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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Grapevine, TXServices provided
See all 70 projectsInbox Army, LLC is a specialized email marketing agency adept at Email Campaigns, Email List Management, and Email Automation. Customer reviews consistently praise their commitment to client satisfaction, with over 90% highlighting their responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to deliver on time. Their strategic approach and expertise have notably enhanced email engagement and conversion rates.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, IndiaServices provided
See all 8 projectsOptimite is a specialized agency providing comprehensive email marketing services, including email design, automation, and campaign management. Reviewers consistently praised their timely delivery, high-quality output, and robust project management, with a 100% satisfaction rate reported. Their adaptability and alignment with client needs, especially in scaling email outreach and engagement strategies, are also frequently highlighted.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OHServices provided
See all 28 projectsOne 10 Media is a distinguished email marketing agency specializing in email campaigns, email automation, and email engagement strategies. Reviewers consistently commend their strategic alignment, proactive communication, and commitment to understanding client needs, resulting in significant revenue growth and efficient project management. An impressive 90% of feedback highlights their flexibility and personalized approach, with particular praise for delivering timely and effective solutions.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Advanced Digital Experts , a small SEO agency, is based in Las Vegas, Nevada. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mountain Brook, AL
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Flagstone Search Marketing LLC is a SEO agency. Their small team is in Mountain Brook, Alabama. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Denver, COServices provided
See all 24 projectsMH Digital is a specialized email marketing agency known for its expertise in Email Campaigns, Email Automation, and Email Engagement Strategies. With a 100% positive feedback rating, clients consistently praise their strategic insights, timely delivery, and ability to integrate seamlessly into team operations. Many reviews highlight MH Digital's proficiency in improving email performance metrics, such as revenue growth and customer engagement.
$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Ed, SwedenServices provided
See all 62 projectsA-SALES AB is a company specializing in outbound lead generation and sales outreach through Email Marketing services. With a 90% positive feedback rate, clients consistently appreciate their expertise in creating precise, customized Email Campaigns, and their organized project management. However, one review highlighted significant dissatisfaction, citing unprofessionalism and ineffective communication. Despite this, A-SALES AB is generally recognized for effectively boosting client engagement and pipeline growth.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hoover, AL
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Trustway Marketing, a small branding agency, is in Hoover, Alabama. The team offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Anchorage, AK
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The Digital Marketing Guy is a social media marketing firm. Their small team is located in Anchorage, Alaska. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Digital Traffik Agency is a branding company established in 2021. The team specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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DragonGoat Digital Marketing, an Advertising company, specialize in Advertising and Social Media Marketing. They were established in 2021.
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Launched in 2021, Smoky Mountain Web Solutions, LLC is a social media marketing firm. The small team specializes in Social Media Marketing and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Englewood, CO
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Digital Consulting Services, LLC. Is a social media marketing firm. They are located in Englewood, Colorado. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Cyber Liberty Marketing is a social media marketing company. Founded in 2020, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing. The company is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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Amazing SEO is a SEO company established in 2022. The small team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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FL Consulting, Digital Creations & Solutions is a SEO company in Aloha, Oregon. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Albany, OR
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Greatness Digital, a branding company, was founded in 2020. The agency focuses on Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bend, OR
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OneScout Digital Marketing Agency is a SEO company. They were established in 2022, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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In New York, New York, Get Me SEO, LLC is a social media marketing agency. Founded in 2009, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Elizabethtown, PA
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Social media marketing agency Blosser Marketing Group was founded in 2016. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is located in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Allentown, PA
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Cosmick Media is a social media marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hatfield, PA
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Founded in 2010, Fulcrum Concepts, LLC, a small social media marketing company, is based in Hatfield, Pennsylvania. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Launched in 2019, priss.digital is an Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Branding and is located in Katy, Texas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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NYC SEO Pro is a SEO services firm. Their small team is based in New York, New York. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Authorize Local is a Market Research company. The New York, New York-based company was launched in 2001. Their team specializes in Market Research and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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BD Grow is a social media marketing firm. Launched in 2022, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing. The firm is in New York, New York.
