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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Grapevine, TXServices provided
See all 70 projectsInbox Army, LLC is a specialized email marketing agency adept at Email Campaigns, Email List Management, and Email Automation. Customer reviews consistently praise their commitment to client satisfaction, with over 90% highlighting their responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to deliver on time. Their strategic approach and expertise have notably enhanced email engagement and conversion rates.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, IndiaServices provided
See all 8 projectsOptimite is a dynamic email marketing agency specializing in services such as Email Campaigns, Email Automation, and Newsletter Marketing. Their clients consistently praise their structured project management and responsiveness, with 100% of reviews highlighting timely delivery and high-quality outcomes. They excel in optimizing email engagement strategies, evidenced by significant increases in revenue and email-driven results for their clients.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OHServices provided
See all 28 projectsOne 10 Media is a distinguished email marketing agency specializing in email campaigns, email automation, and email engagement strategies. Reviewers consistently commend their strategic alignment, proactive communication, and commitment to understanding client needs, resulting in significant revenue growth and efficient project management. An impressive 90% of feedback highlights their flexibility and personalized approach, with particular praise for delivering timely and effective solutions.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Durban, South Africa
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ACMP Creative is an Advertising company founded in 2011. Their services include Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Pretoria, South Africa
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Launched in 2019, Ashley Mupfawa Services is a small Digital Strategy company based in Pretoria, South Africa. Their team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Denver, COServices provided
See all 24 projectsMH Digital is a specialized email marketing agency known for its expertise in Email Campaigns, Email Automation, and Email Engagement Strategies. With a 100% positive feedback rating, clients consistently praise their strategic insights, timely delivery, and ability to integrate seamlessly into team operations. Many reviews highlight MH Digital's proficiency in improving email performance metrics, such as revenue growth and customer engagement.
$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Ed, SwedenServices provided
See all 64 projectsA-SALES AB is a company specializing in outbound lead generation and sales outreach through Email Marketing services. With a 90% positive feedback rate, clients consistently appreciate their expertise in creating precise, customized Email Campaigns, and their organized project management. However, one review highlighted significant dissatisfaction, citing unprofessionalism and ineffective communication. Despite this, A-SALES AB is generally recognized for effectively boosting client engagement and pipeline growth.
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$1,000+UndisclosedFreelancer
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See all 1 projectsAgency 405 offers comprehensive web design and development services, along with marketing support such as email newsletters, pricing, photos, and printed marketing materials. Reviews highlight their exceptional project management, flexibility, and personalized service, with clients particularly impressed by Creative Director Anush's speed and responsiveness. Overall, the agency receives high praise for their passion and commitment to client success.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Genève, Switzerland
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Pixels Trade SA is a mobile app development firm established in 2011. The team specializes in Mobile App Development and Custom Software Development and is in Genève, Switzerland.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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DEFIANT DIGITAL is a small SEO services firm founded in 2019. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Milton Keynes, England
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See all 2 projectsUptown Style offers a range of marketing services, including Email Campaigns, Email Marketing, and branding support. Reviews highlight their consistent delivery, effective communication, and alignment with client values. Clients appreciate their professional approach, timely execution, and clear guidance in navigating the online market.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Clark, NJ
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See all 1 projectsDigalax Full Service Digital Marketing Agency offers search engine optimization, speed optimization, and link-building services. Clients commend their customized strategies, responsiveness, and expertise, though minor delays and communication issues were noted. Overall, feedback highlights their ability to tailor solutions to specific business needs, making them a highly valued partner in digital marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Founded in 2014, Livebrains is a social media marketing firm. In Hyderabad, India and Winter Haven, Florida, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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FiveUp Technologies is a Long Beach, California-based web development company. They offer Web Development and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Richardson, TX
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Founded in 2023, Manes & Co. Is a branding company. The team offers Branding and Marketing Strategy and is in Richardson, Texas.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Bray, Ireland
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See all 1 projectsEyeOnSolution - Digital Agency offers a range of services including graphic design, email marketing, content marketing, SEO, Google AdWords, and branding. The overall feedback is highly positive, highlighting the agency's effectiveness in driving high engagement rates and strong client relationships. Clients specifically appreciate their comprehensive digital marketing strategies and impressive SEO results.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249
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See all 1 projectsMegatask web specializes in digital marketing services, particularly SEO, and demonstrates a deep understanding of the digital landscape. Clients consistently praise their expertise, professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to client success, citing timely delivery of results and strong alignment with business goals.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249West Hollywood, CA
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BrightHaus is a branding company. Their midsize team is located in West Hollywood, California and San Diego, California. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Kirkland, WA
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Simplicity Consulting, a Content Marketing company, is located in Kirkland, Washington. The team focuses on Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249St. Louis, MO
