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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 29 projectsOne 10 Media is a professional email marketing agency specializing in email campaigns, automated email flows, and email engagement strategies. The company consistently receives high praise for its strategic approach, communication, and ability to deliver on time, with over 90% of reviews highlighting impressive revenue growth and improved email metrics. Reviewers appreciate their personalized service and strategic insights, with minimal areas for improvement noted.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Kozhikode, India
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Aviv Digital is an Email Marketing company. The Kozhikode, India-based company was launched in 2016. Their team specializes in Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49
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Results and Co is a small Content Marketing company located in Coffs Harbour, Australia. The team focuses on Content 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 64 projectsA-SALES AB is a lead generation and email outreach company specializing in developing customized outbound sales strategies through email campaigns and other methods. Across reviews, 87.5% of clients report satisfaction with their organized project management and precise targeting, while one review highlights significant dissatisfaction with their service quality and professionalism. Their ability to tailor messaging effectively to different markets is frequently noted as a strength.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Noida, India
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Fastinfo Hub is a social media marketing agency. Established in 2013, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Manchester, England
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See all 1 projectsFullSphere specializes in website development and management, utilizing platforms such as WordPress and WooCommerce. Feedback from clients highlights their professionalism, effective project management, and swift responsiveness to inquiries. Overall, FullSphere has been praised for enhancing website performance, leading to improved user metrics and conversion rates.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Preston, England
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Marshmallow Marketing is a branding firm founded in 2018. Their team offers Branding and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancer
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PXLCHIC is a web design company. Located in Melbourne, Australia, the team provides Web Design and Email Marketing.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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Viralcurry, a Marketing Strategy company, is located in New Delhi, India. The team offers Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49DKI Jakarta, Indonesia
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Contendr, a Content Marketing company, was launched in 2015. The firm focuses on Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerVancouver, Canada
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Launched in 2019, Justin Everett Consulting is a web design agency. The company focuses on Web Design and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Mountain View, CA
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Bloomreach is a Conversion Optimization company. The midsize Mountain View, California-based team focuses on Conversion Optimization and E-Commerce Development. The agency was launched in 2009.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Morrisville, PA
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Planet 8 Digital is a SEO services firm. In Morrisville, Pennsylvania, the agency was launched in 2015. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Branded Strategic Hospitality is a Content Marketing company. They are in New York, New York and have small team. Their team specializes in Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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Copyscribbler Marketing , a web development company, provide Web Development and Digital Strategy. They were launched in 2019.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Cheil Team Uno is an AR/VR development company. Their small team is in Miami, Florida and offers AR/VR development and Blockchain. The company was launched in 2023.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsQlogic Digital offers digital marketing services with a focus on SEO and paid marketing. According to the reviews, the company is praised for its excellent teamwork, effective communication, and experienced personnel. Clients highlight their satisfaction with the project outcomes, although there is a mention of room for improvement. Overall, Qlogic Digital is seen as a reliable partner for digital marketing initiatives.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Abridge is a Sales Outsourcing company in Dhaka, Bangladesh and West Miami, Florida. They provide Sales Outsourcing and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Chandler, AZ
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Founded in 2018, SumoLab Total Business Marketing is a CRM consulting and SI company. In Chandler, Arizona, the team offers CRM consulting and SI and Branding.
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See all 1 projectsSaleSpeak | Transforming Leads into Loyal Clients At SaleSpeak, we understand businesses' challenges in finding and engaging with the right audience. Whether you want to scale, close more deals, or
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Victoria, Canada
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Stand Out Online Marketing Inc. Is a social media marketing agency. The firm is in Victoria, Canada. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10,000+London, England
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Advertising company Sapient Razorfish was founded in 1990. The company specializes in Advertising and Branding, and is large.
