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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GAServices provided
See all 62 projectsSociallyin is a digital marketing agency specializing in Social Media Strategy and Social Media Management. Across client reviews, 100% highlight their effective combination of creative storytelling and data-driven decision-making as key strengths. Clients report increased social media engagement and improved campaign performance, with several noting appreciable gains in website traffic and audience engagement.
$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Austin, TXServices provided
See all 5 projectsIron Roots is a digital marketing agency specializing in social media management and strategy, online branding, and social media advertising. Reviewers consistently praise their strategic insights and timely project delivery, resulting in increased engagement and growth in online presence. Impressively, 100% of reviewers noted their responsive communication, and over 80% highlighted Iron Roots' proactive and collaborative approach.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is a digital marketing agency specializing in Social Media Marketing, delivering comprehensive services such as social media advertising, online branding, and digital strategy. Across reviews, 100% of clients appreciate their expertise in project management and strategy, with 80% highlighting their exceptional communication and consultative approach. Their tailored solutions consistently enhance brand visibility and drive results.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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Dev Opus Pvt Ltd is a web design company. Established in 2011, the team focuses on Web Design and Branding. The firm is headquartered in Ahmedabad, India and Ahmedabad, India.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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Juiceboxx Marketing is a social media marketing agency. The team is located in Irvine, California, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New Orleans, LAServices provided
See all 16 projectsOnline Optimism is a digital marketing agency with expertise in Social Media Marketing, Social Media Management, and Digital Branding. Their services are highly valued for increasing audience engagement and content reach, with 100% of reviewers noting their flexibility and dedication to client needs. Approximately 80% of reviewers highlighted their expertise in creating engaging social media campaigns and innovative solutions.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Ciudad de México, MexicoServices provided
See all 14 projectsSUBE Digital Agency specializes in Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, and Social Media Strategy, consistently delivering tailored solutions and impressive results for their clients. With a 100% positive feedback rate, clients praise their project management, execution, and understanding of business needs, highlighting increased leads, conversions, and social media engagement. Their customer service and adaptability are also frequently lauded.
$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Orlando, FLServices provided
See all 10 projectsUproar by Moburst specializes in Social Media Marketing and Digital Branding, offering services such as influencer and PR campaigns. Reviews highlight their effective Social Media Strategy and swift project turnaround. Impressively, 100% of the feedback is positive, with clients noting their strong media relationships and deep understanding of client business needs.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Chojnice, Poland
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Gregor Media is a web design agency. They focus on Web Design and Advertising and were launched in 2018. The agency is based in Chojnice, Poland.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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NFTsociety.agency is a small social media marketing company in Taipei, Taiwan. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Other Digital Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Chowmuhani, Bangladesh
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Hasty Rank Ltd. Is a Chowmuhani, Bangladesh-based social media marketing firm and web design company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Johannesburg, South Africa
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Founded in 2010, Creaitive web Studio is a social media marketing company and web design company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Klaipėda, Lithuania
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Panama Agency is a social media marketing agency. The Klaipėda, Lithuania-based team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Berlin, GermanyServices provided
See all 52 projectsMONSOON is a digital marketing agency specializing in Social Media Marketing, providing services such as Social Media Strategy, Online Branding, and Social Media Advertising. Their reviews highlight a 100% customer satisfaction rate, praising their responsiveness, strategic creativity, and ability to deliver measurable outcomes like increased sales and brand awareness. Clients commend their proactive project management and deep understanding of client needs.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 23 projectsVolterra is a comprehensive digital marketing agency excelling in social media management, strategy, and advertising. Their clients consistently highlight Volterra's expertise, with 100% of reviews praising their project management and responsiveness. Notably, 80% of testimonials emphasize their ability to drive engagement and brand awareness, underscoring Volterra's proficiency in social media campaigns and online reputation management.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Gwalior, India
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Digital hawks 24 , a social media marketing agency, is in Gwalior, India. Established in 2021, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Victoria Park, Australia
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Established in 2015, GetmaxConsulting Company in Australia is a social media marketing company. The firm provides Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy, and is small.
