Top Social Media Marketing Agencies
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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+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Bilbao, Spain
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Smartbrand is a social media marketing company. They offer Social Media Marketing and UX/UI Design and were founded in 2010.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Wyong, Australia
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Advertising company LBD Marketing is in Wyong, Australia. They offer Advertising and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2012.
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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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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Hyderabad, India
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Emblix Solutions is a SEO services firm. The team is headquartered in Hyderabad, India, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Noida, India
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Located in Noida, India, Flexsin Digital is a social media marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Indore, India
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Creativefuel is a PR agency established in 2020. Their team specializes in Public Relations and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Lagos, Nigeria
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Social media marketing company Poterby Media was launched in 2019. The company offers Social Media Marketing and Advertising, and is small.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Miami, FL
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Small Event Marketing company Greenslant, is based in Miami, Florida and Boston, Massachusetts. The team provides Event Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Emeryville, CA
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Midsize media planning and buying agency Just Global, is headquartered in Emeryville, California and Austin, Texas. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Brașov, Romania
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Headquartered in Brașov, Romania, Grin is a branding agency. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Kelowna, Canada
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Lexabi Communications Inc. Is a social media marketing agency located in Kelowna, Canada. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Matis and Mary is a Marketing Strategy company. Established in 2020, the firm is in Kiev, Ukraine. Their team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Kalimat Group International KGI is a video production company. They specialize in Video Production and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Miami, FL
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See all 1 projectsdeagency provides comprehensive branding services, including creating brand images, logos, colors, social media presets, and guidelines. Clients commend deagency for its personable customer service, timely delivery, and ability to align with the client's vision and values, often exceeding expectations. Overall, deagency is praised for the value they offer and the positive impact on clients’ businesses.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249London, England
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Battenhall is a Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2013, their team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Social media marketing firm Hit Media is in Colombo, Sri Lanka. They provide Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Fort Lauderdale, FL
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See all 16 projectsNext Level SEM offers services such as SEO, PPC, digital marketing, website development, and content creation. Across their reviews, clients consistently praise their outstanding project management, responsiveness, and ability to deliver measurable results, such as increased leads and improved search rankings. Additionally, the company is recognized for its industry expertise and strong communication, making them a highly recommended partner.
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Founded in 2022, Host Box Online is a website development company. The small team focuses on Web Development and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Glendale, CA
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Avetis Solutions is a social media marketing agency. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Web Design and is based in Glendale, California.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sofia, Bulgaria
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CreativeZ Digital Marketing Agency is a social media marketing agency. In Sofia, Bulgaria, the company offers Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Boston, MA
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PAN is a midsize Content Marketing company launched in 1995. Their team provides Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Karachi, Pakistan
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Social media marketing firm Synage Global was founded in 2016. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
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ZamZam Digital, a small social media marketing firm, is based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249
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See all 1 projectsHire SEO Consultants specializes in Digital Marketing Services, including Social Media Marketing and SEO optimization. Reviews highlight their effective project management, responsiveness, and personalized strategies, resulting in enhanced search rankings, increased organic traffic, and robust online branding. However, clients suggest more flexible pricing and extended customer support hours for improved accessibility.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999
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ZT Technologies is a branding agency established in 2017. In Dera Ghazi Khan, Pakistan, the team provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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850 Marketing, a social media marketing agency and graphic design company, was established in 2021. The company provides Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Rincón de Milberg, Argentina
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Established in 2007, Active Marketing is a pay per click company. Located in Rincón de Milberg, Argentina, the team offers Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Hyderabad, India
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Digitoze is a Hyderabad, India-based social media marketing company. Launched in 2018, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Ames, IA
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Global Reach Internet Productions, LLC. Is a web development firm. Headquartered in Ames, Iowa and Aglantzia, Cyprus, the firm focuses on Web Development and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Mechelen, Belgium
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In Mechelen, Belgium, JIKOODigital is a PPC company. The team provides Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Taguig, Philippines
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Gushcloud Philippines Inc. Is a Taguig, Philippines-based social media marketing company. Founded in 2017, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Hemel Hempstead, England
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Founded in 2010, Logo Design Saga, a large user experience design company, is located in Hemel Hempstead, England. Their team specializes in UX/UI Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Karachi, Pakistan
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DGMUX is a midsize social media marketing company based in Karachi, Pakistan. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Ahmedabad, India
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Advertising company Init Design Studio is in Ahmedabad, India and Mumbai, India. Established in 2002, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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Proweb Tech Solution (P.T.S), a social media marketing agency, was launched in 2018. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is headquartered in Noida,
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Vulpine is a social media marketing firm. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Advertising, and the company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Sacramento, CA
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Launched in 2009, Get on the Map is a social media marketing agency and SEO agency. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is based in Sacramento, California.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Kingston upon Hull, England
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The Shibui Project is a social media marketing company. They are located in Kingston upon Hull, England, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Patiala, India
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Solutions 1313 is a small Patiala, India-based PPC agency and social media marketing company. Their services include Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Guildford, England
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Small PPC company and social media marketing company Overdrive Digital Ltd, is headquartered in Guildford, England. The team focuses on Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Ammon, ID
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Righteous Marketing, a social media marketing agency and PPC company, was launched in 2010. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click and is based in Ammon, Idaho.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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Social media marketing company and SMS Marketing company seopool was launched in 2016. The agency offers Social Media Marketing and SMS Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Web design company CSMG digital is in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Founded in 2018, the team offers Web Design and Branding.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Madrid, Spain
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Hello Media Group is a branding company. Based in Madrid, Spain and Barcelona, Spain, the team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249San Sebastián, Spain
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Dimension is a midsize branding agency founded in 1988. Their team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Jaipur, India
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Founded in 2020, Bharat Mohta is a social media marketing firm. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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Social media marketing company Devoratorii de Marketing was launched in 2011. The midsize team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Paris, France
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Gust Agency is a small social media marketing company. They provide Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and were founded in 2023.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Thurles, Ireland
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See all 1 projectsdesignedly is a company specializing in logo and branding services, with web development as a secondary focus. While 75% of the feedback praised their design work, 25% indicated challenges with project management and communication, suggesting potential clients should prioritize their branding expertise over web development.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Monterrey, Mexico
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Headquartered in Monterrey, Mexico, ZK Marketing is a web design company. They focus on Web Design and AI Consulting and were founded in 2021.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Singapore, Singapore
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Plexxie, a social media marketing firm, is based in Singapore, