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Design Agency specialized in Branding and Advertising located in Madrid...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Package Design
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a one-stop digital marketing and web design agency based in Singapore. Our services cover all website-related areas such as website design & development, SEO, SEM, Email templates, HTML5 banners, Website maintenance...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our mission is to provide a straight forward, personal, and cost effective marketing source for any sized business. We place emphasis on studying your target audience and media plan to maximize your adverting results. We may push and challenge you but that’s who we are. Simply put, we help our clients...
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- Graphic Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Logo Design
- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Quincy, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
Luneckas Consulting helps your company communicate in a whole new way.Our agency specializes in creating complete social media, public relations, political and marketing campaigns with unique messaging and design concepts. Luneckas Consulting is your solution for new ideas that create a better business...
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- Logo Design
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Video Production
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Cedar Rapids, Iowa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
WebCaptive is a reputed digital marketing agency headquartered in Santa Clara, California...
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- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Santa Clara, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Optimerch is a full-service digital agency formed by Daniel Bruckhaus and Rüstem Göksu and is based in Dortmund, Germany. We help our clients to achieve their goals by providing our services in Google Ads, Facebook Ads and Search Engine Optimization...
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- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Dortmund, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
80% of people's decisions are emotional and experience-based. So, on Migre Seu Negócio, we leverage business results by measuring, planning and transforming people's experience...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a digital marketing agency, that provides services to all industries. We create complete strategies that help businesses achieve their goals...
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- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Cancun, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
HKGSEO is the only Hong Kong SEO company managed by former Google search and scoring specialists. We provide the most comprehensive, high-quality, and to-the-point SEO services in Hong Kong, including: Google SEO, Yahoo/Bing SEO, Mobile SEO and other one-stop website optimization...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Advertising
- eCommerce
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Nextre Digital è una web agency con sede a Milano. Ci occupiamo di svilluppo siti e di strategie di web marketing. Il nostro team lavora per offrire ai nostri clienti le soluzioni migliori per il loro business, da un lavoro SEO alla gestione di campagne adv...
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- SEO
- Email Marketing
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Milan, Italy
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
First agency in Albania that takes care about your business from A to Z and protects your business legally. At one office we will personalize your business of all sizes, reflecting its values and your vision...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Tirane, Albania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
LoudEgg reviews and stress-tests marketing, creative, and productivity tools, then shares tutorials and brand strategy for creators and Brands who want to stand out...
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- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Software Testing
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Manhasset, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Mad Marketing continues to identify, optimize, and grow various sales channels for its clients. By having an in-depth understanding of the multiple channels available to online stores, Mad Marketing has proven itself to be more than a 1-trick pony. By identifying the low hanging fruit, we can make progress...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Elevation is a national, full service, B2B marketing agency that looks at your brand through the lens of your business. We believe in data-driven, strategic solutions that bridge the marketing and sales gap to drive business growth...
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- Content Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
A small but nimble studio, n.Snipes Design offers full-service graphic + web design solutions to forward-thinking brands across the U.S. We have a true passion for design and collaborate closely with clients-from concept to fruition-to deliver exceptional and intentional creative executions that elevate...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Liquid Spark is a full service marketing agency specializing in adventure tourism and outdoor recreation. We serve adventure companies & organizations, destinations, and outdoor recreation brands that serve people, place, and planet. We create, deliver, and refine integrated multi channel marketing campaigns...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Bryson City, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
North America's premier shop for your digital marketing, website, branding and business needs!...
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- Email Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- CRO
- Advertising
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
Posh Cockney is a PR and Marketing Agnecy, specialising in Hospitality and restaurant openings...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
20+ years experience of successfully and strategically developing brands – creating authentic brand identities, that tell amazing stories to ultimately influence purchasing decisions...
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- Branding
- Video Production
- Public Relations
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Grantham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $115/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Redirect is an independent, creative + digital marketing agency based in Salt Lake City, Utah that helps organizations scale, grow, and win the fight to stand apart and above its competitors in a results-focused world...
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- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bread is an events and promotions agency bringing experienced professionals together to create a unique 360° approach to MARKETING. PR. EVENTS. DIGITAL. VIRTUAL. BRANDING. STRATEGY...
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- Advertising
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Online marketing solutions to help grow and scale your business...
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- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Leicester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
The Digital Cauldron is Vancouver's leading Data Driven Digital Marketing Agency here to help you succeed in SEO, Social Media Marketing, E-Commerce, Branding, and more...
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- Video Marketing
- SEO
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
BMD is a multidisciplinary brand and design studio...
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- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Digital Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
CloudFountain Inc is a leading web development agency for startups and businesses in USA. We offer custom software & web development, salesforce Integration, data analytics, cloud development, AI and Machine learning development solutions globally at an affordable cost...
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- Software Testing
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Blockchain
- AI Development
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- Location
- Belmont, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Sutter Group is a creative agency that designs and develops custom digital marketing solutions proven to increase brand consistency and retention for national companies and associations...