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Branding agency Drive Social Media is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri and Nashville, Tennessee. The team offers Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr50 - 249Pasig, Philippines
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StraightArrow Corporation, a social media marketing firm, focus on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing. They were founded in 2010.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancer
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Branding company Nandini Jammi was launched in 2017. Located in Berlin, Germany, the team specializes in Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Alpharetta, GA
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UpSwell is a Direct Marketing company. They specialize in Direct Marketing and Social Media Marketing and were launched in 2011.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Thane, India
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Webtraffic Agency is a SEO services firm. Launched in 2016, the firm specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Lake Forest, CA
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Incredible Marketing is an user experience agency. They are in Lake Forest, California and Las Vegas, Nevada and have midsize team. Their team focuses on UX/UI Design and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Pune, India
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Lemontree Media Works is a pay per click agency. In Pune, India, the team specializes in Pay Per Click and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249El Segundo, CA
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ConsumerTrack, Inc., an Advertising company, was launched in 2004. The team offers Advertising and Branding and is based in El Segundo, California and Charlotte, North Carolina.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Bogotá, Colombia
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Small social media marketing company Marketing Empresarial, is headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Norwood, Australia
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Founded in 2019, SEO Services Australia is a Digital Strategy company. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization and is located in Norwood, Australia.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ahmedabad, India
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Tech & Train is a Content Marketing company. Launched in 2019, the team offers Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Chennai, India
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SA Eon Softtech Pvt Ltd is a Digital Strategy company. They offer Digital Strategy and Content Marketing and were founded in 2012. The agency is headquartered in Chennai, India.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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Digital Mashup, a Conversion Optimization company, was launched in 2013. The team specializes in Conversion Optimization and E-Commerce Development and is based in Lahore, Pakistan.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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Creative Thinks Media is a Content Marketing company. Founded in 2008, the agency is based in Noida, India. Their services include Content Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Patiala, India
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Easy Web Plans, a SEO services firm, is in Patiala, India. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bend, OR
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Launched in 2007, Production Clicks, a small PPC agency, is based in Bend, Oregon. Their services include Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy.
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TK Digitals, a branding company, was launched in 2016. They specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Medical Web Experts is a midsize branding agency. Launched in 2003, the team provides Branding and Other Marketing.
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Marketing Strategy company Growth99 is based in Salt Lake City, Utah. They focus on Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy and were founded in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249West Leederville, Australia
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Smile Marketing, a web design agency, was founded in 2015. The agency provides Web Design and Digital Strategy, and is midsize.
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Peplio is a pay per click agency. They are based in durgapur, India, and their services include Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Sun City Center, FL
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Brainbean is a branding agency. The Sun City Center, Florida-based company was launched in 2015. Their services include Branding and Product Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Washington, DC
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Vantage Market Research is a Market Research company established in 2021. The company offers Market Research and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Cork, Ireland
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Velocity Growth is an Ecommerce Marketing company. Their small team is located in Alexandria, Virginia and Cork, Ireland. Their services include Ecommerce Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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Digital Strategy company Savasaachi Marketing Agency was established in 2014. The firm provides Digital Strategy and Media Planning & Buying, and is midsize.
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Websites Bazaar, a branding firm, was launched in 2007. The team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing and is located in Indore, India and Indore, India.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Barranquilla, Colombia
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Impactos Digitales - Agencia De Marketin Digital is a small web design company launched in 2015. Their services include Web Design and Branding.
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See all 1 projectsSledgehammer Creative provides web design, search engine optimization (SEO), and digital advertising services such as Google Ads and Google Local Service Ads. Feedback highlights their high-quality service, effective communication, and rapid delivery times, resulting in improved search rankings and increased client engagement. Their impressive performance and competitive pricing are consistently praised.
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See all 1 projectsSC Happy Web SRL provides custom development solutions, notably utilizing Laravel, and is recognized for its excellent marketing and development skills. Feedback highlights their timely delivery of high-quality work and effective communication, resulting in impressive project outcomes. The company is praised for both their technical and project management capabilities, with no noted areas for improvement.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ghaziabad, India
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Headquartered in Ghaziabad, India and Ghaziabad, India, SBS DIGITAL INFOTECH is an Email Marketing company. The team focuses on Email Marketing and E-Commerce Development.
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Digital Paltan , a social media marketing firm, is headquartered in Vadodara, India. They provide Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and were launched in 2023.
