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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Scottsdale, AZServices provided
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See all 26 projects10 to 1 Public Relations is a PR agency specializing in media relations, corporate communications, and brand reputation management. Reviews consistently commend their thoroughness, speed, and flexibility, with over 90% noting timely delivery and effective communication. They are praised for their crisis communication strategies and media exposure skills, although innovation is encouraged. A notable 80% of clients recognized their role in achieving significant brand awareness and media coverage.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Sarasota, FLServices provided
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See all 51 projectsNet Reputation is an online reputation management firm that specializes in maintaining and improving brand reputation through strategic public communications and media relations. The company has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their professionalism, responsiveness, and effectiveness in suppressing negative content and enhancing online presence. Clients commend their personalized approach and ability to deliver consistent, timely results.
$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Sewickley, PAServices provided
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See all 22 projectsAtlas Marketing is a Public Relations firm specializing in crisis management and corporate communications. With overwhelmingly positive feedback, 100% of reviewers commend their responsiveness and strategic approach, while 75% highlight their impressive project management and communication skills. Clients consistently praise Chris and his team's ability to deliver comprehensive crisis communications plans and media relations strategies, enhancing brand reputation and ensuring effective public affairs management.
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Based in Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Montieth SPRG is a PR firm. They offer Public Relations and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Nashville, TN
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Lovell Communications is a Nashville, Tennessee-based branding company. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CAServices provided
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See all 8 projectsReputation Defense Network is a specialized Public Relations firm focusing on brand reputation management and suppression of negative content across various industries. With consistently positive feedback from clients, they are commended for their swift action, effective strategies, and seamless communication. Approximately 100% of reviews highlight their expertise in managing online presence and reputation, particularly in media relations and public communications.
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Tel Aviv-Yafo, IsraelServices provided
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See all 17 projectsPercepto is a Public Relations and Communications firm specializing in reputation management and online presence enhancement. Across its reviews, 80% highlight their exceptional project management and tailored strategies. With an impressive 88% positive feedback, clients frequently commend their adaptability and effectiveness, particularly in media relations and brand reputation initiatives.
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M-Squared Public Relations is a small public relations firm founded in 2008. Their team provides Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Stockholm, Sweden
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Agera PR is a PR firm. The team provides Public Relations and Social Media Marketing, and the firm is based in Stockholm, Sweden.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Lusaka, Zambia
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Based in Lusaka, Zambia, Cloud Digital Agency is an Advertising company. They specialize in Advertising and Branding and were founded in 2017.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Jakarta Selatan, Indonesia
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Lucid America, LLC is a PR agency in Jakarta Selatan, Indonesia and Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The team focuses on Public Relations and Graphic Design.
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Dev's Marketing Mind, an Advertising company, was founded in 2023. Based in Ludhiana , India, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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Tech Felix is a branding company. Launched in 2025, the company offers Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Lawlor Media Group is an Other Marketing company. Established in 2000, the agency is headquartered in New York, New York. Their team focuses on Other Marketing and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cleveland, OH
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WrightPath Solutions is a PR agency. In Cleveland, Ohio and Dublin, Ohio, their team specializes in Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jackson, MS
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Simien Media Group, a branding firm, is based in Jackson, Mississippi. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Simcoe, Canada
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The Top Floor Public Relations is a PR firm established in 2004. Their team provides Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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PR firm LM Connect is based in Leawood, Kansas. The team provides Public Relations and Event Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Portland, OR
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Prichard Communications is a Digital Strategy company. They provide Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2007. The agency is in Portland, Oregon.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Pune, India
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See all 1 projectsIntelisync is a global technology and marketing services company at the forefront of Web3, AI, and blockchain innovation. With a mission to bridge the gap between cutting-edge technologies and
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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BRANDTHINK Malaysia, a social media marketing company, was founded in 2000. The small team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Public Relations.
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Market Research company PointeR Agency is based in Kyiv, Ukraine. The team offers Market Research and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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The Brand Consortium PR, a public relations firm, was established in 2009. The team focuses on Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Founded in 2011, SUGO Communications is a branding firm. Their team specializes in Branding and Public Relations.
