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
10% Media Planning & Buying10% Advertising10% E-Commerce Development +7 services10% Market Research10% Marketing Strategy10% Pay Per Click10% Public Relations10% Video Production10% Web Design10% Web DevelopmentSee 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.
3 of 3 Media Planning & Buying reviews are 5 stars$200,000 – $999,999 avg. project costRead 3 ReviewsMedia Planning & Buying PROJECT HIGHLIGHT
Lead Gen Marketing Strategy for Coworking Spaces Provider
5.0 — Anderson Collaborative has developed a marketing strategy focused on lead generation for a coworking spaces provider. Their work has included media buying, data analytics, web management, and CRM Read moreWas this helpful?
Industry Experience
Anderson Collaborative™ has demonstrated expertise across diverse industries, including financial services, arts and entertainment, advertising and marketing, real estate, and more. Clients commend their strong project management, effective communication, and ability to significantly increase leads and engagement through targeted digital strategies. Overall, the sentiment is highly positive, particularly in arts and entertainment, where measurable outcomes include substantial increases in audience reach and ticket sales. They are recognized for their innovative solutions, making them a solid choice for businesses seeking impactful marketing support.
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Clients consistently highlight Anderson Collaborative's strong value for money, noting their competitive pricing and effective results. One client praised their 'good value for cost,' while another mentioned a '5-fold increase in sales and profitability' attributed to their services. Many reviews emphasize the company's ability to deliver impressive returns on investment, with clients reporting high returns on ad spend. Overall, the sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with clients appreciating both the cost-effectiveness and the quality of service provided.Was this helpful?
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Incline Village, NVServices provided
50% Media Planning & Buying15% Marketing Strategy10% Conversion Optimization +3 services10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media Marketing5% Market ResearchSee 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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Clients consistently commend EXL Media for their collaborative approach and seamless integration into their teams. For instance, one client noted that the entire EXL Media team felt like an extension of their internal staff, contributing significantly to campaign strategies. Another emphasized the importance of involving EXL Media early on, which fostered trust and enhanced results. Overall, the sentiment reflects a strong appreciation for EXL Media's commitment to teamwork and their genuine investment in client missions.-
SEO & Marketing for Wine & Spirits Company
5.0 Mar 14, 2022The whole team has gone above and beyond the task at hand. It really feels like they’re part of our team and not just a transactional relationship. Working with EXL Media has been an absolute pleasure. Since the start, we worked on the proposal and the plan together and made sure they felt like part of our team, which has shown in the results.
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SMM, Media Buying & Buying for Childhood Education Nonprofit
5.0 Feb 24, 2026The entire award process took around 14–15 months, and they were very studious, kind, and patient throughout the process. The team also had a genuine affection for the mission of our organization, which we appreciated. Use EXL Media as an extension of your internal team and include them in the overall strategy from the beginning.
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Marketing & Advertising for Family Water Park
5.0 Sep 14, 2020They feel like a part of our team. Everyone is extremely organized, and they focus on setting clear goals and metrics to define success. At the end of a campaign, they help us understand how we’ve met our objectives or, if not, why we didn’t meet them.
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3 of 4 Media Planning & Buying reviews are 5 stars1 new review for Media Planning & Buying in past 6 months$200,000 – $999,999 avg. project costRead 4 ReviewsMedia Planning & Buying PROJECT HIGHLIGHT
Media Planning & Buying Services for Real Estate Group
5.0 — EXL Media provides media planning and buying services for a real estate company. The team supports the client's media strategy, manages paid media accounts, optimizes campaigns, and offers Read moreWas this helpful?
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EXL Media has demonstrated considerable expertise across various industries, notably in non-profit, hospitality, and healthcare. In non-profit, they received praise for strategic media campaigns that effectively engaged target audiences, such as families for health initiatives. In hospitality, clients highlighted their ability to exceed revenue goals through integrated marketing strategies, showcasing a strong ROI. Their strengths include exceptional project management, deep industry knowledge, and a collaborative approach that integrates seamlessly with client teams. Overall, sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, particularly for clients in non-profit and hospitality sectors.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
50% Media Planning & Buying20% Pay Per Click15% Social Media Marketing +2 services10% Advertising5% Marketing StrategySee 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.
2 of 2 Media Planning & Buying reviews are 5 stars$50,000 – $199,999 avg. project costRead 2 ReviewsMedia Planning & Buying PROJECT HIGHLIGHT
Digital Marketing & Ad Planning Services for PR Agency
5.0 — Hotspex Media provides marketing services for a PR agency's end clients. Their tasks include digital marketing and advertising planning, buying, and strategy for multiple accounts within the Read moreWas this helpful?
