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 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.
$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+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Providence, RI
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The Mega Agency, an Advertising company, was founded in 2019. The firm focuses on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Branding company Rokkan is headquartered in New York, New York and Santa Monica, California. They offer Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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Eleven Inc. Is a San Francisco, California-based Advertising company. Founded in 1999, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249London, England
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Headquartered in London, England and Manchester, England, Lexington Communications is a Marketing Strategy company. The team provides Marketing Strategy and Public Relations.
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BrandComm Asia is a small public relations company in Makati, Philippines. Their services include Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Morton Grove, IL
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Launched in 1992, Celtic Chicago is a branding company. Their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Altamonte Springs, FL
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NG Production Films is a video production company. They are located in Altamonte Springs, Florida and have small team. They focus on Video Production and Broadcast Video.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Tustin, CA
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Founded in 1993, Echo Media Group, a small UX agency, is located in Tustin, California. Their team offers UX/UI Design and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Swank PR/Publishing is a PR agency. The Chicago, Illinois-based firm was launched in 2006. Their team provides Public Relations and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Sri Lanka
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Apollo Media is a Marketing Strategy company. Launched in 2022, the company is based in Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Sri Lanka. Their team provides Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Halasuru, India
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See all 1 projectsQMP Global offers brand management services, including brand strategy and visual identity, with a strong focus on creativity and expertise. Overall feedback highlights their collaborative, forward-thinking, and client-centric approach, making them a valuable partner for businesses aiming to make a significant impact in the digital space. The agency's ability to deliver on time and effectively capture and amplify a brand's personality is highly praised.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London , England
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Pulse, a media planning and buying company, was established in 2013. The team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London, England
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ARM Direct Ltd is a media planning & buying agency. Based in London, England, their small team offers Media Planning & Buying and Video Production. The company was launched in 1984.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dublin, Ireland
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Based in Dublin, Ireland, Starcom is a media planning & buying company. They offer Media Planning & Buying and Advertising and were established in 2002.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Winnipeg, Canada
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CHR Media Group, a media planning & buying company, was established in 2015. The team offers Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Harrisburg, PA
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Target Media USA is a Market Research and media planning & buying agency. Their team is based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The company offers Market Research and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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M4 Agency Group is a Miami, Florida-based media planning and buying company. They focus on Media Planning & Buying and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Austin, TX
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Marketing Strategy and media planning & buying agency West End Marketing + Media is in Austin, Texas. They offer Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying and were established in 1999.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New Orleans, LA
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Small Market Research and media planning and buying company Morgan & Co, is headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana. Their services include Market Research and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Warrensville Heights, OH
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Cyrid Media is a media planning & buying agency and video production agency. They offer Media Planning & Buying and Video Production and were established in 2000.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Richmond, VA
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Marketing Strategy and media planning & buying agency Lewis Media Partners was established in 1998. The firm provides Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Warwick, RI
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Primedia National Media Buying, a Marketing Strategy and media planning & buying agency, is located in Warwick, Rhode Island. The team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Warwick, RI
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Established in 1985, MMSI is a small Warwick, Rhode Island-based Advertising and media planning & buying company. Their team specializes in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Small Digital Strategy and media planning and buying agency The Tower Digital Agency, is based in New York, New York. The team provides Digital Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Southbury, CT
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Black Diamond Media is a small media planning and buying company and Direct Marketing company in Southbury, Connecticut. The team focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Direct Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fort Mitchell, KY
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Established in 1965, Zalla Companies is a Commercial Development and media planning and buying company. The team specializes in Commercial Development and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Kansas City, MO
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Axiom Strategies is a small Kansas City, Missouri-based media planning and buying agency and Direct Marketing company. The team provides Media Planning & Buying and Direct Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Guilford, CT
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Gaskell Media Management is a small Guilford, Connecticut-based Advertising and media planning and buying agency. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49McDonough, GA
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Billboard Connection of Connecticut is a McDonough, Georgia-based Advertising and media planning and buying agency. Founded in 1997, the team focuses on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Addison, TX
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Asher Media, a media planning and buying agency, offer Media Planning & Buying and Direct Marketing. They were founded in 1999.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Salt Lake City, UT
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Metro Music Hall, a small Event Marketing and media planning & buying agency, is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. Their services include Event Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Phoenix, AZ
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Media Impressions, Inc. Is a small Marketing Strategy and media planning & buying agency based in Phoenix, Arizona. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Woodridge, IL
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Sunny Direct is a small media planning and buying agency and Direct Marketing company located in Woodridge, Illinois. The team offers Media Planning & Buying and Direct Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49São Paulo, Brazil
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CF Mídia is a Marketing Strategy and media planning & buying company. Their small team is located in São Paulo, Brazil. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Richmond, VA
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Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, Spurrier Group is a small Market Research and media planning and buying agency. Their services include Market Research and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Ataşehir, Türkiye
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TIME Public Relations is a media planning and buying agency. Established in 2007, their team focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Umraniye , Türkiye
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Piar İletişim is a media planning and buying agency. The team offers Media Planning & Buying and Public Relations, and the firm is headquartered in Umraniye , Türkiye.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Besiktas, Türkiye
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Greengrey Marka ve İletişim Danışmanlığı is a media planning & buying company. Founded in 2008, the team provides Media Planning & Buying and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Singapore, Singapore
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The Media Shop Group Pte Ltd, an Advertising and media planning and buying agency, is in Singapore, Singapore. They specialize in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying and were established in
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Smrtr is a media planning and buying agency and Fulfillment company. Their small team is located in Sydney, Australia. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Fulfillment.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Antwerpen, Belgium
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Growth Inc. Is a small PR firm and media planning & buying company. Launched in 2015, the team specializes in Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Salt Lake City, UT
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MāHK Advertising, an Advertising and media planning and buying company, was founded in 2021. They specializes in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Boulder, CO
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Marketing Strategy company Parallel Path is in Boulder, Colorado and Columbus, Ohio. They provide Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Bardia, Australia
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Upload Media Solution Sydney is a media planning & buying company. They provide Media Planning & Buying and Video Production and are in Bardia, Australia.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249São Paulo, Brazil
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Established in 2000, W3haus is a branding agency. Their services include Branding and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Brooklyn, NY
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Headquartered in Brooklyn, New York and Boulder, Colorado, Madwell is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Launched in 1995, ABMC is a branding firm. The team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing and is located in New York, New York.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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Red Tettemer O'Connell + Partners is an Advertising company launched in 1996. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Boise, ID
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Drake Cooper is an Advertising company. Launched in 1978, their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Birmingham, AL
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Launched in 1953, Luckie & Company is an Advertising company. Their services include 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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35.9/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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33.5/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 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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$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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38.8/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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37.7/40.018.2/20 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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$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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$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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$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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$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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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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27.2/40.017.6/20 Reviews4/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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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+$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 / hr10 - 49Miami Lakes, FL
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33.7/40.018.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 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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34.4/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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$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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$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
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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35.2/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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37.4/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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