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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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Launched in 2001, PlusLayer is a small Email Marketing company located in Izmir, Türkiye. Their team specializes in Email Marketing and Web Design.
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Founded in 2017, Mediahub LLC is an Advertising company. Headquartered in Tbilisi, Georgia, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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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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4am Creative Agency is a small Advertising company in Auckland, New Zealand. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Helsinki, Finland
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Wuohi Digital is a social media marketing agency. They are located in Helsinki, Finland. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Stuttgart, Germany
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Tandem, Agentur für Kommunikation GmbH, a branding company, is located in Stuttgart, Germany. They provide Branding and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2008.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9São Paulo, Brazil
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Barco Digital Agency is a social media marketing company. They offer Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and are in São Paulo, Brazil.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9नवी मुंबई, India
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Clixentric is a social media marketing firm established in 2023. The company offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada
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Kyo Marketing Web is a Digital Strategy company. Their small team is headquartered in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada. Their services include Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Glastonbury, CT
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Partner in Publishing is a small Glastonbury, Connecticut-based Sales Outsourcing company. Their services include Sales Outsourcing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Mineola, NY
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Established in 2019, WpLynks is a web design company. Their team focuses on Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerRogaška Slatina, Slovenia
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SEO Rank High, a SEO services firm, was founded in 2018. They specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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BuildByBits is a web design company launched in 2022. The team provides Web Design and Digital Strategy and is located in Matthews, North Carolina.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Launched in 2010, OperationROI is a Content Marketing company. The team offers Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Taupō, New Zealand
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Founded in 2021, Revibe Digital is a social media marketing firm. Headquartered in Taupō, New Zealand, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Paris, France
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Launched in 2018, INCURSIV Agence Digitale is a SEO services firm. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing and is in Paris, France.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Seattle, WA
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See all 1 projectscMedia Productions is a creative agency specializing in brand identity and website design. The feedback indicates mixed experiences, with around 40% of reviewers expressing dissatisfaction due to issues like overcharging and using template logos. However, 60% highlight their professionalism and support in marketing and PR. The company is praised for its responsiveness and intuitive design approach.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsInfinity Rayz offers services in search engine optimization (SEO), influencer marketing, and social media management. Reviews highlight their effective project management, timely delivery, and significant improvements in online engagement and organic traffic. The company is praised for its hardworking, talented team, though they could benefit from increased confidence.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Indore, India
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Bannstudio Agency is a branding company. Their small team is based in Gwalior, India and Indore, India. Their services include Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Times One Hundred is a social media marketing firm. They are headquartered in London, England and have small team. They offer Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerBerlin, Germany
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Flyitonline is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2021. The team offers Digital Strategy and Other Digital Marketing and is located in Berlin, Germany.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Bristol, England
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Social media marketing firm Digital Visitor is in Bristol, England. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy and were founded in 2005.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Carnegie, Australia
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Swoop Digital is a PPC agency founded in 2011. Their services include Pay Per Click and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Rochester, NY
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Email Marketing company Corporate Communications was launched in 1992. The team provides Email Marketing and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Founded in 2017, Content 10x, a small Content Marketing company, is located in. Their team provides Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Ilorin, Nigeria
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GMB Agency Ltd is a branding firm. The Ilorin, Nigeria-based agency specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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See all 1 projectsJbizMedia LLC provides web development, design services, technical SEO audits, and AdWords setup. Clients commend their excellent communication, rapid response times, and strong SEO expertise, contributing to significant improvements in keyword rankings and sales. The company is noted for offering good value for cost and personalized project management.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Río Tercero, Argentina
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See all 1 projectsSocial Up offers brand positioning, social media support, and online sales enhancement services. The overall feedback highlights their professionalism, proactive approach, and excellent customer service. Clients particularly appreciate their responsiveness and the positive impact on brand visibility and sales.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Pakenham, Australia
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See all 1 projectsMonday Software specializes in developing comprehensive e-commerce solutions, including project planning, user experience design, and security implementation. Reviews highlight the company's effective project management and timely delivery, while their work results in increased sales and customer engagement. Clients appreciate their alignment with company values and the positive impact on business metrics.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Mumbai, India
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Launched in 2013, HNR Tech is a midsize web design company headquartered in Mumbai, India. Their team provides Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Jessore, Bangladesh
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LeadGen Finder is a small Email Marketing company launched in 2020. Their services include Email Marketing and Content Writing Services.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Lahore, Pakistan
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Digital Media Specialist is a Lahore, Pakistan-based Advertising company. They offer Advertising and Branding and were launched in 2013.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerRajkot, India
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Digital Thrive is a social media marketing firm. The agency is located in Rajkot, India. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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Lara Spence Web Design, a SEO company, was launched in 2003. They focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Hounslow, England
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Content Marketing company WebSwiggy was founded in 2016. Located in Hounslow, England, the team specializes in Content Marketing and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Surrey, Canada
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Ask Datatech, a Back Office Outsourcing company, is in Surrey, Canada and Chicago, Illinois. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Market Research.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Charlotte, NC
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LAIRE, a Marketing Strategy company, focus on Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy. They were launched in 2006.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Jaipur, India
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Brosis Technologies is a social media marketing firm. They offer Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and were founded in 2010.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Founded in 2020, DigiThryve is a branding agency. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Rivaz, Switzerland
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See all 1 projectsdevlo aims to help you increase the size of your sales pipeline and ultimately your revenue. Our digital approach and expertise enable us to secure and deliver qualified appointments, connecting you
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See all 1 projectsHambone Publishers is a passionate and author-first company redefining the landscape of independent publishing. As one of the leading , we specialize in solutions tailored to each writer’s
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See all 1 projectsOur expert team is focused on promoting your business in the digital space. We customize our approach for each client, creating a personalized strategy with the right digital marketing services to
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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See all 5 projectsSMART MARKETING FIRM LLC provides an array of services including SEO marketing, web and app development, graphic design, and social media management. Reviews highlight their exceptional project management, tailored strategies, and effective communication, resulting in significant improvements in online presence and customer engagement for clients. Their personalized approach, creativity, and responsiveness are consistently praised, making them a valued partner for digital marketing initiatives.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Jalandhar, India
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See all 3 projectsBizDev Worldwide Ads offers SEO services and social media management. Clients appreciate their strategic approach, timely project management, and effective communication. Overall feedback highlights their ability to deliver results and align with client values, making them a reliable partner for digital marketing projects.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Lakewood Ranch, FL
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Metal Agency is a small user experience design company in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. The team specializes in UX/UI Design and Branding.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Pune, India
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StepUpLead is an Email Marketing company. They provide Email Marketing and Pay Per Click and were founded in 2017. The agency is based in Pune, India.
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Soft Seven Art is an Advertising company. They are based in Casablanca, Morocco and have small team of experts. Their services include Advertising and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Nairobi, Kenya
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Hakika Marketing Services, an Advertising company, is located in Nairobi, Kenya. The team provides Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Tiptree, England
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Impact Marketing is a Direct Marketing company. They are located in Tiptree, England and have small team. Their team focuses on Direct Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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Tavat Consultancy LLP is a small Ahmedabad, India-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Email Marketing.
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Content Marketing company Digital Asterisk is located in Mohali, India. Their services include Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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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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$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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$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.