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Chicago Social Media Marketers is a Chicago, Illinois-based social media marketing company. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Santa Fe, NM
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See all 1 projectsEmpowering Advertising provides comprehensive services including search engine optimization, social media marketing, and online reputation management. Overall feedback highlights their professionalism, responsiveness, and effectiveness in delivering quick results, as clients reported significant outcomes within a short timeframe.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Palm Springs, CA
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Open Lines Marketing, a Digital Strategy company, was founded in 2015. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Content Marketing and is headquartered in Palm Springs, California.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Bari, Italy
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Established in 1998, Web Studio Agency is an e-commerce development firm. The small team focuses on E-Commerce Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9New Delhi, India
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Go Digital Plan is a Content Marketing company. They are headquartered in New Delhi, India and have small team of experts. Their services include Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Grapevine, TX
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38.4/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Oakland, CA
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37.9/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Singapore, Singapore
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37.7/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Staten Island, NY
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37.5/40.018.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Newport, RI
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36.3/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49L'viv, Ukraine
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35.3/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, India
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34.4/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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34.2/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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38.2/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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33.4/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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33.3/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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33.3/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Canada
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33.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999San Jose, CA
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38.5/40.020/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Hallandale Beach, FL
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32.9/40.018/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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36.9/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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32.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Randwick, Australia
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32/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9London, England
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31.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OH
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36.2/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Brașov, Romania
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35.7/40.018.8/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Lostwithiel, England
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31.1/40.017/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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32.7/40.016.8/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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36.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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39.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49
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38.4/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Jackson, WY
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30.6/40.017.6/20 Reviews5.8/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Oakville, Canada
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39.8/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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30.5/40.015.6/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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30.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
80% Email Marketing20% Other
Email Marketing Agency FAQs
Looking for an email marketing agency but not sure where to start? We've put together answers to the most common questions businesses ask when searching for a trusted partner. This FAQ covers what you need to know before hiring an email marketing agency, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
Clutch showcases firms that create automated campaigns, nurture leads, and improve conversions through email twice a year based on a proprietary methodology. The top email marketing agencies for Fall 2025 include:
An email marketing company plans, builds, and optimizes campaigns that move prospects through your sales funnel. Their typical responsibilities include audience segmentation, template design, copywriting, automation flow setup, deliverability monitoring, and performance reporting. Instead of juggling creative, technical, and analytical tasks internally, you can outsource to a specialist team that already knows best practices for inbox placement and conversion.
Agencies track metrics like revenue per email, conversion rate, subscriber lifetime value, and list churn. Advanced teams tie email performance back to multi-touch attribution models or customer data platforms so you can see how campaigns influence overall pipeline and retention.
Email marketing agencies are dedicated to helping clients reach their target audience cost-efficiently. If you’re planning to team up with a provider soon, here are some services you can expect:
- Strategy workshops and list growth planning
- ESP migration or platform setup (e.g., Klaviyo, HubSpot, Braze)
- Creative services (e.g., mobile-responsive templates, GIFs, dynamic content)
- Automated sequences (i.e., welcome, cart-abandon, re-engagement, post-purchase)
- A/B testing, personalization, and data analytics
- Deliverability audits and inbox placement fixes
Some firms also bundle paid social retargeting or SMS for a cohesive lifecycle approach. When evaluating prospective service providers, make sure to verify and assess the quality of the work they offer — regardless if you need comprehensive work or focused services.
Clutch data shows monthly retainers range from $2,500 to as high as $15,000 depending on several key factors such as list size, send volume, and service depth. Moreover, hourly rates generally fall between $75 – $150. Ultimately, it depends on what you are looking for – a small business needing two automated flows might spend $5,000 for setup, while an enterprise with millions of contacts could invest $20,000 per month for full lifecycle management and creative testing.
Finding the right email marketing provider is crucial to your investment’s success. To make sure you don’t feel overwhelmed once you look for potential providers, the first step you should do is clarify your goals (e.g., higher open rates, revenue per send, automation build-out). After that, you can proceed with the following:
- Shortlist agencies with proven results in your industry.
- Review Clutch feedback for communication style, project management, and ROI.
- Request case studies and ask about specific KPIs they improved.
- Evaluate cultural fit, reporting cadence, and tech stack expertise.
- Compare pricing models—flat retainer, percent of revenue, or project-based—and ensure deliverables are clear in the contract.
While there’s no flawless service provider, it’s crucial to match with the ideal team to avoid mishaps or costly headaches. Be cautious if a provider has any of the following warning signs:
- Guarantees specific open or revenue numbers (inbox algorithms shift)
- Uses purchased lists or suggests scraping emails
- Lacks transparency on creative ownership or ESP access
- Provides sparse reporting or avoids explaining metrics
- Overlooks compliance requirements like CAN-SPAM or GDPR
- Which industries do you specialize in, and can I see related case studies?
- What ESPs and automation tools are you certified in?
- How do you segment audiences and personalize content?
- What’s your process for improving deliverability?
- How frequently will we review performance metrics together?
- Who owns the creative assets and account data if we part ways?
A freelancer is ideal for one-off template designs or copy tweaks on a tight budget. An agency offers multidisciplinary teams—strategists, designers, developers, and analysts—able to manage end-to-end programs, integrate with CRMs, and scale testing. If your goal is sustainable revenue growth and complex automation, an agency’s broader expertise and bandwidth generally deliver higher long-term ROI.