Top Media Buying & Planning Agencies
The biggest challenge for businesses nowadays is reaching their audiences at the right time. Media buying can help brands expand their reach and connect with their target audience effectively, ensuring maximum return.
Essentially, media buying is a form of advertising that involves procuring advertising space on relevant media channels such as television, radio, print, and digital. It aims to secure those slots at the optimal time and cost for optimal exposure. The process requires extensive planning and strategic negotiations, requiring in-depth data on demographics and competition.
Media buying agencies are dedicated service providers that specialize in purchasing, managing, and optimizing ad placements for brands. They can handle everything from market research and audience targeting to negotiating ad placements and performance analysis. These agencies are also committed to building strong relationships with media providers, allowing them to secure premium ad spaces for competitive prices.
Before enlisting the services of a professional media buying agency, it’s important to understand price models and costs to avoid financial strain. Most media buying agencies follow one of five common structures — Cost Per Mille (CPM), Cost Per Click (CPC), Cost Per Acquisition (CPA), flat-rate pricing, and retainer model. Each of these has its advantages and disadvantages and which is the best will ultimately depend on the client’s goals and financial resources.
Media buying is a powerful solution when executed correctly. However, success ultimately depends on finding the right agency that understands your goals, offers the best package for your investment, and can guide you through the process.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Miami, FLServices provided
10% Media Planning & Buying10% Advertising10% E-Commerce Development +7 services10% Market Research10% Marketing Strategy10% Pay Per Click10% Public Relations10% Video Production10% Web Design10% Web DevelopmentSee all 23 projectsAnderson Collaborative™ is a full-service media planning and buying firm specializing in advertising strategy, ad purchasing, and media audience segmentation. Clients consistently praise their effective communication, strategic expertise, and impressive results, including a 10-fold return on ad spend (ROAS). Notably, 100% of reviewers highlight their responsiveness and problem-solving skills, ensuring seamless project management and goal achievement.
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Clients consistently highlight the exceptional quality of the team at Anderson Collaborative, emphasizing their strategic partnership and alignment with company values. One client noted their 'thoughtful' approach and 'talented subject-matter experts' who seamlessly support business goals. The team is described as 'curious and insightful problem solvers,' making collaboration not only effective but enjoyable. Overall, the sentiment reflects a strong appreciation for the team's collaborative spirit and expertise.-
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5.0 Aug 9, 2023Anderson Collaborative is a thoughtful strategic partner made up of talented subject-matter experts that are quick to jump in and support your business goals and marketing objectives. Anderson Collaborative is fueled by curious and insightful problem solvers and strategists. The team is so great to work with and our company cultures align well!
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5.0 Dec 13, 2022Their project managers are second to none, which is why we hired them. They’re organized and on top of their work, which makes our lives easy when working with our end clients. The intelligence of Anderson Collaborative’s team is second to none.
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3 of 3 Media Planning & Buying reviews are 5 stars$200,000 – $999,999 avg. project costRead 3 ReviewsMedia Planning & Buying PROJECT HIGHLIGHT
Lead Gen Marketing Strategy for Coworking Spaces Provider
5.0 — Anderson Collaborative has developed a marketing strategy focused on lead generation for a coworking spaces provider. Their work has included media buying, data analytics, web management, and CRM Read moreWas this helpful?
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Clients consistently highlight Anderson Collaborative's strong value for money, noting their competitive pricing and effective results. One client praised their 'good value for cost,' while another mentioned a '5-fold increase in sales and profitability' attributed to their services. Many reviews emphasize the company's ability to deliver impressive returns on investment, with clients reporting high returns on ad spend. Overall, the sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with clients appreciating both the cost-effectiveness and the quality of service provided.Was this helpful?
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Incline Village, NVServices provided
50% Media Planning & Buying15% Marketing Strategy10% Conversion Optimization +3 services10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media Marketing5% Market ResearchSee all 18 projectsEXL Media is a media planning and buying firm specializing in advertising strategy, media audience segmentation, and ad service purchasing. The company has garnered positive feedback for its strategic thinking, professionalism, and seamless project management, with 100% of reviewers praising these attributes. Their expertise in media buying and audience segmentation has helped clients achieve significant growth, such as a 311% increase in website sessions.
