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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Serves CaliforniaServices provided
See all 370 projectsSmartSites is a comprehensive advertising agency specializing in paid media, digital marketing, and advertising services. Reviews highlight their expertise in managing Google Ads, Bing Ads, and Facebook campaigns, with a strong focus on lead generation and brand visibility. Clients frequently commend their project management and communication, with an overwhelming 100% positive feedback on their responsiveness and ability to deliver results ahead of schedule.
$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves CaliforniaServices provided
See all 5 projectsZipline B2B Marketing is a dynamic digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, digital marketing consulting, and B2B lead generation. Overall feedback highlights their excellent project management and responsiveness, with 100% of reviewers praising their ability to deliver high-quality work on time. A notable 75% of reviews emphasize their deep understanding of B2B marketing, while minor content optimization issues were noted by one reviewer.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves CaliforniaServices provided
See all 341 projectsJives Media is an advertising agency specializing in SEO and paid media services, assisting with Google Ads and PPC management. Reviews indicate mixed feedback, with 80% citing positive results, such as improved SEO strategies and ad performance, while 20% note communication and strategy misalignment issues. Clients often commend their project management and responsiveness, although some suggest room for strategic improvement.
$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.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Del Mar, CA
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Stella + McCabe is a branding company. Launched in 2004, their team specializes in Branding and Advertising.
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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Launched in 2001, Mindgruve is a media planning and buying company. The team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Redwood City, CA
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Established in 2018, SaaSMQL is a Marketing Strategy company. The firm offers Marketing Strategy and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Simi Valley, CA
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Custom Tents With Logo is an Advertising company founded in 2022. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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Mortar is a branding agency. They were established in 2002, and their services include Branding and Advertising.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Newport Beach, CA
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Brandtailers is a small PR firm launched in 1990. Their team specializes in Public Relations and Branding.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Vista, CA
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D/CAL is an Advertising company. Their small team is located in Detroit, Michigan and Vista, California. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Advertising company McKinney is located in Durham, North Carolina and New York, New York. Founded in 1969, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Marina del Rey, CA
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Realty ONE Group Marina Del Rey is a Business Consulting company. They are located in Marina del Rey, California, and their services include Business Consulting and Advertising.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Burbank, CA
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Fang Marketing is a small pay per click company. They provide Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2010.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Rancho Santa Fe, CA
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Founded in 2010, Juris Prospect is a Direct Marketing company. The team specializes in Direct Marketing and Branding and is in Rancho Santa Fe, California.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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Eleven Inc. Is a San Francisco, California-based Advertising company. Founded in 1999, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Advertising company Troika is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Established in 2001, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Headquartered in San Diego, California, Dental Canz is a social media marketing company. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Santa Clara, CA
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Pathloft is a SEO agency. Located in Santa Clara, California, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Santa Monica, CA
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The Author Choice is a Content Marketing company. They are in Santa Monica, California and have midsize team. They provide Content Marketing and Direct Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Pasadena, CA
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Payper Publishing is a Content Marketing company headquartered in Pasadena, California. The team specializes in Content Marketing and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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See all 1 projectsiMatrix provides website overhauls, SEO, and social media management services. The overall feedback indicates that while they delivered a functional website promptly, there were issues with ongoing Google My Business management and the effectiveness of their SEO efforts. Clients noted areas for improvement in attention to detail and expertise.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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CG Life is a branding company. Their midsize team is based in Chicago, Illinois and San Diego, California. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Ramon, CA
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CDA Creative Digital Agency is an Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and Branding and were founded in 2017.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Poway, CA
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Midsize Advertising company Anderson Direct & Digital, is based in Poway, California. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Santa Monica, CA
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Artificial intelligence development company GumGum provides Artificial Intelligence and Advertising. They are based in Santa Monica, California and Chicago, Illinois.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Palo Alto, CA
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Founded in 2000, Sell Online Make Money is an Advertising company. The agency specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Culver City, CA
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Launched in 2018, Ghostpistols, a small Advertising company, is based in Culver City, California. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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In San Francisco, California and St. Louis , Missouri, H&L Partners is a midsize SEO services firm. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49West Hollywood, CA
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Great Marketing AI is a PPC agency. Founded in 2023, their team focuses on Pay Per Click and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Counterflow Marketing is an Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Search Engine Optimization and is in San Diego, California.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Konnect Agency is a social media marketing firm. Launched in 2009, the company focuses on Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Walnut, CA
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Corporality Global is a branding firm. They are located in Walnut, California and have small team. Their team specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Santa Monica, CA
