Top Facebook Advertising Agencies in the United States
Need to squeeze every impression out of your ad spend? Ask any of the Top US-based Digital Marketing Agencies and they'll confirm: Facebook remains one of the most powerful paid-social platforms in the US, reaching over 240 million users from Seattle startups to Miami retailers.
Clutch makes finding a trusted partner easy: every agency on this list has been rigorously vetted through in-depth client interviews, transparent case studies, and quantitative performance metrics. From Madison Avenue veterans to data-driven boutiques in Austin’s Silicon Hills, you can filter results by budget, industry, or location to zero-in on the right fit. Use Clutch’s comparison tools, detailed profiles, and verified reviews to hire with confidence and turn clicks into revenue.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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EDex Solutions is a social media marketing agency. The firm is in New York, New York. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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SkCreative Labs LLC is a web design agency. The New York, New York-based company specializes in Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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Valquiria Soft. Is a web development company. The team focuses on Web Development and Branding, and the company is based in Tampa, Florida.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Henderson, NV
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The Search Source is a social media marketing agency launched in 2009. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Woodland, CA
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Modern Roots Marketing LLC is a branding agency. Headquartered in Woodland, California, their small team offers Branding and Content Marketing. The company was launched in 2018.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Hidden Link Studios, a SEO agency, is based in Las Vegas, Nevada. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Small Advertising company Tiger Marketing, is located in Billings, Montana. Their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9West Hollywood, CA
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Got Ads? is a PPC agency. They were established in 2018 and offer Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Myrtle Beach, SC
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Zorka Web is a social media marketing agency launched in 2021. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is located in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Huntersville, NC
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See all 1 projectsEQC Agency provides strategic consultancy and digital marketing services, including online advertising and media platform management, to enhance brand presence and drive customer acquisition. Reviews emphasize EQC's expertise, responsiveness, and partnership approach, highlighting their ability to significantly grow businesses from inception and deliver impressive ROI through data analysis and optimized marketing strategies.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boxborough, MA
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Trajex Marketing Solutions LLC. Is a social media marketing agency founded in 2021. In Boxborough, Massachusetts, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Bardstown, KY
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The Social Boutique - Marketing Agency is a Marketing Strategy company. Established in 2019, the agency is in Bardstown, Kentucky. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Social Media
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Frisco, TX
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Brandr Co. Is a small Direct Marketing company. Founded in 2019, the team focuses on Direct Marketing and Advertising.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Villanova, PA
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Innovus Digital is a social media marketing firm. Founded in 2019, the firm focuses on Social Media Marketing and Web Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Vineland, NJ
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Atlantic Media Company is a branding company. Launched in 2024, the firm provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Oak Island, NC
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Without Limits Marketing, LLC is a social media marketing firm. Founded in 2023, the company provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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SEO agency Addefine is in San Antonio, Texas and Negombo, Sri Lanka. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Edgewater, MD
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Headquartered in Maryland, Maryland and Edgewater, Maryland, Palm + Pine Marketing and Design is a small social media marketing company. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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Small social media marketing firm Nations Media Digital, is headquartered in Evesham, New Jersey. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Established in 2024, Pitchline is a small Las Vegas, Nevada-based social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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Trade Guild Consulting is a social media marketing agency. They offer Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and were founded in 2018.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Kissimmee, FL
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Social media marketing company zGreen, LLC offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They are in Kissimmee, Florida.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denton, TX
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Branding firm Click 2 Capital was founded in 2025. The team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Casper, WY
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Located in Casper, Wyoming, Netprix Solution is a social media marketing company. Launched in 2022, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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See all 1 projectsSecure Axis Management is a digital marketing agency helping businesses strengthen their online presence and achieve sustainable growth. We specialize in SEO, online Reputation Management, Social
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Ocala, FL
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Social media marketing firm AJSAmedia.com., LLC. Was established in 2023. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and is based in Ocala, Florida.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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Founded in 2023, Emorejays is a small social media marketing firm located in Miami, Florida. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Buffalo, NY
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Social media marketing agency OktaSpeed was established in 2022. The small team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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Bitlinks Tech USA, a social media marketing company, provide Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They were founded in 2018.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Oakland, CA
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BitnByte Digital is a web design company in Oakland, California. Established in 2020, the team specializes in Web Design and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Other Digital Marketing company Get Review Buzz was founded in 2026. The small team specializes in Other Digital Marketing and Advertising.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9San Jose, CA
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IStudios Media, a video production company, offers Video Production and Web Design. The agency is in San Jose, California and Phoenix, Arizona.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Columbia, SC
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Real Internet Sales is a SEO services firm. The Columbia, South Carolina-based company offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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Tribal Worldwide is a social media marketing agency. The firm is based in New York, New York and Vancouver, Canada. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Fairview, NJ
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American Designers Agency is a SEO services firm. Their midsize team of employees is based in Fairview, New Jersey. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Buffalo, NY
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OrbioSoft Technologies is a social media marketing company launched in 2016. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Dallas, TX
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Social media marketing agency Swift Web Apps was launched in 2018. The midsize team provides Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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VT PRISM, a social media marketing firm, is headquartered in Blacksburg, Virginia. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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AMG Digital Solution LLC is a Chicago, Illinois-based social media marketing firm. They provide Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and were founded in 2023.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Hammond, LA
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Brandcast Creative + Marketing is a graphic design agency based in Hammond, Louisiana. They offer Graphic Design and Public Relations and were established in 2013.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Jacksonville, NC
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Tidemark Creative is a web design agency. Established in 2008, their team provides Web Design and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Jacksonville Beach, FL
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In Jacksonville Beach, Florida, Ferocious Media is a SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Willits, CA
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Metropolis Digital is a small PPC company established in 2019. Their team offers Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Plano, TX
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CoderzHub is an application development firm. They were established in 2019, and their services include Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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Digital Strategy company Elegant Marketing offers Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click. They are headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Idea2Result is a small video production company. Founded in 2023, the team offers Video Production and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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See all 1 projectsSEO Solutions is an SEO agency specializing in comprehensive strategies, including web design, content posting, and keyword development. Reviews highlight a 100% success rate, with clients enjoying top search rankings and effective collaboration. While minor website details may be overlooked, clients appreciate the agency's consistent results and responsive service.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Gray, TN
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See all 2 projects1-FIND SERVICES is a web design, SEO, and digital marketing company renowned for its exceptional communication and project management skills. Clients praise Casey for his responsiveness and expertise, with 100% of reviews highlighting significant improvements in online presence and business growth. The firm is commended for delivering professional websites and effective SEO strategies that increase customer engagement and visibility on Google.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hrFreelancerVancouver, WA
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See all 7 projects5AM is a branding and design agency with a focus on industrial and technology-driven companies. They are consistently praised for their professionalism, creativity, and ability to meet deadlines, achieving a 100% satisfaction rate across reviews. Notably, 5AM excels in aligning with client visions, resulting in increased brand engagement and success in digital advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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People's Television, a video production company, was launched in 2010. The company focuses on Video Production and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MD
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Pearland, TX
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Northfield, IL
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woodmere, NY
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Washington, DC
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Pleasant Grove, UT
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Washington, DC
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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34.4/40.015.8/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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37.2/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Centennial, CO
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Marion, IL
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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36.2/40.018.6/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Sioux City, IA
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Staten Island, NY
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Reston, VA
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Spokane, WA
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New Gloucester, ME
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Fort Lauderdale, FL
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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34.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
100% Social Media Marketing35% Facebook Advertising
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