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 / hrFreelancerNew Orleans, LA
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Established in 2021, Meet My Market is a social media marketing agency. Headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerFargo, ND
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Advertising company Meckler Marketing Consulting is headquartered in Fargo, North Dakota. Established in 2019, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerAhrensburg, Germany
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Branding agency RIMAGINE MEDIA was launched in 2020. The team offers Branding and Advertising.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hrFreelancerSanta Barbara, CA
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Small branding firm MKR Communications, is based in Santa Barbara, California. The team offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancer
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Make it Matter Media Inc. Is a PR company. The Kingston, Canada-based agency was founded in 2013. Their team specializes in Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Tallinn, Estonia
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See all 1 projectsStarhead Communications is a digital marketing agency specializing in Google keyword search campaigns. Review feedback highlights their professional and positive attitude, with 100% of reviewers noting excellent communication. While outcomes were mixed due to budget constraints, clients appreciated their expertise and are eager for future collaborations.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9London, England
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The Cogency, a Marketing Strategy company, is located in London, England. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Northampton, England
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Founded in 2004, Soapbox Creative Marketing is a small branding firm. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Leeds, England
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Established in 2016, Murri Marketing is a media planning and buying agency. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Caravel Marketing is a small Seattle, Washington-based media planning & buying company. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Virginia Beach, VA
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Founded in 2013, Kirwin Development Strategies is a social media marketing firm. Located in Virginia Beach, Virginia, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Public Relations.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Bates JPW Creative is a media planning & buying agency. They are located in London, England and have small team. Their team offers Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Norfolk, VA
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Advertising company Germono Advertising Company is located in Norfolk, Virginia. They specialize in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying and were launched in 2013.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Henley-on-Thames, England
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Rare Digital is a media planning and buying company launched in 2016. The agency specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Pay Per Click, and is small.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Owings Mills, MD
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Small video production company Coastal Productions Studio, is located in Owings Mills, Maryland. The team specializes in Video Production and Media Planning & Buying.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Budapest, Hungary
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Gulden Communications Hungary, a PR company, was launched in 1993. Based in Budapest, Hungary, the team provides Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Panamá, Panama
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Launched in 2017, Kaikki Panamá is an Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Erbil, Iraq
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Art Feeling Advertising Agency is an Advertising company. The Erbil, Iraq-based agency was founded in 2015. Their team focuses on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Martínez, Argentina
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Branding firm Envision Action Marketing was established in 1998. The team offers Branding and Media Planning & Buying and is headquartered in Martínez, Argentina.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Mattra, an Advertising company, is in Dhaka, Bangladesh. They specialize in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying and were launched in 1984.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Gangnam-gu, South Korea
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Located in Gangnam-gu, South Korea, Doubletree is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Singapore, Singapore
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Helix_PR, a PR firm, is in Singapore, Singapore. Their services include Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hamilton, Canada
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Established in 2004, Cobalt Connects is a small Hamilton, Canada-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Market Research.
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10K Advertising is a media planning & buying agency. They focus on Media Planning & Buying and Out of Home Design and are in Los Angeles, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Glendale, CA
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Small media planning & buying agency AD3 Advertising & Design, is based in Glendale, California. The team offers Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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The McGraw Agency is a public relations company. They were launched in 2011 and offer Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Aspen, CO
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Headquartered in Aspen, Colorado, Promo Communications is a media planning & buying agency. The team focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dallas, TX
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Swimming Duck is an Advertising company. Their small team is in Dallas, Texas and offers Advertising and Marketing Strategy. The company was launched in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Miami, FL
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Ama-k media is a small Advertising company headquartered in Miami, Florida. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lexington, KY
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Media Merchant is a media planning and buying agency. Their small team is located in Lexington, Kentucky. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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No Such Agency is a Los Angeles, California-based public relations company. They focus on Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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Founded in 2017, Upward Haus is a graphic design company. The company specializes in Graphic Design and Branding, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Prescott, AZ
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Helken & Horn Advertising Agency is an Advertising company. They are located in Prescott, Arizona. Their team offers Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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Launched in 2010, Scutari and Cieslak Public Relations is a public relations company. The firm focuses on Public Relations and Event Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baton Rouge, LA
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Randy Rice & Associates is an Advertising company. The small Baton Rouge, Louisiana-based team specializes in Advertising and Graphic Design. The agency was launched in 1995.
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Ad-Venture Advertising is a small Advertising company. Founded in 1993, the team focuses on Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Petersburg, FL
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Catalina USA is a Marketing Strategy company located in St. Petersburg, Florida. They focus on Marketing Strategy and Advertising and were established in 1983.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Smith, AR
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Launched in 1998, The Richland Group Inc is a small Fort Smith, Arkansas-based media planning and buying company. Their team focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boise, ID
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Established in 1996, Stoltz Marketing Group is a small Boise, Idaho-based media planning & buying company. Their team provides Media Planning & Buying and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Manchester, CT
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The Silent Partner Marketing, a branding agency, was established in 2013. The small team focuses on Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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Small public relations company Palladium Media., is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. The team offers Public Relations and Digital Strategy.
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369 Creative Agency is a Marketing Strategy company. Their small team is located in. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boise, ID
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Established in 1984, Riddlemoser Advertising Marketing Design is a media planning & buying company. The team offers Media Planning & Buying and Graphic Design and is based in Boise, Idaho.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lewiston, ID
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Media planning & buying company Digital Barn Productions LLC was launched in 1993. The small team focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Irvine, CA
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Ambassador is a Marketing Strategy company. They were launched in 1959, and their services include Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Santa Barbara, CA
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Launched in 1993, Epic Ad Group is a small Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sacramento, CA
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AIM Consulting, Inc. Is a PR firm headquartered in Sacramento, California. Their services include Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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Hamazaki Wong Marketing Group is a Vancouver, Canada-based branding company. Their services include Branding and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Columbia, SC
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ISite Multimedia is a media planning and buying agency. Established in 2010, the company is in Columbia, South Carolina. Their team provides Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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ADCO, a media planning & buying agency, offer Media Planning & Buying and Advertising. They were launched in 1990.
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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
