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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, CanadaServices provided
See all 4 projectsSetsail Marketing is an Advertising Agency specializing in Google and Facebook ads, media buying, and paid marketing services. While feedback indicates that results have not been overwhelming, their enthusiasm and quality of work have been noted positively. Approximately 80% of the review highlights their effective onboarding process and consistent communication. Nonetheless, there is room for improvement in focusing on return on ad spend (ROAS).
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Kingston, NYServices provided
See all 11 projectsDragon360 is an advertising agency specializing in paid media and digital marketing strategies. The company consistently receives praise for its project management skills, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their responsiveness and ability to meet deadlines. Clients appreciate Dragon360's strategic mindset and innovative solutions, as evidenced by their role in driving brand awareness, conversions, and improved lead generation across various platforms.
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Fort Lauderdale, FLServices provided
See all 12 projectsCorrect Digital is an Advertising Agency specializing in Advertising Services, particularly in managing and optimizing Google Ads campaigns. Feedback indicates a high level of satisfaction, with 100% of reviewers praising their strategic approach and effective project management. The company is consistently recognized for its ability to generate qualified leads and enhance online visibility.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9West Des Moines, IA
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SLIM marketing is a social media marketing agency. The agency is located in West Des Moines, Iowa. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Vadodara, India
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Advertising company Webmunk Technology is in Vadodara, India. Founded in 2015, the team offers Advertising and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CAServices provided
See all 340 projectsJives Media is a comprehensive advertising agency offering specialized services in SEO and PPC management, as well as creative advertising solutions. Approximately 75% of their reviews highlight their effective project management and timely deliverables, while about 25% mention challenges with understanding client goals and communication issues. Overall, Jives Media excels in providing tailored marketing strategies and improving advertising effectiveness.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is an advertising agency specializing in digital and traditional media buying and paid marketing services. The company is lauded for its organized project management, clear communication, and innovative media strategies, with approximately 90% of reviewers highlighting their attention to detail and strategic insights. Clients commend their ability to deliver quantifiable outcomes and adapt to project needs efficiently.
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NYServices provided
See all 97 projectsNinja Promo is an advertising agency specializing in marketing, branding, and paid media services. Overall, 88% of reviews highlight positive outcomes such as increased engagement, improved lead quality, and lower costs. Clients appreciate their adaptability and quick responsiveness, though 12% mention communication improvements as an area of need. Their expertise in delivering tailored advertising services effectively aligns with the client's business goals.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Kyiv, Ukraine
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Golden Media Digital Agency is a web development company in Kyiv, Ukraine. They focus on Web Development and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2006.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Duck Thunder, a graphic design company, focuses on Graphic Design and Branding. The agency is in London, England.
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Cadian Studios is an Audio Production company. Headquartered in Taguig, Philippines, the firm was launched in 2022. Their team focuses on Audio Production and Advertising.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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Legendary ECom Growth Partners is a Vancouver, Canada-based Ecommerce Marketing company. They provide Ecommerce Marketing and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Edinburgh, Scotland
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See all 1 projectsFirefly New Media UK provides a range of services including branding, design, and printing, with notable expertise in creating exhibition stands, technical manuals, and product packaging. Reviews consistently highlight their exceptional creativity, attention to detail, and effective project management, leading to improved brand recognition and measurable impacts on sales and revenue.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Edmonton, CanadaServices provided
See all 51 projectsOut Origin is an advertising agency specializing in marketing and paid media services. They have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their precision, attention to detail, and transformative impact on clients' financial outlooks. Out Origin is praised for exceeding expectations in campaign management and optimization, achieving significant return on advertising spend improvements.
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9London, EnglandServices provided
See all 16 projectsMake Us Care is an advertising agency specializing in branding, paid media, and advertising services. The company has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers noting their timely project delivery and effective communication. Clients value their emotional connection with consumers and proactive approach, though some suggest increased in-person interactions and expanded access to creative talent.
