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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Orlando, FLServices provided
See all 11 projectsUproar by Moburst is a premier Public Relations firm specializing in Media Relations, Communications, and Corporate Communications. Across all reviews, 100% of clients highlight their responsiveness, strategic PR execution, and ability to deliver measurable outcomes, such as increased media coverage and brand awareness. Clients praise their professional service, with no notable areas for improvement mentioned.
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NYServices provided
See all 9 projectsChannel V Media is a Public Relations and Corporate Communications agency recognized for its expertise in media relations and brand reputation enhancement. Client feedback consistently highlights their strategic approach and deep understanding of diverse industries, achieving notable results such as a 400% increase in media coverage for one client. Approximately 90% of reviews emphasize their creativity, strategy, and ability to meet objectives, making them a highly recommended partner for PR and communications needs.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49St. Petersburg, FLServices provided
See all 311 projectsOtter Public Relations is a renowned publicity firm specializing in media relations and brand reputation enhancement. Reviewers consistently praise the company for its effective project management, timely delivery, and quality communications. With 100% positive feedback, clients commend Otter PR's ability to enhance media coverage and improve online visibility, with 30% specifically highlighting their strategic approach and professionalism in public communications.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Mission Viejo, CA
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Founded in 2020, IBH Media is a small PR company. Their services include Public Relations.
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Abercrombie Communications is a Tampa, Florida-based PR company. Their services include Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Chicago, ILServices provided
See all 28 projectsInterdependence is a public relations firm specializing in media relations, corporate communications, and brand reputation management. The company receives predominantly positive feedback, with approximately 90% of reviews highlighting their adaptability, professionalism, and strategic media outreach. Clients frequently commend their ability to deliver timely media coverage and enhance brand visibility, although some suggest improvements in deepening relationships with higher-tier publications.
$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Scottsdale, AZServices provided
See all 27 projects10 to 1 Public Relations is a Public Relations agency with expertise in media relations, brand reputation, and corporate communications. They are praised for their thoroughness, timeliness, and effective communication, with 100% of reviewers noting their positive impact on media coverage and brand awareness. Clients consistently commend their project management skills and flexibility, with no substantial areas for improvement noted.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Amsterdam, NetherlandsServices provided
See all 18 projectsPRLab is a distinguished public relations firm renowned for its expertise in media relations, public communications, and brand reputation enhancement. With a 100% positive feedback rate, clients commend their strategic creativity, responsiveness, and professionalism. Approximately 80% of reviewers highlight their outstanding ability to align with company values and deliver within budget, while 60% appreciate their effectiveness in increasing media coverage and brand awareness.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Manchester, England
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High-Rise Communications is a small public relations company. Established in 2016, the team focuses on Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hamburg, Germany
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TDUB Kommunikationsberatung is a public relations firm founded in 2010. The company provides Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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The Mach 1 Group is a public relations company. Launched in 2013, the team focuses on Public Relations and Event Management.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49London, England
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The Wilful Group, a public relations agency, is based in London, England. Their services include Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Dkpr public relations is a public relations agency. They focus on Public Relations and Content Writing Services and were founded in 2000. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Lewisville, TXServices provided
See all 48 projectsIdea Grove is a public relations and communications firm specializing in enhancing brand reputation through strategic media relations, corporate communications, and public media coverage. Across reviews, clients consistently highlight Idea Grove's excellent project management, with 100% praising their timely delivery and dedication to client success. Additionally, around 70% of reviewers commend their unique content development and PR strategies for elevating brand awareness and thought leadership.
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49İstanbul, TürkiyeServices provided
See all 4 projectsWalther Kranz is a Public Relations agency specializing in media relations, corporate communications, and brand reputation for tech, Web3, gaming, and fintech industries. Across reviews, 100% of clients praised their strategic thinking and effective execution, with 20% highlighting their adeptness at using influencer networks to enhance media coverage. Clients consistently report impressive outcomes, noting their exceptional project management and cross-cultural team advantage.
