Top Advertising Agencies & Marketing Companies
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49West Hartford, CT
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Storylinemp is a video production company. Their small team is in West Hartford, Connecticut. Their team specializes in Video Production and Advertising.
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Launched in 2015, 3C – Comprehensive Cannabis Consulting is a small Denver, Colorado-based Business Consulting company. Their services include Business Consulting and Advertising.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CAServices provided
See all 341 projectsJives Media is an advertising agency specializing in SEO and paid media services, assisting with Google Ads and PPC management. Reviews indicate mixed feedback, with 80% citing positive results, such as improved SEO strategies and ad performance, while 20% note communication and strategy misalignment issues. Clients often commend their project management and responsiveness, although some suggest room for strategic improvement.
$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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nottingham , England
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Web design agency Serosensa Creative was established in 2012. The small team specializes in Web Design and Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Gothenburg, Sweden
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Hoy Multimedia is an user experience design agency established in 2016. The company provides UX/UI Design and Digital Strategy, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Potomac Falls, VA
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Headquartered in Potomac Falls, Virginia, TJ Westlake, LLC is an Advertising company. Established in 2007, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fairfax, VA
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Call center company PerfectBPOSolutions is in Fairfax, Virginia. Launched in 2021, the team provides Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Paris, France
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Sparknews, a Business Consulting company, specialize in Business Consulting and Corporate Training & Coaching. They were established in 2012.
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$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.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Montréal, CanadaServices provided
See all 9 projectsinBeat Agency is a specialized advertising agency focusing on influencer marketing, adept at expanding brand awareness and engagement through strategic influencer recruitment and content creation. Reviews highlight their exceptional project management, clear communication, and ability to generate significant impressions and engagement, with 100% of reviewers noting their effectiveness in reaching niche audiences despite occasional timeline challenges.
$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.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Louisville, KY
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KERTIS is a video production agency. Their small team is located in Louisville, Kentucky and specializes in Video Production and Corporate Photography. The company was founded in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Daytona Beach, FL
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Midlantic Marketing Solutions, a small print design company, is based in Daytona Beach, Florida. Their services include Print Design and Web Development.
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$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.
$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.
$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.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Trinity Media LLC is a Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based print design agency. Established in 2010, the team offers Print Design and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Color Track Printing, a print design company, specializes in Print Design and Graphic Design. The company is in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Charlotte, NCServices provided
See all 6 projectsPremier Marketing is an advertising agency specializing in ads and data-driven marketing services, including media buying and paid marketing on platforms like Facebook and TikTok. Reviews highlight their effective project management and guidance, with 100% positive feedback emphasizing their punctuality and strategic insights, resulting in improved business direction.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Saint Peters, Australia
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Next Printing is a print design agency. Headquartered in Saint Peters, Australia, their small team provides Print Design and Graphic Design. The agency was launched in 1986.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dublin, Ireland
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Established in 2011, Navy Blue Sports is a Talent Representation company. The company offers Talent Representation and Sports Marketing, and is small.
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HD Studios is an user experience agency. They offer UX/UI Design and Web Development and were founded in 2002. The agency is in Washington, District of Columbia.
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MetaGenix is a video production agency. The firm is headquartered in Lowndesboro, Alabama. Their services include Video Production and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hrFreelancerGlasgow, Scotland, Scotland
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Doug Summers Graphics is a graphic design agency launched in 2010. Their team provides Graphic Design and Advertising.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hrFreelancerSheffield, England
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Small Advertising company Sanderson Bob, is located in Sheffield, England. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
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Feelcodes, an UX agency, was founded in 2016. They focuses on UX/UI Design and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerTotnes, England
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Branding agency Nicegraphicdesign was launched in 2003. The team focuses on Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerShelfanger, England
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Smith UK LTD is a branding company. The team focuses on Branding and Graphic Design, and the firm is based in Shelfanger, England.
