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:
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AAEIMAA Digital is a web design company. They are based in Houston, Texas and have small team. They focus on Web Design and Web Development.
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Headquartered in دبي, United Arab Emirates and Roswell, Georgia, Magnus Communications is a branding firm. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Menands, NY
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See all 7 projectsMeasurable SEO is an SEO agency known for its comprehensive and strategic approach to improving search engine performance. Across various reviews, 100% of clients praise their expertise and responsiveness, emphasizing their ability to significantly increase website traffic and rankings. Many reviewers highlight the agency's strong communication skills and ethical practices, noting that 90% mention their satisfaction with both project management and results.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Jersey City, NJ
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Founded in 2018, 5C Virtual Assistance Services is a Back Office Outsourcing company. The agency offers Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing, and is midsize.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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ZF Media Production is a video production company. Launched in 2025, the company provides Video Production and Corporate Photography.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Mishawaka, IN
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See all 1 projectsPathfinders Advertising is a strategic marketing consultancy known for its expertise in developing comprehensive marketing strategies. Based on client reviews, 100% of feedback highlights their responsiveness, timely delivery, and impactful results, with a 500% increase in inbound leads and a fourfold marketing-generated pipeline since 2021. Clients appreciate their cultural fit and high-quality deliverables, though some initially found service costs substantial.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Englewood, CO
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IMAGINE Agency is a branding agency headquartered in Englewood, Colorado. The team focuses on Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Missoula, MT
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See all 1 projectsDigital Marketing Agency specializing in social media marketing, social media management, search engine optimization and digital marketing services in Missoula & beyond.Our team crafts
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Lawrenceville, GA
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Vigital Inc is an Advertising company. The team is based in Lawrenceville, Georgia, and their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Dallas, TX
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Known Social is a Marketing Strategy company. Founded in 2015, the agency focuses on Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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See all 3 projectsGroLive Apps is a digital marketing firm specializing in Social Media Marketing and Social Media Strategy. They have received positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their professionalism and effective project management. One client reported a 300% increase in clients, emphasizing their impactful services in online branding and customer outreach.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Buffalo, NY
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OnPoint Management Group is a small Sales Outsourcing company. Launched in 2018, the team offers Sales Outsourcing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Miami, FL
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Brand marketing mavens , a branding agency, is headquartered in Miami, Florida and Pimpri-Chinchwad, India. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Ballwin, MO
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Big Picture Media Group, an Advertising company, focuses on Advertising and Branding. The company is based in Ballwin, Missouri.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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EssenceandRemedy LLC is an Atlanta, Georgia-based Advertising company. They specialize in Advertising and Branding and were founded in 2023.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Casper, WY
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SCOUTED MEDIA is a small Mobile & App Marketing company in Casper, Wyoming. The team focuses on Mobile & App Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Strongsville, OH
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See all 2 projectsBull Media is a digital marketing agency specializing in Social Media Marketing and Social Media Advertising. They effectively managed paid social media and search campaigns, significantly increasing Happy Cabbage Analytics' pipeline contract value by 950% and exceeding revenue targets. Clients commend their project management skills, with seamless communication and efficient campaign updates, though creative consultation was initially limited but has since been expanded.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Carrollton, TX
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Art Of Strategy Consulting is a branding company headquartered in Carrollton, Texas. They focus on Branding and Social Media Marketing and were launched in 2020.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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Whiskey River Media, LLC is a Fractional CMO Services company. They were launched in 2015, and their services include Fractional CMO Services and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Fort Lee, NJ
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Digital Strategy company Vertical Guru is in Fort Lee, New Jersey. Founded in 2014, the team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249St. Petersburg, FL
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Web Building Corp is a social media marketing company. Established in 2018, the company is in St. Petersburg, Florida. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Houston, TX
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Web Developers LLC is an Advertising company. The Houston, Texas-based company provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Bedford, TX
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TechGrow, a SEO company, is in Bedford, Texas. Founded in 2011, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Santa Clara, CA
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Pathloft is a SEO agency. Located in Santa Clara, California, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Long Valley, NJ
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See all 3 projectsStellar Webdev is a professional web development company, though specific details on client feedback are unavailable in the provided reviews. Their reputation should be assessed through alternative methods or additional sources beyond these incomplete references.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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EVRR Digital is a branding agency launched in 2015. The firm provides Branding and Social Media Marketing, and is midsize.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Tysons, VA
