Top Email Marketing Companies
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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+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Niumatrix Digital is a Bangalore, India-based Digital Strategy company. They offer Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2024.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Antwerpen, Belgium
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Applic Group is an Advertising company launched in 2012. Based in Antwerpen, Belgium, the team offers Advertising 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bonney Lake, WA
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Pioneer Vision Consulting, an Advertising company, is based in Bonney Lake, Washington. Established in 2024, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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Traction Keys is a small Market Research company. Launched in 2022, the team focuses on Market Research and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Washington, DC
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Mukava is a Washington, District of Columbia-based web development firm. They offer Web Development and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Interstellar Digital is a public relations firm founded in 2010. The small team specializes in Public Relations and Event Marketing.
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Founded in 2022, Fourth Wave Digital is an Email Marketing company. Their team focuses on Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Vzeon Branding is an Advertising company. Their small team is based in Rajkot , India and New york , New Jersey. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9București, Romania
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GRÉGOIRE Agency is a branding company. They are based in București, Romania. Their team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chandler, AZ
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CL James Consulting, LLC is a small Email Marketing company in Chandler, Arizona. The team provides Email Marketing and Business Consulting.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Aberdeen, Scotland
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Established in 2019, Bspoq is a Marketing Strategy company. The agency focuses on Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Miami Beach, FL
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Branding firm Charley Signature was established in 2013. The team focuses on Branding and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Founded in 2021, Emkors Digitals is a social media marketing firm. Located in London, England, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Techfinad is a social media marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing, and the firm is in Noida, India.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Nirimba Fields, Australia
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Wasif Kasim Consulting is a branding firm. Launched in 2022, the company provides Branding and Direct Marketing.
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8AM Creative is a branding firm. In Austin, Texas, their small team focuses on Branding and Public Relations. The firm was launched in 2021.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9București, Romania
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Safeflows is a Marketing Strategy company. Located in București, Romania, their team provides Marketing Strategy and Email Marketing.
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See all 1 projectsPexel Web offers professional web development and digital marketing services, focusing on enhancing online visibility and achieving top search engine rankings. Reviews highlight the company's alignment with client values, timely project delivery, and impressive professionalism. Despite some areas for improvement, clients appreciate Pexel Web's dedication to achieving measurable outcomes and effective communication.
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See all 1 projectsBanglore SEO - Brainmine provides website development, search engine optimization, and social media management services. Reviews highlight their punctual project management, personalized service, and effective strategies that drive quality clients. Clients appreciate their alignment with business values and consistent efforts to improve their offerings.
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$75,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Long Beach, CA
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AW Solutions is a branding firm. The New York, New York-based company was founded in 2011. Their team offers Branding and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Houston, TX
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Valon Consulting Group is an e-commerce development firm. The midsize Houston, Texas-based team provides E-Commerce Development and Mobile & App Marketing. The agency was founded in 2018.
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$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Ciudad de México, Mexico
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ABCW , a Digital Strategy company, provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. The company is located in Doral, Florida and Ciudad de México, Mexico.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999
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Social media marketing company Digitally Bird Private Limited provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing. They are headquartered in Delhi, India and New Delhi, India.
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Midsize branding agency Brandigee, is in Ahmedabad, India. The team provides Branding and Public Relations.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Istanbul, Türkiye
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Headquartered in Istanbul, Türkiye, VANAD Engage Turkije is a midsize call center. Their services include Call Center Services and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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Webstars Ltd. Is a website development firm established in 2003. The team specializes in Web Development and Web Design.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Belfast, Northern Ireland
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Headquartered in Belfast, Northern Ireland, Origin is a web design agency. They specialize in Web Design and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2006.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Milwaukee, WI
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Social media marketing company Keystone Click is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cape Town, South Africa
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Shift ONE Digital is a SEO company launched in 2011. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Chennai, India
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Infycle Technologies is a Digital Strategy company. Established in 2011, the agency is in Chennai, India. Their services include Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Digital Edge Institute is an Email Marketing company based in noida, India. They specialize in Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2013.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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LoonyHeads is a Tirur, India-based SEO company. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing and were established in 2020.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerChattanooga, TN
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Launched in 1986, ROTH copywriting, LLC is a small Advertising company based in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Their team focuses on Advertising and Email Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Baton Rouge, LA
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NURA Impact Agency, a small Marketing Strategy company, is headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and New Orleans, Louisiana. The team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Event Management.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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IMMI-MEDIA Marketing Agency is a Conversion Optimization company. The team offers Conversion Optimization and Content Marketing, and the company is based in Rancho Cucamonga, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Torrevieja, Spain
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To500in100 agency, a Sales Outsourcing company, was founded in 2022. They offers Sales Outsourcing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerDhaka, Bangladesh
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Market Research company B2B Lead Generation Service was established in 2015. The firm provides Market Research and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO), and is small.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Olathe, KS
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Woodsmall Marketing Group, a small SEO services firm, is based in Olathe, Kansas. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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The Daily Essentials is a Raleigh, North Carolina-based social media marketing agency. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249
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Morgan IT is a social media marketing company. They are in Lanham, Maryland. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Math Agency is a PPC agency. Located in T'bilisi, Georgia, the agency was launched in 2017. Their team specializes in Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Fort Myers, FL
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Cohen Creative Designs is a branding agency. Established in 2013, the firm is in Fort Myers, Florida. Their team specializes in Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Preston, Australia
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Clickify is a Digital Strategy company in Preston, Australia. They provide Digital Strategy and Content Marketing and were launched in 2013.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerNorthbrook, IL
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Founded in 2002, AC Digital Design is an Email Marketing company. The agency specializes in Email Marketing and Print Design, and is small.
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Jaipur, India
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Web design agency Universal eSolutions was founded in 2012. The agency specializes in Web Design and Direct Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Noida, India
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Mad Over Social is a pay per click agency. They are headquartered in Noida, India and India and have midsize team. They specialize in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerColumbus, OH
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Felix Is Marketing is a SEO agency established in 2020. The small team offers Search Engine Optimization and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Kondapur, India
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Religiate is a Digital Strategy company. Launched in 2014, their team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Web design company Web Design Bolt provides Web Design and Pay Per Click. They were established in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Highland Park, Australia
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Established in 1996, Kmac Digital is a web development firm. Their services include Web Development 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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$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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32/40.016.2/20 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.