3 of 4 Media Planning & Buying reviews are 5 stars1 new review for Media Planning & Buying in past 6 months$200,000 – $999,999 avg. project costRead 4 ReviewsMedia Planning & Buying PROJECT HIGHLIGHT
Media Planning & Buying Services for Real Estate Group
5.0 — EXL Media provides media planning and buying services for a real estate company. The team supports the client's media strategy, manages paid media accounts, optimizes campaigns, and offers Read moreWas this helpful?
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EXL Media has demonstrated considerable expertise across various industries, notably in non-profit, hospitality, and healthcare. In non-profit, they received praise for strategic media campaigns that effectively engaged target audiences, such as families for health initiatives. In hospitality, clients highlighted their ability to exceed revenue goals through integrated marketing strategies, showcasing a strong ROI. Their strengths include exceptional project management, deep industry knowledge, and a collaborative approach that integrates seamlessly with client teams. Overall, sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, particularly for clients in non-profit and hospitality sectors.
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Clients consistently note EXL Media's strong value for money, highlighting their effective media buying strategies and impressive ROI. One client mentioned an 11x return on ad spend, while another praised their ability to negotiate favorable contracts, ensuring maximum budget utilization. Feedback reflects a sentiment of trust, with many clients feeling that EXL Media acts as an extension of their teams, enhancing overall project outcomes. Overall, the agency is viewed as a cost-effective partner delivering high-quality results.Was this helpful?
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
50% Media Planning & Buying20% Pay Per Click15% Social Media Marketing +2 services10% Advertising5% Marketing StrategySee all 16 projectsHotspex Media is a prominent media planner firm specializing in media planning and buying services. The company receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from clients, with over 90% of reviews highlighting their exceptional customer service, expertise, and ability to enhance ROI and campaign performance. Clients commend their strategic advertising planning and responsiveness to unique business needs.
2 of 2 Media Planning & Buying reviews are 5 stars$50,000 – $199,999 avg. project costRead 2 ReviewsMedia Planning & Buying PROJECT HIGHLIGHT
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5.0 — Hotspex Media provides marketing services for a PR agency's end clients. Their tasks include digital marketing and advertising planning, buying, and strategy for multiple accounts within the Read moreWas this helpful?
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Hotspex Media has demonstrated expertise across multiple industries, including Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, Telecommunications, and Advertising & Marketing. Clients highlight their strengths in digital marketing, campaign management, and data-driven strategies, leading to measurable increases in brand awareness and engagement. Overall sentiment is highly positive, with clients appreciating their responsive communication, project management, and the ability to deliver tailored solutions. Potential clients in these sectors will likely find Hotspex Media's services a valuable match.
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Clients consistently highlight Hotspex Media's exceptional value for money, noting their ability to deliver high-quality results within budget. For instance, one client mentioned that Hotspex Media's strategies allowed them to stretch their media budget further while improving key performance metrics. Another client praised their cost-effectiveness, stating they received great value relative to the services provided. Overall, the sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with clients expressing satisfaction with the return on investment and the quality of service received.Was this helpful?
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Little Rock, AR
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Corporate Photography20% Digital Strategy +2 services20% Graphic Design20% Public RelationsKing Eider Communications, LLC. Is a PR agency. They are located in Little Rock, Arkansas and have small team of experts. Their services include Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Vilnius, Lithuania
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20% Media Planning & Buying60% Social Media Marketing10% Advertising +1 service10% Digital StrategyAve Media Agency is a social media marketing firm. Launched in 2017, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Branding20% Social Media Marketing +2 services20% Web Design20% Web DevelopmentBased in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, MET Communications is a small branding agency. Their services include Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Advertising20% Branding +2 services20% Commercial Printing20% Out of Home DesignGraf Media Group, an Advertising company, was launched in 2014. In New York, New York, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Islamabad, Pakistan
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20% Media Planning & Buying80% Business ConsultingMishal Pakistan, a small Business Consulting company, is headquartered in Islamabad, Pakistan. The team offers Business Consulting and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Branding20% Mobile App Development +2 services20% Public Relations20% Web DevelopmentMagnus Technologies, a branding company, provide Branding and Public Relations. They were launched in 2017.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Branding20% Generative AI +2 services20% Market Research20% Web DevelopmentYRBIS is a small branding agency headquartered in New York, New York. Their services include Branding and Market Research.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Search Engine Optimization20% UX/UI Design +2 services20% Web Design20% Web DevelopmentMr. Framer is a media planning & buying agency. They are based in Sheridan, Wyoming. Their team provides Media Planning & Buying and Search Engine Optimization.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Fractional CMO Services20% Mobile & App Marketing +2 services20% Performance Marketing20% Social Media Marketing&Fine is a media planning & buying agency established in 2023. The team provides Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Content Marketing20% Event Management +2 services20% Public Relations20% Social Media MarketingSammis & Ochoa, a PR firm, is based in San Antonio, Texas. The team focuses on Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Advertising20% Branding +2 services20% Digital Strategy20% Social Media MarketingCAVÉNE Marketing Agency is an Advertising company headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Diego, CA
