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 27 projectsAnderson Collaborative™ is a comprehensive media planning and buying agency known for its strategic media planning, ad purchasing, and media buying outsourcing services. The company has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with clients praising their organization, strategic expertise, and impressive results, such as exceeding a 10-times ROAS. Approximately 100% of reviews highlight their effective communication and responsiveness, making them a reliable partner in advertising strategy and media audience segmentation.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Incline Village, NVServices provided
See all 18 projectsEXL Media excels as a media planning and buying firm, offering comprehensive services from audience segmentation to ad purchasing. Across various reviews, 100% of clients commend their strategic approach and professionalism, with notable achievements such as an 11x return on ad spend and a 311% increase in website sessions. Clients appreciate their proactive communication and deep industry insight, making them a trusted partner.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is a media planning and buying firm specializing in digital marketing and advertising strategy services. Reviews consistently highlight their responsive project management and expertise, with 100% of clients noting timely delivery and impressive insights. Clients appreciate their alignment with business values and successful campaign outcomes, enhancing return on investment and achieving project goals.
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Located in Ciudad de México, Mexico, PR Central is a Content Marketing company. They offer Content Marketing and Branding and were founded in 2014.
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Medios Águila y Sol is a branding firm. The team provides Branding and Marketing Strategy and is in Ciudad de México, Mexico.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Syracuse, NY
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Bentley-Hall, Inc. Is a graphic design agency. Their small team is headquartered in Syracuse, New York. Their team offers Graphic Design and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bogotá, Colombia
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Founded in 1997, X y Z Estrategias is an Advertising company. Their team focuses on Advertising and CRM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49São Paulo, Brazil
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Small Advertising company Agência NewE, is headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49São Paulo, Brazil
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In São Paulo, Brazil, Agência Groove is a small Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Herzliya, Israel
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Exactive Marketing Ltd is a SEO agency. In Herzliya, Israel, the firm was established in 2002. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49West Leederville, Australia
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Workhouse Advertising is an Advertising company. They were established in 1982 and provide Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Alison Brod Marketing + Communications is a branding company. They are headquartered in New York, New York and have small team of experts. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Ottawa, Canada
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MediaStyle, a branding company, is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada. They offer Branding and Marketing Strategy and were founded in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Beograd, Serbia
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DNA Communications - Serbia is a Beograd, Serbia-based Digital Strategy company. They focus on Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Juan, Puerto Rico
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RosadoToledo& is a small Advertising company based in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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Kreativa Unlimited is a small Novi Beograd, Serbia-based Event Marketing company. The team specializes in Event Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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Hangzhou Qichen Network Technology Co., Ltd. Is a Marketing Strategy company founded in 2018. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Zürich, Switzerland
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Oppenheim & Partner GmbH is a media planning and buying company. The Zürich, Switzerland-based firm was founded in 2009. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Porto Alegre, Brazil
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Founded in 2000, Integrada Comunicação Total is a Business Consulting company. Their team specializes in Business Consulting and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Zaventem, Belgium
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ZIGT Media BE is a small Zaventem, Belgium-based Market Research company. The team provides Market Research and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Livonia, MI
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Full Circle Strategic Marketing is a small Advertising company based in Livonia, Michigan. The team specializes in Advertising and Video Production.
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Carmine Communications LLP, a small PR firm, is based in Thane, India. Their services include Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Golden Lotus Agency is a Conversion Optimization company in San Diego, California. Founded in 2016, the team specializes in Conversion Optimization and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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King Ursa is a branding company. They are in Toronto, Canada and have small team of experts. Their services include Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Collingwood, Australia
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ADME Advertising is a Collingwood, Australia-based media planning and buying company. They provide Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nicosia, Cyprus
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Established in 2003, GNORA Communication Consultants is a small Business Consulting company in Nicosia, Cyprus. Their team focuses on Business Consulting and Public Relations.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hrFreelancerBurton upon Trent, England
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Small Advertising company Sunflower Media Ltd, is headquartered in Burton upon Trent, England. The team offers Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBloomfield, CT
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Acuity Public Relations LLC is a public relations agency. Launched in 2012, their team specializes in Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLancaster, PA
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Branding company Darkhorse Design was launched in 1983. The firm offers Branding and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSavannah, GA
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Media planning and buying agency Adsworth Media was established in 2010. The company specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerAtlanta, GA
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Armus Media Group is a media planning and buying company. Founded in 2014, the team focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLiverpool, England
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Boxed Off Communications Ltd is a branding agency. Based in Liverpool, England, their team specializes in Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerGreat Barrington, MA
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In Great Barrington, Massachusetts, Catch Interact is a small Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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Crosby-Wright is an Advertising company. Located in Scottsdale, Arizona, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sheboygan, WI
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Advertising company DuFour Advertising was founded in 1980. The team provides Advertising and Media Planning & Buying and is in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lawrence, KS
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Callahan Creek is a branding company established in 1982. The team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Las Vegas, NV
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In Las Vegas, Nevada, B&P Advertising Media Public Relations is a branding agency. They focus on Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Milwaukee, WI
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Celtic, Inc. Is an Advertising company. Located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Madison, WI
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LSB is a branding firm. They specialize in Branding and Public Relations and were founded in 1978. The agency is located in Madison, Wisconsin.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Green Bay, WI
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Insight Creative, Inc. Is a Green Bay, Wisconsin-based Marketing Strategy company. Founded in 1988, the team provides Marketing Strategy and Corporate Photography.
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OFD Co. Is an UX design company. They are based in Shanghai, China and have small team. Their services include UX/UI Design and Advertising.
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Killmer & Associates, an Accounting company, is based in Casper, Wyoming. Their services include Accounting and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, Canada
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Red The Agency is a small branding agency founded in 2001. Their team focuses on Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Pikesville, MD
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In Pikesville, Maryland, Gaga Marketing is an Advertising company. Founded in 2007, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Glendale, CA
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Launched in 1999, Sedna Solutions, a small SEO company, is headquartered in Glendale, California. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Branding agency ADBD is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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Design IT is a branding firm located in Elland, England. Founded in 1976, the team provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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Green Pea Marketing is a Birmingham, England-based web design company. Founded in 2015, the team provides Web Design and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9El Paso, TX
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PixelMark is a small SEO agency in El Paso, Texas. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Bristol, England
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Lucent Agency, a social media marketing firm, was established in 2012. They specializes in Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Oliver + Sons is a San Francisco, California-based branding firm. They provide Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Mahwah, NJ
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SEO services firm Radial Creations specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design. They are headquartered in Mahwah, New Jersey.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Columbus, OH
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Forge Marketing Consultants LLC is a website development company. They focus on Web Development and Marketing Strategy and were launched in 2008. The firm is in Columbus, Ohio.
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List of the Top 15 Media Buying & Planning Firms
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35.8/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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35.1/40.016.4/20 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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31.9/40.017/20 Reviews5/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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34.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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37.9/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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35.4/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 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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$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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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37.8/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Incline Village, NV
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32.5/40.017.4/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249London, England
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37.6/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 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 / hr1,000 - 9,999Las Vegas, NV
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28/40.016.8/20 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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38.3/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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35.4/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 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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31.8/40.016/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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37.9/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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38.4/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Miami Lakes, FL
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33.7/40.018/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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35/40.017/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Pittsburgh, PA
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32.2/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Las Vegas, NV
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33.6/40.018.6/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Burlington, Canada
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34.8/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sofia, Bulgaria
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35.2/40.017/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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26.6/40.017/20 Reviews4/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 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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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49St. Charles, IL
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28.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.2/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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