certain skill set, creativity, technical knowledge to create impactful and memorable social media posts...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- Chambers Flat, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
LPS Brands is a Digital Marketing Agency based out of Dubai.We serve clients across multiple divisions in Digital Marketing such as Content marketing, Influencer marketing, TikTok marketing, Social Media Marketing and so much more.We also provide 360 media services such as PR, video production...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a boutique digital marketing firm. We prefer to focus on the things we know we do well instead of trying to be kind of good at a bunch of stuff. If you want a personal touch with results we are the choice for you. We are selective about the projects we take, and you should be selective too...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Founded in 2006, ComIT International is a trusted leader in Software Development and Digital Marketing. From our headquarters in Serbia, with branches in Sweden, Australia, and UAE, we empower businesses worldwide with innovative and efficient solutions, driving sustainable growth and success...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Belgrade, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
ScinoRx Technologies serves as your premier destination for business-centric website development, specializing in enhancing customer engagement and driving business growth through our comprehensive digital experience services. With our tailored solutions, we empower companies to thrive in the digital...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Services
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Hillsborough Township, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We are providing businesses with scalable, extensible software and mobile applications to give them a competitive edge in the market...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Blockchain
- WordPress Website Design
- PPC
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
At Lure Digital, we specialize in creating compelling commercials, corporate videos, and engaging social media content. Our focus is on delivering high-quality visual storytelling that effectively communicates your brand's message and resonates with your audience...
Top Services:
- Video Marketing
- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Santa Barbara, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Your local SEO firm to whom you can outsource SEO, SEM, and Link building for reserving the very first page of Google and other search engines...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Navicosoft: A Global Award Winner, Premier Aussie digital partner since 2008. Digital marketing services, Web design & development, SEO, Social Media Marketing and much more. Serving 17000+ clients globally with top-tier digital solutions and 24/7 support...
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- Digital Services
- CRO
- Business Consulting
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Robben Media is a Moberly, MO agency that helps local businesses grow with SEO, PPC, web design and site support. No fluff, no vanity metrics—just data-backed strategies that drive real traffic, real leads and real revenue...
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- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Web Design
- PPC
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Moberly, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Agência Converse is a Brazilian performance-driven Martech specialized in building predictable revenue engines for B2B companies and high-ticket businesses. We integrate branding, paid media, inbound marketing and CRM into a single growth architecture aligned with sales...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- Content Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Salvador, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Enhance the online presence of your brand by partnering with S & Y Digital Marketing. As a premier agency, we specialize in the art of dynamic social media marketing and the development of comprehensive digital strategies. Our core focus is to stimulate engagement, broaden your reach, and facilitate growth...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Location
- Quezon City, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are an Eco-responsible digital agency specializing in branding, UX/UI and website design...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- SEO
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Bordeaux, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We seek to give brands a voice in the racily growing market of Brazil.Bold Creators Club consists of of an expertly trained team of creative minds, talent strategists and managers who are motivated to work with you at any stage of your influencer marketing plan...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- Munich, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
DigiKai Marketing is a full service digital marketing agency winning for small businesses in Houston and Las Vegas. We help your business standout online, get found, and get chosen over your competition...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- 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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