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Clients consistently highlight Hotspex Media's exceptional value for money, noting their ability to deliver high-quality results within budget. For instance, one client mentioned that Hotspex Media's strategies allowed them to stretch their media budget further while improving key performance metrics. Another client praised their cost-effectiveness, stating they received great value relative to the services provided. Overall, the sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with clients expressing satisfaction with the return on investment and the quality of service received.Was this helpful?
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Quebec City, Canada
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Branding25% Graphic Design +1 service25% Video ProductionKabane, a branding agency, was founded in 2009. Located in Quebec City, Canada, the team focuses on Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dublin 2, Ireland
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25% Media Planning & Buying50% Direct Marketing25% Video ProductionDirect Marketing company Ask Direct was launched in 2006. Located in Dublin 2, Ireland, the team provides Direct Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Birmingham, AL
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Branding25% Digital Strategy +1 service25% Public RelationsMarkstein is a Birmingham, Alabama-based branding agency. The team offers Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Santa Monica, CA
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Branding +1 service25% Graphic DesignSUPERMOON , an Advertising company, was founded in 2015. Located in Santa Monica, California, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Culver City, CA
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Branding25% Search Engine Optimization +1 service25% Video ProductionRedbird Group is a branding company. Located in Culver City, California, the firm was established in 1996. Their team specializes in Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Packaging Design +1 service25% Public RelationsSmall Advertising company Smith Smith & Smith, is based in Redondo Beach, California. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Pay Per Click25% Search Engine Optimization +1 service25% Social Media MarketingJuhll Agency is a media planning & buying agency. The firm is in Hermosa Beach, California. Their team focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Culver City, CA
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Branding25% Public Relations +1 service25% Social Media MarketingURi Global is a small branding firm. Established in 1996, the team provides Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Branding +1 service25% Social Media MarketingCamino PR is an Advertising company. Their small team is headquartered in New York, New York. Their team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Event Marketing +1 service25% Public RelationsBrookline Public Relations is a Calgary, Canada-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49St. Joseph, MI
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Marketing Strategy +1 service25% Print DesignAdvertising company Holt Bosse was founded in 2014. The firm offers Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Tempe, AZ
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Business Consulting25% Marketing Strategy +1 service25% Public RelationsLocated in Tempe, Arizona, Torres Consulting & Law Group is a Business Consulting company. They provide Business Consulting and Marketing Strategy and were founded in 2007.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Shreveport, LA
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Public Relations25% Video Production +1 service25% Web DesignBased in Shreveport, Louisiana, Williams Creative Group is a media planning and buying agency. The team offers Media Planning & Buying and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Branding25% CRM Consulting and SI +1 service25% Marketing StrategyAmmunition is a branding company. They focus on Branding and CRM consulting and SI and were founded in 2017. The firm is in Atlanta, Georgia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Portland, ME
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Direct Marketing +1 service25% Marketing StrategyHeadquartered in Portland, Maine, Strategic Media, Inc. (Maine) is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Elgin, IL
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25% Media Planning & Buying20% Email Marketing20% Social Media Marketing +2 services20% Web Design15% Pay Per ClickMedia planning and buying agency DC Interactive Group was established in 2005. The company provides Media Planning & Buying and Email Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cleveland, OH
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Event Marketing +1 service25% Mobile & App MarketingTSJ Media is a small Advertising company. Launched in 1999, the team specializes in Advertising and Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Other Marketing +1 service25% Public RelationsFounded in 2005, Schwartz Media Strategies is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying and is headquartered in Miami, Florida.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bentonville, AR
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Direct Marketing +1 service25% Marketing StrategyWhat's Ahead is an Advertising company. Their small team is headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. Their team focuses on Advertising and Direct Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Tampa, FL
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Email Marketing25% Graphic Design +1 service25% Social Media MarketingConnectivity Media Strategy is an Email Marketing company. In Tampa, Florida, the company specializes in Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Digital Strategy25% Pay Per Click +1 service25% Search Engine OptimizationPace Branding and Marketing is a Digital Strategy company. Founded in 1949, their team specializes in Digital Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Billings, MT
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Direct Marketing +1 service25% Print DesignLaunched in 1994, Arrowhead Marketing is a small Billings, Montana-based Advertising company. Their team offers Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Brentwood, MO
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Direct Marketing +1 service25% RecruitingMediaCross is an Advertising company. They are located in Brentwood, Missouri and have small team. They provide Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Springfield, MO
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Web Design +1 service25% Web DevelopmentFrank & Maven is an Advertising company. Their small team is in Springfield, Missouri. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Coral Gables, FL
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Business Consulting25% Other Digital Marketing +1 service25% Other MarketingMedia Global Group, a Business Consulting company, specialize in Business Consulting and Media Planning & Buying. They were established in 2008.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Branding25% Social Media Marketing +2 services15% Public Relations10% Event ManagementAMAEzing Marketing Group is a branding company headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. Established in 2004, the team focuses on Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Encinitas, CA