$10,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Austin, TXServices provided
See all 15 projectsDISRUPT PR is a Public Relations firm specializing in media relations, brand reputation, and corporate communications. The company is consistently praised for its strategic communication skills, with 100% of reviews highlighting their timely delivery and responsiveness. Clients commend their ability to enhance brand awareness and secure media placements, with significant increases in brand mentions and media coverage reported across projects.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Gurugram, India
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Saints Art is a public relations agency established in 2015. The agency focuses on Public Relations and Event Management, and is midsize.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Lagos, Nigeria
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Founded in 2009, Caritas Communications is a small Lagos, Nigeria-based PR company. Their services include Public Relations and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Newport Beach, CAServices provided
See all 6 projectsGateway Group is a Public Relations and Investor Relations firm known for its strong expertise in media relations, corporate communications, and brand reputation. The firm consistently receives positive feedback, with over 90% of reviews highlighting their strategic communication capabilities and responsiveness. Clients praise Gateway Group for enhancing investor engagement and brand visibility while demonstrating exceptional project management and a deep understanding of client needs.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Leeds, EnglandServices provided
See all 18 projectsProhibition is a comprehensive PR agency specializing in brand awareness, media relations, and public communications. Across multiple reviews, 100% of clients highlight their effective communication, integrity, and impressive media coverage, with many noting their ability to secure national exposure and innovative strategies. While some suggest minor improvements in communication streamlining, the company is consistently praised for their proactive approach and seamless project management.
$1,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Agios Athanasios, CyprusServices provided
See all 61 projectsOBA PR is a Public Relations firm that excels in media relations, corporate communications, and public media relations. Reviews indicate a 100% positive feedback rate, highlighting their responsiveness, project management, and effective media outreach. Approximately 80% of reviewers commend their ability to align company values and tailor PR strategies to client needs, enhancing brand reputation and securing significant media coverage.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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Agnostic, a public relations company, is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. They focus on Public Relations and Business Consulting and were established in 2019.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Singapore, Singapore
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Eminence Events Pte Ltd is a PR firm. They provide Public Relations and are headquartered in Singapore, Singapore.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49London, England
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PR agency Aim Agency - PR agency in London is in London, England. They specialize in Public Relations and were founded in 2023.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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Ek public relations is a PR firm. The agency is in Austin, Texas and Austin, Texas. Their team focuses on Public Relations and Content Writing Services.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Public relations agency JMarie Media Firm LLC is in Los Angeles, California and Atlanta, Georgia. They provide Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49London, England
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Founded in 2021, Movchan Agency, a small public relations agency, is located in London, England. Their services include Public Relations.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Jenkintown, PA
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Saffren and Weinberg is a midsize PR firm. Founded in 2023, the team provides Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Miami, FL
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Patent Area is a public relations firm. In Miami, Florida, the agency provides Public Relations.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Quezon City, Philippines
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Uniquecorn Strategies is a PR agency. Launched in 2021, the firm is based in Quezon City, Philippines and London, England. Their team focuses on Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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Sentidos Comunicaciones is a public relations company. Their small team is headquartered in Bogotá, D.C., Colombia and offers Public Relations. The company was launched in 2004.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Stuttgart, Germany
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Echolot pr GmbH & Co. KG is a PR firm. Founded in 2007, the agency is based in Stuttgart, Germany. Their services include Public Relations.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
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Founded in 2022, Omri Hurwitz Media is a public relations firm. The team offers Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Southampton, England
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HHC Lewis, a PR agency, is in Southampton, England. They specialize in Public Relations and Advertising and were founded in 1995.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Commerce, MI
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Absotemp Climate Control Inc. Is a public relations agency. In Commerce, Michigan, the agency offers Public Relations.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Istanbul, Türkiye
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In Istanbul, Türkiye and London, England, FL PR and Communications is a public relations firm. Their services include Public Relations and Search Engine Optimization.
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Founded in 2013, MC2 is a public relations company. The team provides Public Relations and Branding and is based in San Francisco, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hyderabad, India
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QHT Clinic Hyderabad is a public relations company. The Hyderabad, India-based agency was established in 2010. Their services include Public Relations.
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$25,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999
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Public relations agency Gr8sunglasses is in Shoreham-by-Sea, England. They offer Public Relations and Market Research and were founded in 2017.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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The James Collective is a small public relations firm. They offer Public Relations and were founded in 2015.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Long Beach, CA
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Spelling Communications, a PR firm, is headquartered in Long Beach, California. Their services include Public Relations.
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NK Dairy Equipment - Dairy Processing Plant is a PR firm. The small Yamuna Nagar, India-based team offers Public Relations. The agency was established in 2006.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Singapore, Singapore
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Small PR company Bud Communications, is based in Singapore, Singapore and Strathfield, Australia. The team focuses on Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Madrid, Spain
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Alive Comunicación, a public relations agency, was launched in 2011. The small team focuses on Public Relations and Branding.
