Top Media Buying & Planning Agencies
The biggest challenge for businesses nowadays is reaching their audiences at the right time. Media buying can help brands expand their reach and connect with their target audience effectively, ensuring maximum return.
Essentially, media buying is a form of advertising that involves procuring advertising space on relevant media channels such as television, radio, print, and digital. It aims to secure those slots at the optimal time and cost for optimal exposure. The process requires extensive planning and strategic negotiations, requiring in-depth data on demographics and competition.
Media buying agencies are dedicated service providers that specialize in purchasing, managing, and optimizing ad placements for brands. They can handle everything from market research and audience targeting to negotiating ad placements and performance analysis. These agencies are also committed to building strong relationships with media providers, allowing them to secure premium ad spaces for competitive prices.
Before enlisting the services of a professional media buying agency, it’s important to understand price models and costs to avoid financial strain. Most media buying agencies follow one of five common structures — Cost Per Mille (CPM), Cost Per Click (CPC), Cost Per Acquisition (CPA), flat-rate pricing, and retainer model. Each of these has its advantages and disadvantages and which is the best will ultimately depend on the client’s goals and financial resources.
Media buying is a powerful solution when executed correctly. However, success ultimately depends on finding the right agency that understands your goals, offers the best package for your investment, and can guide you through the process.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Miami, FLServices 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.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Incline Village, NVServices 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.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices 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.
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$100,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Columbia, MO
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Established in 2014, Coegi is an Advertising company. The agency specializes in Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9New Berlin, WI
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Affilium Marketing, a media planning & buying company, is in New Berlin, Wisconsin. Established in 2012, the team offers Media Planning & Buying and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Cairo, Egypt
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Xact for Marketing Services, a media planning and buying company, specialize in Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing. They were established in 2018.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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Ecommerce Marketing company ThinkWhy is located in Ahmedabad, India and Hillsborough Township, New Jersey. They specialize in Ecommerce Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49London, England
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PR agency Liminal was launched in 2005. The agency focuses on Public Relations and Branding.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Singapore
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Elliot & Co. Is a small public relations company launched in 2017. Their team offers Public Relations and Content Writing Services.
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Based in Nigeria, Wetherheads Advertising Group is an Advertising company. Launched in 1994, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Empire Mena is an Advertising company. The Erbil, Iraq-based firm was founded in 2017. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Chippendale, Australia
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Media Precinct is a media planning & buying company. In Chippendale, Australia, their team provides Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Lahore, Pakistan
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Time & Space Adverting agency in Pakistan is a midsize Advertising company located in Lahore, Pakistan and Karachi, Pakistan. The team specializes in Advertising and Event Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Vilnius, Lithuania
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Based in Vilnius, Lithuania, Blazer Agency is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Reno, NV
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Amplify Relations is a branding firm headquartered in Reno, Nevada. They specialize in Branding and Graphic Design and were established in 2009.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9ตำบล บางแก้ว, Thailand
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Pixelio is a media planning & buying company established in 2016. The firm offers Media Planning & Buying and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Santa Ana, CA
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Founded in 2007, Agency 51 Advertising is an Advertising company. The firm provides Advertising and Branding.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Smithtown, NY
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SMM Advertising is a Smithtown, New York-based Marketing Strategy company. The team offers Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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See all 1 projectsHorizon Digital offers comprehensive digital marketing services, including social media campaigns, Google Ads, graphic design, and promotional posting. Reviews highlight their success in increasing followers, conversions, and social media impressions, indicating effective strategies. Overall, clients commend Horizon Digital for their timely project management and expertise, although there is room for improvement in customer service.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Victoria, Canada
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See all 1 projectsLoomo Marketing provides comprehensive marketing services, including campaign management, paid advertising, and website rebranding. The reviews highlight their effective project management and customer-centric approach, with clients praising their ability to deliver impressive results, such as significant lead generation and high ROI. Their dedication to understanding client needs and aligning with company values is consistently appreciated.
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Sosemo is a media planning and buying agency. They focus on Media Planning & Buying and Pay Per Click and were established in 2012. The company is in New York, New York and Il‑Gżira, Malta.
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$10,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Bristol, England
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Hybrid, an Advertising company, is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Bristol, England. They focus on Advertising and Marketing Strategy and were founded in 2009.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Providence, RI
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The Mega Agency, an Advertising company, was founded in 2019. The firm focuses on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Vaughan, Canada
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See all 1 projectsPurpose Path provides services in digital marketing and advertising, with a strong focus on media planning and media buying. Clients have praised the company for their expertise in SEO and project management, noting their ability to deliver creative strategies that boost sales and client satisfaction. The reviews consistently highlight their professionalism, timely delivery, and responsiveness to client needs.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Nairobi, Kenya
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Web development firm Click Interactive Media was established in 2015. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, the team provides Web Development and Video Production.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Sri Lanka
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Apollo Media is a Marketing Strategy company. Launched in 2022, the company is based in Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Sri Lanka. Their team provides Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Halasuru, India
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See all 1 projectsQMP Global offers brand management services, including brand strategy and visual identity, with a strong focus on creativity and expertise. Overall feedback highlights their collaborative, forward-thinking, and client-centric approach, making them a valuable partner for businesses aiming to make a significant impact in the digital space. The agency's ability to deliver on time and effectively capture and amplify a brand's personality is highly praised.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Stockholm, Sweden
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HOLY is an Advertising company in Stockholm, Sweden. They offer Advertising and Media Planning & Buying and were established in 2014.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Stuttgart, Germany
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Media planning & buying company GLAD TO BE (former drtv.agency GmbH) specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Performance Marketing. They are based in Stuttgart, Germany and Berlin, Germany.
