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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJServices provided
See all 340 projectsSmartSites is a digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, search engine marketing, and website optimization services. Their clients frequently commend their project management and responsiveness, with notable mentions of team members like Javier, Brandi, and Darius for their expertise and dedication. With over 90% positive feedback, reviewers consistently highlight improved online visibility, increased traffic, and enhanced website rankings as key outcomes.
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Dvelop Us is a small Kharkov, Ukraine-based SEO agency. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina, Biz Boost Pros is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Pay Per Click.
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JBC - Digital Marketing Agency, an Advertising company, is headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina. They specialize in Advertising and Content Marketing and were founded in 2012.
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Content Marketing company 4yourwebsite.com focuses on Content Marketing and Pay Per Click. They are based in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
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Stratum, a branding company, was founded in 1997. The team offers Branding and Digital Strategy.
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509 Designs is a SEO agency. The agency is based in. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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SEO agency Bhoom Digital is headquartered in Spokane, Washington. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Spokane Valley, WA
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Invision Technical is a small SEO services firm headquartered in Spokane Valley, Washington. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Port St. Lucie, FL
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Web design company Maxprom was founded in 2012. The team specializes in Web Design and Web Development and is based in Port St. Lucie, Florida.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Greensboro, NC
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WSI New Media Marketing is an e-commerce development company. The team specializes in E-Commerce Development and Mobile & App Marketing and is in Greensboro, North Carolina.
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Strategy 3 is an Email Marketing company located in Tacoma, Washington. Established in 2012, the team specializes in Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dayton, OH
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Dayton Web Design is a web design agency. They focus on Web Design and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2001. The agency is located in Dayton, Ohio.
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Swytch is a branding firm located in Danbury, Connecticut. Established in 2018, the team focuses on Branding and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mashpee, MA
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Coastal Mountain Creative, a branding agency, provide Branding and Search Engine Optimization. They were established in 1997.
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Tag Dental Marketing (TDM), a Marketing Strategy company, was established in 2014. The team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lake Forest, CA
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Mobile app development company Maxeemize was founded in 2016. The small team provides Mobile App Development and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Upland, CA
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Founded in 2009, 1st Web Studio is a small Upland, California-based web design agency. Their services include Web Design and Mobile & App Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Flint, MI
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Web design company Online Connexions, Inc. Was founded in 1996. The firm specializes in Web Design and Web Development.
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Launched in 2016, TechnoloTrees is a Digital Strategy company. The team provides Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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SEO services firm Sevenpixels provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing. They are located in Anaheim Hills, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Barcelona, Spain
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BarnaSystem, a SEO company, provide Search Engine Optimization and Web Development. They were established in 2013.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Walnut Creek, CA
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Established in 2007, Ahilia is a small branding company. Their services include Branding and Event Marketing.
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Marketing MyWay is a branding firm. They are in Waukesha, Wisconsin and have small team. Their team offers Branding and Digital Strategy.
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Linked Media is a Digital Strategy company in West Hartford, Connecticut. Launched in 2016, the team provides Digital Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Viladecans, Spain
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Launched in 2000, Nivel Z is a small Viladecans, Spain-based web design agency. Their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Barcelona, Spain
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RealizacionWeb, a small web design agency, is headquartered in Barcelona, Spain. Their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Genova, Italy
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Established in 2003, EDMOND Project & Consulting is a Marketing Strategy company. The team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pitești, Romania
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Dream Webdesign is an e-commerce development firm. Based in Pitești, Romania, the firm focuses on E-Commerce Development and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lewisville, NC
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Hallen Media is a SEO company. In Lewisville, North Carolina, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Direct Marketing.
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Mundo da Imaginação Publicidade e Propaganda is a small SEO services firm established in 2019. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Waco, TX
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KolMedia Group is an Advertising company established in 2009. The team specializes in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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Randy Speckman Design is a web design agency. The Vista, California-based firm specializes in Web Design and Email Marketing.
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Founded in 2014, Vi Soluciones is a web design agency. The small team focuses on Web Design and Web Development.
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Web design company WP Management Team was established in 2001. The team specializes in Web Design and Web Development and is in Vista, California.
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Small e-commerce development company SC Mediacode Serv SRL, is based in București, Romania. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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Small branding company The Color Mind, is located in Timișoara, Romania. The team provides Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Providencia, Chile
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Placetribe is a Digital Strategy company. Launched in 2011, the company is in Providencia, Chile. Their team focuses on Digital Strategy and Web Design.
