2025 Marketing Consultant Rate Guide

Comprehensive analysis of marketing consultant rates across Australia in 2025. Compare day rates, hourly rates, and market trends for key marketing positions.

$1,453
Highest Daily Rate
Chief Marketing Officer Consultant
$746
Average Daily Rate
Across All Consultants
19
Marketing
Roles Analysed
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Key market insights

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Our analysis of 19 different marketing job roles shows the market average at $746 per day. Chief Marketing Officer consultants lead at $1,453, while Social Media Coordinator consultants average $451.

The widest rate variation is seen in Chief Marketing Officer roles, ranging from $629 to $2,200. Rates exclude GST but include superannuation and leave entitlements.

Analysis

Marketing consultant rate distribution

Statistical distribution of marketing consultant rates across all roles, showing the average rate and standard deviations.

The bell curve shows the distribution of daily rates for marketing consultants

  • The average rate is $746 per day
  • 68% of rates fall between $629 and $2,200 per day (±1σ)
  • 95% of rates fall between $399 and $2,200 per day (±2σ)
  • Rates outside this range often indicate highly specialised expertise or unique market conditions
Categories

Marketing consultant rates by category

Explore current rates for marketing consultants across different categories. These rates represent what businesses typically pay for experienced consultants excluding GST.

Leadership Roles

  • Chief Marketing Officer $1,453
  • Marketing Manager $701
  • Digital Marketing Manager $674

Strategic Roles

  • Brand Strategist $1,054
  • Marketing Strategist $843
  • Digital Marketing Strategist $760
  • Content Strategist $638
  • Public Relations Specialist $723

Specialist Roles

  • SEO Specialist $747
  • PPC Specialist $574
  • Social Media Manager $566
  • Social Media Coordinator $451

Creative Roles

  • Content Creator $618
  • Copywriter $648
  • Graphic Designer $602
  • Photographer $1,014
  • Videographer $1,167

Coordination Roles

  • Marketing Coordinator $487
  • Digital Marketing Coordinator $452
Analysis

Marketing consultant rates by role

Comprehensive breakdown of consultant rates for each marketing role. These rates exclude GST and represent the total investment for engaging a marketing consultant in each specialty.

Consultant Role Average Daily Rate Min Daily Rate Max Daily Rate Variance (Std Dev) Details
Chief Marketing Officer $1,453 $629 $2,200 $568 View analysis →
Videographer $1,167 $650 $1,500 $454 View analysis →
Brand Strategist $1,054 $470 $1,999 $558 View analysis →
Photographer $1,014 $549 $2,650 $916 View analysis →
Marketing Strategist $843 $350 $1,350 $219 View analysis →
Digital Marketing Strategist $760 $350 $1,750 $285 View analysis →
SEO Specialist $747 $559 $1,110 $199 View analysis →
Public Relations Specialist $723 $470 $870 $144 View analysis →
Marketing Manager $701 $400 $1,350 $196 View analysis →
Digital Marketing Manager $674 $390 $1,050 $148 View analysis →
Copywriter $648 $399 $949 $142 View analysis →
Content Strategist $638 $450 $950 $168 View analysis →
Content Creator $618 $350 $950 $187 View analysis →
Graphic Designer $602 $330 $1,350 $179 View analysis →
PPC Specialist $574 $450 $814 $148 View analysis →
Social Media Manager $566 $380 $800 $138 View analysis →
Marketing Coordinator $487 $390 $850 $124 View analysis →
Digital Marketing Coordinator $452 $374 $629 $66 View analysis →
Social Media Coordinator $451 $399 $549 $56 View analysis →
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What is included in the daily rate?
Marketing consultant daily rates exclude GST and represent the total after tax cost to businesses. Rates typically cover a full day of consulting work (up to 8 hours) and include the consultant's expertise, time, and standard deliverables.
What factors influence consultant rate variations?
Consultant rates vary based on experience level, location, industry expertise, and project complexity. The standard deviation indicates the typical variation from the average rate, with higher values showing more price flexibility in the market.
How current is this rate data?
Our consultant rate analysis is updated regularly based on actual rates from our network of active marketing consultants. The current data reflects 2025 market rates across Australia.
Are these rates negotiable?
Yes, rates can be negotiated based on project scope, duration, and specific requirements. The rates shown represent market averages, and individual consultants may adjust their rates for long-term engagements.
What qualifications do your consultants have?
Our marketing consultants are pre-vetted professionals with extensive industry experience. Many hold relevant marketing qualifications and have proven track records in their specialties.
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