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Social media marketing firm Hypermmedia was established in 2016. The agency offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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See all 3 projectsKSI Digital Marketing is a proficient agency specializing in Social Media Marketing and Digital Branding. With a strong focus on creative and strategic social media campaigns, they have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, impressing 100% of clients with their innovation, professionalism, and excellent project management. Clients have noted significant improvements in social media engagement and follower growth due to KSI's efforts.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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See all 2 projectsExltra is a digital marketing agency specializing in Social Media Marketing and web design. They are praised for their responsiveness and innovative approach, yielding significant results like a 10K social media growth and 1 million reach. Their competitive pricing and alignment with client values are frequently highlighted, with 100% of reviewers noting satisfaction with their services.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Plano, TX
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See all 5 projectsHouse of Growth is a digital marketing company specializing in social media strategy and campaigns, noted for its exceptional lead generation and data-driven approach. The reviews highlight its effective collaboration and adaptability, with 100% positive feedback on their responsiveness and campaign success. Their strategy development and performance reporting have significantly improved client engagement and lead quality.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49South Orange, NJ
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LeapEngine is a social media marketing firm launched in 2023. The small team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Portland, OR
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See all 2 projectsMake Search Work is an SEO and Internet marketing company, known for its expertise in revitalizing online visibility and web traffic through strategic SEO, email marketing, and Google Shopping campaigns. Reviews indicate a strong positive feedback, with 100% of clients reporting significant improvements in web traffic and sales. Notably, one client experienced an increase from page 14 to page one on Google search, and a leap from less than $100,000 to $6 million in annual revenue.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Newtown, CT
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See all 5 projectsResonetrics is a web development company specializing in creating customized Drupal solutions for diverse clients, including nonprofits, corporations, and service organizations. Based on reviews, 100% of clients praised their creativity, reliability, and user-friendly designs. Clients consistently noted their exceptional collaboration, with many emphasizing Resonetrics' ability to effectively tailor solutions to unique business needs and to address challenges promptly.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Keller, TX
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IM Web Pros is a social media marketing company. Founded in 2015, the agency provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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101Media, a Marketing Strategy company, focuses on Marketing Strategy and Event Marketing. The firm is in Dallas, Texas.
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Blue Whale Publishers is a Content Writing Services company. They were founded in 2023 and focus on Content Writing Services and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Arlington, TX
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Vmarket360, a Digital Strategy company, focuses on Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization. The firm is in Arlington, Texas.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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33 USA Inc. Is an Advertising company. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, their small team specializes in Advertising and Branding. The company was established in 2023.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Houston, TX
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Gain Patients is a Marketing Strategy company. Located in Houston, Texas, the team provides Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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16o9 Digital Marketing Company is a SEO services firm. The Austin, Texas-based company focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Woodbridge, VA
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Founded in 2023, Peaktive is a small PR firm headquartered in Woodbridge, Virginia. Their team offers Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Hillside, NJ
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See all 2 projectsBusiness Digitaly offers digital media services, including Facebook advertising and search engine optimization (SEO). The reviews highlight their professionalism, punctuality, and strong customer support. Clients commend Business Digitaly for delivering on time, aligning with company values, and improving online presence, while also suggesting improvements in providing more frequent project updates.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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Layup, an Other Digital Marketing company, was established in 2014. The firm specializes in Other Digital Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Pasadena, CA
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Founded in 2020, Pasadena SEO Company - Digital Marketing Solutions is a SEO agency. The company provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Catlettsburg, KY
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Based in Catlettsburg, Kentucky, Full Circle Digital Marketing LLC is a SEO agency. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Grand Rapids, MI
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Founded in 2019, Valo Media is a video production agency. Their team provides Video Production and Advertising.
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W.I.N. Marketing is a public relations company founded in 2019. Located in Miami, Florida, the team focuses on Public Relations and Event Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Albuquerque, NM
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See all 4 projectsRank Visibly is a results-driven digital marketing agency helping businesses grow through SEO, content marketing, PPC advertising, social media marketing, and web development. We combine data-driven
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Covington, KY
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6Fi is a video production company. Established in 2022, the firm is in Covington, Kentucky. Their services include Video Production and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Beacon, NY
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Breukelen Strategies, a Marketing Strategy company, was founded in 2021. The team offers Marketing Strategy and Event Marketing and is headquartered in Beacon, New York and Brooklyn, New York.
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List of the Top 15 United States Influencer Marketing Recruiting Agencies
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chattanooga, TN
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Washington, DC
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Iowa City, IA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Iowa City, IA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Pleasant Grove, UT
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Northfield, IL
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woodmere, NY
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Pearland, TX
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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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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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Newport Beach, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Reston, VA
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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.