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 18 projectsEXL Media is a proficient media planning and buying firm renowned for its expertise in advertising strategy and ad service purchasing. Garnering positive feedback, with approximately 100% of reviewers commending their strategic execution and strong industry relationships, EXL Media excels in delivering impactful media solutions, as evidenced by significant client achievements like an 11x return on ad spend and a 311% increase in website sessions.
$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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Minneapolis, MN
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Founded in 1988, Kruskopf & Company (KC) is a branding firm. The agency provides Branding and Graphic Design, and is small.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Nashville, TN
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Industrial Strength Marketing is a Marketing Strategy company. The team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy and is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Randburg, South Africa
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Adclick Africa is a Digital Strategy company. The small Randburg, South Africa-based team provides Digital Strategy and Media Planning & Buying. The firm was established in 2012.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Little Rock, AR
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Launched in 1987, The Communications Group is a small Marketing Strategy company headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas. Their team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fayetteville, WV
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Digital Relativity is a graphic design company. Based in Fayetteville, West Virginia, their team specializes in Graphic Design and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Springfield, MA
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Market Mentors, LLC, an Advertising company, provide Advertising and Event Marketing. They were established in 2003.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Kitchener, Canada
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User experience agency Him & Her Inc. Was established in 2013. The company focuses on UX/UI Design and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Manchester, NH
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Based in Manchester, New Hampshire, EVR Advertising is a small Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Las Vegas, NV
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Kirvin Doak is a PR company. Headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, the team provides Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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$25,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Pewaukee, WI
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Platypus Advertising + Design is a small graphic design agency launched in 1987. Their services include Graphic Design and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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NYBA Media GmbH is a small media planning & buying agency headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. The team focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Palm Beach Gardens, FL
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Strategic Marketing - Palm Beach Gardens, Florida is an Advertising company. Established in 1992, the team offers Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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BoxesMe is a Market Research company founded in 2010. The team offers Market Research and Media Planning & Buying.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Orlando, FL
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Gravitational Marketing is an Advertising company. They are located in Orlando, Florida and have small team. They provide Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Nerokouros, Greece
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Founded in 2015, Indigo View Productions is a small Advertising company in Nerokouros, Greece. Their team specializes in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pasig, Philippines
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PR agency NGP Integrated Marketing Communications Inc. Was established in 1997. The small team provides Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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Founded in 2005, Actus Digital is a small media planning and buying company. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and other IT consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Westport, CT
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Crossbow Group is a branding firm founded in 1984. The team focuses on Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Mobius Industries Ltd is a public relations firm. Launched in 2006, their team offers Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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Primer is a Marketing Strategy company established in 2004. The small team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Small Content Marketing company Adam Smith MEDIA | Social Media Marketing & Management Agency, is in Frisco, Texas. The team provides Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Madison, WI
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Red Comma Media Inc. Is a Market Research company. They are based in Madison, Wisconsin, and their services include Market Research and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Budapest, Hungary
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Grafcom Media Kft., a small Event Marketing company, is based in Budapest, Hungary. The team provides Event Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Greenville, SC
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Flare Media Agency is a small media planning and buying company. Established in 2019, the team focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Digital Strategy.
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Founded in 2009, This is Lester is a small Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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$5,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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PH Consulting & Media is an Advertising company. Headquartered in New York, New York and Garden City, New York, the agency focuses on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Canton, OH
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WRL Advertising is an Advertising company. Founded in 1952, the team provides Advertising and Branding. The agency is based in Canton, Ohio.
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$100,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Marrakesh, Morocco
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Why Not Consulting is an Advertising company. Their small team of employees is based in Marrakesh, Morocco. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates and Amman, Jordan, Steps Communications is an Advertising company. Founded in 2015, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Bismarck, ND
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Marketing Strategy company Engage to Inspire focuses on Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying. They are in Bismarck, North Dakota.
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Billerica, MA
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Established in 1996, Mrccedtech, a large HR Consulting company, is based in Billerica, Massachusetts. Their services include HR Consulting and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Milwaukee, WI
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Morning Walk, a branding firm, was launched in 2023. They provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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GCom Pro is a branding agency. Established in 2020, the firm is located in Coconut Creek, Florida. Their team offers Branding and Direct Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249
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Salasl Agency is a branding agency established in 2023. The team offers Branding and Media Planning & Buying and is located in Riyad, Saudi Arabia.
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$100,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Boston, MA
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Connelly Partners is an Advertising company established in 1999. The midsize team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Seattle, WA
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New Engen, Inc. Is an Advertising company. Established in 2016, the team focuses on Advertising and Marketing Strategy. The company is located in Seattle, Washington.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999London, England
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Incubeta is an Advertising company. Located in London, England, the agency was established in 2005. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Arusha, Tanzania
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Tanzania Web Solutions (TWS Firm), a web design agency, was founded in 2021. They specializes in Web Design and Branding.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Pittsburgh, PA
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Founded in 1989, Brunner is a media planning and buying company. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Birmingham, England
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Social media marketing company Clarity Comms was established in 2013. The agency specializes in Social Media Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Cairo, Egypt
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Branding firm The Scarab Studio is located in Cairo, Egypt. Established in 2017, the team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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In Helsinki, Finland, Wavemaker Finland is a small Content Marketing company. The team focuses on Content Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Acquire Agency is a social media marketing firm. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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Abel Communications is a small Baltimore, Maryland-based public relations agency. The team specializes in Public Relations and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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KYNE is a New York, New York-based public relations firm. Their services include Public Relations and Advertising.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Auckland, New Zealand
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Headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, Contagion is a Digital Strategy company. They offer Digital Strategy and Advertising and were founded in 2010.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Montréal, Canada
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Tam-Tam\TBWA, an Advertising company, was launched in 1986. The small team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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Screamer Co., an Advertising company, is located in Austin, Texas. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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Calise Partners, an Advertising company, is in Dallas, Texas. They focus on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying and were launched in 2001.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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IFuel is an Advertising company. Their small team is located in New York, New York. Their team offers Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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List of the Top 15 Media Buying & Planning Firms
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34.4/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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35.5/40.016.8/20 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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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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38.3/40.018.8/20 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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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Incline Village, NV
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33.1/40.018/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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38/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 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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39.6/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Thousand Oaks, CA
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30.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999Las Vegas, NV
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28/40.016.8/20 Reviews3.3/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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38.4/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 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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32/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Pittsburgh, PA
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32.4/40.017/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sofia, Bulgaria
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35.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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36/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 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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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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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37.5/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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26.8/40.017.2/20 Reviews4/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 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+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Miami Lakes, FL
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33.3/40.017.8/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 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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$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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$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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