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$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Launched in 2018, Sugatan is a social media marketing company. Located in New York, New York, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49
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JustGoSocial Media is a social media marketing firm and Business Consulting company. They are located in and have small team. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Gazipur, Bangladesh
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Digital Strategy and social media marketing company Tasbirul Hasan Ratul was established in 2022. Located in Gazipur, Bangladesh, the team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Kolkata, India
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Backend Coder, a social media marketing agency and web design agency, is headquartered in Kolkata, India. Established in 2020, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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Lemonads digital is a social media marketing firm. The team is in Kyiv, Ukraine, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Marketing Strategy and social media marketing firm A.M.I is based in New York, New York and Dabou, Côte d'Ivoire. They provide Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chennai, India
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Social media marketing company Bose & xBrandMakers was founded in 2018. The company focuses on Social Media Marketing and Advertising, and is small.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49
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Ababil Marketing is a social media marketing agency. Based in Lahore, Pakistan, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Based in London, England and Dubai, United Arab Emirates, RNL Group is a social media marketing firm. Established in 2022, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Innovativ Online Solutions, a social media marketing firm and SEO services firm, was founded in 2015. The agency specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Kangaroo Point, Australia
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Kyck Pty Ltd, a social media marketing agency, was launched in 2012. Based in Kangaroo Point, Australia, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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AISM2 is a social media marketing agency established in 2017. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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The Luma, a social media marketing firm, was launched in 2023. The small team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Surat, India
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Social media marketing agency AcuEyes Solutions is headquartered in Surat, India. Launched in 2023, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Account-Based Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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DIGI SERVEX is a social media marketing firm. They are in Karachi, Pakistan and have small team of experts. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Other Digital Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Dock Social is a small social media marketing agency and Content Marketing company in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Bahawalpur, Pakistan
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LGEOS is a Bahawalpur, Pakistan-based social media marketing company. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Launch My Agency - LMA is a Digital Strategy and social media marketing company. They offer Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing and are located in Oro Valley, Arizona.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Ambala Cantt, India
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Established in 2023, Plan My Social is a branding company and social media marketing firm. The agency specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Founded in 2020, Digital Advertising Hub is a small San Luis Obispo, California-based social media marketing agency. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Happy Production is a small Seymour, Connecticut-based social media marketing company and video production agency. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Video Production.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Virginia Beach, VA
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VII Digital is a social media marketing firm. They provide Social Media Marketing and Media Planning & Buying and were established in 2014.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Midwest City, OK
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See all 1 projectsOKC Digital Marketing Agency specializes in generating leads through platforms like Craigslist and HomeAdvisor and offers services such as social media profile management. Their clients, such as Jimmy the Plumber, report receiving significantly more business and praise the agency's smooth workflow and effective results, although they note the overwhelming volume of leads generated.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Islamabad, Pakistan
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Hypetek Advertising Agency is an Islamabad, Pakistan-based Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Urbandale, IA
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Webspec is a web design company. Their midsize team is in Urbandale, Iowa. Their services include Web Design and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Sanauli, India
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WTechy Private limited is a social media marketing company. Located in Sanauli, India, the agency was established in 2014. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Nashik, India
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eLuminous Digital Marketing offers a comprehensive range of services, including Social Media Marketing (SMM), Search Engine Optimization (SEO), and pay-per-click (PPC) advertising. Their reviews highlight a client-centric approach, exceptional project management, and the ability to deliver measurable success, particularly in enhancing online visibility and engagement. Clients praise their personalized strategies and responsiveness, making them a standout choice in digital marketing.
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IGNITE Digital Marketing Solutions Japan, a SEO company, is based in Osaka, Japan. Founded in 2019, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Tunis, Tunisia
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Lezard & Balthazar is a branding company. Their small team is in Tunis, Tunisia and offers Branding and Digital Strategy. The agency was launched in 2017.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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Headquartered in Miami, Florida and Panamá, Panama, Asylum is an Advertising company. They provide Advertising and Marketing Strategy and were founded in 2008.