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Seven Media Partners LLC is a PR firm. Launched in 2022, the team specializes in Public Relations. The firm is headquartered in Manteca, California.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Pohreby, Ukraine
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Based in Pohreby, Ukraine, Olshansky and partners is a midsize UX design company. Their services include UX/UI Design and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Boston, MA
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Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts and New York, New York, Regan Communications is a social media marketing agency. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Video Production.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Launched in 1995, ABMC is a branding firm. The team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing and is located in New York, New York.
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Coriolis Company is a public relations company. The company is located in Los Angeles, California. Their team specializes in Public Relations and Branding.
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Girlpower Marketing is a PR company. The team focuses on Public Relations and Branding, and the agency is in Newport Beach, California.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Milano, Italy
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Valletta - Public Relations is a public relations company founded in 2013. Their services include Public Relations and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Spread Communications is a public relations firm. The team offers Public Relations and Branding and is in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Providence, RI
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RDW Group is an Advertising company. The Providence, Rhode Island-based team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Boca Raton, FL
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Tr3fecta Media, an Advertising company, was launched in 2015. The agency offers Advertising and Public Relations.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49München, Germany
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Hartzkom – PR and Content Marketing is a München, Germany-based public relations company. They offer Public Relations and Branding.
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$100,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Marrakesh, Morocco
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Why Not Consulting is an Advertising company. Their small team of employees is based in Marrakesh, Morocco. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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Public relations company PR Media Studio provides Public Relations. They were launched in 2016.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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Public relations firm Lexicon World was established in 1996. The company offers Public Relations and Sales Outsourcing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Hamburg, Germany
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Public relations company Industrie-Contact AG focuses on Public Relations and Social Media Marketing. They are based in Hamburg, Germany.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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Boston Web Marketing is a web design agency. The team provides Web Design and Web Development, and the firm is based in Boston, Massachusetts.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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TQPR Vietnam is a public relations company located in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Their services include Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Grand Rapids, MI
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Lambert & Co. Is a PR firm. They were launched in 1998, and their services include Public Relations and Branding.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Calwell, Australia
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Fly Up Media is a Corporate Training & Coaching company. The Calwell, Australia-based company was launched in 2016. Their services include Corporate Training & Coaching and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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PR firm Easefina PR is located in London, England. Their services include Public Relations and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Alpharetta, GA
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Ruane PR is a public relations agency. Located in Alpharetta, Georgia, the firm was founded in 1998. Their team provides Public Relations and Event Management.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Jaipur, India
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Based in Jaipur, India, Bloom Marketing Agency is a branding firm. Established in 2024, the team focuses on Branding and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Boulder, CO
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Revenue and Results is a branding firm. Their team is based in Boulder, Colorado. The agency offers Branding and Public Relations.
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Digi Append is a public relations firm launched in 2024. The team focuses on Public Relations and Search Engine Optimization.
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Branding company Tahaan IT World is in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The team focuses on Branding and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9White City, Canada
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Unalike Marketing is a branding company based in White City, Canada. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Schlieren, Switzerland
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IONH MEDIA is a PR firm. Headquartered in Schlieren, Switzerland, their team provides Public Relations.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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DigiX Planet is a branding firm. The team is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and their services include Branding and Public Relations.
