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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 - 49
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Tech Hybrids is a Digital Strategy company based in Muscat, Oman. They focus on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2023.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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Atechies is a social media marketing firm. The Gorakhpur, India-based agency was established in 2022. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Xact Digital Marketing Agency is a small branding firm headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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In San Diego, California, Web And SEO Experts is a small Mobile & App Marketing company. Their services include Mobile & App Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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SwifSol is a small Direct Marketing company based in Arlington, Texas. Their services include Direct Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Nagpur, India
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Custom software development company Primine Software Private Limited is headquartered in Nagpur, India. The team provides Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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American Web Expert, a branding agency, is located in Austin, Texas. They specialize in Branding and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kochi, India
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Reu Ads is a small branding agency launched in 2012. Their team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Bit Elite, a web design company, was founded in 2020. The team provides Web Design and Social Media Marketing and is headquartered in Athina, Greece.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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ExitoDesignZ is a small Bengaluru, India-based branding company. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Sugar Land, TX
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Established in 2013, Echo5 Digital is a custom software development firm. The firm offers Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pune, India
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Brand Wisdom Solutions is a branding firm. The team focuses on Branding and Marketing Strategy, and the agency is headquartered in Pune, India.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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The Pool Vision is a Hohenbrunn, Germany-based web development firm. The team specializes in Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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Digi Content Experts is a social media marketing agency launched in 2023. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Office:907, United Arab Emirates
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Launched in 2016, EXR Consultancy Services is a Market Research company. The company provides Market Research and Social Media Marketing.
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Webiz Technologies is a branding firm based in Karachi, Pakistan. The team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Mesa, AZ
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Advertising company CWG Marketing & Design Studio provides Advertising and Branding. They are in Evanston, Wyoming and Mesa, Arizona.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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CRM consulting and SI company KreativeHive is headquartered in Toronto, Canada and Hicksville, New York. Founded in 2023, the team provides CRM consulting and SI and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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Shourya India is a small branding firm in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India. The team specializes in Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Keller, TX
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IM Web Pros is a social media marketing company. Founded in 2015, the agency provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Immerse Marketing is a Digital Strategy company launched in 2017. The company offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Launched in 2014, Kemo Digital Marketing L.L.C is an Advertising company. The company provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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TenGap.com specializes in social media background research, digital marketing strategy, and providing improvement suggestions. Their clients appreciate the high-quality reports and good documentation they deliver, although there is feedback indicating a need for greater transparency about pricing. Overall, clients find TenGap.com to be responsive and effective in meeting project objectives.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Norwich, England
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Yawn Marketing Ltd is a Marketing Strategy company. The team is based in Norwich, England, and their services include Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Boise, ID
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WebMarkets Medical Marketing is a Digital Strategy company located in Boise, Idaho and. The team offers Digital Strategy and Market Research.
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Solutions Digital Marketing, a SEO company, is located in Edmonds, Washington. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerToronto, Canada
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Neha Naqvi - Digital Media Business Developer is a Toronto, Canada-based SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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Physicians Digital Services is a small branding firm headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois. The team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerHollywell, Australia
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Michael Sherry is a Content Marketing company. The Hollywell, Australia-based company offers Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Birmingham, England
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Monument Digital is a Digital Strategy company. They specialize in Digital Strategy and Content Marketing and are in Birmingham, England.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Fajr Web Solutions is a web design agency. Founded in 2006, their team offers Web Design and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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VERZ studio is a Digital Strategy company. Their small team is based in Atlanta, Georgia and focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. The company was founded in 2018.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Beruaar Bari, India
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Digital Ballia, a small Content Marketing company, is based in Beruaar Bari, India and New Delhi, India. The team provides Content Marketing and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Cape Town, South Africa
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Launched in 2018, Nimbl Digital Marketing is a web design company. The small team offers Web Design and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Bengaluru, India
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Headquartered in Bengaluru, India, Clear Klick Digital Marketing Company Bangalore India is a Conversion Optimization company. Their services include Conversion Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Karachi, Pakistan
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Bizz Globe is a Content Marketing company. The team is headquartered in Karachi, Pakistan, and their services include Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Makati, Philippines
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TL;DR OPC is an Email Marketing company. The Makati, Philippines-based agency was founded in 2020. Their services include Email Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Rishikesh, India
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Launched in 2018, dezloper is a small Rishikesh, India-based Advertising company. Their team offers Advertising and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Ahmadabad, India
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Ileorex Digital Media LLP, an user experience agency, was launched in 2017. The team provides UX/UI Design and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Bhavnagar, India
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Launched in 2017, Sphinix Marketing is a Content Marketing company. The firm focuses on Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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E-Services Empire Pvt Ltd is a small Digital Strategy company. They specialize in Digital Strategy and E-Commerce Development and were established in 2018.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Hounslow, England
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CRM consulting and SI company 1DUR Media was launched in 2011. In Hounslow, England, the team provides CRM consulting and SI and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Jaipur, India
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Coordials is a small UX company headquartered in Jaipur, India. Their services include UX/UI Design and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Trianglesoft is an Other Digital Marketing company founded in 2010. The small team provides Other Digital Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Haslingden, England
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Click Converters is a small web design company. Founded in 2020, the team provides Web Design and Email Marketing.
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See all 1 projectsThe LeadsCube offers comprehensive SEO and Search Optimization services, enhancing online visibility and website ranking for their clients. Reviews highlight their ability to boost product sales and grow online authority through strategic keyword use and effective project management. Clients commend their punctuality, responsiveness, and ability to exceed expectations, making them a reliable partner for digital marketing needs.
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Founded in 2024, Amaranth Marketing Agency is a small SEO agency headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9San José, Costa Rica
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Ideas para la Web is a PPC company. They are headquartered in San José, Costa Rica, and their services include Pay Per Click and Content Marketing.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Singapore, Singapore
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I Concept Innovation Pte Ltd is an e-commerce development firm. The Singapore, Singapore-based company specializes in E-Commerce Development and Web Design.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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E9digital is a web design agency. Their small team of employees is based in New York, New York. Their team specializes in Web Design and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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38.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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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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36.2/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Copley, OH
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MD
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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36/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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35.7/40.020/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
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35.6/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Colorado Springs, CO
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35.5/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Pearland, TX
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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35.1/40.020/20 Reviews9/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49South Jordan, UT
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35.1/40.018/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Hoffman Estates, IL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Dnipro, Ukraine
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34.8/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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34.7/40.020/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience5.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed250 - 999New York, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lehi, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chernihiv, Ukraine
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33.9/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Mississauga, Canada
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33.8/40.019/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
70% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click5% 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.