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JRC Marketing Solutions is a SEO company founded in 2023. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hendersonville, TN
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Comet Media Labs is a SEO company. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and are in Hendersonville, Tennessee.
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Digital Symmetry, a small social media marketing company, is in Hopkins, Minnesota. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Long Island City, NY
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Established in 2018, Blue Bear Digital Consulting is a Marketing Strategy company. Their team offers Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Massive Dynamics USA is a social media marketing agency. The firm is headquartered in New York, New York. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Social media marketing firm Main Street Media 360 was established in 2011. Located in Denver, Colorado, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Lingows Media, a social media marketing firm, was established in 2011. The company provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Berthoud, CO
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Snap In Media is a social media marketing company. Their team is in Berthoud, Colorado and specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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RFM Media is a social media marketing firm. Their small team is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Windsor, CO
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RallyPoint Marketing Solutions is a SEO company established in 2019. The agency offers Search Engine Optimization and Graphic Design, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Columbus, OH
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Opanova Digital is a small Columbus, Ohio-based SEO company. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Established in 2000, FREQUENCY27 is a branding firm. The team focuses on Branding and Search Engine Optimization and is based in Cleveland, Ohio.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Heber City, UT
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Hook'd IT Up is a social media marketing agency. Based in Heber City, Utah, the firm was established in 2015. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Arlington, VA
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Polianna, LLC is a SEO agency. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and is located in Arlington, Virginia.
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Established in 2019, Rank Rocket Creative Studios, a small branding firm, is located in Forest, Virginia. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Milwaukee, WI
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Jumpany, a Digital Strategy company, is in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Danbury, CT
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Titicus Agency is a Marketing Strategy company. They are in Danbury, Connecticut and have small team. Their team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Beaver Falls, PA
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Reformed Digital Solutions LLC is a Market Research company. The team provides Market Research and Marketing Strategy and is in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Glenshaw, PA
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Founded in 2012, Red Lab Media is a Digital Strategy company. Their team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Fischer Software is a website development company. They are headquartered in Chicago, Illinois and have small team. Their team provides Web Development and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Founded in 1983, DCMSoft LLC, a small web design agency, is in Chicago, Illinois. Their services include Web Design and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bellingham, WA
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SEO services firm FizzPop Media offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design. They were launched in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bellingham, WA
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Ethical Gains, LLC. Is a small Content Marketing company located in Bellingham, Washington. The team offers Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Spencer, IA
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Web design agency 154i was launched in 2023. The team focuses on Web Design and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cedar Rapids, IA
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3Eighty Marketing is a SEO agency. The Cedar Rapids, Iowa-based agency was founded in 2014. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Branding.
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GuidePost Marketing is a Canton, Georgia-based social media marketing company. They offer Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Grand Rapids, MI
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Good Rep Media is a SEO agency. Their team is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan and offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Central Falls, RI
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Cuselight Consulting is a Digital Strategy company. They are headquartered in Central Falls, Rhode Island and have small team. Their team focuses on Digital Strategy and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Newburgh, ME
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Acadia Services & Solutions, LLC is a website development company. They specialize in Web Development and API Development and were launched in 2007. The agency is based in Newburgh, Maine.
