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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Serves CaliforniaServices provided
See all 367 projectsSmartSites is a comprehensive advertising agency specializing in Paid Media and digital marketing strategies, including SEO and Google Ads management. With 100% positive reviews, clients consistently praise their reliability, excellent project management, and proactive communication. Approximately 90% of reviewers highlight the agency's ability to enhance online visibility and generate leads, underscoring SmartSites' effectiveness in delivering measurable advertising and marketing results.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves CaliforniaServices provided
See all 340 projectsJives Media is a comprehensive advertising agency offering specialized services in SEO and PPC management, as well as creative advertising solutions. Approximately 75% of their reviews highlight their effective project management and timely deliverables, while about 25% mention challenges with understanding client goals and communication issues. Overall, Jives Media excels in providing tailored marketing strategies and improving advertising effectiveness.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves CaliforniaServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is an advertising agency specializing in digital and traditional media buying and paid marketing services. The company is lauded for its organized project management, clear communication, and innovative media strategies, with approximately 90% of reviewers highlighting their attention to detail and strategic insights. Clients commend their ability to deliver quantifiable outcomes and adapt to project needs efficiently.
$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves CaliforniaServices provided
See all 2 projectsMassMedia is a comprehensive advertising agency offering full-service marketing and advertising solutions. They are highly praised for their exceptional project management and strategic execution, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their professional and driven staff. Notably, they achieved nearly 50% sales within nine weeks, showcasing their effective media buying and promotional strategies.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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24 ADS, an Advertising company, was established in 2021. The team offers Advertising and Public Relations and is based in San Diego, California.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Loma Media is a video production company. Founded in 2011, the firm is headquartered in San Diego, California. Their team provides Video Production and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Santa Rosa, CA
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The Hybrid Creative is a branding company. Established in 2016, their team offers Branding and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Palo Alto, CA
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Based in Palo Alto, California, 1185 is a small branding firm. Their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49El Segundo, CA
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Lyon Stahl Investment Real Estate is a Commercial Financing company. The El Segundo, California-based company specializes in Commercial Financing and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Modesto, CA
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Final Cut Media is a video production agency. Their small team of employees is in Modesto, California. Their team specializes in Video Production and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lake Forest, CA
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Super Toy Box is a small AR/VR development company founded in 2015. Their services include AR/VR development and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49West Hollywood, CA
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See all 3 projectsSmallGiants is a versatile digital solutions company, excelling in website development, digital marketing, and CRM systems. Across the reviews, 100% of clients praised their flexibility, cultural fit, and expertise, citing successful on-time project delivery and proactive collaboration. While one minor delay in CRM implementation was noted, clients consistently regard SmallGiants as an integral partner in their business growth.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Autusus Digital Marketing, an Advertising company, is in San Francisco, California. The team focuses on Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vista, CA
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Plavidian is a small Direct Marketing company. Launched in 2008, the team focuses on Direct Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Vulpine is a social media marketing firm. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Advertising, and the company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Founded in 1996, KK Los Angeles is an Advertising and branding firm. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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Advertising company Argonaut is based in San Francisco, California. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Sacramento, CA
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Founded in 2011, Misfit, a midsize branding agency, is located in Sacramento, California. Their services include Branding and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Redwood City, CA
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Advertising company PubMatic is headquartered in Redwood City, California. The team provides Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Oakland, CA
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Terraboost Media, an Advertising company, is in Oakland, California and Las Vegas, Nevada. They offer Advertising and Branding and were launched in 2006.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Orange, CA
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Grapevine Public Relations, a public relations agency, is headquartered in Orange, California. Established in 2013, the team focuses on Public Relations and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chico, CA
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Stott Outdoor Advertising is a small Advertising and Other Marketing company established in 1949. Their services include Advertising and Other Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Agoura Hills, CA
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Established in 2022, Pro Seller Marketing, a small Advertising company, is in Agoura Hills, California. Their team offers Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Seoluxor is a SEO company founded in 2006. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Conversion Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Santa Clarita, CA
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SEO agency NextClient was launched in 2000. The firm focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Long Beach, CA
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Hype Media Group is an Advertising company. The Long Beach, California-based firm specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Pasadena, CA
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One & All Agency is a midsize Advertising company in Pasadena, California. The team provides Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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ALT TERRAIN is a small Cambridge, Massachusetts-based Event Marketing company. Their services include Event Marketing and Advertising.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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Located in Boston, Massachusetts and Los Angeles, California, MullenLowe U.S. Is a midsize public relations agency. Their services include Public Relations and Advertising.
