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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 7 projectsOptimite is a specialized agency providing comprehensive email marketing services, including email design, automation, and campaign management. Reviewers consistently praised their timely delivery, high-quality output, and robust project management, with a 100% satisfaction rate reported. Their adaptability and alignment with client needs, especially in scaling email outreach and engagement strategies, are also frequently highlighted.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OHServices provided
See all 28 projectsOne 10 Media is a distinguished email marketing agency specializing in email campaigns, email automation, and email engagement strategies. Reviewers consistently commend their strategic alignment, proactive communication, and commitment to understanding client needs, resulting in significant revenue growth and efficient project management. An impressive 90% of feedback highlights their flexibility and personalized approach, with particular praise for delivering timely and effective solutions.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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JustSoftware Enterprises, a Digital Strategy company, was founded in 2023. The firm provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerTimișoara, Romania
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Alexandra Cote Content Strategist is a Content Marketing company. The firm is in Timișoara, Romania. Their team specializes in Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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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 62 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 / hrFreelancer
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Established in 2024, 24 x7 Techelp is a SEO agency. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Birmingham, England
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Monument Digital is a Digital Strategy company. They specialize in Digital Strategy and Content Marketing and are in Birmingham, England.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249
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Founded in 2023, Xynario l Elite Hubspot Partner Agency is a midsize Performance Marketing company. Their services include Performance Marketing and IT staff augmentation.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Red Bank, NJ
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Founded in 2016, Salty Red Dog Marketing is a Marketing Strategy company. The company offers Marketing Strategy and Web Design, and is small.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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Fabmetry is a branding firm. The London, England-based agency was established in 2021. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249București, Romania
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GSH Online Media SRL is an Affiliate Marketing company. Established in 2018, the team offers Affiliate Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerSt. Louis, MO
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Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Rod Rice Design is a branding company. The team provides Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerEdinburgh, Scotland
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Established in 2006, Wallace Marketing is a Marketing Strategy company. Their team offers Marketing Strategy and Market Research.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerMálaga, Spain
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Moonlight Marketing is a SEO services firm. The firm is in Málaga, Spain. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+UndisclosedFreelancerToronto, Canada
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Quiet City Design is a small Content Marketing company headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The team specializes in Content Marketing and Other Digital Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancer
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Elevatals is a Content Marketing company. In Lagos, Nigeria, the firm was established in 2022. Their services include Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerBluffton, SC
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Y Strategize Inc. Is a small web design agency in Bluffton, South Carolina. Their services include Web Design and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMumbai, India
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Click Smart is a small Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2023, the team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerLaveen, AZ
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In Laveen, Arizona, AZ Media Maven, LLC is a PR agency. The team provides Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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See all 1 projectsDaropo Insights Center provides market audits and feasibility studies, particularly for construction projects. Clients consistently praise the company for their effective communication, strategic project handling, and strong research methodology. They are noted for offering good value for cost and a culture fit, with no areas for improvement mentioned in the reviews.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Charleston, SC
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Techforce Digital Solutions LLC is a small Charleston, South Carolina-based Conversion Optimization company. The team specializes in Conversion Optimization and Affiliate Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9İstanbul, Türkiye
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See all 1 projectsAlt Tab Web Tasarım offers web design and development services, specializing in updating and modernizing websites. The overall feedback highlights the company’s effective project management, timely communication, and the delivery of user-friendly, fast-loading websites. Clients have noted significant improvements in website performance and positive customer feedback, although initial SEO performance required further optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Boise, ID
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Dogwood Solutions, a Marketing Strategy company, focus on Marketing Strategy and Public Relations. They were launched in 2020.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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See all 1 projectsWe offer comprehensive digital marketing services designed to elevate your brand's online presence. Our mission is to transform your brand’s potential into success by using the latest
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See all 1 projectsSentral X LLC offers business consulting, strategy development, and web design services. Clients consistently praise the company for its exceptional client involvement, responsiveness, and expert guidance. Overall, Sentral X LLC is recognized for its ability to deliver comprehensive business solutions tailored to client needs, although it currently does not offer native mobile app development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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See all 1 projectsUnified Marketing Agency provides a comprehensive range of services, including social media strategy, SEO optimization, and Email Marketing, with a focus on enhancing sales and traffic. Reviews highlight their exceptional project management, innovative approach, and commitment to customer satisfaction, emphasizing their ability to develop creative, tailored solutions while maintaining effective communication and timely delivery.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Birmingham, AL