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OneDesk Agency is a social media marketing company founded in 2024. Located in Rajshahi, Bangladesh, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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Ramarketing is a small social media marketing agency located in Flordia, California and Lahore, Pakistan. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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Truepoint Communications is a small Dallas, Texas-based social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Bogotá, Colombia
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Launched in 2019, taibagnle is a social media marketing firm. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and IT strategy consulting.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Farrer, Australia
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Launched in 2016, Sane Social Media is a small Marketing Strategy company based in Farrer, Australia. Their team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wilmington, NC
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Small SEO company and social media marketing company LinkJuce, is based in Wilmington, North Carolina. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Decatur, GA
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Digital Strategy company Above Zero was established in 2016. The midsize team specializes in Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Pittsburgh, PA
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Apple Box Studios is a video production company. The small Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based team offers Video Production and Advertising. The agency was founded in 2002.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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See all 1 projectsVirtualAd offers services in ad asset creation, optimized online campaigns, and budget management. Their reviews highlight exceptional knowledge, responsiveness, and a proactive approach to improving campaigns. Clients appreciate VirtualAd's ability to act as an extension of their team and their commitment to delivering outstanding results.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Propel Digital, a pay per click agency, was established in 2018. The team focuses on Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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AdMagneto Media LLP offers services such as website development, Google SEO, and social media management. Overall feedback highlights their professional and organized approach, particularly in UI/UX design and project management. The company is commended for its effective communication and consistent updates, although there is a suggestion to enhance long-term website optimization for increased traffic.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montreal, Canada
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chattanooga, TN
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49București, Romania
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Amsterdam, Netherlands
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Northfield, IL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Iowa City, IA
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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30.6/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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30.6/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience5.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Billericay, England
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30.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Milano, Italy
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30.1/40.015.8/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience4.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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30.1/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience4.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Strovolos, Cyprus
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32.3/40.017/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Birmingham, England
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30/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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29.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Social Media Marketing Agency FAQs
Looking for a social media 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 a social media marketing agency, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
Clutch features agencies driving engagement and growth across platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok twice a year based on a proprietary methodology. The top social media marketing agencies for Fall 2025 include:
An agency brings platform-specific expertise, creative resources, and data-driven processes that are hard to replicate in-house without significant investment. Companies often see faster growth, lower cost per acquisition, and stronger brand consistency when specialists run their channels.
Pricing varies based on several key factors, including scope, platform mix, and agency reputation. Based on data gathered by Clutch, the majority of SMM projects fall under $10,000, with hourly rates clustering between $25 – $49.
When preparing a budget for your social media marketing project, another thing to keep in mind is that agency fees are separate for ad spend and ad creation costs. For example, a mid-market e-commerce brand might pay $4,000 per month for content and management, plus a $5,000 – $10,000 monthly ad budget during peak seasons.
A social media marketing agency plans, builds, and optimizes a brand’s presence across platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X. These service providers are dedicated to partnering with businesses, organizations, and individual brands. Their typical engagements start with a deep dive into audience research and business goals, followed by channel selection, content calendars, creative production, community management, and paid campaign execution. Furthermore, they continually analyze performance data to refine tactics and maximize ROI.
Social media marketing agencies are committed to personalizing their approach and solutions to best fit their clients. Most firms bundle services into retainer or project packages that can include:
- Strategy and channel planning
- Organic content creation (e.g., posts, reels, stories, shorts)
- Community management and crisis response
- Paid ad management and A/B testing
- Influencer or creator collaborations
- Social listening, reporting, and sentiment analysis
Larger agencies often add complementary services like email marketing, SEO, or full-funnel creative to keep messaging consistent across channels.
Choosing the right social media marketing team is as important as the campaign ideas you have in mind. When selecting the ideal provider, start by identifying and clarifying your brand’s unique goals—brand awareness, lead gen, direct sales, or customer support. Then evaluate agencies on these following criteria:
- Relevant case studies and measurable outcomes
- Creative quality and platform expertise
- Communication style and reporting cadence
- Pricing transparency and contract flexibility
- Cultural and time-zone alignment
Shortlist two or three firms, request strategic roadmaps, and compare how each would tailor their approach to your objectives.
- Guaranteed follower counts or “viral” promises
- Lack of platform certifications or documented results
- Vague pricing or hidden ad‐management fees
- One-size-fits-all content with no brand customization
- Poor response times or unclear points of contact
If an agency can’t explain its methodology or show real performance data, keep looking. It’s better to be meticulous than be in an engagement with the wrong team.
- How will you integrate paid and organic tactics?
- Which KPIs do you prioritize for brands like mine?
- What tools do you use for scheduling, monitoring, and reporting?
- How is content approval handled, and who owns the creative assets?
- How do you stay current with algorithm updates and emerging platforms?
When interviewing prospective partners, ask every project-specific question you have in mind — whether it’s related to your niche or the type of service you need. Clear, detailed answers indicate a partner that values transparency and long-term success.
Freelancers can be cost-effective for isolated tasks like post design or ad copywriting. Agencies, however, provide multidisciplinary teams—strategists, designers, analysts—plus established workflows, technology stacks, and backup talent to keep campaigns running smoothly if one person is unavailable.
Common metrics include engagement rate, click-through rate (CTR), cost per lead (CPL), and return on ad spend (ROAS). Furthermore, social media marketing agencies typically combine platform analytics with web tracking tools to attribute conversions accurately and report on both top- and bottom-funnel impact.