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25% Media Planning & Buying50% Content Marketing25% AdvertisingIn 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Minneapolis, MN
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Branding +1 service25% Web DesignAdvertising company LEVEL Mpls is in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They offer Advertising and Branding and were launched in 1986.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Istanbul , Türkiye
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Call Center Services25% Search Engine Optimization +1 service25% Social Media MarketingAnswering service company Woop Digital was established in 2015. Located in Istanbul , Türkiye, the team specializes in Call Center Services and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Ketchum, ID
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Event Marketing25% Marketing Strategy +1 service25% Public RelationsSmall Event Marketing company White Cloud Communication, is located in Ketchum, Idaho. The team offers Event Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Branding +1 service25% Marketing StrategyVWA Advertising and Marketing, an Advertising company, is based in Atlanta, Georgia. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fresno, CA
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Digital Strategy25% Mobile App Development +1 service25% Social Media MarketingCatalyst Marketing Company is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2011. The small team specializes in Digital Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Villa Rica, GA
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Graphic Design25% Print Design +1 service25% Web DesignGraphic Media Solutions, LLC is a small graphic design agency founded in 2006. Their services include Graphic Design and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hafnir, Iceland
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Public Relations +1 service25% Social Media MarketingDiscover Iceland is a small Hafnir, Iceland-based Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Raleigh, NC
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Market Research25% Social Media Marketing +1 service25% Web DevelopmentMarket Research company MSA Marketing, Inc is in Raleigh, North Carolina. They provide Market Research and Media Planning & Buying and were launched in 1991.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Birkirkara, Malta
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Market Research25% Marketing Strategy +1 service25% Public RelationsCorporate ID Group is a small Marketing Strategy company in Birkirkara, Malta. The team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Graphic Design25% Public Relations +1 service25% Web DevelopmentGraphic design company Camden Agency was launched in 2006. The small team provides Graphic Design and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Search Engine Optimization +1 service25% Video ProductionEstablished in 2000, MJS Advertising Marketing Consulting is a small Advertising company. Their team focuses on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Tirana, Albania
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Branding25% Digital Strategy +1 service25% Public RelationsMcCann Tirana is a branding agency. Established in 2009, their team offers Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Warwick, RI
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Marketing Strategy10% Advertising +5 services10% Branding10% Digital Strategy10% Market Research5% Logo5% Social Media MarketingKSA Marketing is a Marketing Strategy company. The Warwick, Rhode Island-based team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Tirana, Albania
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Graphic Design +1 service25% Video ProductionNew Moment Tirana is an Advertising company. Their small team is located in Tirana, Albania. Their services include Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Skopie, North Macedonia
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Digital Strategy25% Public Relations +1 service25% Social Media MarketingEmbedSocial, a small Digital Strategy company, is headquartered in Skopie, North Macedonia. Their services include Digital Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Skopje, North Macedonia
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Market Research +1 service25% Public RelationsBased in Skopje, North Macedonia, New Moment New Ideas Company is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chișinău, Moldova
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Marketing Strategy +1 service25% Public RelationsAD LEVINTSA LAW FIRM is an Advertising company. The Chișinău, Moldova-based agency provides Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bratislava, Slovakia
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Digital Strategy25% Public Relations +1 service25% Social Media MarketingDynamic Relations 2000 is a Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2000, their team focuses on Digital Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bratislava, Slovakia
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Digital Strategy25% Public Relations +1 service25% Social Media MarketingMindShare Slovakia is a Digital Strategy company. They were founded in 2007, and their services include Digital Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Barcelona, Spain
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Event Marketing25% Public Relations +1 service25% Social Media MarketingGablons Public Relations, an Event Marketing company, is in Barcelona, Spain and Madrid, Spain. They offer Event Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Providencia, Chile
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Digital Strategy +1 service25% Marketing StrategyOrigen Comunicaciones, an Advertising company, was launched in 2014. The firm offers Advertising and Digital Strategy, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bratislava, Slovakia
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Digital Strategy +1 service25% Social Media MarketingParavan Interactive is an Advertising company. Their team is located in Bratislava, Slovakia. The company provides Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bratislava, Slovakia
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25% Media Planning & Buying25% Advertising25% Market Research +1 service25% Marketing StrategyPOS Media Slovakia, s.r.o. Is a small Bratislava, Slovakia-based Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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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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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Incline Village, NV
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999Las Vegas, NV
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Miami Lakes, FL
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$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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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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33.8/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Media Planning & Buying90% Other -
UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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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
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