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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Stamford, CT
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ASC Advisors LLC is a public relations company. The team focuses on Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying, and the firm is in Stamford, Connecticut.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Little Rock, AR
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Paschall Strategic Commucation, a PR agency, was established in 1988. The company specializes in Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baton Rouge, LA
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Launched in 2006, Peak Media LA is a media planning and buying company. The team provides Media Planning & Buying and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Walnut Creek, CA
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Located in Walnut Creek, California, Marcom Management Group Inc is a small branding agency. The team offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Washington, DC
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NPJ Advertising & Publlic Relations is an Advertising company. Their small team is headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Marietta, GA
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Social Butterfly Marketing, a media planning and buying agency, is located in Marietta, Georgia. They specialize in Media Planning & Buying and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2008.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cape Elizabeth, ME
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GBritt PR is a small Digital Strategy company launched in 2001. Their team specializes in Digital Strategy and Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Reno, NV
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Minor O'Hara Advertising, a small Advertising company, is located in Reno, Nevada. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Springfield, IL
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Based in Springfield, Illinois, Gem PR & Media is a small media planning and buying agency. The team offers Media Planning & Buying and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sioux Falls, SD
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Oppold Creative is a graphic design agency. They specialize in Graphic Design and Media Planning & Buying and were established in 2011.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Concord, NH
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Sullivan Creative is a Concord, New Hampshire-based branding firm. They provide Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Concord, NH
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Founded in 1999, Louis Karno & Co Communication is a Marketing Strategy company. The small team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Burlington, VT
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OKAY!! OKAY!!, a small branding agency, is located in Burlington, Vermont. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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Rattle Advertising is a small Advertising company launched in 2001. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Holliston, MA
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Inside Out Communications is an Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and Branding and are located in Holliston, Massachusetts.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Venice, FL
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H2 Concierge Marketing, LLC is an Advertising company. They were established in 2016, and their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cumming, GA
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JK&L Media LLC, an Advertising company, was launched in 2018. They offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Huntsville, AL
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RP Media is an Advertising company established in 2001. The team provides Advertising and Media Planning & Buying and is based in Huntsville, Alabama.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ridgeland, MS
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Launched in 2004, Frontier Strategies is an Advertising company. The small team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Highland Park, NJ
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Founded in 1993, MPA is an Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Branding and is headquartered in Highland Park, New Jersey.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mount Laurel Township, NJ
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Accularis Marketing Solutions is an Advertising company. The agency is based in Mount Laurel Township, New Jersey. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Valrico, FL
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Social media marketing firm Contact Media Inc. Is located in Valrico, Florida. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and were founded in 2006.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Billings, MT
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Vintage Five, LLC is a small Event Marketing company established in 2005. Their services include Event Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boise, ID
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Stratus Marketing is an Advertising company. Established in 2001, the agency is headquartered in Boise, Idaho. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Osage Beach, MO
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365 Advertising is an Advertising company. They are located in Osage Beach, Missouri and have small team. Their team specializes in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Greenville, SC
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Shamoon Advertising & Marketing, Inc. Is an Advertising company founded in 1986. Headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, the team focuses on Advertising and Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Marshfield, MA
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Viamark Video is an Advertising company launched in 2001. The team focuses on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Eagle, ID
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Founded in 1986, Marketing by Design is a branding company. The team provides Branding and Graphic Design.
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Media planning & buying company Ricochet Media Group was founded in 2016. The small team offers Media Planning & Buying and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Angelo, TX
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Media Advantage Advertising Agency is a branding agency located in San Angelo, Texas. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pocatello, ID
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Rave Communications is an Advertising company. Founded in 1998, the team focuses on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying. The agency is located in Pocatello, Idaho.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Grantham, NH
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Howling Beagle Communications is a public relations firm located in Grantham, New Hampshire. They offer Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9LaGrange, GA
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Advertising Made Easy is a Marketing Strategy company. Their small team is based in LaGrange, Georgia. Their team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wilmington, NC
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Colonial Marketing Group is a Wilmington, North Carolina-based Advertising company. They specialize in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying and were founded in 2002.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Bend, WI
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Founded in 2010, Murphy Media Group, Inc is an Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Media Planning & Buying and is in West Bend, Wisconsin.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ta' Xbiex, Malta
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Perfecta Advertising Ltd is a small graphic design company in Ta' Xbiex, Malta. Their services include Graphic Design and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chula Vista, CA
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Marketing Strategy company EC Marketing Agency was founded in 1989. The team offers Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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Stoltz Media is a video production company. They are headquartered in Chicago , Illinois and have small team. Their services include Video Production and Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tirana, Albania
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Delta Publicity is a small Tirana, Albania-based Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vacaville, CA
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Established in 1998, Luminous Media Group is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding and is based in Vacaville, California.
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BRAND MEDIA is a branding agency. They are located in 1, Moldova and have small team. Their team focuses on Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chișinău, Moldova
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GoodMedia is an Advertising company in Chișinău, Moldova. The team specializes in Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9O'Fallon, MO
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Small Advertising company Reel Eyez Media, is headquartered in O'Fallon, Missouri. The team focuses on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond, VA
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Established in 1997, Video & Media Services is a small Richmond, Virginia-based video production agency. Their services include Video Production and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Quincy, IL
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Founded in 1997, Brand Advantage is a graphic design company. The small team provides Graphic Design and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bratislava, Slovakia
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Wiktor Leo Burnett is an Advertising company. Headquartered in Bratislava, Slovakia, the company was established in 1992. Their team provides Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ljubljana, Slovenia
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Publicis Groupe Slovenia is an Advertising company. They are based in Ljubljana, Slovenia and have small team. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sterling, VA
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Video production company Brand Ready Media Inc. Is headquartered in Sterling, Virginia. They focus on Video Production and Branding and were launched in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ljubljana, Slovenia
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EPrvak d.o.o. Is a Digital Strategy company. The team is based in Ljubljana, Slovenia, and their services include Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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WebFABRIKA is a media planning and buying agency. They are based in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina and have small team. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Search Engine
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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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31.5/40.016.6/20 Reviews5/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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39.4/40.019.4/20 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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27.8/40.016.6/20 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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$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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