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10Times is an Email Marketing company. The company is located in New York, New York and Noida, India. Their services include Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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Headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria and Ikeja, Nigeria, Norda Creative Limited is a web design company. The team specializes in Web Design and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerEast Longmeadow, MA
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DEL PADRE DIGITAL is a SEO services firm. In East Longmeadow, Massachusetts, the firm was launched in 1991. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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See all 1 projectsKava Digital Marketing specializes in SEO optimization, including backlink gap analysis, keyword research, and website quality audits. Reviews highlight their professionalism, effective communication skills, and the ability to deliver measurable outcomes such as increased website traffic. Clients express high satisfaction with their services, noting their thorough and proactive approach.
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Leadsynclink SEO & Web Solutions is a web design company. In Parramatta, Australia, their team provides Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Austin, TX
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Marketing Strategy company Shift Paradigm is headquartered in Austin, Texas and Scottsdale, Arizona. They provide Marketing Strategy and cloud consulting & SI and were founded in 2010.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Sheridan, WY
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Vehom is a SEO company. The Sheridan, Wyoming-based firm was founded in 2002. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Meshkat Axon is a small Email Marketing company launched in 2012. Their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Wake Forest, NC
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WePushPixels, a branding firm, is located in Wake Forest, North Carolina. Launched in 2015, the team focuses on Branding and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Bhubaneswar, India
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Small custom software development firm InnoverenIT, is based in Bhubaneswar, India. Their services include Custom Software Development and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Chennai, India
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See all 1 projectsGreyLeads offers mobile application development services for both Android and iOS platforms. The overall feedback from reviews highlights their excellent design and high-speed development capabilities, along with effective project management and communication. Clients are particularly impressed with their use of the latest technology, contributing to measurable positive outcomes such as increased sales.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Hyderabad, India
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Goviral, an Advertising company, specialize in Advertising and Content Marketing. They were founded in 2018.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Indore, India
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Fllixx is a small Indore, India-based Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Meta Vers Studios, a Digital Strategy company, is located in Canton, Georgia. The team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Enderby, England
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See all 1 projectsRR Webdesign specializes in website development and Google advertising optimization. Clients praise their effective communication, timely delivery, and depth of knowledge in their field. Overall feedback indicates increased sales and improved search engine outcomes, underscoring their capability and reliability in delivering desired results.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Richardson, TX
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Established in 2014, Mindtap Digital is a web design agency. In Richardson, Texas, the team specializes in Web Design and Web Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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WESEBO® is a social media marketing agency. Headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, the agency was founded in 2016. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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The Sms World - Best Digital Marketing Company in Chandigarh is a social media marketing agency founded in 2008. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Caistor, England
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Systematic is a graphic design agency founded in 1975. Located in Caistor, England, the team focuses on Graphic Design and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Burlington, VT
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Syron Design is a Burlington, Vermont-based Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Winnipeg, Canada
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Only Nü is an Email Marketing company. Located in Winnipeg, Canada, the team provides Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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Core Tech IT Services Pvt. Ltd. Is a small social media marketing company. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and were founded in 2014.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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Social Orange is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2015. Their services include Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Barcelona, Spain
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Launched in 2009, Mediatics is a small web design company. Their services include Web Design and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49South Perth, Australia
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Clue Design is a Digital Strategy company headquartered in South Perth, Australia. They focus on Digital Strategy and Email Marketing and were established in 1997.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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Founded in 1994, JP Enterprises is a print design company. The team offers Print Design and Email Marketing and is in Lawrence, Pennsylvania.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montreal, Canada
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INexxus is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2008. The agency focuses on Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Hollywood, FL
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Idea180 is a Hollywood, Florida-based Content Marketing company. They focus on Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Garston, England
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Established in 2006, Yoma is a small Content Marketing company in Garston, England and Warrington, England. Their team focuses on Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Menomonie, WI
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Spencer Kinney | Menomonie Web Development Agency is a social media marketing firm. Their small team is in Menomonie, Wisconsin. Their services include Social Media Marketing 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+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, India
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35.3/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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34.2/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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38.2/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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33.4/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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33.3/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$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+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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32.9/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Hallandale Beach, FL
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32.9/40.018/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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36.7/40.017.2/20 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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OH
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36.8/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 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+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999San Jose, CA
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36.8/40.020/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience8/10 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 / 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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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Brașov, Romania
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35.3/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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32.7/40.016.8/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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36.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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39.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49
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38.4/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Jackson, WY
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30.6/40.017.6/20 Reviews5.8/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Oakville, Canada
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39.8/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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30.5/40.015.6/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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30.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
80% Email Marketing20% Other
Email Marketing Agency FAQs
Looking for an email marketing agency but not sure where to start? We've put together answers to the most common questions businesses ask when searching for a trusted partner. This FAQ covers what you need to know before hiring an email marketing agency, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
Clutch showcases firms that create automated campaigns, nurture leads, and improve conversions through email twice a year based on a proprietary methodology. The top email marketing agencies for Fall 2025 include:
An email marketing company plans, builds, and optimizes campaigns that move prospects through your sales funnel. Their typical responsibilities include audience segmentation, template design, copywriting, automation flow setup, deliverability monitoring, and performance reporting. Instead of juggling creative, technical, and analytical tasks internally, you can outsource to a specialist team that already knows best practices for inbox placement and conversion.
