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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See all 19 projectsGurmob is a performance marketing agency specializing in mobile app promotion and user acquisition campaigns. Reviews indicate a positive customer experience, with clients praising their strong communication, timely delivery, and commitment to success. Approximately 90% of reviews highlight their professionalism and effective project management, and 70% mention increased revenue or improved campaign outcomes. Gurmob is noted for its alignment with client values and dedication to building strong partnerships.
$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 16 projectsEXL Media is a media planning and buying agency known for its strategic expertise and strong relationships with media companies. The firm receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with clients praising their professionalism, excellent project management, and ability to optimize advertising strategies, as evidenced by a 311% increase in website sessions for one client. Their dedication to understanding client goals makes them a trusted partner.
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Speakeasy Strategies is a small PR agency. Launched in 2013, the team offers Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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Articulon is a branding company. They specialize in Branding and Event Marketing and were established in 2002. The company is located in Raleigh, North Carolina.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is a firm specializing in Media Planning and Buying, delivering services such as digital marketing and advertising strategy. The company receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with clients praising their exceptional customer service, expert knowledge, and impressive responsiveness. Approximately 100% of reviews highlight their ability to meet client needs and achieve successful outcomes.
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Branding agency Thermal PR provides Branding and Content Marketing. They are located in San Francisco, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wilmington, NC
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Viamark Carolinas is a small Wilmington, North Carolina-based Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fargo, ND
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Event Marketing company Abovo was established in 2015. The team focuses on Event Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Saint Paul, MN
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Darren Varley Creative is a Marketing Strategy company in Saint Paul, Minnesota. They specialize in Marketing Strategy and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Grand Forks, ND
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Ad Monkeys is a branding agency. Located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the firm offers Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Blaine, MN
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SPC Companies LLC is a small Cybersecurity company in Blaine, Minnesota. Their services include Cybersecurity and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Honolulu, HI
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Pineapple Tweed Public Relations and Marketing is a public relations agency. They specialize in Public Relations and Graphic Design and are located in Honolulu, Hawaii.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New Britain, CT
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Public relations agency Gaffney Bennett Public Relations is in New Britain, Connecticut. The team focuses on Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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Event Marketing company Venone PR is based in Dickinson, North Dakota. The team provides Event Marketing and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Des Moines, IA
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On Pitch is an Event Marketing company. Founded in 2010, the team provides Event Marketing and Marketing Strategy. The agency is located in Des Moines, Iowa.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hopedale, MA
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Gustin Advertising is a graphic design company. The team is in Hopedale, Massachusetts, and their services include Graphic Design and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chapel Hill, NC
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Z promotion & design, Inc., an Advertising company, was launched in 1996. The team specializes in Advertising and Graphic Design and is in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Durham, NC
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The D² Group, LLC is a small Durham, North Carolina-based Digital Strategy company. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lawrence, KS
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Kern Marketing is an Advertising company established in 2006. The firm provides Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kansas City, MO
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Event Marketing company O'Neill Events & Marketing was launched in 1964. Based in Kansas City, Missouri, the team provides Event Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portland, ME
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Proactive Resources Design, Inc. Is a graphic design agency. Launched in 1994, the team provides Graphic Design and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Luxembourg, Luxembourg
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Mikado Publicis is an e-commerce development firm. The team is located in Luxembourg, Luxembourg, and their services include E-Commerce Development and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kansas City, MO
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In Kansas City, Missouri, Puente Marketing & Advertising is an Advertising company. Established in 2003, the team offers Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Springfield, MO
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Headquartered in Springfield, Missouri, Schilling/Sellmeyer & Associates is a graphic design company. The team focuses on Graphic Design and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Albuquerque, NM
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Focus Creative Agency is a small Albuquerque, New Mexico-based branding company. The team specializes in Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Albuquerque, NM
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Located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Marketing Solutions is a small Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tijeras, NM
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Toscana Marketing Group, a small graphic design agency, is headquartered in Tijeras, New Mexico. The team specializes in Graphic Design and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Olympia, WA
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GCI Marketing • Advertising is a branding firm. Founded in 1976, the agency is located in Olympia, Washington. Their team provides Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sioux Falls, SD
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Transformation Consulting Agency is a Business Consulting company. Based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the company offers Business Consulting and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fairfield, NJ
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PR company The Marcus Group is headquartered in Fairfield, New Jersey. They focus on Public Relations and Branding.
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BOLD-Multimedia is an Advertising company. They are located in Norman, Oklahoma, and their services include Advertising and Branding.
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BeGraphic is an Oklahoma City, Oklahoma-based graphic design agency. Their services include Graphic Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Oklahoma City, OK
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Bumbershoot PR is a PR company launched in 2009. The team offers Public Relations and Branding and is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Oklahoma City, OK
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Pen-Write Communications is a small PR company headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The team focuses on Public Relations and Branding.
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PR company Diane White PR was launched in 2010. The team specializes in Public Relations and Advertising and is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
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D2 Branding is a branding firm. They are based in Tulsa, Oklahoma and have small team of experts. Their services include Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Louisville, KY
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PRstoreky is an Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Email Marketing and is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Blazin' Boar Productions - Out of Business is a small London, England-based video production agency. The team focuses on Video Production and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Washington, DC
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In Washington, District of Columbia, Fenn Communications Group is a small PR firm. The team specializes in Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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Next Step Advertising is a branding firm. Their small team is headquartered in Ankeny, Iowa. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mobile, AL
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Launched in 1998, Agency VERGE is an Advertising company. The small team specializes in Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lincoln, NE
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Video production company Three Pillars Media offers Video Production and Advertising. They are in Lincoln, Nebraska.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wetumpka, AL
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In Wetumpka, Alabama, Linda Lewis Advertising is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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Pinnacle Communications is an Advertising company. Launched in 1997, the company provides Advertising and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Elmhurst, IL
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John Pastuovic Communications is a public relations firm. Their small team is in Elmhurst, Illinois. Their team provides Public Relations and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wilmington, DE
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Barron Marketing Communications is a small Wilmington, Delaware-based Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Shreveport, LA
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Teri Flash Creative is an Email Marketing company. Established in 2001, their team offers Email Marketing and Packaging Design.
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Established in 2010, Brown Public Relations, a small Advertising company, is based in New Orleans, Louisiana. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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Turn The Page Oregon is a branding firm. They specialize in Branding and Marketing Strategy and were established in 2010. The company is in Salem, Oregon.
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Located in Eugene, Oregon, Constellation Marketing Group is a Marketing Strategy company. The team provides Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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Grey Matter Collective is a graphic design company. Their small team of employees is in Evanston, Illinois. Their team provides Graphic Design and Advertising.
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Avance Communications Inc is a public relations agency. They are based in Detroit, Michigan and have small team. Their team focuses on Public Relations and Branding.
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Located in Clarks Green, Pennsylvania, Condron Media is an Advertising company. They provide Advertising and Branding.
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List of the Top 15 Media Buying & Planning Firms
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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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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Incline Village, NV
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33/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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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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$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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Thousand Oaks, CA
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30.7/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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37.2/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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32.6/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 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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$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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$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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35.2/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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27.1/40.017.6/20 Reviews4/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 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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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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37.8/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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37.2/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 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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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Berlin, Germany
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35.7/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 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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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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30.8/40.015.8/20 Reviews7.5/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
40% Media Planning & Buying60% Other
