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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 38 projectsCodedesign is a versatile digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, SEA, and website optimization. Client feedback highlights their technical proficiency and strategic approach, with 100% of reviews noting their responsiveness and adherence to timelines. Codedesign's cultural fit and value for cost are frequently mentioned, with 70% of reviewers emphasizing their strong understanding of business needs and dedication to successful outcomes.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 108 projectsThrive Internet Marketing Agency, a comprehensive digital marketing firm specializing in SEO, Google Ads, social media management, and web development, is consistently praised for its responsive communication and professional project management. Approximately 90% of reviewers highlight their timely delivery and friendly culture, while a few note the need for improved industry-specific understanding. Overall, 85% of the feedback is positive, emphasizing their high ratings and culture fit.
$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 365 projectsDisruptive Advertising is a full-service digital marketing agency specializing in PPC, SEO, and overall digital strategy. Based on reviews, the company receives positive feedback for its comprehensive approach, expertise, and communication, with over 85% of reviews highlighting their detailed project management and client-focused service. Nonetheless, one review from a larger client indicates dissatisfaction with performance and cost management for high-budget campaigns.
$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 147 projectsIntero Digital is a digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, digital PR, content marketing, and web design. Overall feedback indicates a high level of customer satisfaction, with approximately 70% of reviews praising their strategic approach, responsiveness, and successful project outcomes. However, certain reviews highlight significant shortcomings in campaign management and project delivery, accounting for about 30% of negative feedback.
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Sopexa USA, a small branding company, is located in New York, New York. Their services include Branding and Market Research.
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Launched in 2015, Hero Collective is an Advertising company. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 12 projectsScaledOn is an agency specializing in Amazon account management, PPC management, listing optimization, and digital marketing. Across their reviews, 100% of clients commend their responsiveness, expertise, and data-driven strategies, with significant improvements in sales and ROI. Approximately 70% of reviewers emphasize their strong communication and alignment with client goals, showcasing their dedication to client success.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is a digital marketing agency specializing in omnichannel digital and traditional media services, including social media advertising, SEO, and out-of-home marketing. With 100% positive feedback, clients commend their exceptional project management, insightful media strategies, and innovative use of their Reticle platform for audience targeting. Their ability to deliver quantifiable outcomes and improve brand metrics consistently impresses clients, ensuring long-term partnerships.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 39 projectsCoozmoo Digital. Solutions. Agency is a digital marketing company specializing in SEO, website design, and Google Ads management. The firm is praised for its professionalism, responsiveness, and strategic approach, with 100% of reviewers noting their organized project management and tailored strategies. Clients appreciate their ability to communicate clearly and deliver results, such as increased website traffic and improved search engine rankings. Some suggest enhancing AI usage for faster outcomes.
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The Marshad Technology Group is an Advertising company. The New York, New York-based company was founded in 1983. Their team offers Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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Web design company Pixel Design was launched in 2010. The team specializes in Web Design and Mobile App Development.
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Sportstars, Inc., a Sports Marketing company, was launched in 1988. They offers Sports Marketing and Public Relations.
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Digitalent is an Advertising company. The small New York, New York-based team offers Advertising and Staffing. The firm was launched in 2011.
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Staffing company Prose offers Staffing and Fractional CMO Services. They were founded in 2012.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Valley Stream, NY
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Care Reimbursement is a Financial Consulting company. They offer Financial Consulting and Business Consulting and are headquartered in Valley Stream, New York.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Founded in 2020, Codelps Inc. Is a mobile app development firm. The team provides Mobile App Development and Artificial Intelligence.