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SABIO mobile is a Mobile & App Marketing company. They are in Santa Monica, California and New York, New York. Their team specializes in Mobile & App Marketing and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Ionic Media, an Advertising company, was established in 2002. The team focuses on Advertising and Search Engine Optimization and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Revolution Media is a media planning & buying company launched in 2001. The agency specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Advertising, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Chalk Digital is a Marketing Strategy company. Their team is based in San Diego, California. The agency provides Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Irvine, CA
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Eight Horses is a Marketing Strategy company. Founded in 2006, their team provides Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Irvine, CA
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RALLIO is a social media marketing company. Their team is located in Irvine, California and provides Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Jose, CA
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MAS Advertising, Inc., a small Marketing Strategy company, is in San Jose, California. The team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Bernardino, CA
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Dameron Communications is an Advertising company. Their small team is headquartered in San Bernardino, California and offers Advertising and Public Relations. The agency was established in 1988.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Santa Monica, CA
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Launched in 2008, iKahan media, Inc., a small Advertising company, is headquartered in Santa Monica, California. Their services include Advertising and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Laguna Beach, CA
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HEILBrice, a Market Research company, offers Market Research and Advertising. The agency is based in Laguna Beach, California.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Culver City, CA
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Omelet, an Advertising company, focuses on Advertising and Branding. The agency is headquartered in Culver City, California.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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Civilian is an Advertising company. Established in 1999, the firm focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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SOCi, an Advertising company, was launched in 2012. The firm offers Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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InterMedia Advertising is a media planning & buying company. They are based in Los Angeles, California, and their services include Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249West Hollywood, CA
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Cannella Media DTC, LLC is an Advertising company established in 1985. Located in Burlington, Wisconsin and West Hollywood, California, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Manhattan Beach, CA
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Nativo Inc is an Advertising company. Located in Manhattan Beach, California, the agency specializes in Advertising and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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GlobalWide Media is an Advertising company. The Los Angeles, California-based company was established in 2006. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Fresno, CA
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Nettra Media is an Advertising company. The small Fresno, California-based team provides Advertising and Email Marketing. The firm was founded in 2018.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Palo Alto, CA
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Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, WareWink is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Granite Bay, CA
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Adrian Boysel Consulting is an Advertising company. The Granite Bay, California-based team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Beverly Hills, CA
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Crier Communications is a social media marketing company established in 1998. The firm specializes in Social Media Marketing and Web Development, and is small.
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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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38.4/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Sausalito, CA
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33.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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31.7/40.020/20 Reviews7.5/10 Clients & Experience4.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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32.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Mill Valley, CA
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33.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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35.3/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999San Diego, CA
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29.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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34.1/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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34.1/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+Undisclosed250 - 999San Francisco, CA
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28.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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30.9/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience3.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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28.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Irvine, CA
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31.6/40.018.8/20 Reviews5.2/10 Clients & Experience7.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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33.1/40.019.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience4.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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30.2/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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31.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Rafael, CA
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29.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience3.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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32.4/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49El Segundo, CA
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31/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
30% Advertising38% Marketing32% Other -
$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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32.1/40.017.4/20 Reviews6.1/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chico, CA
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28.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience3.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Berkeley, CA
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29.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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28.5/40.015.6/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience4.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$250,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249Irvine, CA
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30.9/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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31.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Oakland, CA
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31/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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29.8/40.015.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Walnut Creek, CA
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29.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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30.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Oakland, CA
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28.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience4/10 Market PresenceService focus
20% Advertising50% Marketing30% Other
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