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+$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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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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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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Rewokers Advertising LLC is a web design company. Established in 2021, the company is located in Brick Township, New Jersey. Their team focuses on Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerFort Collins, CO
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DGC Digital, a social media marketing company, is located in Fort Collins, Colorado. Launched in 2022, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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SEO services firm Arnos Digital was launched in 2024. The company offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jonesboro, AR
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Simple Spark, an Advertising company, was launched in 2016. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding and is in Jonesboro, Arkansas.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Manassas, VA
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Reef Digital is a Digital Strategy company. They are based in Manassas, Virginia and have small team. They focus on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Louisville, KY
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AI Consulting company Webiske is in Louisville, Kentucky. Established in 2020, the team offers AI Consulting and AI Agents.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Lawrenceville, GA
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See all 1 projectsDintellects Solutions Private Limited is a digital marketing agency specializing in SEO and PPC services. They are highly praised for their exceptional project management, attention to detail, and effective communication, with 100% of the feedback highlighting their ability to increase organic and paid traffic significantly. The company consistently exceeds expectations with no areas for improvement noted.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerWoodbridge Township, NJ
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Miravic Studios is a print design agency launched in 2018. The firm specializes in Print Design and Web Design.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hrFreelancerSalt Lake City, UT
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SLC Marketing & Advertising is a social media marketing firm launched in 2020. The small team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerRoseburg, OR
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Dynamyte Digital Lab is a Roseburg, Oregon-based web design agency. Their services include Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerWest Bend, WI
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CR Marketing Agency is a small West Bend, Wisconsin-based Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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OmniSpark is a social media marketing company. The Los Angeles, California-based agency was established in 2022. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Affiliate Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Justin, TX
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BRANDED Digital Marketing Co. Is an Advertising company. Established in 2022, the agency specializes in Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Assistants Company, a Back Office Outsourcing company, was launched in 2013. The agency provides Back Office Outsourcing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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StylePress Agency is a PR company. The Rio de Janeiro, Brazil-based company was established in 2016. Their services include Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerDewey-Humboldt, AZ
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Reliant Relations is a web design company. They are headquartered in Dewey-Humboldt, Arizona and have small team of experts. Their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249new york, NY
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Design bub is a digital marketing agency specializing in Social Media Marketing and Social Media Management. Their reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with clients praising their timely communication and effective strategies. Approximately 100% of reviewers noted increased engagement and followers, highlighting their capability in managing online branding and social media campaigns.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Wilmington, DE
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E-commerce development firm Softsaro was founded in 2019. The team offers E-Commerce Development and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerLake Jackson, TX
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Media Public Relations is a PR company. Their team is located in Lake Jackson, Texas and focuses on Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9North Port, FL
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Social Sage Media is a Digital Strategy company launched in 2023. The firm specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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Established in 2014, Rebel Design Solution, a small SEO company, is in Irvine, California. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Sheridan, WY
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EverestX is a small pay per click company founded in 2022. Their team specializes in Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Casas Media, LLC is a Video Marketing company. The Atlanta, Georgia-based company was established in 2022. Their team focuses on Video Marketing and Content Marketing.
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PR firm EvolveMKD was established in 2014. The small team offers Public Relations and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Oklahoma City, OK
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Branding company JTek Resources, LC is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The team offers Branding and Public Relations.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Wilmington, DE
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Social media marketing agency Growbyshare Influencer Marketing Agency was launched in 2021. The agency specializes in Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Laguna Beach, CA
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See all 3 projectsVera Solutions provides account management and graphic design services, demonstrating efficiency and professionalism in delivering projects on time. The reviews highlight client satisfaction with their cooperative nature, budget-friendly pricing, and alignment with company values. Clients appreciate their prompt response and adherence to commitments, indicating a reliable and effective partnership.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Forney, TX
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In Forney, Texas, 354 Digital, LLC. Is a small Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Direct Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Austin, TX
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Social media marketing firm Insync Networking is in Austin, Texas. Founded in 2018, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerMemphis, TN
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Lightroom Media LLC is a branding agency. They were founded in 2019, and their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerTaylor Mill, KY
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Ambition Business Solutions, a SEO company, was launched in 2019. They provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerAffton, MO
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Saves the Day, LLC, a small branding agency, is in Affton, Missouri. The team specializes in Branding and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerCranford, NJ
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Interstellar Media is a small Digital Strategy company established in 2022. Their services include Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Richmond, VA
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Advertising company Ace Strategies was launched in 2024. The small team offers Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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Social media marketing firm Digital Innovation Group was launched in 2005. The agency focuses on Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+UndisclosedFreelancerSan Francisco, CA
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Seeqer is a San Francisco, California-based Content Marketing company. Founded in 2023, the team specializes in Content Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Stony Brook, NY
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Volca is a branding company. They are based in Stony Brook, New York and have small team. They provide Branding and Advertising.
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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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Pearland, TX
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38.3/40.020/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Washington, DC
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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35.8/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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$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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33.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Iowa City, IA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woodmere, NY
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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33.7/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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$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+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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34.9/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.2/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Staten Island, NY
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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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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33.5/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Iowa City, IA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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32.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 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.