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$75,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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Spoorthi Ads is an Advertising company. The Bengaluru, India-based company was launched in 2001. Their team focuses on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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Quantum Infinity Co Ltd, a Marketing Strategy company, was established in 2015. The team offers Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Richmond Hill, Canada
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ABC Marketing Solutions is a media planning & buying company. They are located in Richmond Hill, Canada, and their services include Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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The SocialSect is a media planning & buying company launched in 2018. The team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Marketing Strategy.
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TPN Retail is a Market Research company. The agency is headquartered in Haddenham, England. Their team focuses on Market Research and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Southfield, MI
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Media planning and buying agency Media Assembly provides Media Planning & Buying and Advertising. They are headquartered in Southfield, Michigan and.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
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Advertising company Matomy was established in 2007. The midsize team provides Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999New York, NY
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Integral Ad Science is an Advertising company. They provide Advertising and Branding and were launched in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Jakarta, Indonesia
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Famous Allstars is an Advertising company. They were founded in 2019 and specialize in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Houston, TX
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Founded in 2018, First Call Solutions, a midsize Advertising company, is based in Houston, Texas. Their team specializes in Advertising and Call Center Services.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerSan Francisco, CA
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Quest MSO is a media planning & buying company and Event Management company. The company is based in San Francisco, California. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Event Management.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seocho-gu, South Korea
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Launched in 2014, Blue Orange Communication Inc. Is an Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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11-11av Events is a small Event Marketing company established in 2009. Their team provides Event Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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Founded in 1984, Borshoff is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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Steel Advertising is an Advertising company. The Austin, Texas-based agency was launched in 2000. Their team specializes in Advertising and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Charlotte, NC
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See all 1 projectsLievant is a web development company with expertise in Shopify, Magento, Laravel, and PHP. However, reviews indicate a significant lack of competence, with 100% of feedback highlighting project failure, misrepresentation of skills, and unethical practices. The company was criticized for poor project management and lack of technical capability throughout.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Edinburgh, Scotland
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Good-Loop is an Advertising company. Their small team is located in Edinburgh, Scotland and provides Advertising and Media Planning & Buying. The company was established in 2016.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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DigitalLAB of UWe is a small media planning & buying company headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chamblee, GA
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Creative Outhouse is a branding company. In Chamblee, Georgia, the company was launched in 2001. Their services include Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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AKA is a video production agency. They are based in Chicago, Illinois and have small team. They specialize in Video Production and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Figallo Agency is a Ciudad de México, Mexico-based public relations company. Their services include Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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MASSIVEMEDIA, an Advertising company, is located in New York, New York and Birmingham, Alabama. They focus on Advertising and Other Marketing.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Swank PR/Publishing is a PR agency. The Chicago, Illinois-based firm was launched in 2006. Their team provides Public Relations and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Paris, France
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EveryOne., a small social media marketing company, is headquartered in Luxembourg, Luxembourg and Minato City, Japan. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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List of the Top 15 Media Buying & Planning Firms
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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32.2/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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32.1/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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31.6/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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29.3/40.017/20 Reviews5/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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28.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience4.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Thousand Oaks, CA
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29.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience4.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Incline Village, NV
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30.6/40.017.4/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience4.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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26.6/40.017/20 Reviews4/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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26.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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34.6/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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33.1/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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29.6/40.016/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience4.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49St. Charles, IL
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27.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.2/10 Clients & Experience3.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Pittsburgh, PA
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30.3/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999Las Vegas, NV
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24.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews3.3/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Miami Lakes, FL
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31.4/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience4.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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30.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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35/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Media Planning & Buying90% Other -
$10,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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30.8/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Provo, UT
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30.7/40.016.4/20 Reviews9/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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27.1/40.014/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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23.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews2.8/10 Clients & Experience4.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249New Delhi, India
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34/40.018.8/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Oakville, Canada
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31.1/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Phoenix, AZ
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23.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews2.5/10 Clients & Experience4.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249London, England
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32.5/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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33.8/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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31.2/40.017/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Costa Mesa, CA
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30.9/40.015.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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30.9/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
25% Media Planning & Buying75% Other
