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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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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancer
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Content Marketing company Pivotal B2B was established in 2018. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the team specializes in Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsECommerce Partners is a full-service, ecommerce and interactive agency headquartered in New York City. Best known for unique process methodology, Internet expertise, creative talent, and
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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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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Ridgefield, NJ
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See all 2 projectsMARZ AGENCY offers brand development, logo design, and online advertising optimization services. Reviews highlight the agency’s effective communication, timely project completion, and impressive attention to detail. Clients report increased traffic, conversion rates, and customer retention, indicating successful project outcomes and satisfaction with the agency’s work.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hrFreelancer
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See all 1 projectsContent Creature Digital Marketing offers services including monthly blogs, social posts, emails, and various other marketing projects. Clients consistently praise the company for its clear communication, effective workflow, and the ability to transform complex subjects into comprehensible content. Reviewers highlight the positive impact on web traffic, social engagement, and overall understanding of their mission.
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Deep Footprints Digital is a Cambridge, England-based pay per click agency. They specialize in Pay Per Click and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Lake Placid, NY
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Workshop is a small Lake Placid, New York-based branding firm. The team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Woodham, England
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Haradigital.co.uk is a web design agency. Based in Woodham, England, the company specializes in Web Design and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Timișoara, Romania
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Advertising company SweetLime is based in Timișoara, Romania and Timișoara, Romania. Founded in 2017, the team provides Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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Established in 2017, Vancouver SEO Group is a SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Monroe, WA
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Key Marketing Group is a SEO agency. Based in Monroe, Washington, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Fazilka, India
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Fever 19 is a branding company. Established in 2019, the firm provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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JackSpike Design, a graphic design agency, was established in 2011. In Quattro Strade, Italy, the team focuses on Graphic Design and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bray, Ireland
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Founded in 2019, Weblogic is a web design company. The agency provides Web Design and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Naperville, IL
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Smart PR Communications is a small Content Marketing company located in Naperville, Illinois. Their services include Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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See all 1 projectsHorizon Digital offers comprehensive digital marketing services, including social media campaigns, Google Ads, graphic design, and promotional posting. Reviews highlight their success in increasing followers, conversions, and social media impressions, indicating effective strategies. Overall, clients commend Horizon Digital for their timely project management and expertise, although there is room for improvement in customer service.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Alcester, England
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See all 1 projectsBlend Commerce offers Shopify website design, development, and optimization services. Reviewers consistently praise their innovative design features, high-quality work, and effective project management, resulting in significant increases in sales and online sessions. The positive feedback highlights Blend Commerce's commitment, expertise, and ability to meet client needs effectively.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerKushtia, Bangladesh
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Small social media marketing agency Freelancer Amin, is in Kushtia, Bangladesh. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Charleston, SC
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Launched in 2017, Ashworth Strategy is a small Digital Strategy company. Their team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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Launched in 2016, PawaSys Technologies is a small web development company based in Noida, India. Their team focuses on Web Development and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Zaman IT is a web development company. The midsize Dhaka, Bangladesh-based team provides Web Development and Web Design. The agency was established in 2008.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Delhi, India
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Seo2Topp Services is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2013. The midsize team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Mumbai, India
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Based in Mumbai, India, Yellow Umbrella Services is an Event Marketing company. The team specializes in Event Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Atlanta, GA
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Branding firm Writer Cosmos | WriterCosmos provides Branding and Advertising. They were launched in 2014.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Princeton, NJ
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CAT Software Services, a social media marketing firm, is based in Princeton, New Jersey. They offer Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Zaisha Technologies is a Hyderabad, India-based social media marketing agency. They provide Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Noida, India
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Digital Strategy company INVENTIA TECHNOLOGY CONSULTANTS PRIVATE LIMITED was established in 2006. The midsize team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999
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Branding firm Logo Majesty focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing. They are in Salt Lake City, Utah.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Cape Town, South Africa
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Web design company ITM was established in 2005. The team offers Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Köln, Germany
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RankRage SEO & Online Marketing is a pay per click agency. Located in Köln, Germany and Köln, Germany, the firm provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Vellore, India
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Headquartered in Vellore, India, Bee's Media Tech is a Digital Strategy company. They specialize in Digital Strategy and Email Marketing and were founded in 2020.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Singapore, Singapore
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Established in 2014, Business Thrust Pte. Ltd., a midsize SEO agency, is in Singapore, Singapore. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Other Digital Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Branding firm Brand360 was established in 2007. The company focuses on Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Meerut, India
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Namaste Technology, a SEO agency, is in Meerut, India and Ghaziabad, India. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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TechnoCorps is a small SEO agency founded in 2015. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ghaziabad, India
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Think Your Media is a Digital Strategy company. The Ghaziabad, India-based agency was founded in 2018. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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See all 1 projectsCars Multimedia specializes in car rentals and offers a range of multimedia services for an enhanced driving experience. Reviews highlight their expertise in the automotive industry, delivering tailored marketing solutions, and timely project management. Clients appreciate their full-service approach but suggest offering more flexible pricing options and innovative marketing strategies.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Multan, Pakistan
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Mr. Calling IT Solutions SMC PVT LTD, a social media marketing agency, is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Multan, Pakistan. They offer Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Sanauli, India
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Grafix Mistri Studio is a small branding company. They offer Branding and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2020.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Karachi, Pakistan
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Located in Karachi, Pakistan, Brands Elevate is a small social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Wilmington, NC
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Huify is a Content Marketing company. They were founded in 2012 and focus on Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Good2bSocial is a Content Marketing company established in 2011. The small team specializes in Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Carrington, Australia
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Gorilla 360 is a Digital Strategy company launched in 2011. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Content Marketing and is based in Carrington, Australia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Gent, Belgium
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Waylay is a small Gent, Belgium-based IoT development company. The team focuses on IoT development and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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Modern Branding Co., a branding firm, was launched in 2022. The agency focuses on Branding and Email Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Delray Beach, FL
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Thryve Digital Marketing is a Conversion Optimization company. The team offers Conversion Optimization and Other Digital Marketing and is based in Delray Beach, Florida.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Omaha, NE
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Nerd Rush is a web design agency. The team is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, and their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Pune, India
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BITS Private Limited is a Marketing Strategy company launched in 1992. Their team provides Marketing Strategy and Email Marketing.
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See all 1 projectsAs a results-driven digital marketing agency, we help ambitious brands scale with smart strategies, high-converting funnels, and powerful creatives that cut through the noise.Our Services
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Circle Pines, MN
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Four13 Group is an e-commerce development company. Their midsize team is headquartered in Circle Pines, Minnesota. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerNew Siddhapudur, India
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Digital Marketing Coimbatore is a SEO agency. The team is headquartered in New Siddhapudur, India, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Grapevine, TX
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38.6/40.018.8/20 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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Canada
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33.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 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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$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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32/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 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.