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List of the Top 15 Email Marketing Agencies
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Grapevine, TX
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38.4/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Oakland, CA
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37.9/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Singapore, Singapore
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37.7/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Staten Island, NY
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37.5/40.018.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Newport, RI
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36.3/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49L'viv, Ukraine
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35.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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34.2/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, India
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34.1/40.018.4/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
85% Email Marketing15% Other -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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38.2/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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33.4/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
90% Email Marketing10% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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33.3/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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33.3/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Canada
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33.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Ahmedabad, India
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38.5/40.020/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Hallandale Beach, FL
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32.9/40.018/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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36.9/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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32.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Randwick, Australia
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32/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OH
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36.3/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9London, England
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31.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Brașov, Romania
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35.7/40.018.8/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Lostwithiel, England
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31.1/40.017/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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36.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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39.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49
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38.4/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Jackson, WY
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30.6/40.017.6/20 Reviews5.8/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
65% Email Marketing35% Other -
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Oakville, Canada
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39.8/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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30.5/40.015.6/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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30.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
75% Email Marketing25% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Denver, CO
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30.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Email Marketing50% Other
Email Marketing Agency FAQs
Looking for an email marketing agency but not sure where to start? We've put together answers to the most common questions businesses ask when searching for a trusted partner. This FAQ covers what you need to know before hiring an email marketing agency, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
Clutch showcases firms that create automated campaigns, nurture leads, and improve conversions through email twice a year based on a proprietary methodology. The top email marketing agencies for Fall 2025 include:
An email marketing company plans, builds, and optimizes campaigns that move prospects through your sales funnel. Their typical responsibilities include audience segmentation, template design, copywriting, automation flow setup, deliverability monitoring, and performance reporting. Instead of juggling creative, technical, and analytical tasks internally, you can outsource to a specialist team that already knows best practices for inbox placement and conversion.
Agencies track metrics like revenue per email, conversion rate, subscriber lifetime value, and list churn. Advanced teams tie email performance back to multi-touch attribution models or customer data platforms so you can see how campaigns influence overall pipeline and retention.
Email marketing agencies are dedicated to helping clients reach their target audience cost-efficiently. If you’re planning to team up with a provider soon, here are some services you can expect:
- Strategy workshops and list growth planning
- ESP migration or platform setup (e.g., Klaviyo, HubSpot, Braze)
- Creative services (e.g., mobile-responsive templates, GIFs, dynamic content)
- Automated sequences (i.e., welcome, cart-abandon, re-engagement, post-purchase)
- A/B testing, personalization, and data analytics
- Deliverability audits and inbox placement fixes
Some firms also bundle paid social retargeting or SMS for a cohesive lifecycle approach. When evaluating prospective service providers, make sure to verify and assess the quality of the work they offer — regardless if you need comprehensive work or focused services.
Clutch data shows monthly retainers range from $2,500 to as high as $15,000 depending on several key factors such as list size, send volume, and service depth. Moreover, hourly rates generally fall between $75 – $150. Ultimately, it depends on what you are looking for – a small business needing two automated flows might spend $5,000 for setup, while an enterprise with millions of contacts could invest $20,000 per month for full lifecycle management and creative testing.
Finding the right email marketing provider is crucial to your investment’s success. To make sure you don’t feel overwhelmed once you look for potential providers, the first step you should do is clarify your goals (e.g., higher open rates, revenue per send, automation build-out). After that, you can proceed with the following:
- Shortlist agencies with proven results in your industry.
- Review Clutch feedback for communication style, project management, and ROI.
- Request case studies and ask about specific KPIs they improved.
- Evaluate cultural fit, reporting cadence, and tech stack expertise.
- Compare pricing models—flat retainer, percent of revenue, or project-based—and ensure deliverables are clear in the contract.
While there’s no flawless service provider, it’s crucial to match with the ideal team to avoid mishaps or costly headaches. Be cautious if a provider has any of the following warning signs:
- Guarantees specific open or revenue numbers (inbox algorithms shift)
- Uses purchased lists or suggests scraping emails
- Lacks transparency on creative ownership or ESP access
- Provides sparse reporting or avoids explaining metrics
- Overlooks compliance requirements like CAN-SPAM or GDPR
- Which industries do you specialize in, and can I see related case studies?
- What ESPs and automation tools are you certified in?
- How do you segment audiences and personalize content?
- What’s your process for improving deliverability?
- How frequently will we review performance metrics together?
- Who owns the creative assets and account data if we part ways?
A freelancer is ideal for one-off template designs or copy tweaks on a tight budget. An agency offers multidisciplinary teams—strategists, designers, developers, and analysts—able to manage end-to-end programs, integrate with CRMs, and scale testing. If your goal is sustainable revenue growth and complex automation, an agency’s broader expertise and bandwidth generally deliver higher long-term ROI.