Top Media Buying Agencies in San Diego
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Serves San Diego, CAServices provided
See all 23 projectsAnderson Collaborative™ is a full-service media planning and buying firm specializing in advertising strategy, ad purchasing, and media audience segmentation. Clients consistently praise their effective communication, strategic expertise, and impressive results, including a 10-fold return on ad spend (ROAS). Notably, 100% of reviewers highlight their responsiveness and problem-solving skills, ensuring seamless project management and goal achievement.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves San Diego, CAServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is a prominent media planner firm specializing in media planning and buying services. The company receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from clients, with over 90% of reviews highlighting their exceptional customer service, expertise, and ability to enhance ROI and campaign performance. Clients commend their strategic advertising planning and responsiveness to unique business needs.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Serves San Diego, CAServices provided
See all 18 projectsEXL Media is a media planning and buying firm specializing in advertising strategy, media audience segmentation, and ad service purchasing. The company has garnered positive feedback for its strategic thinking, professionalism, and seamless project management, with 100% of reviewers praising these attributes. Their expertise in media buying and audience segmentation has helped clients achieve significant growth, such as a 311% increase in website sessions.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999San Diego, CA
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See all 1 projectsTinuiti is a digital marketing agency specializing in return on ad spend (ROAS) optimization, conversion rate enhancement, and comprehensive digital advertising strategies. The company receives positive feedback for significantly improving ROAS and conversion rates, with clients noting a substantial increase in site conversion rate by 22%. Reviewers appreciate their responsive project management and innovative approach, but suggest improvements in cross-device conversions and shifting to profitability metrics.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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See all 28 projectsATTN Agency is a media planning and buying firm specializing in digital advertising strategies, including campaign management and audience segmentation. With a 100% positive feedback rate, clients commend their responsiveness, alignment with company values, and expertise in boosting ROAS and brand engagement across various platforms, such as Facebook, Instagram, and CTV.
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$50,000+Undisclosed250 - 999San Diego, CA
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See all 3 projects3Q/DEPT is a digital marketing agency specializing in subscriber acquisition, paid search, and search engine marketing. The company has consistently received positive feedback, with over 90% of clients praising their project management skills and ability to exceed performance goals. A recurring theme in reviews, mentioned by over 70% of clients, is their expertise in optimizing digital advertising strategies and fostering strong partnerships.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Diego, CA
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See all 1 projectsMering is a brand development company specializing in creating and differentiating brands through strategic marketing and research. The reviews indicate a 100% positive perception, highlighting their expertise in brand strategy and audience understanding. Clients appreciate their strong communication and project management skills, with no areas for improvement mentioned.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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See all 1 projectsiDerive is a marketing and analytics firm specializing in developing custom dashboards, managing advertising campaigns, and providing creative solutions to enhance brand visibility and engagement. The company consistently receives positive feedback, with approximately 100% of reviewers praising their efficiency, swift communication, and professionalism. Clients particularly value their extensive eCommerce experience and ability to seamlessly integrate into existing teams.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999San Diego, CA
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fusepoint is a media planning and buying firm, specializing in customer personas, incrementality testing, and advertising strategy. Their services have earned positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers highlighting successful media planning and project management. Clients particularly appreciate the alignment with company values and the team's impressive performance.
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$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Ark Marketing is a small media planning and buying company founded in 2003. Their team specializes in Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999San Diego, CA
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Advertising company Cox Media was founded in 1981. The team provides Advertising and Digital Strategy and is in Atlanta, Georgia and Phoenix, Arizona.
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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Launched in 2001, Mindgruve is a media planning and buying company. The team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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ClickCallSell specializes in web development, particularly using WordPress and Shopify, and offers maintenance support. Reviews highlight their exceptional quality, attention to detail, and efficient processes, with clients noting the company's ability to stay within budget and meet deadlines. Overall, ClickCallSell is praised for exceeding expectations, though additional services like copywriting were not provided during some projects.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Captura Group, an Advertising company, was established in 2001. The company specializes in Advertising and Content Marketing, and is small.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Rosemont Media is an Advertising company. They are located in San Diego, California. Their team specializes in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Advanced Marketing Strategies is an Advertising company. Established in 1987, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Founded in 2016, pirawna, a small Advertising company, is located in San Diego, California and Frisco, Texas. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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CG Life is a branding company. Their midsize team is based in Chicago, Illinois and San Diego, California. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
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CThru Media is a Marketing Strategy company. The agency is based in Chula Vista, California. Their team offers Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Media planning and buying agency ZapMinds was founded in 2014. Based in Bengaluru, India and San Diego, California, the team provides Media Planning & Buying and Digital Strategy.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carlsbad, CA
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See all 1 projectsMancuso Media is a digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, PPC, social media, and Google AdWords. Clients, such as a high-volume cosmetic surgery center in San Diego, report 100% satisfaction with successful campaigns and effective collaboration. The team is praised for professionalism and dedication to client success.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Advertising company The Pixel Network is in San Diego, California. Established in 2015, the team offers Advertising and Content Marketing.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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GreenRoom Media Services, a small social media marketing company, is located in San Diego, California. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chula Vista, CA
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Marketing Strategy company EC Marketing Agency was founded in 1989. The team offers Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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MeadsDurket is a branding agency. Founded in 2004, the agency is headquartered in San Diego, California. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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MedAccess is a small San Diego, California-based Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Carlsbad, CA
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DirectAvenue is a media planning & buying company. They are in Carlsbad, California and have small team. They provide Media Planning & Buying and Content Marketing.
