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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Glasgow, Scotland
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Founded in 1996, Spreng Thomson is a public relations firm. The team focuses on Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Macy + Associates, a public relations agency, was established in 1989. Located in Los Angeles, California, the team focuses on Public Relations and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Costa Mesa, CA
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IMW Agency is a branding firm. Founded in 1982, the team focuses on Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nixa, MO
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Founded in 1997, DL Media, Inc. Is an Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Graphic Design.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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CO-OP Advertising is an Advertising company. They are in Toronto, Canada and have small team. They focus on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Surry Hills, Australia
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Nexty Pty Ltd, an Advertising company, was launched in 2013. The team offers Advertising and Branding and is located in Surry Hills, Australia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Branding agency WeFuse offers Branding and Content Marketing. They are based in Amsterdam, Netherlands and Sandton, South Africa.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Located in Dallas, Texas and Phoenix, Arizona, Destination Innovate is a small media planning & buying agency. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Kingsport, TN
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Software development firm Intellithought is based in Kingsport, Tennessee. The team focuses on Custom Software Development and Digital Strategy.
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Nashville, TN
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Gear Seven is a video production agency. Their small team is in Nashville, Tennessee and offers Video Production and Content Marketing. The firm was founded in 2012.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Katowice, Poland
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Inmedium.pl agencja interaktywna is a small media planning & buying company based in Katowice, Poland. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Westport, CT
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LS Media is a PPC company. They are headquartered in Westport, Connecticut and have small team. Their team specializes in Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bridgeville, PA
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BAM Advertising is an Advertising company in Bridgeville, Pennsylvania. They focus on Advertising and Marketing Strategy and were founded in 2004.
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Launched in 2008, Demand Local is a small Mobile & App Marketing company based in. Their team focuses on Mobile & App Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Lebanon, PA
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Fresh Creative Inc. Is an Advertising company. The small Lebanon, Pennsylvania-based team offers Advertising and Marketing Strategy. The agency was founded in 1999.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Helsingfors, Finland
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Grapevine is an Advertising company. The Helsingfors, Finland-based team offers Advertising and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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Matter Made is a small San Francisco, California-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Bangkok, Thailand
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Cotactic Media is a media planning and buying agency established in 2017. Their team provides Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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Disruptive Digital is a media planning and buying agency. They are based in Miami, Florida and New York City, New York, and their services include Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Bangkok, Thailand
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Established in 2019, IBEX Digital Marketing Agency is a social media marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Thumbstopper LLC is a media planning & buying agency launched in 2018. Their team offers Media Planning & Buying and Event Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Cheyenne, WY
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Located in Cheyenne, Wyoming, Strategy Achievers is a branding company. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Berlin, Germany
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Solokarpfen is a Marketing Strategy company. The team is headquartered in Berlin, Germany, and their services include Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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Spotlight Social Advertising is a Greenwood Village, Colorado-based media planning and buying company. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Aparecida de Goiânia, Brazil
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Launched in 2009, Opis Agência de Publicidade is an Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Custom Software Development.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Auckland, New Zealand
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FCB New Zealand, a midsize Advertising company, is headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand and Wellington, New Zealand. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Jaipur, India
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Social media marketing firm unsocials provides Social Media Marketing and Performance Marketing. They were launched in 2020.
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See all 1 projectsKomola Digital specializes in improving page quality, brand building, and optimizing ad spend for e-commerce businesses. Reviews highlight their expertise, particularly in achieving a 400% ROAs and significantly increasing customer lifetime value. Clients appreciate their detailed project plans, effective communication, and specialized focus, although some believe their services are priced too low for the value provided.
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See all 1 projectsLead Center Media offers a comprehensive range of digital marketing services including lead generation, SEO, website development, Facebook advertising, and content creation. Clients consistently highlight the company's ability to exceed expectations, deliver timely results, and effectively generate both paid and organic leads, demonstrating a strong commitment to client success and adaptability in addressing market challenges.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Dobliup Limited is a media planning and buying company. Based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, the team provides Media Planning & Buying and Public Relations.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9London, England
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Pythagoras Growth Ltd is an Other Marketing company. Founded in 2019, the team offers Other Marketing and Media Planning & Buying. The firm is in London, England.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ikeja, Nigeria
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Bora Communications is a small Ikeja, Nigeria-based media planning & buying company. The team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Dublin, Ireland
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Ossa Media Limited is an Advertising company launched in 2020. The small team focuses on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Astoria, NY
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Media planning and buying company DigiCom (Digital Commerce Corporation) is headquartered in Astoria, New York. They provide Media Planning & Buying and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Established in 2018, Stance Advertising is a media planning & buying agency. The team offers Media Planning & Buying and Digital Strategy.
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Duende Wide Frames Pvt Ltd is a media planning and buying agency. The team focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Event Management, and the company is in Mumbai, India.
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Colorwheel Digital is a Marketing Strategy company. They were established in 2024, and their services include Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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Northwest Polite Society is a Seattle, Washington-based Commercial Printing company. Their services include Commercial Printing and Advertising.
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See all 2 projectsAdvertising influences how we eat, drink, and live. And our job is to make ads responsibly. We dive into the work to understand why someone would, and why they should, use your product. How it can
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Benton, AR
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Headquartered in Benton, Arkansas, YourAdTeam is an Advertising company. They specialize in Advertising and Branding and were established in 1997.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Fair Lawn, NJ
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Dynalyze Media is an Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Digital Strategy, and the company is headquartered in Fair Lawn, New Jersey.
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$50,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Sound Star Events is a video production company. The team focuses on Video Production and Logistics & Supply Chain Consulting, and the firm is based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Rock Island, IL
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Media Link Inc., a media planning and buying agency, is based in Rock Island, Illinois. Established in 2001, the team provides Media Planning & Buying and Branding.
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Based in Berlin, Germany, El Distro Network is a branding firm. They provide Branding and Public Relations.
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Presnt, an Advertising company, was launched in 2023. The team focuses on Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Gurugram, India
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Branding company Adglobal360 India Private Limited offers Branding and Public Relations. They are located in Gurugram, India and Jaipur, India.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Darlinghurst, Australia
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Advertising company AFFINITY focuses on Advertising and Branding. They are headquartered in Darlinghurst, Australia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nairobi, Kenya
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Chatter Media Limited is an Advertising company. They were launched in 2013, and their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Mumbai, India
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Albatross Media is a Digital Strategy company. The team is in Mumbai, India and Noida, India, and their services include Digital Strategy and Public Relations.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Houston, TX
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Midsize Advertising company MMI Agency, is located in Houston, Texas and London , England. The team focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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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
10% Media Planning & Buying90% Other
