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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Curitiba, Brazil
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BLUEFOOT Digital is a midsize Content Marketing company based in Curitiba, Brazil. Their services include Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Garden Grove, CA
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Team Debello is a Digital Strategy company based in Garden Grove, California. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media 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 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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InfyZoom LLC is a Content Marketing company. The Lewes, Delaware-based agency was launched in 2012. Their team focuses on Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerIslamabad, Pakistan
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Established in 2011, Vitalwiz is a Mobile & App Marketing company. The team provides Mobile & App Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerUmhlanga, South Africa
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Smart SEO is a Digital Strategy company. Established in 2020, the firm is based in Umhlanga, South Africa. Their services include Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerHaywards Heath, England
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Prozack is a Digital Strategy company. In Haywards Heath, England, the agency was established in 2017. Their services include Digital Strategy and Advertising.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hrFreelancerGainesville, VA
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Founded in 2020, Benchmark Digital DC, a small Content Marketing company, is located in Gainesville, Virginia. Their team provides Content Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerPimpri-Chinchwad, India
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Compzant Software Solutions is a small Mobile & App Marketing company launched in 2020. Their team provides Mobile & App Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerJacksonville, FL
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Digital Path Consulting, a Digital Strategy company, is located in Jacksonville, Florida. Their services include Digital Strategy and Business Consulting.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hrFreelancerLondon, England
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Marketing Jam is a small London, England-based Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerLondon, England
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Insidigital is an Advertising company. Located in London, England, the company was founded in 2021. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerFrederick, MD
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Founded in 2021, Jen The Wordsmith is a social media marketing firm. Located in Frederick, Maryland, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerVancouver, Canada
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BK Marketing is a Digital Strategy company. The company is located in Vancouver, Canada. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerAgra, India
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Edvertisement.in is a small Advertising company headquartered in Agra, India. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerAuckland, New Zealand
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Really Good Marketing is a Content Marketing company. Established in 2021, the agency is in Auckland, New Zealand. Their services include Content Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+UndisclosedFreelancerAshford, England
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Lloyd Bryant Enterprise is an Advertising company. The agency is based in Ashford, England. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerMadison, WI
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Thrive Social Solution is a SEO agency. They are in Madison, Wisconsin. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerChopda, India
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Dr. Suresh Borole is a small Mobile & App Marketing company founded in 2022. Their team provides Mobile & App Marketing and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerWashington, DC
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In Washington, District of Columbia, The District Brand Bar is a branding company. They offer Branding and Marketing Strategy and were launched in 2020.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLondon, England
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Launched in 2022, Taavi Tammpere is a small Digital Strategy company. Their team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerPrayagraj, India
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Based in Prayagraj, India, RojoShip Digital Marketing Agency is a small Digital Strategy company. The team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerMelbourne, Australia
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Karma Campaigns is a social media marketing agency. Based in Melbourne, Australia, the company was launched in 2020. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerLausanne, Switzerland
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Click Factory | agence de communication à Lausanne is a small Conversion Optimization company founded in 2022. Their services include Conversion Optimization and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancer
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Deliberate Collective, an Advertising company, was launched in 2019. The company provides Advertising and Branding.
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Founded in 2017, Wordpress Web Services is a small Cape Town, South Africa-based web design agency. Their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Sofia, Bulgaria
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Social media marketing firm eTel Digital Agency was founded in 2001. The midsize team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hrFreelancerSultanpur, India
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Shobhit Chawla is an Email Marketing company. Founded in 2021, the team focuses on Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerJamisontown, Australia
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Established in 2022, Fluxr is a SEO company. The small team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hrFreelancerMumbai, India
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Established in 2022, Digital Vickas-Freelance Digital Marketing in Mumbai India is a SEO services firm. In Mumbai, India, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Brands by Olive is a web design agency. Based in Dar es Salaam, , Tanzania, the agency was founded in 2019. Their team provides Web Design and Branding.
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$1,000+UndisclosedFreelancerKaliakair, Bangladesh
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Ultraavirtual, a social media marketing agency, is located in Kaliakair, Bangladesh. They offer Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and were launched in 2022.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hrFreelancerMymensingh, Bangladesh
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BD Techshala Ltd. Is a Content Marketing company. They provide Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2020.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerBrighton, England
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In Brighton, England, Writewordsforme is a Content Marketing company. Established in 2018, the team specializes in Content Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hrFreelancerAuckland, New Zealand
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Launched in 2020, Support Your Local is a social media marketing company. The small team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerSingapore, Singapore
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Growth Hermit is a SEO agency. Their team is in Singapore, Singapore. The agency focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hrFreelancer
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TheWebCode is a web design company established in 2014. The company offers Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancer
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OG Web Design is a web design company. Their team is based in new delhi, India. The company focuses on Web Design and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Denver, CO
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Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, AdCellerant is a social media marketing firm. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Cookeville, TN
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Hometown Digital Solutions, an Email Marketing company, was founded in 2016. The company focuses on Email Marketing and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Treviso, Italy
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Headquartered in Treviso, Italy, MOCA Interactive Srl is a social media marketing firm. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerSpruce Grove, Canada
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Dock & Door SEO is a SEO company. Their small team is located in Spruce Grove, Canada and focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing. The company was launched in 2021.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Minneapolis, MN
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Collective Measures is a Minneapolis, Minnesota-based Marketing Strategy company. They focus on Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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Socialginie, a SEO services firm, is in Kolkata, India. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Beaverton, OR
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In Beaverton, Oregon, FOX 12/FOX 12+ Marketing is a midsize Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Varna, Bulgaria
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411 Marketing is a midsize Advertising company. Established in 2009, the team focuses on Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Martínez, Argentina
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Contact Solution is a midsize Martínez, Argentina-based social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Istanbul, Türkiye
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Launched in 2014, M2S is an Email Marketing company. The firm focuses on Email Marketing and Call Center Services.
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$1,000+UndisclosedFreelancerOgden, UT
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Empire Digital Marketing Agency, a social media marketing agency, was launched in 2019. They focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249London, England
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Social media marketing agency Content Writing Hub was launched in 2012. Based in London, England, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hrFreelancerLondon, England
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Advertising company Boost VA was launched in 2020. The company specializes in Advertising and Direct Marketing, and is small.
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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
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$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
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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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$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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$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 / 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.