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Content Marketing20% Public Relations +2 services20% Search Engine Optimization20% Video ProductionScatena Daniels Communications is a PR firm. The San Diego, California-based agency offers Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Orlando, FL
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Branding20% Market Research +2 services20% Marketing Strategy20% Public RelationsBranding agency Tagliani Multicultural is based in Orlando, Florida. They provide Branding and Public Relations and were founded in 2006.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Istanbul, Türkiye
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Content Marketing20% Event Management +2 services20% Public Relations20% Social Media MarketingFounded in 2022, KRPT is a public relations agency. The team focuses on Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Branding20% Content Marketing +2 services20% Graphic Design20% Social Media MarketingThe Word Architect is a branding firm. In Cape Town, South Africa, the agency was founded in 2015. Their services include Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Powder Springs, GA
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Advertising20% Content Marketing +2 services20% Mobile App Development20% Search Engine OptimizationVision Cue Media is an Advertising company. Their team is headquartered in Powder Springs, Georgia and provides Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Digital Strategy20% Ecommerce Marketing +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Performance MarketingDigital Sales Solutions is a media planning and buying agency established in 2023. The team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Digital Strategy and is located in New Delhi, India.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Advertising20% Branding +2 services20% Digital Strategy20% Social Media MarketingAtom marketing, an Advertising company, was founded in 2015. The company provides Advertising and Branding.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Advertising20% Branding +2 services20% Marketing Strategy20% Public RelationsLaunched in 2025, BranQ is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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20% Media Planning & Buying50% Warehousing & Distribution15% Packaging Design +1 service15% Product DesignStomo Mobile Storage & MoveMo Loading, a Warehousing & Distribution company, is in Charleston, South Carolina. They offer Warehousing & Distribution and Media Planning & Buying.
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20% Media Planning & Buying40% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click +1 service20% Web DevelopmentBeyondea is a SEO agency. Based in Bratislava, Slovakia, the company offers Search Engine Optimization and Media Planning & Buying.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Branding20% Commercial Printing +2 services20% Direct Marketing20% Public RelationsAlpha Book Publisher, a branding agency, was founded in 2020. The company specializes in Branding and Direct Marketing, and is small.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Content Marketing20% Event Marketing +2 services20% Public Relations20% Social Media MarketingImage Line Communications Limited is a public relations company. They focus on Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying and are headquartered in London, England.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Advertising20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Search Engine Optimization20% Web DesignFounded in 2025, PPC Majestic is a small Advertising company in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Their team offers Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Event Management20% Marketing Strategy +2 services20% Public Relations20% Social Media MarketingFounded in 2012, Be-cause Intergrated Communications is a small Cape Town, South Africa-based public relations company. Their team focuses on Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Advertising20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web DevelopmentGoadver, MB is an Advertising company. They are in Vilnius, Lithuania and have small team of experts. Their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Advertising20% Conversion Optimization +2 services20% Ecommerce Marketing20% Performance MarketingAdvertising company GMEDIA LTD was founded in 2017. The team provides Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Corporate Photography20% Digital Strategy +2 services20% Graphic Design20% Video ProductionFounded in 2025, The Good Picture by Upwelling LTD is a media planning & buying company. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Digital Strategy.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Advertising20% Digital Strategy +2 services20% Search Engine Optimization20% Social Media MarketingLaunched in 2025, Efficience Strategy is an Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Advertising20% Marketing Strategy +2 services20% UX/UI Design20% Web DesignHeyvii is an Advertising company. The company is located in singapore, Singapore and Vaucluse, Australia. Their team specializes in Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Marketing Strategy20% Social Media Marketing +2 services20% UX/UI Design20% Web DesignFounded in 2019, VAV Digital is a Marketing Strategy company. The team provides Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Advertising20% Public Relations +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Video ProductionAfrica O’Clock is an Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Public Relations and is headquartered in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire.
