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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJServices provided
See all 357 projectsSmartSites is a distinguished SEO and digital marketing agency that specializes in enhancing online visibility and improving website rankings through comprehensive search optimization strategies. The majority of their reviews—approximately 95%—highlight their expertise in SEO services, digital visibility enhancement, and project management, praising their timely communication and significant improvements in website traffic and SERP optimization. Clients consistently commend SmartSites for their professionalism and responsiveness, with particular acclaim for their ability to deliver results-driven SEO and search engine marketing services.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Glinks Media Social Media Marketing is a social media marketing firm. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49London, England
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Market Rocket is a pay per click company founded in 2019. Their team offers Pay Per Click and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Prayagraj, India
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Launched in 2023, Klimax Digital is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Performance Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Jaipur, India
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Nexon Media is an e-commerce development firm. Their small team is located in Jaipur, India. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Web Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Fishers, IN
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Web design agency Sharp Guys Web Design was established in 2011. The small team specializes in Web Design and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Huntsville, AL
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Move Digital Group is a Digital Strategy company established in 2013. The firm focuses on Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerSingapore, Singapore
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Absolute Digital is a PPC agency headquartered in Singapore, Singapore. They offer Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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10Times is an Email Marketing company. The company is located in New York, New York and Noida, India. Their services include Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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See all 1 projectsEdwiseTech Pvt Ltd is a web development company specializing in website design and development. However, feedback indicates dissatisfaction with their services, as exemplified by a client who was unhappy with the use of Elementor and the overall project outcome. A considerable portion of reviewers expressed concerns about project management and communication.
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Social media marketing firm Risali Film Academy was founded in 2006. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click and is in Visakhapatnam, India.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Montréal, Canada
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Handshake Aide aux entreprises is a SEO company launched in 2019. In Montréal, Canada, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Cairo, Egypt
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ADMS agency is a Content Marketing company. Founded in 2013, the company is based in Cairo, Egypt. Their services include Content Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Kozhikode, India
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Established in 2014, ISHA'S CREATIVE MEDIA is a small Kozhikode, India-based Marketing Strategy company. Their team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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In Noida, India and Clearwater, Florida, Sapdra Pvt. Ltd. Is an Other Digital Marketing company. Established in 2011, the team focuses on Other Digital Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9birmingham, England
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Strategy Plus is a social media marketing company. They are based in birmingham, England and have small team. They offer Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49West Des Moines, IA
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Digital Strategy company Iowa Digital Newsboards was established in 2016. The team provides Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization and is located in West Des Moines, Iowa.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Kolkata, India
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SEO services firm SK Web World was founded in 2012. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Rajkot, India
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Creative Brainz, a mobile application development firm, specialize in Mobile App Development and Web Development. They were launched in 2011.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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EWM NOW is a Conversion Optimization company. Their small team is based in Los Angeles, California and offers Conversion Optimization and Digital Strategy. The agency was launched in 2018.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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Sellecomm Solution is an Affiliate Marketing company in New Delhi, India. They provide Affiliate Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pune, India
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See all 1 projectsMediawolf specializes in lead generation campaigns, particularly through Facebook and Google Ads. Clients appreciate the high quality of their leads, their proactive communication, and their reasonable pricing. Reviews highlight the effectiveness, productivity, and helpful nature of Mediawolf's digital marketing team.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Nairobi, Kenya
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See all 1 projectsArilan Media provides services in website design, lead generation, and search engine marketing, contributing to enhanced online visibility and improved website ranking. The reviews highlight the company's effective project management, exceptional customer service, and successful lead generation results, particularly in the real estate sector. Clients commend their responsiveness and value-for-cost proposition, indicating significant satisfaction with Arilan Media's offerings.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Paignton, England
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Located in Paignton, England, SuperHub is a Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2020, the team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Estate Agency Marketing is a SEO services firm. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Direct Marketing and were launched in 2018. The agency is based in Woking, England.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bristol , England
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Three Curious Chameleons is a SEO agency based in Bristol , England. Launched in 2021, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Based in Lagos, Nigeria, PG MediaHub is a small social media marketing company. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Albany, NY
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Overit, a Content Marketing company, is in Albany, New York. Launched in 1993, the team specializes in Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Balua, India
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Kashi Digital Agency Pvt. Ltd. Is a small Advertising company founded in 2014. Their services include Advertising and Pay Per Click.
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Branding firm Webducts was founded in 2021. The company focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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See all 2 projectsGolden Markers is a specialist digital marketing agency dedicated to the education sector. We work with schools, colleges, and coaching institutes to build visibility, attract the right audience,
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See all 14 projectsHead45 Ltd is a distinguished SEO agency specializing in Search Engine Optimization, content creation, and digital visibility enhancement. With a 100% positive feedback rate across reviews, clients commend their expertise in SERP optimization and organic search growth. Notably, 80% of reviewers highlight their exceptional project management and tailored strategies, underscoring their ability to meet and exceed client expectations in boosting online visibility and website ranking.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Karachi, Pakistan
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See all 2 projectsTretech Media offers services including marketing strategy, digital marketing campaigns, lead generation, social media marketing, SEO, and web production. Reviews highlight substantial growth in client lists and lead generation, with clients praising their professionalism, cooperation, and effective communication. Their timely and comprehensive approach to project execution is consistently noted as impressive.
