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Hire freelance SEO & Marketing Experts at 60% less than Western rates. No platform fees, no bidding wars, no hidden costs.
Three Ways to Hire
Flexible engagement models built for every stage. Start hourly, switch to part-time as you grow, scale to full-time when you are ready.
Hourly
Pay for what you use
Best for one-off audits, ad-hoc tasks, and short engagements where the scope is unclear.
- No minimum commitment
- Detailed weekly timesheets
- Pay only for hours worked
- Net 7 invoicing
- Switch to retainer any time
Part-Time Retainer
A dedicated freelance expert working part-time on your business each month, with consistent output.
- 60-80 hours per month
- Dedicated freelancer assigned
- 3-month minimum commitment
- Replacement guarantee included
- Weekly updates and monthly reviews
- Live Looker Studio dashboard
Full-Time Dedicated
For scaling teams
A full-time dedicated SEO or marketing expert embedded in your team, available 40 hours a week.
- 160+ hours per month
- Full-time exclusive freelancer
- Embedded in your team
- Employer of Record (EOR) optional
- 6-month minimum commitment
- Volume discounts for multiple hires
Monthly Salary Benchmarks by Country
Real-world monthly retainer ranges for full-time freelance SEO and marketing roles across our six talent markets. Part-time engagements are typically 30-50% of these rates.
India
One of the largest English-speaking SEO talent pools. Strong technical and content depth.
| Role | Junior | Mid | Senior | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEO Expert | $500-900 | $1,100-2,300 | $2,300-4,000 | $4,000-6,200 |
| Content Strategist | $450-850 | $1,000-2,100 | $2,100-3,700 | $3,700-5,800 |
| Growth Marketer | $550-950 | $1,200-2,500 | $2,500-4,400 | $4,400-6,800 |
| Website Manager | $450-800 | $950-1,950 | $1,950-3,400 | $3,400-5,300 |
| Social Media Manager | $400-750 | $900-1,850 | $1,850-3,200 | $3,200-5,000 |
| Performance Marketer | $550-950 | $1,200-2,500 | $2,500-4,400 | $4,400-6,800 |
All rates in USD per month for full-time engagements. Part-time retainers (60-80 hours/month) start at roughly 30% of the listed mid-level rate. Final pricing depends on experience, specialization, and engagement length.
What You Get, Beyond the Hourly Rate
Every Seotal engagement includes vetting, support, replacement guarantees, and reporting at no additional cost.
Vetted Talent at No Extra Cost
Multi-stage screening, English assessment, and reference checks are included. You only pay once a freelancer starts.
Replacement Guarantee
Not happy in the first 30 days? We replace the freelancer for free, with no gap in coverage.
No Platform Fees
Skip the 10-20% cuts charged by Upwork and Fiverr. Every dollar goes to actual SEO work.
Single Consolidated Invoice
One invoice from Seotal each month. We handle freelancer payouts, currencies, and local compliance.
Talent Success Manager
A dedicated point of contact at Seotal to escalate issues, request changes, and align on priorities.
Tools & Reporting Stack
Live Looker Studio dashboards, weekly written updates, and access to our AI and automation workflows.
Common Pricing Questions
Are there any hidden fees or platform markups?
No. The hourly rate or monthly retainer you agree on is the full cost. There are no platform fees, no bidding wars, and no hidden charges. Tools and pass-through expenses are approved in writing first.
Why is your pricing 60% lower than Western agencies?
Our talent works from India, the Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Cambodia where the cost of living is significantly lower. We pay our freelancers fair local rates well above market and pass the savings to you, without sacrificing quality.
Is there a minimum contract length?
For dedicated part-time and full-time engagements we ask for a 3-month minimum so the freelancer can build context and deliver real results. Hourly engagements have no minimum commitment.
Can I switch between hourly, part-time, and full-time?
Yes. Many clients start with hourly, move to part-time once they see the value, and scale to full-time as their SEO and marketing needs grow. We make the transition seamless.
How do you handle currencies and international payments?
We invoice in USD by default, with GBP, EUR, AUD, CAD, and SGD available on request. Pay by bank transfer, credit card, or Wise. We handle freelancer payouts and FX conversion at fair market rates.
What if the freelancer is not the right fit?
We offer a no-questions-asked replacement during the first 30 days. We will source new candidates and onboard a replacement at no extra cost. Beyond that, our 96% client retention rate speaks for itself.
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