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See all 1 projectsBurgundy provides digital presence establishment, ecommerce website development, and brand visibility services. Clients consistently commend Burgundy for their efficient project management, timely delivery, and dedication to client needs. The overall feedback highlights Burgundy’s ability to transform vision into reality swiftly and effectively, underscoring their commitment to customer satisfaction.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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See all 1 projectsLead Digital Lab Ltd specializes in brand development and digital marketing, offering services such as email marketing campaigns and content creation to enhance brand identity and online visibility. Client feedback highlights their exceptional work ethic, responsiveness, and attention to detail, which resulted in successful email campaigns and a polished digital presence.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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Small Content Marketing company Bari Media, is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Their services include Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Colchester, England
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Ladybug Media is a SEO agency. They are based in Colchester, England, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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CoverSaga is a Direct Marketing company. They were established in 2022 and specialize in Direct Marketing and Market Research.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Ellicott City, MD
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Onjin is a social media marketing firm. They are in Ellicott City, Maryland and have small team. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Guarulhos, Brazil
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MKD Soluções is a Conversion Optimization company founded in 2012. The team specializes in Conversion Optimization and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Covina, CA
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Founded in 2016, Lucky Frank Studios Digital Marketing, a small Advertising company, is based in West Covina, California. Their team provides Advertising and Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
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Dan Kabakov Digital Agency is a pay per click company based in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel. Established in 2015, the team offers Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
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Established in 2018, SMT Marketing, a small Content Marketing company, is headquartered in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. Their team focuses on Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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SearchNom Agency is a Content Marketing company launched in 2006. Their services include Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9New Delhi, India
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Founded in 2019, Top Globals is a branding company. The team specializes in Branding and Email Marketing.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Auckland, New Zealand
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Primo Digital is a small Auckland, New Zealand-based Digital Strategy company. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Tacoma, WA
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Dekker, a PPC company, is headquartered in Tacoma, Washington. They focus on Pay Per Click and Email Marketing and were established in 2016.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Singapore, Singapore
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Traction Haven, a social media marketing company, was founded in 2019. The small team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Birmingham, England
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WeAreWD, a small Digital Strategy company, is located in Birmingham, England. Their services include Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Amman, Jordan
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Branding firm Tawlah is headquartered in Amman, Jordan. Their services include Branding and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Tanger, Morocco
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Mobicentrum, an Email Marketing company, offers Email Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing. The firm is in Tanger, Morocco.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Terra Agency is a branding company. Their small team is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Their team provides Branding and Web Design.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Established in 2020, London Creative Media is a small web development company in London, England. Their team focuses on Web Development and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Visakhapatnam, India
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Markzeal is a web design company established in 2018. The team specializes in Web Design and Web Development and is located in Visakhapatnam, India and Toronto, Canada.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Digital Pistons is a small user experience agency. Launched in 2018, the team offers UX/UI Design and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Muscat, Oman
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Headquartered in Muscat, Oman, Illuminate digital marketing is a small Other Digital Marketing company. The team offers Other Digital Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Pune, India
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Pipaani is an Advertising company. Based in Pune, India, their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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Ziagram, a Direct Marketing company, is in Toronto, Canada. They provide Direct Marketing and Email Marketing and were founded in 2020.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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DataLemon, a Back Office Outsourcing company, is in London, England. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Market Research.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Riverside, CA
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Newport Marketing is a SEO company in Riverside, California. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2017.
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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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Staten Island, NY
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37.9/40.018.6/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 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+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Newport, RI
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36.3/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
90% Email Marketing10% Other -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49L'viv, Ukraine
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35.5/40.016.8/20 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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33.7/40.018/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
85% Email Marketing15% Other -
$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+$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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Oakville, Canada
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40/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 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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30.5/40.015.6/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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37.2/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 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
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31.9/40.016.8/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
60% Email Marketing40% 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.