Top Email Marketing Companies
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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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See all 2 projectsAdvertising influences how we eat, drink, and live. And our job is to make ads responsibly. We dive into the work to understand why someone would, and why they should, use your product. How it can
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Minnetonka, MN
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The-salesEDGE is a Direct Marketing company. The team is located in Minnetonka, Minnesota, and their services include Direct Marketing and Email 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+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Webber 360º is a branding company in Budapest, Hungary and Wien, Austria. Their services include Branding and Market Research.
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ID Solutions is a small Zapopan, Mexico-based web design agency. Their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Mumbai, India
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Aimbeat is a custom software development company. In Mumbai, India and Mumbai, India, the company was established in 2009. Their team offers Custom Software Development and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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Meashvi Technologies LLC, a Content Marketing company, was founded in 2018. The team provides Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Dublin, Ireland
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Proventus Digital is a Dublin, Ireland-based web design company. They provide Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Norfolk, VA
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Established in 2007, Surf Your Name is a web design agency. The team focuses on Web Design and E-Commerce Development and is located in Norfolk, Virginia.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Pachuca de Soto, Mexico
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CBI Market is a Digital Strategy company in Pachuca de Soto, Mexico. Their services include Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Manchester, England
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In Manchester, England, Volume Marketing is a SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Islamabad, Pakistan
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Headquartered in islamabad, Pakistan and Islamabad, Pakistan, RedKabooter is a social media marketing company. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Birmingham, AL
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Apex Current, a Conversion Optimization company, was established in 2017. Based in Birmingham, Alabama, the team focuses on Conversion Optimization and Email Marketing.
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Social media marketing agency Wua chile was founded in 2016. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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Cyereg Inc. Is a SEO company. In Los Angeles, California, the agency was established in 2012. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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Outtale is an Email Marketing company. The team is based in Ljubljana, Slovenia, and their services include Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Lagos, Nigeria
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Flyserp SEO Company is an Email Marketing company. Their small team is headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria and focuses on Email Marketing and Pay Per Click. The agency was founded in 2019.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Lviv, Ukraine
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Zozoola is a Business Consulting company. Their small team is in Lviv, Ukraine. Their services include Business Consulting and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Email Marketing company Vulgar was established in 2021. Based in San Diego, California, the team specializes in Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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Launched in 2023, Jevonite is a Digital Strategy company. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Medford, MA
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Global Conversion Agency is a social media marketing firm established in 2020. The company focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing, and is midsize.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tauranga, New Zealand
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The Good Oil is a Tauranga, New Zealand-based SEO agency. Founded in 2017, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Email Marketing.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Plympton, MA
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Located in Plympton, Massachusetts, Rockhopper Media Group is a small social media marketing company. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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Prism Global Marketing Solutions is a Content Marketing company. The Phoenix, Arizona-based team provides Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Mississauga, Canada
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Digital Strategy company Website Management Services was founded in 1996. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing and is based in Mississauga, Canada.
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Excel Digital Marketing, a social media marketing firm, is based in Vaughan, Canada. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Panaji, India
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Brizzo Digital is a branding company. They were founded in 2015 and offer Branding and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Thiruvananthapuram, India
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Flack Marketing Solutions is a branding firm. In Thiruvananthapuram, India, the firm was founded in 2020. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Manchester, England
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List and Found is a small Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2021, the team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Lahore, Pakistan
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See all 8 projectsHello Future Technologies (Private) Limited is a registered IT company in Pakistan & Ukraine and a proud Registered Supplier with the United Nations Global Marketplace (UNGM), and a
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Norfolk, VA
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In Norfolk, Virginia, Social Sipper brands is a Content Marketing company. They specialize in Content Marketing and Branding.
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Established in 2020, Kripi is a Digital Strategy company. The small team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249
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See all 1 projectsSEO Company Experts offers a range of SEO services including keyword research, on-page and technical optimization, content creation, backlink acquisition, and local SEO. Reviews highlight their effective communication, timely delivery, and customized strategies, indicating a positive impact on website visibility, organic traffic, and conversions. Clients appreciate their expertise, innovative approach, and commitment to ethical SEO practices.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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See all 1 projectsOlive Writing Hub offers content creation services with a focus on crafting SEO-friendly website content. The overall feedback highlights their professionalism, strong communication, and timely delivery. Clients appreciate their responsiveness and the value they provide for cost, making them a reliable choice for content needs.
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BubbleGum Marketing is an Advertising company. Their team is located in Sydney, Australia and QLD, Australia and focuses on Advertising and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Delhi, India
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Omatics Digital & Marketing Pvt. Ltd. Is an Email Marketing company. Their team is located in Delhi, India. The agency specializes in Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerJohannesburg, South Africa
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Blue Key Digital Marketing is a social media marketing agency located in Johannesburg, South Africa. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Knysna, South Africa
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Established in 2012, Two Red Crows Brand Storytelling is a social media marketing firm. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Haarlem, Netherlands
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MIAX - Digital Marketing Agency, a SEO services firm, is located in Haarlem, Netherlands. Launched in 2010, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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NCRTECHX Tech and Marketing Solution Pvt Ltd is a social media marketing agency established in 2019. The agency focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Karachi, Pakistan
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See all 1 projectsTamatos specializes in web design and development, particularly in creating and updating WordPress sites. Overall feedback from clients highlights their professional communication, effective project management, and the notable increase in website traffic and leads following project completion. Clients also appreciate their willingness to provide guidance on content updates.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Duluth, GA
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Phoenix Direct is a Fulfillment company. Headquartered in Duluth, Georgia, their midsize team offers Fulfillment and Advertising. The agency was established in 2005.
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See all 1 projectsConquer Media & PR specializes in running Facebook and TikTok ads, content creation, and local audience targeting. Reviews highlight their effective workflow, commitment to understanding client needs, and successful achievement of project goals. The company is praised for its smooth process and proactive approach in delivering desired outcomes.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Huddersfield, England
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Web design agency My Cloud Media Limited is based in Huddersfield, England. They provide Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Kuna, ID
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Dreal Digital is an Email Marketing company located in Kuna, Idaho. They provide Email Marketing and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2019.
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See all 2 projectsStep into the realm of FARCON Team, your unwavering ally in unlocking the pinnacle of marketing excellence and e-commerce triumph. Positioned as a dynamic powerhouse in the field, we infuse a
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Brandsonify, an Advertising company, was launched in 2019. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding and is located in Boston, Massachusetts.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Westmount, Canada
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LH Sales Consulting is a Business Consulting company. They focus on Business Consulting and Email Marketing and are located in Westmount, Canada and Westmount, Canada.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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CBD LOCAL SEO, a SEO agency, was founded in 2019. They focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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Beat33 Tucson is a branding firm. The firm is in Tucson, Arizona. Their team specializes in Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Prague, Czech Republic
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Happy Tube is a Mobile & App Marketing company. They offer Mobile & App Marketing and Market Research and are based in Prague, Czech Republic.
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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+$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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, India
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34.1/40.018.4/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 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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$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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$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
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Denver, CO
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30.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Email Marketing50% 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.