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$10,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Fremont, CA
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In Fremont, California, Copper Ants is a small Mobile & App Marketing company. The team provides Mobile & App Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49El Segundo, CA
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Reynolds+associates is a public relations company. They are based in El Segundo, California and have small team. Their services include Public Relations and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Smith Miller Moore is a branding firm based in Los Angeles, California. They offer Branding and Public Relations and were launched in 1978.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Marketing Strategy company Yellow Bike Media is in San Diego, California. They offer Marketing Strategy and Advertising and were founded in 2005.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Spring Valley, CA
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Media Traffics is an Advertising company headquartered in Spring Valley, California. Established in 2015, the team focuses on Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9San Jose, CA
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Magnate Marketing Agency is a small San Jose, California-based Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Upland, CA
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Panoramic is a branding firm. The Upland, California-based firm provides Branding and Advertising.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Huntington Beach, CA
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See all 1 projects&US Agency is a digital marketing firm tasked with improving digital presence through services such as SEO, social media management, and Google AdWords. However, the feedback indicates significant dissatisfaction, with 100% of reviewers expressing negative experiences, highlighting issues with communication, workflow, and failure to deliver as contracted. Reviewers consistently mention poor quality and lack of professionalism, impacting overall client satisfaction.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Tracy, CA
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BlockWoods Marketing Management is an Advertising company in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Chennai, India. Established in 2023, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Francisco, CA
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See all 1 projectsICR is an investment relations and strategic communications firm renowned for its expertise in guiding companies through IPO preparations and regulatory compliance. The feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% of reviewers praising their exceptional communication, strategic planning, and organizational skills. Clients emphasize ICR's unparalleled expertise, foundational communication documents, and step-by-step strategies that consistently set businesses up for success.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Sharks Celebrities Management is an Advertising company. The Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based company was launched in 2016. Their services include Advertising and Direct Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Jose, CA
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Gaian Consultants is an Advertising company founded in 2006. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding and is in San Jose, California and Hyderabad, India.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Santa Barbara, CA
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Advertising company PALO Insurance was established in 2010. The company offers Advertising and Digital Strategy, and is small.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Truckee, CA
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25 DIGITAL is an Advertising company. They were founded in 2023, and their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Advertising company By Rajab was launched in 2025. The small team focuses on Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Make One Agency is a social media marketing firm. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Advertising and is in Los Angeles, California.
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999Culver City, CA
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See all 1 projectsSid Lee is a marketing agency specializing in email marketing, optimization, and A/B testing services. Overall, the feedback is positive, with clients praising their fast communication and effective collaboration. While they have achieved significant improvements in conversion and sales, some minor issues with ad copy accuracy were noted.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Diego, CA
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CMW Media is an Advertising company. Their small team is located in San Diego, California. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bakersfield, CA
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Established in 2017, eMedia Marketing Solutions is an Advertising and Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Redlands, CA
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HyattWard Advertising, Inc is an Advertising company. Headquartered in Redlands, California, their small team specializes in Advertising and Graphic Design. The agency was founded in 1997.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Orange, CA
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Caudill & Associates is a small branding firm headquartered in Orange, California. Their services include Branding and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Orange, CA
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Online Website Marketing, an Advertising and Email Marketing company, focus on Advertising and Email Marketing. They were founded in 2006.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Manhattan Beach, CA
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Founded in 1988, Guthy|Renker, a small Advertising company, is in Manhattan Beach, California. Their team specializes in Advertising and Direct Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Orange, CA
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Infinity Reach Media is a small Orange, California-based Advertising and social media marketing firm. Their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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NINICO Communications is a PR agency. The team specializes in Public Relations and Advertising, and the company is located in Los Angeles, California.
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List of the Top 15 California Advertising & Marketing Agencies
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Sausalito, CA
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36.3/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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39.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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35.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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35.4/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999San Diego, CA
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32.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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35.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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35/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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35.6/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Rafael, CA
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33.7/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+Undisclosed250 - 999San Francisco, CA
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31.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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30.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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36.5/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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35.8/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Oakland, CA
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31.6/40.017.4/20 Reviews6.9/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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33/40.015.6/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Irvine, CA
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33.6/40.018.8/20 Reviews5.2/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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35/40.018.6/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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34.1/40.015.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Irvine, CA
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34.7/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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35/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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34.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Carlsbad, CA
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34.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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35.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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34.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49El Segundo, CA
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33.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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33.8/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249San Diego, CA
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31.7/40.016.6/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
15% Advertising70% Marketing15% Other
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