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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 29 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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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49St. Louis, MO
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Geile/Leon Marketing Communications is a Content Marketing company. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, their team focuses on Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Cernusco sul Naviglio, Italy
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PLAYGROUND is a web design agency. Launched in 2006, the team provides Web Design and Web Development.
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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 lead generation and email outreach company specializing in developing customized outbound sales strategies through email campaigns and other methods. Across reviews, 87.5% of clients report satisfaction with their organized project management and precise targeting, while one review highlights significant dissatisfaction with their service quality and professionalism. Their ability to tailor messaging effectively to different markets is frequently noted as a strength.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Melbourne, Australia
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Ntegrity is a Digital Strategy company. Their small team is based in Melbourne, Australia and offers Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy. The agency was founded in 2012.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Denton, TX
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Swash Labs is an Advertising company in Denton, Texas. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Prairie Village, KS
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J. Schmid is a branding firm in Prairie Village, Kansas. They offer Branding and Direct Marketing and were established in 1983.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Surat, India
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Trueline Solution - Digital Marketing Company is a software development company. They are based in Surat, India and. Their team offers Custom Software Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Woodbury, MN
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GrowthMode Marketing is a branding company. The Woodbury, Minnesota-based team offers Branding and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49
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Media planning & buying agency DXagency is based in Miami, New Jersey. They specialize in Media Planning & Buying and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Chennai, India
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Digital Strategy company Echovme Digital was launched in 2009. The team provides Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization and is in Chennai, India.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kondapur, India
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Spark Infosys is a Mobile & App Marketing company in Kondapur, India. They specialize in Mobile & App Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Traverse City, MI
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Small web design agency Web Canopy Studio, is in Traverse City, Michigan. Their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Established in 2017, CANZ Marketing, LLC is a social media marketing firm. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Everett, WA
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Roadside Dental Marketing is a small Digital Strategy company. They offer Digital Strategy and Advertising and were launched in 1999.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49South Amherst, OH
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PPC agency The Search Guru is headquartered in South Amherst, Ohio. They provide Pay Per Click and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Pittsburgh, PA
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ColdSpark is an Advertising company. Founded in 2011, the team offers Advertising and Direct Marketing. The firm is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Arlington, Virginia.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49DA NANG, Vietnam
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Small Advertising company TRƯỜNG ĐÀO TẠO DOANH NHÂN WISE BUSINESS, is located in DA NANG, Vietnam. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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Established in 2017, Danny Veiga Marketing is a SEO company. The agency offers Search Engine Optimization and Advertising, and is small.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Myrtle Beach, SC
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Based in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Travelboom Hotel Marketing is a SEO services firm. Launched in 1996, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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SEO company Cyber Shark is based in Dnipro, Ukraine. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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Advertising company Marketing MIX is in Kyiv, Ukraine. Their services include Advertising and Direct Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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Rannkly is a Market Research company. They focus on Market Research and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2021. The company is headquartered in Noida, India.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49
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SKYSEOTECH, a Digital Strategy company, is in Delhi, India. Founded in 2020, the team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Lagos, Nigeria
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NLP Nigeria is a Digital Strategy company. The agency is in Lagos, Nigeria and Lagos, Nigeria. Their team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Casuarina, Australia
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Alinga is an e-commerce development firm established in 2009. The firm focuses on E-Commerce Development and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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StoryBox is a small Digital Strategy company established in 2017. Their team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Launched in 2015, Mis Services Inc, a small Digital Strategy company, is headquartered in Lindenhurst, New York. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Britweb, a website development company, specializes in Web Development and Social Media Marketing. The agency is located in Horsham, England.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Founded in 2012, The Barn Agency Ltd is a small UX design agency in London, England. Their team offers UX/UI Design and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsTechnohands Solution specializes in lead generation and brand building, particularly for real estate businesses. The reviews consistently praise their excellent work in creating social media content and their effective project management. Clients appreciate their timely delivery, strategic business approach, and cost-effective services, with no significant areas for improvement noted.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Pearland, TX
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Social media marketing firm HTX Marketing Group is located in Pearland, Texas. Established in 2021, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Sane India is an Email Marketing company. The team specializes in Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and the agency is located in Noida, India.
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O2 Media Group, a social media marketing agency, is in New York, New York and Toronto, Canada. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and were launched in 2019.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Hyderabad, India
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Xplore New is a Hyderabad, India-based Digital Strategy company. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lahore, Pakistan
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ZyRoM is a social media marketing company based in Lahore, Pakistan and london, England. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
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Established in 2020, Unix is a small social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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AY Technologies is a SEO agency. The company is based in Hyderabad, India. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9London, England
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See all 1 projectsDesire Group International offers sales outsourcing, lead generation, social media enhancement, and business expansion services. Their reviews highlight a systematic and tech-driven approach, with an emphasis on timely delivery and seamless project management. Clients commend their ability to significantly boost revenue and market reach, although some note pricing as an area for improvement.
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See all 1 projectsBrand More offers a comprehensive suite of services, including website redesign, conversion rate optimization, and email marketing solutions such as Email Automations and Email Newsletter templates. Feedback highlights their effective project management and innovative strategies that significantly increased sales and engagement, positioning them as a reliable partner for Email Marketing and digital optimization initiatives.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Rawalpindi, Pakistan
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Point Web Tech private limited is a web development company. Established in 2020, their team specializes in Web Development and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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Mindtek Solution is a small website development company. They focus on Web Development and Digital Strategy and were launched in 2015.
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Established in 2019, DigiScpaes is a branding company. The team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Located in San Rafael, Costa Rica and Madrid, Spain, THE MASTER AF GROUP SRL / IMPERIUM356 is a small pay per click agency. The team specializes in Pay Per Click and Other Digital Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Brighton and Hove, England
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Glass House Marketing, a social media marketing firm, is based in Brighton and Hove, England. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Montevideo, Uruguay
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Located in Montevideo, Uruguay, Evox - Agencia de Marketing Digital is a midsize Demand Generation Marketing company. Their services include Demand Generation Marketing and Advertising.
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SEO services is a Digital Strategy company. Their small team is located in Surat, India and specializes in Digital Strategy and Mobile & App Marketing. The agency was founded in 2022.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Delhi, India
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See all 2 projectsSEO India Higherup specializes in SEO, SMO, and web development services, with a focus on enhancing website rankings and promoting businesses on Google. Clients commend the company for its high-value services, strategic expertise, and effective project management, noting that they consistently meet deadlines and align closely with client needs. Overall, the reviews reflect satisfaction with the tailored strategies and outcomes achieved.
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See all 1 projectsBeetle Branding studio offers comprehensive digital marketing services, including responsive web design, responsive email template creation, and WordPress development. Client feedback consistently highlights their technical expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and professional project management, resulting in high client satisfaction and successful project outcomes.
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See all 1 projectsYour Digital Success Partner At Online IT Solutions, we’re all about helping your business succeed online. Our team crafts smart, customized strategies to boost your digital presence and drive
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Houston, TX
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Web Designer Houston is a branding firm headquartered in Houston, Texas. They offer Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hrFreelancer
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Small branding firm Finally Social - A Social Media Company, is based in Kirkland, Washington. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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List of the Top 15 Email Marketing Agencies
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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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34.5/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.2/10 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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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OH
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36.8/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 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+$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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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Brașov, Romania
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35.3/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 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.