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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Social media marketing agency Tier 11 specializes in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click. They were founded in 2008.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Casper, WY
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See all 1 projectsBécanvas Creative Agency offers a range of digital marketing services, including social media marketing, SEO optimization, and online branding. Their reviews highlight a strong emphasis on strategic, data-driven approaches to enhance online presence and achieve success. Clients praise their systematic project management and impressive organization, leading to increased social media engagement and improved conversion rates.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Nashville, TN
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See all 6 projectsRender Results is a web development company specializing in creating professional websites with enhanced functionality and aesthetic appeal. Across reviews, 100% of clients commend their promptness, efficiency, and affordable rates. Notable strengths include advanced technology use and exceptional customer service, with 40% specifically highlighting their project management skills and responsiveness. Additionally, clients appreciate their ability to deliver projects on time and on budget.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9North Bethesda, MD
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Social media marketing firm SWCreatives is in North Bethesda, Maryland. They provide Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Established in 2012, Huble Digital is a Marketing Strategy company. The midsize team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Redondo Beach, CA
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Art of Next is a Digital Strategy company. Their small team is in Taipei, Taiwan and Redondo Beach, California and offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. The company was launched in
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Neil Patel Digital India, a small SEO company, is in Bengaluru, India and San Diego, California. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Windsor, CA
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Small social media marketing company Mysty Stewart Communications, is based in Windsor, California. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Pleasanton, CA
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Purple Cow Agency, a social media marketing firm, is located in Pleasanton, California and Cebu City, Philippines. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Frederick, MD
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Founded in 2016, Wellspring Digital is a Market Research company. The team provides Market Research and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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In Tampa, Florida and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Enginecy is a small web design agency. The team focuses on Web Design and Web Development.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Downey, CA
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Midsize Advertising company Float Media House, is in Downey, California. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Secaucus, NJ
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DSIT Solutions is a Vadodara, India-based website development company. Their services include Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Madison, AL
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Based in Madison, Alabama, 3 Paths Marketing is a social media marketing firm. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and were launched in 2021.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Savannah, GA
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Fiction Films GmbH, a video production agency, was established in 2002. The firm focuses on Video Production and Broadcast Video.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Washington, DC
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Pixelrasa is a branding company. The team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing and is based in Parramatta, Australia and Washington, District of Columbia.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Sudbury, MA
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See all 1 projectsRed Javelin Communications, Inc. - Out of Business was a messaging and branding company that provided comprehensive brand and messaging strategies, including full web copy. Reviewers highlight their exceptional process blending creativity with strategic insight, with 100% positive feedback emphasizing their effectiveness and understanding of client needs. No areas for improvement were noted.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Miami Beach, FL
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Latin Made is a social media marketing firm. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing and were launched in 2021. The agency is in Miami Beach, Florida.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Portland, OR
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Portland SEO Consultant is a SEO agency. Their team is headquartered in Portland, Oregon. The agency provides Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Honolulu, HI
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TAMKO X is a social media marketing agency. They provide Social Media Marketing and Translation and were founded in 2023.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Seo Shop NYC is a pay per click company. They are located in New York, New York. Their team specializes in Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
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Social Media Brand Increase is a Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey-based branding firm. Their services include Branding and Event Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Founded in 2023, Brand New Flix LLC is an Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Branding and is in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Lincoln, CA
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Video Marketing Vault is a social media marketing company. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing, and the firm is based in Lincoln, California.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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The Coronation Group is a social media marketing firm. The team is in Brooklyn, New York, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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Wired Wisdom Media is a midsize Ecommerce Marketing company. Founded in 2022, the team focuses on Ecommerce Marketing and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Secaucus, NJ
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Open Sales LLC is a SEO agency. They were established in 2023 and provide Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49San Mateo, CA
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See all 3 projectsDigicorns Technologies is a web development company that excels in enhancing online presence and creating tailored website solutions, as evidenced by their successful projects, including SEO and design work. Reviews indicate a high level of client satisfaction, with 100% positive feedback highlighting their attentiveness, promptness, and understanding of client needs, with no significant areas for improvement mentioned.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Sheridan, WY
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See all 2 projectsOKAD Agency is a creative studio helping B2B and B2C brands stand out, communicate clearly, and stay memorable. We specialize in web design, branding, content creation, and lead generation, blending
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Great Neck Plaza, NY
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Liveblack is an UX design company. The team specializes in UX/UI Design and Search Engine Optimization and is located in Ahmedabad, India and Great Neck Plaza, New York.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Weston, CT
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Shared Audiences is a PPC agency. The team is located in Weston, Connecticut, and their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Madison, WI
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Small social media marketing firm Shelley's Social Media, LLC, is in Madison, Wisconsin. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerLas Vegas, NV
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Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, Manzanita Marketing is a SEO agency. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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Vicinia Digital is a SEO services firm. Established in 2023, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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Launched in 2022, Lucius King | Digital Marketing & Business Consulting is a SEO services firm. The small team provides Search Engine Optimization and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Louisville, KY
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Webiske, an AI Consulting company, was established in 2020. The team provides AI Consulting and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Pittsburgh, PA
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AEK Solutions, a social media marketing company, was launched in 2020. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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SEO company Scottsdale SEO Company is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2005.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Northumberland, PA
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Established in 2013, Mediastead is a web design agency. The firm offers Web Design and IT managed services.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Sheridan, WY
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5Scape Studio LLC is a Sheridan, Wyoming-based social media marketing agency. They provide Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and were founded in 2022.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hrFreelancerHope, MI
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Established in 2019, Alison Clare Philanthropy is a Business Consulting company. The team provides Business Consulting and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Akron, PA
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Vitality Media Co. Is a Content Marketing company. They are headquartered in Akron, Pennsylvania, and their services include Content Marketing and Content Writing Services.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Palm Coast, FL
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Shamrock Marketing Solutions is a SEO agency. Their small team is headquartered in Palm Coast, Florida. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Charleston, SC
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See all 1 projectsCharleston Digital Marketing, LLC specializes in website development, logo design, copy production, SEO optimization, and backend analytics. Clients consistently praise the firm for its professional and timely service, high-quality deliverables, and alignment with customer values and budget. The company is noted for delivering projects ahead of schedule without compromising quality.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Dallas, TX
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Hidrogo Creative is a Digital Strategy company. The company is in Dallas, Texas. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Coral Springs, FL
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Absolute Marketing, a social media marketing company, was launched in 2012. They focuses on Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Morton, IL
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Digixcite is a social media marketing firm. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design and were founded in 2022.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerAlexandria, VA
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Social media marketing company Access Social was launched in 2022. The small team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Vancouver, WA
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Link HER In, LLC is a small social media marketing company. Founded in 2005, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Brick Township, NJ
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Launched in 2020, Rewokers Advertising is a small web design agency. Their team offers Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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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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36.2/40.019.8/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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37.8/40.019/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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35.1/40.017.4/20 Reviews8.2/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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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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37.3/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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.