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Yellow pebble is a Marketing Strategy company established in 2020. The firm offers Marketing Strategy and Account-Based Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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DernTech is an AI development company founded in 2024. The firm specializes in Artificial Intelligence and Web Development.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Totowa, NJ
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Ecommerce Marketing company Apex Softeck is in Totowa, New Jersey. The team specializes in Ecommerce Marketing and Video Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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E-commerce development firm E-Commerce Sage was founded in 2022. In New York, New York, the team offers E-Commerce Development and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Old Bridge, NJ
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Creative App Developerz is an Advertising company. Located in Old Bridge, New Jersey and Karachi, Pakistan, the company offers Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Freehold, NJ
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See all 3 projectsDo Good Design Co. is a comprehensive design and branding company specializing in brand strategy, web design, and digital marketing solutions. Their reviews highlight their professionalism, effective communication, and commitment to understanding client needs, with 100% of clients reporting satisfaction with their services. Notably, clients appreciate their ability to integrate business consulting into the design process.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Edison, NJ
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Social media marketing firm Red Feather Solutions LLC was founded in 2022. The company offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerFarmingdale, NY
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See all 4 projectsMP Creative Solutions is a graphic design and content creation agency specializing in Amazon A+ content, product listing images, and email marketing design. The company consistently receives positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their impressive quality of work and effective project management. Clients frequently commend their attention to detail and their ability to exceed expectations, resulting in significant improvements in sales and engagement.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
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Fortune600 is a social media marketing firm. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is headquartered in Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Stamford, CT
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See all 3 projectsiGlobalizer is an SEO and SMO consulting company known for their prompt communication and expertise in organic growth strategies. They have successfully increased organic growth by 30% in under two months, as reported by clients. Reviewers consistently praise their punctuality and dedication, with no negative feedback noted in the reviews provided.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Brooklyn, NY
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Forever Beta is an Advertising company. Their midsize team is headquartered in London, England and Brooklyn, New York. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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Founded in 2019, Rubicom Digital is a SEO agency. Headquartered in Hoboken, New Jersey, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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Upwords is a Conversion Optimization company. Founded in 1999, the company is located in New York, New York. Their services include Conversion Optimization and Search Engine Optimization.
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Web Design at NY is a branding agency. The team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing, and the firm is headquartered in Flushing, New York.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBrooklyn, NY
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Brandlove, inc. Is a branding company launched in 2016. Their team offers Branding and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFort Lee, NJ
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Established in 2021, Solar Dynamite LLC is a branding agency. Based in Fort Lee, New Jersey, the team provides Branding and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerNew York, NY
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Branding agency SEO Antares Inc is based in New York, New York. Their services include Branding and Content Marketing.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerBrooklyn, NY
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Wally Marketing Strategy, a Marketing Strategy company, was established in 2025. They focuses on Marketing Strategy and Content Marketing.
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$50,000+$300+ / hrFreelancerNew York, NY
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SEO agency Cost City was established in 2024. The firm focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Baldwin, NY
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Eatontown, NJ
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See all 2 projectsAmazonXperts is a multifaceted e-commerce services company specializing in PPC management, SEO, customer service, and page optimization. Reviews indicate mixed feedback: one client experienced a 400% increase in sales, while another reported dismal project failures. Approximately 50% of reviews highlight their integrity and dedication to optimizing client results.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Stamford, CT
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See all 3 projectsTaylor Design is a full-service design company specializing in website design, development, and promotional material creation. Reviews highlight their professionalism, creativity, and excellent project management, with 100% of reviewers praising their collaborative approach and responsiveness. Clients commend their ability to deliver user-friendly, visually appealing designs that effectively meet project needs. Additionally, their pricing is noted as competitive, and they maintain strong, long-term client relationships.
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Jericho, NY
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Velocity Sellers Inc is a Jericho, New York-based Advertising company. They provide Advertising and Market Research and were founded in 2015.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Somerville, NJ
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See all 2 projectsThree Summers Creative is a full-service agency specializing in rebranding, social media campaigns, and video production. Reviews highlight their impressive video production and effective social media strategies, with 100% positive feedback on increasing brand awareness and engagement. Clients commend their seamless communication and flexibility, noting significant growth in social media followers and donations after partnering with them.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLong Beach, NY
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Launched in 2016, Island Digital Marketing, LLC is a pay per click company. Their services include Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Warren, NJ
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Chartis Interactive is a small Digital Strategy company based in Warren, New Jersey. Their services include Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Morristown, NJ
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Founded in 2009, Clearport, INC is a branding agency. The agency specializes in Branding and Content Marketing.
