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+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Peachtree City, GA
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Drive Lead Media, an Advertising company, was founded in 2025. The firm specializes in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying, and is small.
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Wolf Digital LTD, a Direct Marketing company, was established in 2021. The team focuses on Direct Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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TabShil Global is a media planning & buying agency in New Delhi, India. The team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
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Agent M is a small Fractional CMO Services company. They provide Fractional CMO Services and Marketing Strategy and were founded in 2025.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sheridan, WY
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Grafads Amazon Agency is a Marketing Strategy company. The Sheridan, Wyoming-based company was launched in 2023. Their team provides Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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Delix Digital is a media planning and buying agency. Launched in 2022, the team focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing. The firm is based in Accra, Ghana.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Khet Sathon, Thailand
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Clout Media Agency is a PR company. They focus on Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying and were founded in 2025. The agency is based in Khet Sathon, Thailand.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Oshawa, Canada
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Fore-sight Growth is an Advertising company. In Oshawa, Canada, the firm offers Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Planalto, Brazil
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Agência Marketing - Luiz Oliveira is a media planning and buying agency. The Planalto, Brazil-based company was founded in 2018. Their team provides Media Planning & Buying and Ecommerce Marketing.
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South Social Media is a Marketing Strategy company. Founded in 2019, the team offers Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying. The agency is in Winter Park, Florida.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jersey City, NJ
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Finsi Growth is an Email Marketing company established in 2024. The team focuses on Email Marketing and Ecommerce Marketing and is headquartered in Jersey City, New Jersey.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Wichita, KS
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Pop Machine Agency, LLC is a web design agency headquartered in Wichita, Kansas. The team provides Web Design and Video Production.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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See all 1 projectsGTECH is a digital agency based in the heart of Dubai, specializing in digital, interactive, and event solutions. We’re a technology powerhouse with over 13+ years of experience. Backed by
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London , England
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Copeland and Charrington Ltd is a London , England-based media planning and buying agency. They provide Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
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TheySay is a Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel-based Advertising company. They provide Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Reno, NV
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Marketing Strategy company Media Access Group, Inc. Is in Reno, Nevada. They focus on Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lambertville, NJ
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Oxford Communications is a small Lambertville, New Jersey-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Buffalo Grove, IL
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A & A Marketing Inc is a Market Research company. Their small team is based in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. Their services include Market Research and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Alexandria, VA
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Located in Alexandria, Virginia, Wilson Grand Communications is a small media planning & buying agency. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Shanghai, China
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Premium.Digital is a small Advertising company established in 2009. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Yarmouth, ME
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Dirigo Collective is a branding firm. The Yarmouth, Maine-based agency was founded in 2018. Their team specializes in Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49City of London, England
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Established in 2012, Lodestone Communications is a public relations agency. The team offers Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Virginia Beach, VA
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VII Digital is a social media marketing firm. They provide Social Media Marketing and Media Planning & Buying and were established in 2014.
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$250,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Warszawa, Poland
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Established in 2016, huee is a Marketing Strategy company. The firm offers Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Valparaiso, IN
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WeCreate is an Advertising company. Established in 2002, the agency is in Valparaiso, Indiana. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
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MAIA Digital, a Marketing Strategy company, is located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel. Established in 2021, the team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Sofia, Bulgaria
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Right Direction is a web design company. In Sofia, Bulgaria, their small team offers Web Design and Media Planning & Buying. The company was launched in 2011.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jaipur, India
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Founded in 2018, DIGILION - Out Of Business is an Advertising company. The firm offers Advertising and Branding, and is small.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Nicholasville, KY
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Advertising company Sound Advice Marketing, Inc. Is headquartered in Nicholasville, Kentucky. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Caspia Consultancy Ltd is a small Advertising company launched in 2002. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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SEO Experts in Bangalore, Certified SEO Specialist , SEO Agency in Bangalore, SEO Package, professional SEO Experts is a SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sofia, Bulgaria
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Performance Snatch is a Marketing Strategy company. Their small team is based in Sofia, Bulgaria. Their team offers Marketing Strategy and Conversion Optimization.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Royal Oak, MI
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Dynamo is a pay per click agency. The small Royal Oak, Michigan-based team specializes in Pay Per Click and Conversion Optimization. The company was launched in 2018.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9București, Romania
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PeoplePR is a public relations agency. Located in București, Romania, their team specializes in Public Relations and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Baton Rouge, LA
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LeadsPlaza is a small Sales Outsourcing company. Founded in 2017, the team provides Sales Outsourcing and Advertising.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Southampton, England
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ADVRT - Your Ads from Zero to Habenero 🌶️, an Event Marketing company, is based in Southampton, England. The team focuses on Event Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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Launched in 2021, Growth Foundry is a small SEO services firm. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Media Planning & Buying.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Landshut, Germany
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Whitedot GmbH is a pay per click company established in 2017. The team offers Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9İSTANBUL, Türkiye
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Founded in 2021, Exen Invest is a social media marketing firm. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Market Research.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Walnut, CA
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Sunshy Digital Media Agency is a PR company. They are in Walnut, California and Indore, India. Their team focuses on Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9L'viv, Ukraine
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Advertising company AdTec PRO was founded in 2019. The team offers Advertising and Mobile & App Marketing.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Johannesburg, South Africa
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Ganizani Consulting is an IT strategy consulting company launched in 2011. The agency provides IT strategy consulting and Advertising.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Gilbert, AZ
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Established in 2011, RC Strategies, a small Advertising company, is headquartered in Gilbert, Arizona. Their team offers Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Oklahoma City, OK
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See all 1 projectsWe are a dynamic team of creatives. Boiling Point Media is a full-service advertising, marketing and film production agency that partners with businesses to achieve their advertising and marketing
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Lagrant Communications is a small Advertising company launched in 1990. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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Branding company L.C. Williams & Associates provides Branding and Social Media Marketing. They are in Chicago, Illinois.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Montclair, NJ
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Looney Advertising is an Advertising company. Based in Montclair, New Jersey, the agency was founded in 2002. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Founded in 2015, Skydeo, Inc. Is an Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Bedford, Canada
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Revolve Branding, a branding firm, was founded in 1986. The team provides Branding and Web Design.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Cardiff, Wales
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Headquartered in Cardiff, Wales, S3 Advertising Agency is a small Advertising company. The team focuses on 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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$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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$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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$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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