Top Influencer Recruiters in the United States
From creator hubs in Los Angeles and New York to fast-growing ecosystems in Austin, Miami, Atlanta, and Chicago, the United States is a global center for influencer marketing. U.S.-based influencer recruiters help brands source, vet, contract, and manage creators across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Twitch, and LinkedIn — aligning content with performance goals and FTC guidelines.
On Clutch, you can compare verified agencies by client reviews, industry expertise, budgets, platforms, and campaign outcomes. Each listing is backed by our rigorous vetting and interview process to give you confidence in shortlisting partners. Use filters to narrow by location, minimum rating, service focus, and team size, then review case studies and creator rosters to find the right fit. Explore these additional directories:
• Influencer Recruiters in Los Angeles
• Influencer Recruiters in New York City
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toms River, NJ
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Conduit Digital is a SEO services firm founded in 2017. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Conversion Optimization.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Duluth, GA
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See all 2 projectsYokimMarketing LLC is a marketing firm specializing in video production, website creation, branding, and advertising. The company is praised for its affordability, flexibility, and strong communication, with 100% positive feedback highlighting their personalized approach and effective team integration. Clients appreciate their ability to simplify complex advertising concepts, contributing to early sales success and organic growth.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Woodbridge Township, NJ
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See all 3 projectsBran & Pole specializes in web development, design, and maintenance services, often utilizing platforms like WordPress and tools such as Trello and Adobe XD. Reviews consistently highlight their professionalism, effective communication, and ability to deliver high-quality results within set timeframes. Clients appreciate the team's expertise, support, and commitment to long-term cooperation, noting significant improvements in website performance and client satisfaction.
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Triangle Direct Media is a social media marketing company located in Cary, North Carolina. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Surfside, FL
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Slayer Public Relations is a PR company established in 2023. Their services include Public Relations and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Orlando, FL
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See all 1 projectsPremium Book Publishers offers content and blog writing services, as well as book publishing and writing. The reviews highlight their professionalism, timely delivery, and effective communication. Clients appreciate their alignment with company values and budget. Suggestions for improvement include expanding their team to enhance efficiency.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Petersburg, FL
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See all 3 projectsMosaico Media is a digital marketing company specializing in social media management and online branding. They receive high praise for their client-focused approach, with 100% of reviewers noting their responsive communication and dedication to client satisfaction. Clients experience significant growth, with one noting a 100% increase in prospects.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Maplewood, MO
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Moosylvania, a social media marketing firm, offer Social Media Marketing and Web Design. They were launched in 2003.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Milwaukee, WI
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Tiddle.io is a social media marketing company. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing and are in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Milford Mill, MD
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BrandsIntellect is a Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2020, the company is in Milford Mill, Maryland and Karachi, Pakistan. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Webo Creators is a SEO agency. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and E-Commerce Development, and the firm is headquartered in New York, New York.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Cleveland, OH
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Blue Star Design is a social media marketing company. They are located in Cleveland, Ohio and have small team. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Beachwood, OH
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PrintDeed is a small Beachwood, Ohio-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Hollywood, FL
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Bullseye Strategy, a media planning and buying company, was established in 2009. The firm focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Mansfield, TX
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Oretu Agency, a social media marketing agency, provide Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy. They were established in 2021.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Located in Los Angeles, California, 360view is a PR agency. They focus on Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Flagstaff, AZ
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Mountain Mojo Group is a Marketing Strategy company. The small Flagstaff, Arizona-based team provides Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing. The firm was launched in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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Obviously, a social media marketing firm and Content Marketing company, is in New York, New York and Paris, France. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Killeen, TX
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Operate Creative, a social media marketing agency, was founded in 2022. The agency provides Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$25,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Morrisville, NC
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Carusele is a social media marketing agency. The Morrisville, North Carolina-based agency was established in 2015. Their services include Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Tacoma, WA
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Entrust Marketing, a small social media marketing firm, is based in Tacoma, Washington. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Social media marketing company Social Vision was launched in 2020. The small team offers Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Orlando, FL