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In Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey, VirajaPro is a small social media marketing firm. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
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Jersey Girls Marketing is a Content Marketing company. They were launched in 2017 and specialize in Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Edison, NJ
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Zupees - Partnership Marketing Agency is an Email Marketing company. Their small team of employees is headquartered in Edison, New Jersey. Their team offers Email Marketing and Affiliate Marketing.
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Based in Edison, New Jersey, Creative Media Technology is a small SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Old Bridge, NJ
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Howzit , a pay per click company, was established in 2023. The agency focuses on Pay Per Click and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Wayne, NJ
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See all 1 projectsCrestify Studio LLC specializes in designing and producing high-quality e-commerce packaging, offering a seamless unboxing experience. The reviews highlight their excellent project management, effective communication, and impressive design capabilities, making them a valuable partner for packaging needs. Clients appreciate their expertise and the good value they provide, though some note that project timelines are reasonable given the complexity involved.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Staten Island, NY
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NYC Web Design is a small web design company. Launched in 2006, the team specializes in Web Design and Web Development.
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CREATIVEBLOCH is an Advertising company. Based in Brooklyn, New York, their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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Smoked Out Digital is a New York City, New York-based Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Parclane is a Las Vegas, Nevada-based Business Consulting company. Founded in 2020, the team offers Business Consulting and Email Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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White Media is a web design agency. Based in New York, New York, their small team focuses on Web Design and Web Development. The company was launched in 2006.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Launched in 2014, Enormous Creative is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Video production company Auritt Communications Group, Inc. Specializes in Video Production and Social Media Marketing. They were founded in 1992.
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Gotham PR is a public relations company. They are headquartered in New York, New York and have small team. They specialize in Public Relations and Digital Strategy.
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Top Digital Marketing Agencies in New York
Local agencies live and breathe the city’s trends. Think Fashion Week buzz or holiday shopping on Fifth Avenue. By working with an NYC-based team you gain:
- Immediate access to local media, influencer, and event networks
- On-site collaboration for faster creative iterations
- Insight into regional search habits (e.g., borough-specific queries)
- Familiarity with compliance rules affecting finance, healthcare, and other heavily regulated New York industries For companies targeting national or global markets, NYC agencies often have multilingual talent and connections that extend far beyond the city.
Budgets vary widely:
- Hourly rates: $150–$300 for senior-level strategists
- Monthly retainers: $5,000–$25,000, depending on scope and channel mix
- Project work (e.g., website launch or campaign sprint): $15,000–$100,000+ Large agencies along Madison Avenue usually command the higher end; boutique shops in Brooklyn or Queens may offer leaner pricing without sacrificing creativity.
Thanks to the city’s diverse economy, agencies often specialize in:
- Finance & fintech
- Fashion and beauty
- Hospitality, restaurants, and tourism
- Healthtech and biotech
- Real estate and proptech
- Arts, entertainment, and nonprofits
Many firms also have dedicated teams for SaaS startups clustered around “Silicon Alley.”
Follow these guidelines to help with your process:
- Define objectives—brand awareness, lead generation, e-commerce sales, etc.
- Shortlist agencies with case studies in your vertical.
- Review Clutch ratings for strategy, quality, and timelines.
- Ask about channel expertise (SEO vs. paid media) and in-house vs. outsourced talent.
- Request KPIs and reporting cadence that match your decision cycles.
Pro tip: Schedule an in-person or virtual workshop to gauge culture fit; collaboration style can be a decisive factor in NYC’s fast-paced market.
Look out for companies that showcase any of these red flags:
- Guaranteed rankings or viral promises (no one controls algorithms).
- Opaque pricing or heavily bundled “black-box” services.
- Minimal local references despite claiming NYC expertise.
- High staff turnover—ask who will actually work on your account.
- One-size-fits-all strategies; successful NYC campaigns require neighborhood-level nuance.