Top Media Buying & Planning Agencies
The biggest challenge for businesses nowadays is reaching their audiences at the right time. Media buying can help brands expand their reach and connect with their target audience effectively, ensuring maximum return.
Essentially, media buying is a form of advertising that involves procuring advertising space on relevant media channels such as television, radio, print, and digital. It aims to secure those slots at the optimal time and cost for optimal exposure. The process requires extensive planning and strategic negotiations, requiring in-depth data on demographics and competition.
Media buying agencies are dedicated service providers that specialize in purchasing, managing, and optimizing ad placements for brands. They can handle everything from market research and audience targeting to negotiating ad placements and performance analysis. These agencies are also committed to building strong relationships with media providers, allowing them to secure premium ad spaces for competitive prices.
Before enlisting the services of a professional media buying agency, it’s important to understand price models and costs to avoid financial strain. Most media buying agencies follow one of five common structures — Cost Per Mille (CPM), Cost Per Click (CPC), Cost Per Acquisition (CPA), flat-rate pricing, and retainer model. Each of these has its advantages and disadvantages and which is the best will ultimately depend on the client’s goals and financial resources.
Media buying is a powerful solution when executed correctly. However, success ultimately depends on finding the right agency that understands your goals, offers the best package for your investment, and can guide you through the process.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Miami, FLServices provided
See all 23 projectsAnderson Collaborative™ is a strategic Media Planning and Buying agency specializing in advertising strategy, media audience segmentation, and digital marketing services. Clients consistently commend the company for its exceptional communication, adaptability, and data-driven approach. With a 100% positive feedback rate, reviewers frequently highlight the agency's ability to deliver impressive ROAS, with one client noting an 8-10 times return on ad spend.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Incline Village, NVServices provided
See all 18 projectsEXL Media is a proficient media planning and buying firm renowned for its expertise in advertising strategy and ad service purchasing. Garnering positive feedback, with approximately 100% of reviewers commending their strategic execution and strong industry relationships, EXL Media excels in delivering impactful media solutions, as evidenced by significant client achievements like an 11x return on ad spend and a 311% increase in website sessions.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is a Media Planning and Buying firm known for its expertise in digital marketing and advertising strategy. Out of the reviews analyzed, 100% highlight the company's responsive communication and expert recommendations, resulting in successful campaign performance. Notably, clients appreciate their thorough understanding of unique market needs and the high value they offer for their services.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Book My Ad is an Advertising company. Located in Noida, India, their team specializes in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Nexpulse7 is an Advertising company headquartered in Karachi, Pakistan. They focus on Advertising and Branding and were established in 2022.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Roma, Italy
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EditStudio. Is a Generative AI company. Established in 2017, the team offers Generative AI and Media Planning & Buying. The company is in Roma, Italy.
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$50,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
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Midsize PPC company dentsu Israel, is headquartered in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel. The team offers Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSioux Falls, SD
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Media planning and buying company Perceptive Media & Marketing, LLC was established in 2010. The small team focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerThessaloniki, Greece
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Alma Digital Marketing, a media planning & buying agency, focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing. The agency is headquartered in Thessaloniki, Greece.
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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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$250,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Hanoi, Vietnam
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PanaMotion VFX Studio is a Logo company. They provide Logo and Marketing Strategy and were launched in 2009. The company is based in Hanoi, Vietnam.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Evesham, NJ
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DiPietro Marketing Group LLC is a PPC company established in 2002. The agency offers Pay Per Click and Advertising, and is small.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Temara, Morocco
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Media Crowd is a Temara, Morocco-based social media marketing agency. They offer Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2019.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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BrandVestorz is a branding firm. They are based in New Delhi, India and New Delhi, India and have small team. They specialize in Branding and Direct Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Midvale, UT
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Baker Web Solutions is a PR company located in Midvale, Utah. They provide Public Relations and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Köping, Sweden
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ML Webbyrå AB is an Advertising company in Köping, Sweden. They focus on Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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Unisofts Web Development is a branding firm. Their midsize team is headquartered in Bhubaneswar, India. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
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$100,000+$300+ / hr250 - 999Las Vegas, NV
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SW Marketing and Consulting is a branding company headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. They offer Branding and Marketing Strategy and were founded in 2013.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
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Intango is an Advertising company. In Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel and New York, New York, the agency specializes in Advertising and Affiliate Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Phoenix, AZ
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Digital Strategy company Defero is located in Phoenix, Arizona. Their services include Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Round Rock, TX
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See all 1 projectsTexas Business Analytics provides comprehensive services including competitor analysis, keyword research, and search engine optimization. Overall feedback highlights their professionalism, effective use of premium tools, and successful outcomes such as improved search rankings. Clients appreciate their realistic proposals and data-driven approach, contributing to timely and impactful deliverables.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Akron, OH
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Gemini Media Group is an Akron, Ohio-based Advertising company. Founded in 2009, the team focuses on Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Louis, MO
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Farfetched Studios LLC is an Email Marketing company founded in 2010. In St. Louis, Missouri, the team focuses on Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9السليمانية, Iraq
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KAM Production is a السليمانية, Iraq-based video production company. The team focuses on Video Production and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Bogotá, Colombia
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See all 1 projectsPimentone Media offers comprehensive digital solutions, including web design and digital business development. Reviews highlight their innovative approach, responsiveness, and high-quality, functional deliverables. Clients appreciate Pimentone Media's ability to enhance online visibility and provide robust support. Overall, their expertise and customer service are frequently praised.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Mumbai, India
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Established in 2014, Mediallainz Marketing & Digital Media Solutions LLP is a pay per click company. The team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Castle Bytham, England
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Small branding firm Dupree International, is located in Castle Bytham, England. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Singapore, Singapore
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STEP1 Advertising is a media planning and buying company. The midsize Singapore, Singapore-based team provides Media Planning & Buying and Digital Strategy. The agency was founded in 2016.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Orlando, FL
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Based in Orlando, Florida and Toronto, Canada, Windnfire WEB 3.0 Agency is a branding company. They provide Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Boston, MA
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Small Army is a midsize Advertising company founded in 2002. Their team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Mumbai, India
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Founded in 2021, FinCampaign Digital Marketing Agency is a Direct Marketing company. Their team focuses on Direct Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Washington, DC
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Vine Street Creative is a media planning & buying company. They are based in Washington, District of Columbia, and their services include Media Planning & Buying and Event Marketing.
