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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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DevITeam is a web development company. The agency is in Kyiv, Ukraine. Their services include Web Development and UX/UI Design.
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Icon Digital is a web design agency. Their small team is in Sydney, Australia. Their services include Web Design and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Melbourne, Australia
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My Web Agent is a social media marketing agency. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Branding and is in Melbourne, Australia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wilston, Australia
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M2Media is a web design company. They were founded in 2006 and provide Web Design and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Joondalup, Australia
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Burning Fruit, an user experience design company, was established in 2014. They focuses on UX/UI Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Shenton Park, Australia
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OM4 is a web design agency. Located in Shenton Park, Australia, the firm was established in 2007. Their services include Web Design and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Beresfield, Australia
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Web Tech Plus is a small web development firm. They provide Web Development and E-Commerce Development and were established in 2012.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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Branding company Agência Klik was founded in 2017. The team specializes in Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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Tag2 Digital is a Belo Horizonte, Brazil-based Content Marketing company. They specialize in Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Warrnambool, Australia
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WestVic Web is a web design company. They provide Web Design and E-Commerce Development and were established in 2014.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Erina, Australia
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Red Chameleon SEO is a social media marketing firm. The team is in Erina, Australia, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Newcastle, Australia
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Rhythm Design & Marketing is a social media marketing agency. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and is based in Newcastle, Australia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tustin, CA
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Based in Tustin, California, ELIV8 Business Strategies is a Business Consulting company. Founded in 2014, the team specializes in Business Consulting and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9East Tamworth, Australia
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Rhythm Digital is a small East Tamworth, Australia-based social media marketing company. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9South Melbourne, Australia
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Located in South Melbourne, Australia, Kobe Creations is a web development company. They specialize in Web Development and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tyler, TX
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Twenty East Agency LLC is an Advertising company launched in 2002. The small team specializes in Advertising and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Quito, Ecuador
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Brand Click is a branding firm located in Quito, Ecuador. Established in 2019, the team specializes in Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Leederville, Australia
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Clout Marketing - Australia is a social media marketing company established in 2016. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Raleigh, NC
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RORE MEDIA Digital Marketing Agency is a small Cybersecurity company launched in 2017. Their team provides Cybersecurity and Pay Per Click.
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Founded in 2014, Digital Marketing Agency Philadelphia is a small Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-based Content Marketing company. Their services include Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Uttr Digital is a Glasgow, Scotland-based Mobile & App Marketing company. Their services include Mobile & App Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portland, OR
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Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, Fuze7 Marketing is a Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Based in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, DBO Digital Marketing is a small social media marketing company. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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The Digital Marketing.Services, a Digital Strategy company, is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fredrikstad, Norway
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Growup AS is a small Fredrikstad, Norway-based Marketing Strategy company. The team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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MLCPH Business Consultancy Services is a Market Research company. Located in Quezon City, Philippines, the firm offers Market Research and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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In San Antonio, Texas, CG Media Agency Group is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vienna, VA
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DBase Media is a small Advertising company located in Vienna, Virginia. Their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond, VA
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3XG Media, a web design company, is in Richmond, Virginia. Established in 2020, the team focuses on Web Design and Graphic Design.
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Established in 2017, Kastle Media Solutions Inc, a small web design agency, is headquartered in Edmonton, Canada. Their services include Web Design and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Paris, France
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HERTIUM is a Blockchain Marketing company. They are headquartered in Paris, France and have small team. Their team provides Blockchain Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brookline, MA
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WorldBossHQ is a Content Marketing company. The team is based in Brookline, Massachusetts, and their services include Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Prague, Czech Republic
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Tom Atom is a small web development firm founded in 1800. Their team specializes in Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Implode Media Inc. Is a web design agency. They are in Toronto, Canada. Their team focuses on Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Established in 2020, The Tee Talks is a branding company. The small team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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SEO company Scottsdale SEO Company is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2005.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sherwood, AR
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MADM Media + Marketing is a mobile app development company. In Sherwood, Arkansas, the firm was founded in 2007. Their team focuses on Mobile App Development and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cullman, AL
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SEO company Fawkes Digital Marketing was established in 2013. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Spanish Fort, AL
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ConnectIT-SEO is a social media marketing firm launched in 2016. The company offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Anchorage, AK
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The Digital Marketing Guy is a social media marketing firm. Their small team is located in Anchorage, Alaska. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Groton, CT
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SEO agency Contractor Marketing Solutions is in Groton, Connecticut. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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GuidePost Marketing is a Canton, Georgia-based social media marketing company. They offer Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Indianapolis, IN
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Sellers Launch LLC. Is a branding firm. The Indianapolis, Indiana-based company was founded in 2017. Their team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Honolulu, HI
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Siebert Consulting Group LLC is a Digital Strategy company based in Honolulu, Hawaii. They provide Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2016.
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Q2 Marketing is a branding company located in Atlanta, Georgia. They provide Branding and Marketing Strategy and were founded in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Falciano del Massico, CE, Italy
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CTAWeb S.r.l.s., a social media marketing firm, was launched in 2012. The agency offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Based in Seattle, Washington, Lazar Marketing Consulting is an Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kraków, Poland
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Honestmedia.pl is a small social media marketing company launched in 2022. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Easton, CT
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Axiomdigita Marketing is a small Easton, Connecticut-based Marketing Strategy company. The team provides Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Peabody, MA
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Switch Design Team is a web development firm. Headquartered in Peabody, Massachusetts, the firm was founded in 2020. Their team specializes in Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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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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39.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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39.8/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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39.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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39.6/40.020/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Oklahoma City, OK
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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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39.3/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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38.9/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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38.9/40.020/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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38.7/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lehi, UT
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chernihiv, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, 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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20% Search Engine Optimization60% Pay Per Click20% Other
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.