$10,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab EmiratesServices provided
See all 2 projectsintouch mena is a digital communication agency specializing in social media management, digital media buying, and mobile and website development. Reviews highlight their exceptional adaptability and strategic creativity, with 100% positive feedback on their project management and commitment to client success. Notably, they consistently meet and exceed key performance indicators, ensuring brand adherence and effective communication strategies.
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Pixelvolution is a web development firm. Launched in 2014, the team specializes in Web Development and Web Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerDelhi, India
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HDM is a Delhi, India-based Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, CanadaServices provided
See all 6 projectsDigital Hot Sauce is a digital marketing agency specializing in PPC management, website optimization, SEO, and strategic ad management across platforms like Google and Meta. Their reviews indicate a strong emphasis on personalized service and understanding client needs, with 100% of the feedback highlighting their effectiveness, care, and expertise. Clients report measurable improvements in ROI, lead generation, and brand visibility.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Pittsburgh, PAServices provided
See all 21 projectsCorkboard Concepts is an advertising agency specializing in digital marketing and advertising services, including website design, PPC advertising, and SEO. With 100% of reviewers praising their professionalism, responsiveness, and strong client partnerships, they are noted for their customer service, detail-oriented project management, and ability to drive significant traffic and leads. Despite being a young company, they consistently exceed expectations.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249München, GermanyServices provided
See all 14 projectsMediacharge is an Advertising Agency specializing in Paid Media and PPC Campaign Management. Clients consistently praise their professionalism, high availability, and ability to deliver impressive results, such as increased website traffic and lead conversions. With 100% positive feedback, 50% of reviewers commend their communication, highlighting their strategic approach and expertise in advertising services.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Madrid, Spain
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ISolated is a SEO company. They were launched in 2012 and offer Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Brazil, Brazil
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2op, a web development firm, was founded in 2006. Located in Brazil, Brazil, the team provides Web Development and Branding.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Las Vegas, NVServices provided
See all 2 projectsMassMedia is a comprehensive advertising agency offering full-service marketing and advertising solutions. They are highly praised for their exceptional project management and strategic execution, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their professional and driven staff. Notably, they achieved nearly 50% sales within nine weeks, showcasing their effective media buying and promotional strategies.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Charlotte, NCServices provided
See all 5 projectsPremier Marketing is an advertising agency specializing in setting up and managing paid media campaigns on platforms like Facebook and TikTok. Reviewers highlight their excellent project management skills and effective guidance on data tracking, with 100% positive feedback emphasizing timely delivery and impactful results.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Beam Imagination is a Content Marketing company. The team offers Content Marketing and Video Production and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Swindon, England
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Pixel Pixel is a web design company. The Swindon, England-based company was founded in 2014. Their services include Web Design and Advertising.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Cardiff Bay, Wales
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Founded in 2006, Big Eye Deers Ltd., a small branding agency, is based in Cardiff Bay, Wales. Their services include Branding and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Burnaby, Canada
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Dieno Digital is an Advertising company. The Burnaby, Canada-based agency focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bundoora, Australia
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Media Fortress is a web design agency. Their small team is in Bundoora, Australia and focuses on Web Design and Advertising. The company was founded in 2009.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Athina, Greece
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Blissprojects is a branding agency. Their small team is located in Athina, Greece and provides Branding and Advertising. The agency was launched in 2003.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Searcy, AR
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Think Idea Studio is a branding agency in Searcy, Arkansas. The team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Santa Rosa, CA
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Boylan Point Agency is an UX design agency established in 1997. Based in Santa Rosa, California, the team specializes in UX/UI Design and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Billings, MT
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Rebel River Creative is a web development company. Established in 2016, the company is located in Billings, Montana. Their services include Web Development and Branding.
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Advertising company Webonclicks offers Advertising and Marketing Strategy. They were launched in 2011.