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Sales Jump is a Calgary, Canada-based Sales Outsourcing company. They specialize in Sales Outsourcing and Media Planning & Buying.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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Room 11 is a Jeddah, Saudi Arabia-based branding company. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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Spiro & Associates is a branding agency. They specialize in Branding and Public Relations and were founded in 1988.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Pittsburgh, PA
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MARC USA is a branding firm. They are headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Chicago, Illinois and have midsize team. They offer Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Fitzrovia, England
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Earnest is an Advertising company. They are based in Fitzrovia, England and New York, New York and have midsize team of experts. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Düsseldorf, Germany
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Based in Düsseldorf, Germany and München, Germany, GroupM is a midsize SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Santa Barbara, CA
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Refuel Agency is an Advertising company. Established in 1987, the firm is headquartered in Santa Barbara, California and New York, New York. Their team offers Advertising and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Lamanify Web Services is a small web design agency located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Their services include Web Design and Media Planning & Buying.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Norfolk, VA
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Reed & Associates Marketing, a graphic design company, was launched in 2008. The agency focuses on Graphic Design and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Clayton, MO
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Advertising company Black Twig Communications focuses on Advertising and Content Marketing. They are in Clayton, Missouri.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49MARIBOR, Slovenia
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AGENCY NOVELUS is a branding firm. The company is headquartered in MARIBOR, Slovenia and Zagreb, Croatia. Their services include Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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In Cape Town, South Africa, Turn Left is a Marketing Strategy company. Established in 2016, the team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Istanbul, Türkiye
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Wordsmith Advertising / AMIN Turkey is an Advertising company. Launched in 1996, the agency offers Advertising and Graphic Design.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Newport Beach, CA
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Brandtailers is a small PR firm launched in 1990. Their team specializes in Public Relations and Branding.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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Mplan Media is a small pay per click agency established in 2015. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Dbayeh, Lebanon
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AddBloom is a Digital Strategy company. Located in Dbayeh, Lebanon and Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the company provides Digital Strategy and Web Design.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Sausalito, CA
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TRUE Communications is a small Content Marketing company headquartered in Sausalito, California. The team specializes in Content Marketing and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Beaverton, OR
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Based in Beaverton, Oregon and Warrenton, Virginia, Louvre Media is a media planning & buying agency. The team provides Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Bermuda, Bermuda
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RBK Advertising + Design is an Advertising company founded in 1995. The agency offers Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Berlin, Germany
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Founded in 2016, advalyze GmbH is a Business Consulting company. Their team offers Business Consulting and Search Engine Optimization.
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Nepal Film Production is a small Advertising company launched in 2011. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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List of the Top 15 Media Buying & Planning Firms
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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36.7/40.017.4/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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35.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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31.5/40.016.6/20 Reviews5/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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38.1/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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29.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249London, England
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38.6/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Incline Village, NV
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33.1/40.018/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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38/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249New Delhi, India
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39.8/40.020/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Thousand Oaks, CA
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30.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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39.2/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999Las Vegas, NV
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27.8/40.016.6/20 Reviews3.3/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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38.4/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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27.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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32/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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35/40.015.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Pittsburgh, PA
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32.4/40.017/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sofia, Bulgaria
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35.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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36/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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32.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Burlington, Canada
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35/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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35/40.017/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Las Vegas, NV
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33.5/40.019/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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37.5/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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26.8/40.017.2/20 Reviews4/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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36/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Coral Gables, FL
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35.4/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Miami Lakes, FL
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33.1/40.017.6/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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34/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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