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Based in Orlando, Florida and Toronto, Canada, Windnfire WEB 3.0 Agency is a branding company. They provide Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsAdvyn offers a comprehensive suite of services, including Social Media Marketing, SEO optimization, website redesign, and digital marketing campaigns. Their reviews consistently highlight their expertise, dedication, and strong project management skills, resulting in increased online engagement and conversions. Clients commend Advyn for their attention to detail and timely delivery, making them a highly recommended partner for online branding efforts.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Ombre Digital is a New York, New York-based social media marketing firm. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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See all 3 projectsWe are a team of dedicated tech enthusiasts who are focused on helping businesses to expand their reach through digital mediums. Our tailored digital solutions revolve around ways to effectively
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Pixly, a social media marketing firm, is in Los Angeles, California and San Francisco, California. They offer Social Media Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing and were launched in 2017.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Holly Springs, NC
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Power Move Marketing is a small Holly Springs, North Carolina-based social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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VFMSolution is a social media marketing firm. Their midsize team of employees is located in Canton, Michigan. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Fort Worth, TX
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Touchstone Communications is a phone answering service. The team is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas and Islamabad, Pakistan, and their services include Call Center Services and Transcription.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Orlando, FL
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See all 1 projectsAnthem Software is a company that offers services in search engine optimization, website hosting, and maintenance, along with social media marketing. However, feedback suggests dissatisfaction with their execution, with 100% of reviewers expressing disappointment in service quality and project management, highlighting issues with deliverables and ongoing charges for unsatisfactory work.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Clifton, NJ
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See all 2 projectsDesign Mate Pro provides web design and development services, specializing in creating and updating WordPress sites. Their reviews highlight a commitment to client satisfaction and effective communication, demonstrated by their delivery of a professional and easy-to-update website that significantly increased traffic and leads. Clients commend their design skills and their proactive approach to project management.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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Someoddpilot is a Chicago, Illinois-based branding company. The team focuses on Branding and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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SkyLift Marketing, a social media marketing agency, was launched in 2019. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Hoboken, NJ
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See all 1 projectsNYT Ghost Writing offers book writing and publishing services, demonstrating strong project management, timely delivery, and excellent communication skills. Reviews indicate high satisfaction, highlighting the company's attentiveness, responsiveness, and ability to guide clients through the ghostwriting and proofreading process effectively.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Raymore, MO
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See all 1 projectsBlue Door Marketing offers comprehensive services in Social Media Management and Digital Marketing, including website overhauls and online branding efforts. Reviews highlight the agency's commitment to collaboration, responsiveness, and delivering projects on time, resulting in increased social media engagement for clients. Their small business approach allows for direct communication with leadership, ensuring personalized service.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Decatur, GA
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Carver is an Advertising company. Established in 2019, their team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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Local SEO Buzz is a Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2018, the team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. The firm is in Houston, Texas.
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$100,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Boston, MA
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Connelly Partners is an Advertising company established in 1999. The midsize team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Elon, NC
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Diedrich RPM is a Digital Strategy company founded in 1994. The company provides Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Levittown, PA
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Red Door Marketing Co is a branding agency. Their small team of employees is in Levittown, Pennsylvania. Their team specializes in Branding and Email Marketing.
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Donnan Creative Strategy, a small social media marketing agency, is based in Sunnyvale, California. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Fort Lauderdale, FL
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O'Connell & Goldberg Public Relations is a Digital Strategy company launched in 1993. The firm offers Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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St Germain Creative is an Event Marketing company based in Miami, Florida. Launched in 2012, the team specializes in Event Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Trumbull, CT
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TechMark is a social media marketing company. Launched in 2018, the firm provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Salt Lake City, UT
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Finch is a social media marketing firm. They are located in Salt Lake City, Utah and Dublin, Ireland, and their services include Social Media Marketing and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Addison, TX
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Located in Addison, Texas, Social Strategy1 is a PPC agency. The team specializes in Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49West Hollywood, CA
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Established in 2022, Wheels Agency is a small social media marketing firm located in West Hollywood, California. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Affiliate Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Long Beach, CA
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Launched in 2019, Endslate, Inc. Is a small Performance Marketing company. Their team focuses on Performance Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Buffalo, NY
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See all 1 projectsSmarts Deal offers comprehensive technology solutions and consulting services tailored to enhance businesses' digital presence. The reviews highlight their exceptional ability to deliver visually captivating designs that align seamlessly with client objectives, alongside commendable project management and responsiveness. Clients appreciate their creativity and detail-oriented approach, although some suggest more proactive communication could further enhance collaboration.