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- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Video Production
- Digital Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- Lanham, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Rep Cap is an experienced content marketing agency that crafts high quality, engaging materials shaped for professional services market. From management consultants and insurance/risk advisors to financial services providers and private equity firms, we help you achieve your goals via powerful messaging...
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- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Video Production
- SEO
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- Location
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Leveling up in todays Marketing and Advertising landscape is increasingly complex. You need a specialized partner that unifies strategy & execution. We are a full service agency with the expertise and passion required to deliver results. We're Flipp Advertising. We make brands thrive...
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- Content Marketing
- Advertising
- PPC
- Media Buying
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Giants & Gentlemen helps brands soar to new heights with award-winning creative advertising strategies and approaches. Whether it's as entrepreneurs or strategic thinkers, our drive for success is evident in every project we tackle, enabling businesses to tower like giants and remain gallant throughout the...
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- Product Design
- Package Design
- Public Relations
- Video Production
- Advertising
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Tegan Digital is a Addison, Texas-based digital marketing agency that has earned recognition for creativity in the industry. They offer an array of web design and development services to partners ranging from small startups all the way up to major Fortune 100 enterprises. By building engaging digital...
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- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Print Design
- Video Production
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Addison, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Focusing on website development is a great start - coding, features and more. But in the end, it's about giving users an unforgettable experience. To make your site successful, you need to ensure simple navigation with an appealing design that will attract new customers...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- CRO
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Rainhill, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our team knows how to blend the beauty of design with the power of performance, creating sites that look great and work seamlessly...
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- SEO
- Content Marketing
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Weidert Group is a top-tier B2B inbound marketing agency located in Appleton, Wisconsin. For the past nine years, they have demonstrated incredible excellence as a Hubspot Diamond partner for HubSpot—the gold standard of modern marketing automation and sales software. Clients from various industries benefit...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Appleton, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Aidan Taylor Marketing was launched in 2004, kickstarting its mission to revolutionize digital marketing for businesses in the Phoenix area and beyond. With a commitment to excellence, we strive to connect brands with their audiences more effectively than ever before...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- CRO
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
talonX creative agency brings together a unique blend of cultural, linguistic and educational backgrounds to create incredible digital experiences. Our ragtag team is fueled by our collective passion for creating something special in the world – combining a clean aesthetic with modern functionality and...
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- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Chestermere, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At MyDesignSpace, Inc., we bring incredible ideas to life with stunning websites and graphics that are sure to impress! We're proudly a 100% female-owned business dedicated to helping clients build strong connections through their digital presence. Our goal is simple: Efficiently provide agency quality...
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- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Johnsburg, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
East Coast Catalyst is a digital consulting business based in Boston, Massachusetts. We specialize in aiding companies to create, construct and upgrade the digital initiatives that give them the edge over their rivals. Our core services are digital strategy, digital design, and digital marketing...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Branding
- PPC
- CRO
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
Ilia Tretiakov has revolutionized the inbound marketing landscape with his Toronto-based agency, So Good Digital. Our team works closely alongside small businesses, start-ups and collaborative agencies to create tailored strategies that ensure a successful digital presence...
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- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- CRO
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Geist Studio is the result of over a decade of lived experience. A London-based team united by a shared belief of doing whats right, not whats easy. Working between strategy and creative, we take brands beyond the physical, bringing them closer to the people that matter...
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- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
Venturing across the vast unknown, we discover paths that lead to wondrous new experiences. We never know what awaits us as each step unveils an exciting journey of discovery. We're here to help make your business a huge success!...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Video Marketing
- SEO
- Video Production
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- Location
- Vancouver, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Akanson Consulting Group Inc, located in Mount Laurel, New Jersey in the United States, is a public relations firm with clients throughout the world. We have over 25 years of combined experience and our team of professionals has over 30 years of experience...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Public Relations
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Mount Laurel Township, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are your go-to experts for elevating any brand through our specialized UX/UI and branding services. Our team has a rich history of collaboration with high-profile clients and daring startups alike, crafting unique identities and digital experiences that captivate and engage. Our approach is deeply...
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- eCommerce
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Swyft is more than your average marketing and PR agency. We provide B2B tech clients with the experience of industry veterans to help them reach new heights in their brand goals. Our extensive international network gives us a global presence unlike any other from right here in Austin. Speed up growth with our...
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- Affiliate Marketing
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
IMM makes brands break barriers and spark growth through innovative digital solutions. Our expertise is like a guiding force that helps set companies on the course for success - enabling them to evolve, rise and reach their tipping point of greatness! So, if you're looking to put your business in motion or...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Media Buying
- Advertising
- SEO
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- Location
- Boulder, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
At Zagoren, we've been driving business success for almost 40 years with impactful branding and marketing solutions. Our expert team of creatives, writers, and technologists come together to elevate your brand image and help you achieve your business objectives. Our 24/7 concierge service means we're always...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Choice OMG is an Edmonton-based digital marketing and full-stack development agency helping clinics, trades, and multi-location organizations grow through SEO, Google Ads, conversion tracking, and custom web solutions...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
A team of creative thinkers who are aware of the impact of digital media on brand and company growth make up The Wikid Agency, a thriving and innovative digital agency...