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Oceanside, CA
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See all 3 projectsHypeLife Brands is a comprehensive branding and digital marketing agency, excelling in creating and managing digital presences for diverse clients. Across reviews, 100% of clients praise their thorough project management, proactive communication, and personal investment in client success. Their work spans web development, UI/UX design, social media management, and strategic brand promotion, making them a reliable partner for companies targeting millennial demographics.
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Golden Lotus Agency is a Conversion Optimization company in San Diego, California. Founded in 2016, the team specializes in Conversion Optimization and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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BrainShine is an Advertising company. The San Diego, California-based firm was launched in 1990. Their team provides Advertising and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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Greenhaus is a branding company in San Diego, California. They offer Branding and Market Research and were founded in 1996.
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Small Marketing Strategy and media planning & buying company Amplified Agency, is located in San Diego, California. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Carlsbad, CA
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Havas Edge, a midsize Broadcast Video company, is based in Carlsbad, California and Boston, Massachusetts. Their services include Broadcast Video and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Spring Valley, CA
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Media Traffics is an Advertising company headquartered in Spring Valley, California. Established in 2015, the team focuses on Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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Medicis Communications, a Corporate Photography company, was founded in 1979. The firm specializes in Corporate Photography and Graphic Design.
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Allure Marketing Solutions is a Digital Strategy company. They are headquartered in Chula Vista, California and have small team. Their team offers Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Ramona, CA
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Force0six, a media planning and buying agency, specialize in Media Planning & Buying and Pay Per Click. They were launched in 2015.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Escondido, CA
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Pacific Ergonomics is an Advertising company. Headquartered in Escondido, California, the firm offers Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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Gangbustrs is a small Fractional CMO Services company headquartered in Carlsbad, California. The team specializes in Fractional CMO Services and Branding.
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$10,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Laguna Beach, CA
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See all 4 projectsStrikepoint is a digital marketing agency specializing in lead generation, media buying, and web development. Clients across various sectors commend their expertise and adaptability, citing effective communication and project management. With 100% positive feedback, clients appreciate their strategic insights and ability to drive significant ROI and revenue, such as exceeding ROI goals and generating over $1.8 million in revenue for some clients.
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$5,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Laguna Beach, CA
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See all 2 projects9-Figure Marketing, LLC is a public relations agency specializing in enhancing brand visibility and reputation through strategic media placements. The overall feedback highlights their professionalism and effectiveness, with 100% of reviews praising their ability to secure high-profile media exposure and exceptional responsiveness. A potential area for improvement is providing more frequent progress updates.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Temecula, CA
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Sean Murray Broker, an Other Marketing company, was launched in 2007. The firm provides Other Marketing and Commercial Brokerage Services, and is small.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Temecula, CA
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Advertising company Erostn focuses on Advertising and Branding. They were founded in 2021.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Laguna Niguel, CA
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FOXFORCE, a video production agency, is located in Laguna Niguel, California. Established in 2018, the team specializes in Video Production and Advertising.
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OVER THE TOP is a social media marketing agency. Headquartered in Mission Viejo, California, the company was founded in 2008. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Laguna Beach, CA
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Adalystic Marketing is a PPC agency. Their team is based in Laguna Beach, California. The firm specializes in Pay Per Click and Media Planning & Buying.
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Daly-Swartz Public Relations is a public relations agency. The agency is located in Mission Viejo, California. Their services include Public Relations and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
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Craft is a Fractional CMO Services company launched in 2014. The small team provides Fractional CMO Services and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Carlsbad, CA
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Pixability is a media planning and buying agency. Established in 2008, the team provides Media Planning & Buying. The agency is located in Boston, Massachusetts and Carlsbad, California.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Canyon Lake, CA
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DG AGENCY, a PPC agency, is based in Canyon Lake, California. They offer Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Encinitas, CA
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In Flight Media is a Content Marketing company. The team is based in Encinitas, California, and their services include Content Marketing and Advertising.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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I9 Media is a Marketing Strategy company. They are headquartered in San Diego, California, and their services include Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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Scatena Daniels Communications is a PR firm. The San Diego, California-based agency offers Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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List of the Top 5 San Diego Media Buying and Planning Companies
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999San Diego, CA
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30.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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31.8/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+Undisclosed250 - 999San Diego, CA
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29/40.015.6/20 Reviews9/10 Clients & Experience4.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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23.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews2.6/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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20.8/40.016.4/20 Reviews0/10 Clients & Experience4.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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$1,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999San Diego, CA
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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6.1/40.00/20 Reviews1.8/10 Clients & Experience4.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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3.9/40.00/20 Reviews0/10 Clients & Experience3.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carlsbad, CA
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26.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews5.5/10 Clients & Experience4.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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10% Media Planning & Buying90% Other