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20% Media Planning & Buying25% Search Engine Optimization20% Social Media Marketing +2 services20% Web Design15% Graphic DesignKiwi Digital Solutions is a small SEO company founded in 2025. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9istanbul, Türkiye
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Branding20% Graphic Design +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Search Engine OptimizationBranding company Replik Agency Digital Consulting and Advertising Agency is in istanbul, Türkiye. The team provides Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Nashik, India
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Branding20% Search Engine Optimization +2 services20% UX/UI Design20% Web DevelopmentThe Max Brands is a branding company established in 2024. In Nashik, India, the team provides Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Branding20% Event Management +2 services20% Packaging Design20% Social Media MarketingXYZEE Agency is a branding company. Established in 2018, the team focuses on Branding and Media Planning & Buying. The company is located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and Giza, Egypt.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Advertising20% Branding +2 services20% Product Marketing20% Social Media MarketingFounded in 2020, itgrowhub is a small Advertising company located in Jaipur, India. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Advertising20% Branding +2 services20% Content Marketing20% Social Media MarketingSeeds Media Marketing Sdn Bhd, an Advertising company, was founded in 2020. The team provides Advertising and Branding and is headquartered in Cheras, Malaysia.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Content Marketing20% Ecommerce Marketing +2 services20% Email Marketing20% Social Media MarketingSocial Katz is a media planning & buying company. They were launched in 2016, and their services include Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Advertising20% Branding +2 services20% Event Marketing20% Public RelationsIn Noida, India, TPR India is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Advertising20% Digital Strategy +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingAdvertising company Shadow Hills Digital is located in Carrollton, Texas. The team focuses on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Peachtree City, GA
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Advertising20% Video Production +2 services20% Web Design20% Web DevelopmentDrive Lead Media, an Advertising company, was founded in 2025. The firm specializes in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying, and is small.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Advertising20% Demand Generation Marketing +2 services20% Performance Marketing20% Search Engine OptimizationDDS Media Services is an Advertising company established in 2023. Their team offers Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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20% Media Planning & Buying30% Direct Marketing20% Advertising +2 services20% Digital Strategy10% Conversion OptimizationWolf Digital LTD, a Direct Marketing company, was established in 2021. The team focuses on Direct Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Performance Marketing20% Search Engine Optimization +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web DevelopmentTabShil Global is a media planning & buying agency in New Delhi, India. The team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
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20% Media Planning & Buying40% Fractional CMO Services20% Marketing Strategy +1 service20% Performance MarketingAgent M is a small Fractional CMO Services company. They provide Fractional CMO Services and Marketing Strategy and were founded in 2025.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sheridan, WY
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Ecommerce Marketing20% Marketing Strategy +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Search Engine OptimizationGrafads Amazon Agency is a Marketing Strategy company. The Sheridan, Wyoming-based company was launched in 2023. Their team provides Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Ecommerce Marketing20% Email Marketing +2 services20% SMS Marketing20% Social Media MarketingDelix Digital is a media planning and buying agency. Launched in 2022, the team focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing. The firm is based in Accra, Ghana.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Branding20% Packaging Design +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web DevelopmentSmall branding agency Partners and Hawes, is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Their services include Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Curitiba, Brazil
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20% Media Planning & Buying20% Content Marketing20% Demand Generation Marketing +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Performance MarketingSmall PPC agency Linkger, is based in Curitiba, Brazil. Their services include Pay Per Click and Media Planning & Buying.
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Thousand Oaks, CA
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Incline Village, NV
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999Las Vegas, NV
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Miami Lakes, FL
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31.4/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience4.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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30.8/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
25% Media Planning & Buying75% Other -
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34/40.018.8/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Oakville, Canada
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31.1/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Phoenix, AZ
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32.5/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
15% Media Planning & Buying85% Other -
$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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33.8/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Media Planning & Buying90% Other -
UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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20% Media Planning & Buying80% Other -
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30.9/40.015.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
25% Media Planning & Buying75% Other -
$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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30.9/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
25% Media Planning & Buying75% Other
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