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- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Logo Design
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Benoni, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At ElementIQ, we are a digital marketing agency comprised of talented individuals with cutting-edge intelligence and creative problem solving skills. We provide our clients the expertise they need to successfully navigate today's ever changing digital terrain. To bridge offline/online gap or facilitate...
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- PPC
- SEO
- CRO
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Port Coquitlam, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Lab Coat Marketing was founded on the principle of incorporating data and experimentation into digital marketing. In a market cluttered with outdated practices and superficial reporting, we stand out as a marketing partner that aligns our efforts with your business goals...
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- Content Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- CRO
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- Location
- Tucson, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Make Waves Design LLC is a web designer in Stockton, California that specializes in site design, graphic design, logo design and branding, social media management, hosting, search engine optimization, and other services...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Stockton, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Frequently Asked Questions About Website Design Companies
What services do web design agencies offer?
Web design agencies provide a range of services to plan, create, and improve business websites. Their core services include:
- Custom website design tailored to your brand and goals
- Responsive web design to ensure the site works on desktop, tablet, and mobile
- UI/UX design to make the site easy to use
- Website development to turn designs into functional websites
- Landing page design for campaigns and conversions
- Website redesign to improve outdated or underperforming sites
Beyond these core services, many web design companies also support digital marketing, including search engine optimization, content marketing, and email marketing to help improve visibility in search engines and attract potential customers.
Some also offer brand identity, graphic design, and ongoing web design services like maintenance, updates, and performance improvements to strengthen your online presence over time.
How much do website design companies charge for their services?
Professional web design services typically cost $5,000 to $60,000+. Basic business websites may range from $5,000 to $15,000, custom websites from $15,000 to $30,000, and complex or e-commerce projects from $30,000 to $60,000+. Costs depend on scope, customization, features, and development needs.
How long does it take to build a website?
A typical website design company timeline ranges from a few days to several months, depending on scope, content readiness, and required web development.
- Simple brochure website (1 to 5 pages): 1 to 2 weeks
- Small business website (5 to 15 pages, blog, forms): 4 to 8 weeks
- eCommerce website (standard features, 10 to 100 products): 8 to 16 weeks
- Large-scale custom website (bespoke features, integrations): 4 to 6+ months
- Custom web application: 6 to 12+ months
Most delays come from two things: missing content (copy, images, product data) and an unclear scope that expands during the web design project.
If content is ready and approvals are fast, timelines compress. If content is late and feedback is slow, timelines stretch.
What are the hidden costs of web design?
Hidden web design costs usually show up in two phases: before launch and after launch.
Pre-launch hidden costs
- Stock photos, fonts, and premium plugins (one-time fees plus renewals)
- Scope creep and extra revisions beyond what the contract includes
- Content creation (copywriting, product descriptions, graphics)
- Content migration from an old site (formatting, redirects, image cleanup)
- Integrations (CRM, booking, payments, analytics) that require extra setup and testing
Post-launch hidden costs
- Web hosting and domain renewal (often increases as traffic grows)
- SSL certificate upgrades for ecommerce or higher trust requirements
- Website maintenance and security (updates, backups, monitoring, fixes)
- Email hosting (Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 per user)
These costs appear because a website build quote often covers only the core design and development. Anything tied to licensing, content production, ongoing ownership, or changes outside the original scope gets billed separately unless the statement of work includes it.
What is the difference between web design and web development?
Web design defines the visual interface and user experience of a website, while web development implements that design through code and technical functionality.
| Aspect | Web design | Web development |
| Core responsibility | Defines the design, layout, and user experience | Builds and maintains the website through code |
| Primary objective | Ensure the site is clear, engaging, and aligned with brand identity | Ensure the site works correctly, loads fast, and supports required features |
| Deliverables | Wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and visual systems | Front-end interfaces, back-end systems, and integrations |
| Key disciplines | UX design, UI design, responsive web design | Front-end, back-end, and full-stack web development |
| Business impact | Influences perception, usability, and user engagement | Enables functionality, performance, and scalability |
Web design's main focus:
- Structure and site design
- Visual hierarchy and interface clarity
- User experience and UX design
- Mobile and responsive design
- Conversion-focused landing page design
Web development's main focus:
- Coding and website development
- Front-end implementation (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
- Back-end systems and databases
- Integrations, security, and performance
- CMS setup and custom functionality
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What should I ask before hiring a web design company?
Ask about relevant experience, project scope, timelines, revision limits, ownership of design files, mobile optimization, and post-launch support. Also clarify who will work on the project and how progress will be communicated.
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