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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 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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ICUBEBOXI is a Digital Strategy company. Their team is headquartered in Ahmedabad, India. The company specializes in Digital Strategy and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249East Providence, RI
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D3, Inc. Is an East Providence, Rhode Island-based social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Denver, COServices provided
See all 24 projectsMH Digital is a specialized email marketing agency known for its expertise in Email Campaigns, Email Automation, and Email Engagement Strategies. With a 100% positive feedback rating, clients consistently praise their strategic insights, timely delivery, and ability to integrate seamlessly into team operations. Many reviews highlight MH Digital's proficiency in improving email performance metrics, such as revenue growth and customer engagement.
$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Ed, SwedenServices provided
See all 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Melville, NY
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Launched in 1996, Didit.com is a Content Marketing company. The team offers Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hrFreelancerDinga, Pakistan
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Founded in 2023, ITS DEVELOPER is a social media marketing agency. The agency offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Beachwood, OH
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Brand Protect Plus LLC is a social media marketing firm. In Beachwood, Ohio, the agency was founded in 2012. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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CLIENTSFirst Consulting is an Email Marketing company. The agency is located in Atlanta, Georgia. Their services include Email Marketing and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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Hjc, a Financial Consulting company, is headquartered in Toronto, Canada and Portland, Oregon. Their services include Financial Consulting and Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Meridian, ID
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C Squared Social is a social media marketing agency launched in 2012. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Bluechip Digital is a midsize Content Marketing company established in 2012. Their services include Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Dhaka, Bangladesh
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ADN DigiNet Ltd. Is a midsize Dhaka, Bangladesh-based CRM consulting and SI company. Their services include CRM consulting and SI and SMS Marketing.
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MN TECH SOLUTION is a PPC company. Launched in 2023, the team provides Pay Per Click and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Rorschach, Switzerland
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HORISEN is a SMS Marketing company. Founded in 2001, the company focuses on SMS Marketing and Email Marketing.
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| Mohammad Tarequl Islam | Digital Marketing Specialist in Cumilla is a small SEO services firm based in. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Shatin, Hong Kong
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Established in 2000, Radica Systems Limited is a CRM consulting and SI company. Their services include CRM consulting and SI and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Bogotá, Colombia
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Founded in 1994, Aldeamo is a midsize SMS Marketing company headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia. Their team specializes in SMS Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Il-Gżira, Malta
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Raketech is a SMS Marketing company based in Il-Gżira, Malta. Launched in 2010, the team provides SMS Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Utrecht, Netherlands
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SMS Marketing company Tripolis | Now Spotler is located in Utrecht, Netherlands. Established in 2004, the team focuses on SMS Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Oulu, Finland
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Liana Technologies, a Digital Strategy company, was founded in 2005. The team offers Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization and is located in Oulu, Finland.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Accra, Ghana
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Advertiser & Publisher Solutions Ghana Ltd. Is an Accra, Ghana-based Advertising company. Founded in 2020, the team specializes in Advertising and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerColumbia, TN
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BlueVine Digital Marketing Solutions is a social media marketing company. They offer Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2022.
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OnlineKix, a Marketing Strategy company, was founded in 2008. Headquartered in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, the team offers Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Tech Dream IT Digital Marketing Agency, a midsize social media marketing firm, is based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Small Affiliate Marketing company Digital Marketing Freelancer, is headquartered in Surat, India. The team offers Affiliate Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hrFreelancerBeverly Hills, CA
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Snohat is a Marketing Strategy company. The team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing and is based in Beverly Hills, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Kolkata, India
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Soft Tech Digi Media is a social media marketing company established in 2018. In Kolkata, India, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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Headquartered in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India, Blue Mile Digital is a social media marketing company. They offer Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and were launched in 2021.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerBerea, South Africa
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Mhlobo Designs is a graphic design company. They specialize in Graphic Design and Branding and are in Berea, South Africa.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerKubwa, Nigeria
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Established in 2018, El Nonso - Digital Marketer in Abuja is a web design agency. The small team specializes in Web Design and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLudhiana, India
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The Web Shaper Tech, a SEO company, is based in Ludhiana, India. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and were founded in 2014.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerMemphis, TN
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Flywheel IMC is a branding firm. The Memphis, Tennessee-based firm was founded in 2023. Their team specializes in Branding and Email Marketing.
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Established in 2023, Christer Osterling, LLC is a Marketing Strategy company. The small team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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Freelance digital marketer in malappuram, a video production company, was launched in 2023. The small team provides Video Production and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerKochi, India
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Established in 2024, Digital Marketing Specialist in Kochi is a social media marketing agency. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is in Kochi, India.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerDhaka, Bangladesh
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Web design agency WebMapUs specializes in Web Design and Search Engine Optimization. They are based in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hrFreelancer
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Reanimation Design is a web design company. Established in 2023, the team specializes in Web Design and Search Engine Optimization. The company is based in Georgetown, Texas.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancer
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Bradleyprof is a London, England-based Advertising company. Launched in 2024, the team offers Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancer
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Digitol is a SEO agency. Their small team is headquartered in Ankleshwar, India. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Branding.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hrFreelancerEdgware, England
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Social media marketing company Hirnaj is located in Edgware, England. They offer Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerKozhikode, India
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Freelance digital marketer in calicut is an Advertising company. In Kozhikode, India, the agency was established in 2023. Their team specializes in Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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Freelance digital marketer in calicut is an Advertising company established in 2023. The firm focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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Web design agency BhatiYaa specializes in Web Design and Digital Strategy. They are based in Jaipur, India.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hrFreelancer
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Vazeer sha is a small Taliparamba, India-based Video Marketing company. Their services include Video Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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Md Aminul Islam is a small Digital Strategy company established in 2021. Their team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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The Small Business Expert, an Advertising company, is headquartered in Willen, England. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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Based in North Branch, Michigan, Shine More Online is a SEO company. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerToronto, Canada
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Aman Gulia - Web Developer, a branding firm, was founded in 2021. They offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Mujeeb Ahmed is a social media marketing agency headquartered in Karachi, Pakistan. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and were launched in 2023.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerBuenos Aires, Argentina
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Web.Sholin.me, a Digital Strategy company, was established in 2016. The small team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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In Noida, India, Webmark8 is a small Conversion Optimization company. The team provides Conversion Optimization and Search Engine Optimization.
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Located in Certosa di Pavia, Italy, Business Suite Hub is a web design company. Established in 2023, the team focuses on Web Design and Web Development.
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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.