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Steve Davis Graphic Design is an Advertising company established in 2013. The company focuses on Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBozeman, MT
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OoLite Media is a video production agency located in Bozeman, Montana. Their services include Video Production and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerGrants Pass, OR
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Flying Toad Graphics, an Advertising company, is in Grants Pass, Oregon. They provide Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerOakland, CA
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SOME DAYS is a small Oakland, California-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Graphic Design.
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EMH Graphics, a graphic design agency, offers Graphic Design and Branding. The agency is based in Little Rock, Arkansas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerColumbia, SC
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Tim McKeever is a Packaging Design company established in 1981. The team specializes in Packaging Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerColumbia, MO
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Guilford Creative is a branding agency. The company is based in Columbia, Missouri. Their team specializes in Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerPhiladelphia, PA
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Steve DeCusatis Design, LLC is an Advertising company headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Launched in 2011, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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Established in 2011, Flobidesign is a graphic design company. Located in Genoa, Italy, the team provides Graphic Design and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFirenze, Italy
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Design Studio Livia Cirone is a web design company established in 2010. The agency provides Web Design and Graphic Design.
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Diego Chacon Design Studio is an user experience design company. Established in 1996, the company provides UX/UI Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBari, Italy
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Fenixo Studio is a web design agency. Established in 2008, the team provides Web Design and Web Development.
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Based in Grafton, Wisconsin, Andrew Feller Photography is a small Corporate Photography company. Their services include Corporate Photography and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerDubai, United Arab Emirates
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CIBS Media is a print design company. Their small team is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Print Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerHannover, Germany
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Freakshot is a video production company in Hannover, Germany. The team specializes in Video Production and Corporate Photography.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSaint Paul, MN
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Content Writing Services company Conk Creative LLC was founded in 2008. Headquartered in Saint Paul, Minnesota, the team specializes in Content Writing Services and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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Graphique Creative, an Advertising company, is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. They offer Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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Alyson Design is a graphic design company. They were launched in 2001, and their services include Graphic Design and Logo.
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Error Creative Studio is a mobile application development firm. They provide Mobile App Development and Web Design and were founded in 2010. The agency is located in London, England.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Canton, GA
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Launched in 1984, Egeland Wood & Zuber Inc, a small web design company, is located in Canton, Georgia. Their services include Web Design and Print Design.
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Roylance is a small video production company. Launched in 2015, the team focuses on Video Production and Advertising.
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Software development firm Proper Banners was established in 2016. The company provides Custom Software Development and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Glasgow , Scotland
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Graphic design agency Adamson Design offers Graphic Design and Packaging Design. They are located in Glasgow , Scotland.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Liverpool, England
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Bolland and Lowe, a graphic design agency, is based in Liverpool, England. They specialize in Graphic Design and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Berlin, Germany
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DRUGA DESIGN Studio is a graphic design company. The team provides Graphic Design and Logo and is in Berlin, Germany.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Makati, Philippines
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Director’s Board Video & Film Productions is a small Makati, Philippines-based video production agency. The team offers Video Production and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Quito, Ecuador
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Located in Quito, Ecuador, CISMO Corporation is a custom software development firm. Launched in 2005, the team provides Custom Software Development and IT strategy consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Quezon City, Philippines
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Founded in 2015, ConSync Digital is a graphic design agency. The agency focuses on Graphic Design and Web Development, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cape Town, South Africa
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Web design agency Two Fishes Design Agency was founded in 2006. In Cape Town, South Africa, the team specializes in Web Design and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Johannesburg, South Africa
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Hashtag99 is a Digital Strategy company. Headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa, the team focuses on Digital Strategy and Graphic Design.
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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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$250,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Rochester, MI
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Marion, IL
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$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Harrisburg, PA
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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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+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Redfern, Australia
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Coral Gables, FL
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Henderson, NV
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$100,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Tenafly, NJ
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Brampton, Canada
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Las Vegas, NV
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Berlin, Germany
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Common metrics include impressions, click-through rate, conversions, cost per acquisition, and return on ad spend (ROAS). Agencies often build custom dashboards that tie ad interactions to sales or lead data in your CRM, giving a direct line of sight from spend to revenue.