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 17 projectsEXL Media is a proficient media planning and buying firm that excels in advertising strategy and ad service purchasing. They receive overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers praising their strategic approach and effective project management. Clients consistently commend their expertise in media audience segmentation and their ability to secure excellent advertising deals, resulting in significant business growth.
$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 - 49Surry Hills, Australia
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Headquartered in Surry Hills, Australia, McKenzie Partners is a small branding agency. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sioux Falls, SD
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Paulsen is a small Logo company located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The team offers Logo and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Leeds, England
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Headland is a small UX agency launched in 1991. Their team specializes in UX/UI Design and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49København, Denmark
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THANK YOU is a København, Denmark-based graphic design agency. Launched in 2006, the team provides Graphic Design and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Spokane, WA
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Chapter & Verse is a branding agency. The Spokane, Washington-based team specializes in Branding and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49València, Spain
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Fruzzel is a Digital Strategy company established in 2008. Their services include Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Newcastle, WA
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Lionfish LLC is a small branding agency launched in 2004. Their team offers Branding and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Amsterdam, Netherlands
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SuperHeroes is a small Digital Strategy company in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Their services include Digital Strategy and Graphic Design.
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Das Banner is an Advertising company. The small Amsterdam, England-based team focuses on Advertising and Branding. The agency was launched in 2013.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Vancouver, Canada
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Circle Productions is a Vancouver, Canada-based Advertising company. Established in 1979, the team specializes in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York , NY
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Brooklyn Digital Foundry is an user experience company launched in 1999. Their team focuses on UX/UI Design and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sioux Falls, SD
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Nash-Keller Media, LLC, an e-commerce development company, specialize in E-Commerce Development and Media Planning & Buying. They were launched in 2006.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Canada
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MXO is a small branding firm in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Canada. Their services include Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Las Vegas, NV
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Rave Media is a Las Vegas, Nevada-based Content Marketing company. The team specializes in Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Irvine, CA
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Yeti Society is an Advertising company. In Irvine, California, their team offers Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Garden City, NY
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PriMedia, Inc. Is an Advertising company. Launched in 1993, the team offers Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Knoxville, TN
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Advertising company FMB Advertising was founded in 1986. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Essex, VT
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Kaza Hagan Associates, a small branding firm, is headquartered in Essex, Vermont. The team specializes in Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nashville, TN
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Branding agency Consensus Point was established in 2006. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, the team provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nashville, TN
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Launched in 2013, Made In Network is an Advertising company. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bristol, TN
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The Summit Marketing is a small media planning & buying company based in Bristol, Tennessee. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Maryville, TN
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Orange Orchard is a small Maryville, Tennessee-based Content Marketing company. Their services include Content Marketing and Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nashville, TN
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Street Attack, a branding company, focuses on Branding and Digital Strategy. The firm is based in Nashville, Tennessee.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Murfreesboro, TN
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Spitfire Event Marketing is a branding firm. Their team is located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The firm specializes in Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Knoxville, TN
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Advertising company Ackermann Marketing & PR specializes in Advertising and Branding. They were launched in 1982.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bedford, NH
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Burke Advertising, LLC, a media planning & buying agency, was launched in 1994. The team offers Media Planning & Buying and Search Engine Optimization and is in Bedford, New Hampshire.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Las Vegas, NV
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Del Mar Advertising is a branding agency. The Las Vegas, Nevada-based agency provides Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Oklahoma City, OK
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Jones Public Relations, a public relations company, is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Launched in 2001, the team focuses on Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Westwood, MA
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Launched in 2011, 25th Hour Communications is an Advertising company. The small team offers Advertising and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Knoxville, TN
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Shelton Group, Inc. Is a Marketing Strategy company established in 1991. The agency focuses on Marketing Strategy and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Memphis, TN
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Caissa Public Strategy is a small Event Marketing company headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee. Their services include Event Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nashville, TN
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Burgundy Group Advertising is an Advertising company established in 1980. The team focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy and is in Nashville, Tennessee.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Knoxville, TN
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DV Communications, a small video production company, is based in Knoxville, Tennessee. Their services include Video Production and Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Champaign, IL
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Headquartered in Champaign, Illinois, Illini Radio Group is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Newburyport, MA
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Stackpole is a branding agency. They provide Branding and Media Planning & Buying and were founded in 1995. The company is headquartered in Newburyport, Massachusetts.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Tucker, GA
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CATMEDIA is a Corporate Training & Coaching company. Headquartered in Tucker, Georgia, the firm was founded in 1997. Their team offers Corporate Training & Coaching and Media Planning & Buying.
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Headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, Advanced Advertising & Production is a small media planning and buying company. The team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Winter Haven, FL
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CNP, an Advertising company, is headquartered in Winter Haven, Florida. They specialize in Advertising and Digital Strategy and were launched in 1991.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Delray Beach, FL
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DAMN GOOD AGENCY, an Advertising company, is located in Delray Beach, Florida. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Naples, FL
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Founded in 2007, Wilson Creative Group, Inc. Is a media planning & buying company. The team offers Media Planning & Buying and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Athens, GA
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The Adsmith is an Advertising company. The small Athens, Georgia-based team offers Advertising and Graphic Design. The company was founded in 1988.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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Branding agency Prediq Media is in Boca Raton, Florida and Deerfield Beach, Florida. They focus on Branding and Content Marketing and were launched in 2011.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Evans, GA
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Headquartered in Evans, Georgia, TranterGrey Media is a graphic design agency. They focus on Graphic Design and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lawrenceville, GA
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Tillman Allen Greer, LLC is a branding company. They offer Branding and Media Planning & Buying and are headquartered in Lawrenceville, Georgia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Muskegon, MI
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Revel is a branding firm located in Muskegon, Michigan. They offer Branding and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Billings, MT
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In Billings, Montana, Rim Advertising is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lincoln, NE
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Agent is an Advertising company. They are based in Lincoln, Nebraska and have small team. They focus on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Boston, MA
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Lone Beacon is a branding firm. They provide Branding and Media Planning & Buying and were founded in 2012. The firm is located in Boston, Massachusetts and Englewood, Colorado.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Plymouth, MA
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Viamark Advertising is a Plymouth, Massachusetts-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Morristown, NJ
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GraficaGroup is an Advertising company. They are based in Morristown, New Jersey and have small team. They focus on Advertising and Branding.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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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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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Incline Village, NV
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249London, England
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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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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Thousand Oaks, CA
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999Las Vegas, NV
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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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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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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34.3/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 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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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49St. Charles, IL
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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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