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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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Large PR firm Hill & Knowlton, is based in Oslo, Norway and Sao Paulo, Brazil. Their services include Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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Public relations agency Breakaway Communications is headquartered in New York, New York. They specialize in Public Relations and Content Marketing and were founded in 2002.
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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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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Blue Door Communications is a Digital Strategy company. They offer Digital Strategy and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Des Moines, IA
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Digital Strategy company Lessing-Flynn was established in 1907. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy and is based in Des Moines, Iowa.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249Sydney, Australia
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Newgate Communications is a branding firm launched in 2013. The midsize team focuses on Branding and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Fire Bee is a public relations agency established in 2013. The company specializes in Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Leesburg, VA
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Launched in 2005, Splash Communications is a small Leesburg, Virginia-based graphic design agency. Their team offers Graphic Design and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Birmingham, England
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Story Comms is a PR firm. Headquartered in Birmingham, England, the firm was founded in 2014. Their team specializes in Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nottingham , England
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Jennie Holland PR is a Nottingham , England-based public relations agency. Launched in 2016, the team specializes in Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Baton Rouge, LA
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SASSO is an Advertising company. Established in 2011, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLos Angeles, CA
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ShapiroPR | Los Angeles Public Relations and Publicity Consulting Firm is a PR company. Located in Los Angeles, California, their team provides Public Relations and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerLake Jackson, TX
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Media Public Relations is a PR company. Their team is located in Lake Jackson, Texas and focuses on Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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Headquartered in JLPL Industrial Area, India, Hopestone Advisory Pvt. Ltd. Is a midsize public relations firm. Their services include Public Relations and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Stockholm, Sweden
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A World Beneath, an Advertising company, was founded in 2004. The small team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Dobliup Limited is a media planning and buying company. Based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, the team provides Media Planning & Buying and Public Relations.
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$250,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Islamabad, Pakistan
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Orbit Newswire is a small PR firm. Established in 2017, the team provides Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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Founded in 2017, Tru-Stories LLP is a small branding company located in London, England. Their team specializes in Branding and Public Relations.
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We Keep In Touch Communications is a Barcelona, Spain-based PR company. Their services include Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cape Town, South Africa
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Hewers is a small Business Consulting company. Established in 2015, the team focuses on Business Consulting and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Montréal, Canada
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VROY, a public relations firm, was established in 2001. The small team offers Public Relations and Event Management.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Founded in 2004, Bukhari Translation Services Dubai, UAE. Is a small Translation company. Their team offers Translation and Language Interpretation.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Overbrook, WV
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Folklore is a branding company established in 2019. The small team focuses on Branding and Public Relations.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Topanga, CA
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PR agency Dunn Pellier Media PR is headquartered in Topanga, California. The team provides Public Relations and Event Marketing.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Oklahoma City, OK
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Digital Strategy company Saxum was established in 2003. The agency focuses on Digital Strategy and Public Relations.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Boston, MA
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Cercone Brown Company is a small Boston, Massachusetts-based social media marketing firm. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Launched in 2003, Brazil is an Advertising company. The small team offers Advertising and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Mobius Industries Ltd is a public relations firm. Launched in 2006, their team offers Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999London, England
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FleishmanHillard UK is a midsize London, England-based branding firm. The team offers Branding and Public Relations.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Reno, NV
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KPS3, a SEO services firm, was established in 1991. The firm specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Development, and is small.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Mount Pleasant, SC
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Trio Solutions Inc. Is an Event Marketing company. Based in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, their small team specializes in Event Marketing and Marketing Strategy. The firm was founded in 2001.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Established in 2017, Crypto PR is a small Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based PR firm. Their services include Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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Established in 2003, Illume is a small Baltimore, Maryland-based public relations agency. Their services include Public Relations and Event Management.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Curitiba, Brazil
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Website development company Agência TCA is in Curitiba, Brazil. They focus on Web Development and Advertising and were founded in 2006.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Salt Lake City, UT
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RT Nielson Co. Is an Advertising company. They were launched in 1992, and their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Big Buzz Online is a small public relations company. Established in 2025, the team provides Public Relations and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Tulsa, OK
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Corporate Training & Coaching company Schnake Turnbo Frank provides Corporate Training & Coaching and Digital Strategy. They were founded in 1970.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Nashville, TN
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Advertising company The Dalton Agency was established in 1989. The team specializes in Advertising and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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Arrow Media, LLC is a branding agency launched in 2005. Their team focuses on Branding and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Edinburgh, Scotland
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Degu Media PR is a public relations company founded in 2013. Their team focuses on Public Relations and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pewaukee, WI
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Located in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, Leap Strategic Marketing, LLC is a Marketing Strategy company. They offer Marketing Strategy and Public Relations and were established in 2007.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Founded in 2020, Inflect Partners is a small Business Consulting company. Their services include Business Consulting and Public Relations.
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Accessnations is an Event Management company. The company is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Their team offers Event Management and Event Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9santurtzi, Spain
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Data Comunicación is a small call center based in santurtzi, Spain. The team focuses on Call Center Services and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Casablanca, Morocco
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Founded in 2013, BOXCOM is a social media marketing firm. The firm provides Social Media Marketing and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Jakarta, Indonesia
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Public relations agency Media Buffet PR is in Jakarta, Indonesia. Founded in 2017, the team provides Public Relations and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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Carol Fox & Associates is an Advertising company launched in 1994. The company focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy, and is small.
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Social media marketing firm Dragon Social Limited was founded in 2016. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Evanston, IL
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Akrete is a Content Marketing company. In Evanston, Illinois, their small team focuses on Content Marketing and Public Relations. The firm was founded in 2011.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Southend-on-Sea, England
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Reactively. Is a public relations agency. Established in 2018, their team focuses on Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Market Research company fixitfusion is based in New York, New York. Established in 2026, the team focuses on Market Research and Public Relations.
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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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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Fort Lauderdale, FL
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$1,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Agios Athanasios, Cyprus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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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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$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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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Amsterdam, Netherlands
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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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.