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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 1 projectsMade Public Marketing specializes in creating visually appealing and search engine-optimized websites. Customer reviews highlight their prompt communication, effective project management, and ability to deliver high-quality results in a timely manner. Clients commend their alignment with company values and their capacity to exceed expectations, including providing unexpected yet effective print materials.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Springfield, MO
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Tigris is a Content Marketing company. The team offers Content Marketing and Branding and is headquartered in Springfield, Missouri.
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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+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Huelva, Spain
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Web design agency Agencia Merlina is located in Huelva, Spain. They provide Web Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lahore, Pakistan
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Turbo Anchor ® Pvt. Ltd, a Digital Strategy company, was founded in 2017. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Translation company Communicare was founded in 2020. The team provides Translation and Content Marketing and is located in Giza, Egypt.
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$100,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Midnapore, India
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See all 3 projectsBlueHorse Software Solution Pvt Ltd offers web and mobile app development, specializing in e-commerce projects. The reviews highlight their professionalism, timely delivery, and responsive communication. Clients appreciate their ability to meet project objectives, suggest improvements, and provide good value for cost. Overall, the feedback is positive, with minor suggestions for enhancements.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Rajkot, India
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Hifineye is a Rajkot, India-based social media marketing firm. They provide Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2018.
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See all 1 projectsCactus Marketing offers comprehensive marketing services, including advertising and in-person networking, to help clients secure significant contracts. The overall feedback from reviews emphasizes their ability to deliver rapid results and manage projects independently, demonstrating exceptional execution and reliability. Clients are impressed by their proactive approach and effectiveness, making Cactus Marketing a trusted partner for business growth.
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Launched in 2019, Solnfy Agency is a small Sales Outsourcing company. Their team offers Sales Outsourcing and Email Marketing.
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Brighton Marketing Company is a small social media marketing firm launched in 2022. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Digital Strategy company Digital Marketing Planet Solutions was founded in 2023. The company offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Dynamic Digital Solution is a web design agency. Founded in 2021, the firm is in Abuja , Nigeria. Their services include Web Design and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Flow Crest, a Digital Strategy company, is in Tema, Ghana. They offer Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pittsburgh, PA
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232 CREATIVE, an Advertising company, provide Advertising and Branding. They were founded in 2015.
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Maven Marketing Agency is a social media marketing firm. They provide Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and are based in Lagos, Nigeria and Agege, Nigeria.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249
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See all 1 projectsNextBigBox offers comprehensive services including website development, CRM creation, and digital marketing strategies. Overall feedback highlights their effective project management, timely support, and ability to guide clients through new technologies, leading to successful project outcomes. Their responsiveness and expertise in handling technical issues are particularly noted as impressive by clients.
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Piqual Inc. Is a Sales Outsourcing company. They were founded in 2020 and specialize in Sales Outsourcing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerNew Delhi, India
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Established in 2024, Junaidrashid is a small New Delhi, India-based branding agency. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Machelen, Belgium
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AddRetail is a branding firm. They focus on Branding and Direct Marketing and were founded in 2016. The company is headquartered in Machelen, Belgium.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Mills River, NC
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Neff Creative is a small Mills River, North Carolina-based Logo company. The team provides Logo and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Oklahoma City, OK
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Monarch Marketing Group, LLC, an Email Marketing company, was founded in 1997. The team provides Email Marketing and Media Planning & Buying and is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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IToolPro is an Email Marketing company. They are in Toronto, Canada, and their services include Email Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Glebe, Australia
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Located in Glebe, Australia and Makati, Philippines, DottsyStyle Creative is a small Email Marketing company. The team provides Email Marketing and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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Pirate Labs, an Email Marketing company, is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Launched in 2011, the team focuses on Email Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Coventry, England
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Launched in 1998, Momentum Partnership Marketing Limited is a social media marketing firm. The small team provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Carmel, IN
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Ampfactor is a Marketing Strategy company. Their team is in Carmel, Indiana and specializes in Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Mathura, India
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Unicom advertising, an Event Marketing company, is based in Mathura, India and Mathura, India. They specialize in Event Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Burleigh Heads, Australia
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Launched in 2017, Gallantway is a Digital Strategy company. Their team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ajmer, India
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Growth Wizards is an Email Marketing company. The Ajmer, India-based company was established in 2019. Their services include Email Marketing and Demand Generation Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Vilnius, Lithuania
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Founded in 2011, SuperYou is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Social Media Marketing and is headquartered in Vilnius, Lithuania.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Henderson, NV
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Positive Proximity is a Henderson, Nevada-based Event Management company. They provide Event Management and Email Marketing and were founded in 2013.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Kailua-Kona, HI
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See all 2 projectsKarizma Marketing specializes in comprehensive digital marketing services, including Email Marketing, SEO, Google and Facebook ads, and SMS marketing. Clients consistently highlight their remarkable email campaign strategies, professional design capabilities, and significant ROI improvements. Karizma Marketing is praised for their responsiveness, integrity, and ability to deliver impressive results within set timelines, making them a preferred choice for many eCommerce brands.
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BlackDog Advertising is an Advertising company launched in 1989. The firm provides Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Dublin, Ireland
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Hive365 is an Ecommerce Marketing company. Launched in 2011, the company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. Their team offers Ecommerce Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, Canada
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Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada and Jundiai, Brazil, Agency Madison is an Advertising company. They provide Advertising and Branding.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Málaga, Spain
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Empire Digital Marketing is a Content Marketing company. They are headquartered in Málaga, Spain. Their team focuses on Content Marketing and Affiliate Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Belvedere Marketing and PR, a branding firm, focus on Branding and Public Relations. They were founded in 2024.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Kamloops, Canada
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Established in 2024, ReformedTech.ca is a small Kamloops, Canada-based Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Lumlee, an Email Marketing company, is in Dhaka, Bangladesh. They offer Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Halifax, Canada
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Puzzle Business Development is a Content Marketing company established in 2020. The team specializes in Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Social media marketing firm Rampa Digital was founded in 2018. The company specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Hewforge is an Email Marketing company. The agency was founded in 2023. Their services include Email Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Founded in 2021, BisUnited is an Email Marketing company. The small team provides Email Marketing and Direct Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Nellore, India
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Founded in 2017, Elite Lead GenX - Data processing Agency is a Market Research company. The team focuses on Market Research and Email Marketing.
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In Kansas City, Missouri, Willow Point Digital is a small Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Dietrick & Co. Is a small Sales Outsourcing company in. The team focuses on Sales Outsourcing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Amsterdam, Netherlands
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SalesHarbor, a Sales Outsourcing company, was established in 2023. The team provides Sales Outsourcing and Email Marketing and is headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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ThriveX Hub is a Digital Strategy company. Their small team of employees is based in Las Vegas, Nevada. Their team focuses on Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Amsterdam, Netherlands
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In Amsterdam, Netherlands, ESO Marketing Automations is a social media marketing company. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Eivissa, Spain
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Established in 2024, The Outreach Dept. Is a Sales Outsourcing company. Their services include Sales Outsourcing and Email Marketing.
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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 - 999Ahmedabad, India
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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.