Agencies track metrics like revenue per email, conversion rate, subscriber lifetime value, and list churn. Advanced teams tie email performance back to multi-touch attribution models or customer data platforms so you can see how campaigns influence overall pipeline and retention.
Email marketing agencies are dedicated to helping clients reach their target audience cost-efficiently. If you’re planning to team up with a provider soon, here are some services you can expect:
- Strategy workshops and list growth planning
- ESP migration or platform setup (e.g., Klaviyo, HubSpot, Braze)
- Creative services (e.g., mobile-responsive templates, GIFs, dynamic content)
- Automated sequences (i.e., welcome, cart-abandon, re-engagement, post-purchase)
- A/B testing, personalization, and data analytics
- Deliverability audits and inbox placement fixes
Some firms also bundle paid social retargeting or SMS for a cohesive lifecycle approach. When evaluating prospective service providers, make sure to verify and assess the quality of the work they offer — regardless if you need comprehensive work or focused services.
Clutch data shows monthly retainers range from $2,500 to as high as $15,000 depending on several key factors such as list size, send volume, and service depth. Moreover, hourly rates generally fall between $75 – $150. Ultimately, it depends on what you are looking for – a small business needing two automated flows might spend $5,000 for setup, while an enterprise with millions of contacts could invest $20,000 per month for full lifecycle management and creative testing.
Finding the right email marketing provider is crucial to your investment’s success. To make sure you don’t feel overwhelmed once you look for potential providers, the first step you should do is clarify your goals (e.g., higher open rates, revenue per send, automation build-out). After that, you can proceed with the following:
- Shortlist agencies with proven results in your industry.
- Review Clutch feedback for communication style, project management, and ROI.
- Request case studies and ask about specific KPIs they improved.
- Evaluate cultural fit, reporting cadence, and tech stack expertise.
- Compare pricing models—flat retainer, percent of revenue, or project-based—and ensure deliverables are clear in the contract.
While there’s no flawless service provider, it’s crucial to match with the ideal team to avoid mishaps or costly headaches. Be cautious if a provider has any of the following warning signs:
- Guarantees specific open or revenue numbers (inbox algorithms shift)
- Uses purchased lists or suggests scraping emails
- Lacks transparency on creative ownership or ESP access
- Provides sparse reporting or avoids explaining metrics
- Overlooks compliance requirements like CAN-SPAM or GDPR
- Which industries do you specialize in, and can I see related case studies?
- What ESPs and automation tools are you certified in?
- How do you segment audiences and personalize content?
- What’s your process for improving deliverability?
- How frequently will we review performance metrics together?
- Who owns the creative assets and account data if we part ways?
A freelancer is ideal for one-off template designs or copy tweaks on a tight budget. An agency offers multidisciplinary teams—strategists, designers, developers, and analysts—able to manage end-to-end programs, integrate with CRMs, and scale testing. If your goal is sustainable revenue growth and complex automation, an agency’s broader expertise and bandwidth generally deliver higher long-term ROI.