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EWID Communication, a public relations firm, was established in 2025. Headquartered in Graz, Austria, the team focuses on Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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Marketing Strategy company ISBMarketing is located in Chiyoda City, Japan. They focus on Marketing Strategy and Content Marketing and were founded in 2014.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Karachi, Pakistan
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Launched in 2009, Syntax Communications is a midsize PR company based in Karachi, Pakistan and Rawalpindi/Islamabad, Pakistan. Their team focuses on Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49St. Petersburg, FL
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Scottsdale, AZ
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37.5/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Fort Lauderdale, FL
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$1,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Agios Athanasios, Cyprus
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37.7/40.019/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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37/40.019/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Burlington, Canada
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Leeds, England
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36.4/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Sarasota, FL
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Sewickley, PA
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Houston, TX
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Amsterdam, Netherlands
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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34.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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35.6/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Boston, MA
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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36.2/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Spring Hill, Australia
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Lewisville, TX
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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35.1/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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33.1/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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34.1/40.017.4/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience7.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Denver, CO
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34.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Reading , England
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34.2/40.018.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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35.2/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Redondo Beach, CA
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9London, England
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32.7/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+Undisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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32/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
100% Public Relations50% Crisis communications
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Crisis Communications Firm FAQs
Looking for a crisis communications firm but not sure where to start? We've put together answers to the most common questions businesses ask when searching for a trusted partner. This FAQ covers what you need to know before hiring a crisis communications firm, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
Based on a robust evaluation of reputation management and rapid response, Clutch identifies leading firms. The top crisis communications agencies for Fall 2025 include:
A crisis communications firm helps organizations plan for, respond to, and recover from events that could harm brand reputation or stakeholder trust. When an incident occurs, such as a data breach, product recall, executive misconduct, or social media backlash, the agency acts as your rapid-response team. They assess the situation, craft key messages, coordinate with internal leaders and legal counsel, handle media inquiries, and monitor public sentiment in real time. After the initial response, they guide long-term reputation repair through stakeholder outreach, transparent reporting, and strategic storytelling.
A crisis communication agency typically offers:
- Risk audits and crisis-readiness playbooks
- 24/7 on-call media relations and spokesperson training
- Message development and press statement drafting
- Social listening and sentiment analysis
- Stakeholder and influencer outreach
- Internal comms coordination (employees, partners, investors)
- Post-crisis reputation rebuilding and thought-leadership campaigns
- Simulation workshops to test plans before an incident arises
Budgets vary widely based on risk profile and response time. On Clutch, small companies typically spend $5,000–$15,000 per month for monitoring and light support. High-stakes, round-the-clock retainers for enterprises can run $20,000–$50,000+ per month. One-off crisis projects often start around $15,000 for a two-to-four-week engagement. Location, seniority of consultants, and the need for multilingual or industry-specific expertise will also influence pricing.
Start by confirming the agency has handled situations similar to yours, data privacy, healthcare compliance, financial fraud, etc. Review case studies and ask for measurable outcomes (e.g., time to neutral coverage, share-of-voice regained). Ensure the firm offers senior-level counsel 24/7 and can integrate with your legal, HR, and marketing teams. Finally, evaluate chemistry and transparency: you’ll be collaborating under intense pressure, so clear communication and mutual trust are critical.
These are some red flags you should watch for when hiring a crisis communications company:
- Guaranteed media “fixes” or promises to erase online content
- Vague pricing or undisclosed subcontractors
- Lack of a written crisis plan or refusal to run simulations
- Limited access to senior strategists once the contract is signed
- No verifiable case studies or client references in your sector
Utilize these sample questions to help your hiring process:
- Have you managed crises similar to ours? What were the outcomes?
- Who will be on our account, and what is their availability?
- How do you coordinate with legal counsel to balance transparency and liability?
- What monitoring tools and metrics do you use to track sentiment and ROI?
- How will you train our executives and staff for media interactions?
- What is your fee structure for retainers versus emergency engagements?
Most full-service PR agencies handle brand building and media relations during normal operations. Crisis communications firms specialize in high-pressure, high-stakes situations that require rapid response, legal sensitivity, and 24/7 monitoring. While some large PR networks have crisis divisions, a dedicated crisis specialist often brings deeper experience with litigation support, regulatory bodies, and reputation recovery metrics.
These are some of the examples of how a crisis communications firm measures ROI:
- Reduction in negative media coverage over time
- Improvements in sentiment score across social platforms
- Stabilization of stock price or donor contributions
- Surveyed stakeholder trust post-incident
- Speed of returning to normal share-of-voice levels compared with competitors
Choosing KPIs upfront ensures both you and the agency stay aligned on outcomes beyond simple press hits.