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List of the Top 15 United States Influencer Marketing Recruiting Agencies
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chattanooga, TN
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Staten Island, NY
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Washington, DC
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Pearland, TX
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38.5/40.020/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Pleasant Grove, UT
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Iowa City, IA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Northfield, IL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Newport Beach, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Raleigh, NC
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Iowa City, IA
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49West Chester, PA
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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U.S. Influencer Recruiting FAQs
A U.S.-based agency offers direct access to dense creator markets and category specialists for beauty, fashion, CPG, tech, gaming, and B2B. They understand US compliance and brand safety and can navigate contracts, payment terms, and permits quickly.
Moreover, you’ll also benefit from established relationships with creators, managers, and platforms, plus performance know-how — from attribution and link routing to content licensing for paid amplification. If your audience is primarily U.S.-based or you need bilingual English–Spanish reach, a domestic partner can accelerate results.
Budgets vary because of factors like creator tier, scope, and management needs. According to Clutch, most U.S.-based influencer recruiting agencies charge:
- Monthly retainers for ongoing sourcing and management: $3,000 – $25,000+
- Fully managed campaigns: $20,000 – $250,000+
- Per-creator fees:
- Nano/Micro (1K–100K followers): $100 – $1,000+
- Mid-tier (100K–500K): $1,000 – $10,000+
- Macro (500K–1M): $10,000 – $100,000+
- Celebrity/Top creators: $100,000+ per activation
- Agency fees: often 10% – 30% of creator spend
- Paid amplification/whitelisting: plan 20%–50% of creator spend for media
Expect higher rates in LA/NYC and for regulated categories (finance, health). Make sure you request a quote for your project and review the cost breakdown meticulously before signing any contracts.
U.S.-based influencer recruiter agencies cover consumer and B2B verticals, often with regional strengths:
- Beauty, fashion, and lifestyle — LA and NYC creators excel in trend-forward content.
- CPG, food and beverage, and retail — Chicago and nationwide DTC hubs drive sampling and launches.
- Tech, SaaS, and B2B — SF Bay Area, Seattle, and NYC for LinkedIn and expert creators.
- Gaming and entertainment — LA, Seattle, and Austin for Twitch/YouTube talent.
- Health, wellness, and fitness — national networks with strict compliance and claims review.
- Travel, hospitality, and sports — Miami, Las Vegas, and major league markets for event-driven content.
Narrowing your options can be overwhelming, considering how many firms are out there. Use this quick checklist to help guide your search:
- Proven vertical fit – Case studies in your category, with clear ROI or lift.
- Sourcing depth – How do they vet fit, audience demographics, brand safety, and fraud (bot/engagement audits)?
- Contracts and rights – Transparent licensing, exclusivity, whitelisting, and usage windows.
- Measurement – UTM/affiliate setup, pixel strategy, post-level metrics, incrementality tests, and reporting cadence.
- Creator experience – Fair pay terms, clear briefs, and feedback loops — reduces fallout and improves quality.
- Cultural and language reach – DEI-aware casting and bilingual (English–Spanish) capabilities for US audiences.
Shortlist 3–5 agencies on Clutch, compare reviews and deliverables, and align on KPIs before kickoff.
- “Guaranteed virality” or inflated projections without benchmarks
- No fraud or audience quality checks; unwilling to share creator metrics pre-contract
- Vague licensing and usage terms; missing whitelisting/paid media plan
- Vanity metrics only (views/EMV) without conversion, CAC, or lift analysis
- Poor creator management: late payments, unclear briefs, or high churn mid-campaign
- One-size-fits-all pricing; no differentiation by platform, format, or deliverable
- Weak FTC/COPPA guidance or no brand-safety/keyword exclusion process
Working with an untrustworthy and unfit team can lead to unnecessary headaches like wasted budget, poor communication, and even legal risk. Make sure you explore and carefully assess your options.