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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Medilenz innovation inc is a small Advertising company. They specialize in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying and were established in 2024.
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$100,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Kansas City, MO
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Signal Theory is an Advertising company. The Kansas City, Missouri-based company was established in 1971. Their team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49North Andover, MA
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Mighty Union is a branding company. They focus on Branding and Web Design and are located in North Andover, Massachusetts.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Hendra, Australia
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Launched in 1995, SOHO Media Group is an Advertising company. Based in Hendra, Australia and Atlanta, Georgia, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Gilbert, AZ
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Elevation Marketing, a media planning and buying company, is based in Gilbert, Arizona. They offer Media Planning & Buying and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249
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Launched in 2013, Híbrido is an user experience design company. The firm focuses on UX/UI Design and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Portland, OR
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DHX Advertising is an Advertising company. They were established in 1998 and provide Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Huntington, WV
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Based in Huntington, West Virginia, Bulldog Creative Services is an Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Karachi, Pakistan
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Established in 2006, STAR MARKETING (PVT.) LTD is a midsize Direct Marketing company located in Karachi, Pakistan. Their team specializes in Direct Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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In Irvine, California, Express Analytics is a media planning & buying agency. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Digital Strategy.
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Providence, RI
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RDW Group is an Advertising company. The Providence, Rhode Island-based team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Go International Group Dotcom is a Marketing Strategy company launched in 2005. The firm specializes in Marketing Strategy and Content Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Baton Rouge, LA
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Red Six Media is a Baton Rouge, Louisiana-based Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Advertising company LED Truck Media was launched in 2016. Based in Los Angeles, California and Lighthouse Point, Florida, the team offers Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$250,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Warrensville Heights, OH
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Established in 1937, Marcus Thomas LLC is a midsize Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Haymarket, Australia
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Established in 2014, Native Empire is a small Advertising company based in Haymarket, Australia and London, England. Their team offers Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Genève, Switzerland
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Launched in 2011, DLG (Digital Luxury Group) is a midsize Genève, Switzerland-based Conversion Optimization company. Their services include Conversion Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Surry Hills, Australia
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Octopus LED Screens is an Advertising company headquartered in Surry Hills, Australia. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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LMGR is an Advertising company. Headquartered in Sheridan, Wyoming, the agency was established in 2015. Their team offers Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$25,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49
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Virtue Marketing Consultancy is a public relations firm. Based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the agency was established in 2008. Their team offers Public Relations and Event Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Founded in 2004, The PR Office is a media planning & buying agency. The team provides Media Planning & Buying and Public Relations.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Cardiff , Wales
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Orchard Media & Events Group Ltd is a small media planning & buying company based in Cardiff , Wales. The team offers Media Planning & Buying and Product Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Louisville, KY
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PriceWeber is an Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Media Planning & Buying and is in Louisville, Kentucky.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Auckland, New Zealand
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Strategy Creative, an Advertising company, is based in Auckland, New Zealand. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Stockholm, Sweden
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Media planning & buying company Captivate focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Advertising. They are in Stockholm, Sweden.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Figallo Agency is a Ciudad de México, Mexico-based public relations company. Their services include Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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Launched in 2016, Social Media Torch is a small media planning and buying company. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Noosa Heads, Australia
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Best Media Rates is an Advertising company. Established in 2019, the team specializes in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying. The firm is headquartered in Noosa Heads, Australia.
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Based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, The Bulls Eye Event is a video production agency. Their services include Video Production and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9L'viv, Ukraine
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Dzhura Production is a video production company. Their team is headquartered in L'viv, Ukraine. The company offers Video Production and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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Founded in 2019, Graphhene Hotels & Resort is a branding company. Their team specializes in Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Gurugram, India
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Adglobal360 India Private Limited, a large user experience design company, is located in Gurugram, India. Their services include UX/UI Design and Branding.
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$10,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Shelton, CT
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BMG360 is a media planning & buying company. The agency is in Shelton, Connecticut. Their team provides Media Planning & Buying and Conversion Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Hanoi, Vietnam
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GDT Agency is an Advertising company. They specialize in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying and were established in 2021. The agency is based in Hanoi, Vietnam.
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Branding firm Hunterlodge Advertising was founded in 1987. The team focuses on Branding and Advertising.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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In Seattle, Washington and Chicago, Illinois, DNA&STONE is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Artificial Intelligence.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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11-11av Events is a small Event Marketing company established in 2009. Their team provides Event Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Nairobi, Kenya
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See all 1 projectsDellyna Limited offers Media Planning and Buying services, focusing on generating leads through targeted advertising campaigns on platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Google. Reviews highlight their effective communication, timely delivery, and alignment with client values, contributing to successful lead generation and client satisfaction. Their ability to simplify complex processes and deliver superior results is consistently praised.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Melbourne, Australia
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Brand Catalyser is a Digital Strategy company. Established in 2017, their team specializes in Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy.
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Located in London, England, MECHANYSM is a media planning and buying company. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montréal, Canada
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Agency Braque, a media planning and buying company, is headquartered in Montréal, Canada. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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Launched in 2011, Plaid Swan Inc. Is a small media planning & buying agency. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Charleston, SC
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Rawle Murdy Associates Inc is a media planning & buying company. Located in Charleston, South Carolina, the team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Chippendale, Australia
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See all 2 projectsMead Media offers video production services focusing on promotional and advertisement videos. Client reviews highlight their professionalism, affordability, and effective communication. Across multiple projects, Mead Media has demonstrated an ability to significantly enhance social media engagement and brand awareness, with clients praising the team's hands-on approach and creative output.
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See all 1 projectsDagwood Advertising LLC offers strategic brand perception management, both online and through traditional media, and spacial branding services. Clients commend the company for its attentiveness, creativity, and initiative. Reviews highlight the seamless engagement process, timely delivery, and positive outcomes such as enhanced brand perception and more welcoming customer spaces.
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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Proof Advertising is an Advertising company in Austin, Texas. The team specializes in Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, India
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Count. Is an Advertising company. Their small team is headquartered in Gurugram, India. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Kolkata, India
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MediaX Agency, a PR firm, is based in Kolkata, India. Their services include Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cape Town, South Africa
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Wolf Services Group is a small media planning and buying agency. They focus on Media Planning & Buying and Advertising and were launched in 2025.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Jaipur, India
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See all 5 projectsSNK Creation offers services in web development, SEO, content creation, digital marketing, and social media management. Reviews highlight their professionalism, punctuality, and innovative ideas, with clients praising their strong communication, timely delivery, and positive impact on online visibility and sales. Overall, SNK Creation is well-regarded for their experienced team and project management skills.
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List of the Top 15 Media Buying & Planning Firms
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36/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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36.1/40.016.8/20 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+$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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$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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28.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience4.2/10 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+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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$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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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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$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 / hr10 - 49North Sydney, Australia
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33.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Thousand Oaks, CA
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29/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience3.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Miami Lakes, FL
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33.3/40.017.6/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience6/10 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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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49
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36.3/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sofia, Bulgaria
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34.8/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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35.5/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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31.4/40.015.8/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Berlin, Germany
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35.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Costa Mesa, CA
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34/40.015.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Addison, TX
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36.8/40.017.8/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Sydney, Australia
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37.5/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Warszawa, Poland
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34.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49
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33.6/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
25% Media Planning & Buying75% Other