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Tell Agency is a branding company. Launched in 2012, the company is headquartered in Timișoara, Romania. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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Fonto is a branding firm. They are headquartered in Timișoara, Romania and have small team. Their services include Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9München, Germany
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Based in München, Germany, NETLITE is a small Logo company. Their services include Logo and Web Development.
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ILM Marketing is an Advertising company. They were established in 2007, and their services include Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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Small Digital Strategy company MAFIA Marketing Digital Mx, is based in Ciudad de México, Mexico. The team provides Digital Strategy and Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Graphic design company Sensation Enterprises Inc. Is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. They specialize in Graphic Design and Pay Per Click.
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In Ciudad de México, Mexico, Collab Digital is a branding company. They offer Branding and Content Marketing and were launched in 2018.
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Small branding firm 2J2M, Inc., is located in Deerfield Beach, Florida. The team focuses on Branding and Graphic Design.
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WP Marketing Digital is a small Ciudad de México, Mexico-based e-commerce development firm. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Pay Per Click.
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Ekodeva Design Studio, a small web design agency, is located in Ciudad de México, Mexico. Their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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Established in 2003, TM Marketing Online is a small e-commerce development firm. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Email Marketing.
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Launched in 2011, WebVisable Digital Marketing & Web Solutions is a SEO agency. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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Synergy Solutions is a small web design company located in München, Germany. The team focuses on Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Oklahoma City, OK
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Pleasant Grove, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Colorado Springs, CO
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Copley, OH
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Marion, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Draper, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MD
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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39/40.020/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Ahmedabad, India
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lehi, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chernihiv, Ukraine
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Huntington, NY
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Top Search Engine Marketing (SEM) Agencies
An SEM company plans, launches, and manages paid search campaigns on platforms such as Google Ads, Microsoft Advertising, and Amazon. Their specialists research high-value keywords, write ad copy, set up audience targeting, adjust bids in real time, and run A/B tests to maximize return on ad spend (ROAS). They also track conversions, deliver performance reports, and provide strategic recommendations that align with your wider digital marketing objectives.
Most agencies deliver an end-to-end suite that can include:
- Keyword research & competitive analysis
- Campaign setup (Search, Shopping, Display, YouTube)
- Bid management and budget pacing
- Ad copywriting and creative testing
- Landing-page optimization
- Remarketing and audience segmentation
- Conversion tracking and analytics integration
Some firms also bundle complementary channels, such as programmatic display or social PPC, to create a unified digital marketing strategy.
SEM engagements usually fall between $3,000–$20,000 per month, but pricing scales with ad spend, account complexity, and service level. Smaller businesses might work with an agency on a management-fee model (e.g., 10%–20% of monthly media spend), while enterprises often negotiate flat retainers or performance-based contracts. Always ask for a clear breakdown of management fees versus ad budget before signing.
Start by defining your KPIs, such as lead volume, e-commerce revenue, or customer acquisition cost. Then:
- Review case studies in your industry.
- Check Clutch client reviews for transparency, communication, and results.
- Compare pricing models (percentage of spend, flat fee, or hybrid).
- Request a campaign audit or strategic roadmap to gauge expertise.
Selecting a partner whose reporting cadence and collaboration style match your internal workflow will set the engagement up for success.
- “Guaranteed #1 ranking” claims (ad position depends on auction dynamics).
- Lack of access to the ad account or data ownership.
- Vague reporting that focuses on clicks instead of revenue-driven metrics.
- One-size-fits-all strategies with minimal keyword research.
- Slow or inconsistent communication during the sales process.
- How will you structure our campaigns and why?
- Which metrics will you report on weekly and monthly?
- What tools or automations do you use for bid management?
- Can you share a recent success story in a similar industry or budget range?
- Who will be my day-to-day point of contact, and how many accounts do they manage?
- How do you coordinate SEM with SEO and other digital marketing channels?
Agencies bring platform certifications, cross-account data, and advanced tools that small teams can’t always justify purchasing. Their experience shortens the testing cycle, reduces wasted spend, and frees internal staff to focus on broader marketing initiatives.
Freelancers are ideal for limited budgets or project-based needs. Agencies, however, provide a multidisciplinary team including strategists, copywriters, designers, and analysts that can scale campaigns quickly and cover absences without interrupting performance.