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Established in 2021, eWeb Ltd., a small Advertising company, is headquartered in Haskovo, Bulgaria. Their services include Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999
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Abu Dhabi Cleaning Services is a midsize social media marketing firm. Launched in 1981, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Budapest, Hungary
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See all 1 projectsSherpa Communications offers communication strategy planning and project implementation services. Their reviews highlight a well-rounded approach to digital marketing, significantly contributing to clients' online growth and brand visibility. Clients commend their creative planning, flexibility, and timely delivery, with no noted areas for improvement, suggesting a strong alignment with client objectives and values.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Adylize Private Limited is a Performance Marketing company. They are in Kolkata, India. Their team offers Performance Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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See all 1 projectsProline Web specializes in generating leads, converting them into clients, and enhancing online presence through tailored marketing strategies and advertising plans. The reviews highlight their effective communication, cost-efficient solutions, and dedication to client satisfaction, making them a reliable partner in the fields of Ads, Marketing, and Promotions. Their commitment to aligning with client values and strategic foresight sets them apart.
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Web design agency Aznar Ortega: Marketing Digital | Diseño Web | SEO | Copywriting | Publicidad Online was launched in 2018. The team offers Web Design and Direct Marketing.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Coral Springs, FL
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Headquartered in Coral Springs, Florida, By ONTOP is a Business Consulting company. Their services include Business Consulting and Web Development.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Budel, Netherlands
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Komma | Web & Branding Agency is a small web design company launched in 2007. Their services include Web Design and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49București, Romania
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NOS PRAESENTI is an Advertising company. Founded in 2019, the company specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Folsom, CA
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TRESPASSER™ Productions is a small video production company launched in 2008. Their team specializes in Video Production and Advertising.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Manchester, England
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See all 1 projectsComplete Digital Media specializes in managing Google Ad campaigns, but their reviews indicate significant dissatisfaction among clients, with 100% negative feedback. Complaints include unprofessionalism, rudeness, and inadequate communication, highlighting a need for improved customer service and transparent project management practices.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Tapachula de Córdova y Ordoñez, Mexico
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Volcana Agencia Digital, a Digital Strategy company, was founded in 2017. They focuses on Digital Strategy and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Zeist Interactive Solutions PVT. LTD is an Advertising company. Based in Mumbai, India, the firm offers Advertising and Product Marketing.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Inhouse Creative Studio انهاوس استديو is an Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Dauphin, Canada
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Established in 2009, Bankert Marketing Inc. Is a web design company. The team offers Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Arad, Romania
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Established in 2019, REMSIT WEB SERVICES is a small website development firm. Their team offers Web Development and Logo.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Pune, India
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Founded in 2009, Optimist Brand Design is a branding company. The team provides Branding and Advertising and is based in Pune, India.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Nairobi, Kenya
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Simpaul Design is a web design agency. In Nairobi, Kenya, their small team provides Web Design and Branding. The company was founded in 2017.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Nexus Infotechno INC is an Advertising company. Their small team of employees is in India. Their team focuses on Advertising and Custom Software Development.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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Broadcast Video company Streak was established in 2019. Based in Bengaluru, India, the team provides Broadcast Video and Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bilbao, Spain
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Based in Bilbao, Spain, LaTapadera Creaciones is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Singapore, Singapore
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Asdor Singapore is an Event Marketing company. Launched in 2007, the agency is in Singapore, Singapore. Their services include Event Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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E-commerce development firm Vigor Studio was founded in 2015. The team specializes in E-Commerce Development and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Warszawa, Poland
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Data.rocks is a social media marketing agency. They were launched in 2014, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49
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EngProSoft is an Advertising company. The firm is based in Houston, Texas. Their team specializes in Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Like Honey is a social media marketing company. Their team is located in Utrecht, Netherlands. The firm specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Тоshkent, Uzbekistan
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Lokals Marketing is a small Marketing Strategy company located in Тоshkent, Uzbekistan and Almaty, Kazakhstan. The team provides Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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Neta Collab, a graphic design company, was founded in 2018. The small team specializes in Graphic Design and Branding.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Karlsruhe, Germany
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Agentur Triebfeder is a video production company. They offer Video Production and Advertising and were launched in 2008. The agency is headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Harrisburg, PA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Washington, DC
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999London, England
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Sausalito, CA
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$250,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Rochester, MI
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34.9/40.015.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Marion, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woodmere, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Coral Gables, FL
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Bethesda, MD
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Addison, TX
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Redfern, Australia
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Tenafly, NJ
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Henderson, NV
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