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See all 2 projectsWhat sets us apart: AI‑Powered SEO & CampaignsWe infuse every strategy with advanced AI analysis—so your performance marketing (SEO, and paid traffic), website, and overall digital
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See all 1 projectsCansoft Technologies Corporation offers website development services, delivering clean, modern, and effective websites that perform flawlessly across all devices. Overall, clients have praised their work for increasing user engagement and delivering projects on time. The consistent feedback highlights the company's professionalism and high-quality design capabilities.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kolkata, India
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See all 1 projectsRajveer Mahmia founded Glowing Digital, an SEO-based digital marketing agency that aims to help businesses stay ahead of the competition. Located in Kolkata, Glowing Digital is renowned for its
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Delhi, India
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See all 1 projectsTickerTimes provides SEO and Search Engine Marketing services aimed at improving website ranking and online visibility. Client reviews consistently highlight their professionalism, effective product SEO strategies, and exceptional customer support, resulting in impressive ROI and enhanced search engine performance for e-commerce platforms.
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See all 1 projectsDigitallyChalo is a results-driven digital marketing and web development agency based in Kolkata, India. Since 2015, we’ve been empowering businesses of all sizes with tailored online strategies
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, Canada
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The Magistrate is a PPC agency. The Vancouver, Canada-based company was launched in 2010. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Sparks, MD
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DISRUPTIVE INC. Is a SEO company. The Sparks, Maryland-based agency provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Content Marketing company Screaming Frog is based in England. Launched in 2010, the team offers Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Social Media Ltd. Is a branding firm. Their small team is in London, England and Andorra and provides Branding and Pay Per Click. The firm was founded in 2007.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Köln, Germany
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Lunapark is an Advertising company headquartered in Köln, Germany. Their services include Advertising and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Hamburg, Germany
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5 Sterne Marketing, a small pay per click company, is based in Hamburg, Germany. The team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Hamburg, Germany
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Trendlux is a Content Marketing company. Their small team is located in Hamburg, Germany. Their services include Content Marketing and Public Relations.
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Web2market is a pay per click agency. They are headquartered in Huntingdon , England and have small team. Their team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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NKP Medical is a small PPC company located in Los Angeles, California. The team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Orland Park, IL
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BeingSeen360 is a social media marketing agency. In Orland Park, Illinois, the firm specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London , England
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Fused7 is a Conversion Optimization company. Located in London , England, their team specializes in Conversion Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Scottsdale, AZ
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Siteflood is a pay per click agency. Their small team is based in Scottsdale, Arizona and specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization. The agency was established in 2010.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Menomonee Falls, WI
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On YOUR Mark LLC, a SEO agency, was launched in 1988. The small team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Marion, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Copley, OH
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MD
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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35.8/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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35.8/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Colorado Springs, CO
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Hoffman Estates, IL
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Pearland, TX
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$10,000+Undisclosed250 - 999New York, NY
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Dnipro, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Richmond, Australia
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lehi, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49South Jordan, UT
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65% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click10% Other
Top Search Engine Marketing (SEM) Agencies
An SEM company plans, launches, and manages paid search campaigns on platforms such as Google Ads, Microsoft Advertising, and Amazon. Their specialists research high-value keywords, write ad copy, set up audience targeting, adjust bids in real time, and run A/B tests to maximize return on ad spend (ROAS). They also track conversions, deliver performance reports, and provide strategic recommendations that align with your wider digital marketing objectives.
Most agencies deliver an end-to-end suite that can include:
- Keyword research & competitive analysis
- Campaign setup (Search, Shopping, Display, YouTube)
- Bid management and budget pacing
- Ad copywriting and creative testing
- Landing-page optimization
- Remarketing and audience segmentation
- Conversion tracking and analytics integration
Some firms also bundle complementary channels, such as programmatic display or social PPC, to create a unified digital marketing strategy.
SEM engagements usually fall between $3,000–$20,000 per month, but pricing scales with ad spend, account complexity, and service level. Smaller businesses might work with an agency on a management-fee model (e.g., 10%–20% of monthly media spend), while enterprises often negotiate flat retainers or performance-based contracts. Always ask for a clear breakdown of management fees versus ad budget before signing.
Start by defining your KPIs, such as lead volume, e-commerce revenue, or customer acquisition cost. Then:
- Review case studies in your industry.
- Check Clutch client reviews for transparency, communication, and results.
- Compare pricing models (percentage of spend, flat fee, or hybrid).
- Request a campaign audit or strategic roadmap to gauge expertise.
Selecting a partner whose reporting cadence and collaboration style match your internal workflow will set the engagement up for success.
- “Guaranteed #1 ranking” claims (ad position depends on auction dynamics).
- Lack of access to the ad account or data ownership.
- Vague reporting that focuses on clicks instead of revenue-driven metrics.
- One-size-fits-all strategies with minimal keyword research.
- Slow or inconsistent communication during the sales process.
- How will you structure our campaigns and why?
- Which metrics will you report on weekly and monthly?
- What tools or automations do you use for bid management?
- Can you share a recent success story in a similar industry or budget range?
- Who will be my day-to-day point of contact, and how many accounts do they manage?
- How do you coordinate SEM with SEO and other digital marketing channels?
Agencies bring platform certifications, cross-account data, and advanced tools that small teams can’t always justify purchasing. Their experience shortens the testing cycle, reduces wasted spend, and frees internal staff to focus on broader marketing initiatives.
Freelancers are ideal for limited budgets or project-based needs. Agencies, however, provide a multidisciplinary team including strategists, copywriters, designers, and analysts that can scale campaigns quickly and cover absences without interrupting performance.