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Local roofer Inc is a public relations company launched in 2012. The team specializes in Public Relations and is located in Los Angeles, California.
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$250,000+Undisclosed50 - 249New Delhi, India
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PR firm Teamwork Communications Group was launched in 2009. The midsize team specializes in Public Relations and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Columbus, OH
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Earthryse is a Columbus, Ohio-based Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Rochdale, England
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Creative Marketing (NW) Ltd is a branding company launched in 2017. Based in Rochdale, England, the team specializes in Branding and Public Relations.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999London, England
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Hotwire is a midsize public relations firm launched in 2000. Their team focuses on Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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Suncrypters is a Marketing Strategy company founded in 2015. The small team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249
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TOC Asociados, a PR company, was launched in 2013. The team offers Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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StylePress Agency is a PR company. The Rio de Janeiro, Brazil-based company was established in 2016. Their services include Public Relations and Branding.
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Ingenious Hub, a graphic design company, is based in Jaipur, India. Founded in 2015, the team specializes in Graphic Design and Advertising.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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Established in 2021, Heylin Spark, a small social media marketing agency, is based in New Delhi, India and Jaipur, India. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Canton, OH
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The Dames Marketing & PR is a Marketing Strategy company. Headquartered in Canton, Ohio, the agency provides Marketing Strategy and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49San Juan, Philippines
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DM&A Co. Is a small PR company established in 2022. Their services include Public Relations and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Tangerang Selatan, Indonesia
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Public relations agency VMCS Communications & Social Impact is headquartered in Tangerang Selatan, Indonesia. They offer Public Relations and Corporate Training & Coaching and were launched in 2020.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49København, Denmark
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PR agency Morsing PR is located in København, Denmark. Their services include Public Relations and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Hopkins, MN
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Brand Experience, an Event Marketing company, is based in Hopkins, Minnesota. They provide Event Marketing and Public Relations.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Lahore, Pakistan
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Branding firm Shahruh Technologies (Private) Limited was established in 2017. Located in Lahore, Pakistan and Lahore, Pakistan, the team focuses on Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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Stamen is a Digital Strategy company. The San Francisco, California-based team provides Digital Strategy and Graphic Design.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999London, England
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Bell Pottinger is a branding firm founded in 1987. In London, England and United Arab Emirates, the team focuses on Branding and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49St. Petersburg, FL
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Lewisville, TX
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Sarasota, FL
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Scottsdale, AZ
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Philadelphia, PA
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$10,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Amsterdam, Netherlands
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Fort Lauderdale, FL
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Ardmore, PA
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Houston, TX
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Brea, CA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Reading , England
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Surry Hills, Australia
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$1,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Agios Athanasios, Cyprus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Darlinghurst, Australia
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Irvine, CA
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Hiring a public relations agency helps elevate your brand’s reputation and visibility. A PR agency can:
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- Manage crises and prevent reputational damage
- Strengthen relationships with media and influencers
- Engage audiences with compelling storytelling
- Position your brand as a trusted industry leader
- Support investor relations and stakeholder trust
A PR agency (public relations agency) helps businesses manage their public image and communications strategy. It builds brand credibility through media relations, press releases, events, and crisis communications—ensuring a strong, positive reputation across digital and traditional channels.
A publicist typically focuses on individual clients or one-off publicity efforts—mainly gaining press coverage and managing appearances.
A PR agency offers broader, strategic services, including brand positioning, crisis management, stakeholder communications, and integrated media planning.
Popular PR KPIs include:
- Media Coverage – Number and quality of earned media placements
- Audience Reach – How many people saw your PR content
- Sentiment Analysis – Positive, neutral, or negative tone in coverage
- Social Media Engagement – Likes, shares, comments, and mentions
- Website Traffic & Conversions – Increase in visitors or leads following PR efforts
- Crisis Response Time – Speed and effectiveness of brand communication during issues
Most PR agencies provide a mix of strategic and tactical services, including:
- Media Relations – Securing press coverage and building relationships with journalists
- Crisis Communication – Managing brand reputation during challenges or negative press
- Social Media PR – Guiding brand perception through social platforms
- Content Creation – Writing press releases, blog posts, thought leadership articles
- Event Planning – Coordinating press events, product launches, and conferences
- Influencer & Thought Leadership PR – Building credibility through industry leaders
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- Internal Communications – Aligning messaging for employees and stakeholders
PR agencies vary in size, specialization, and service style:
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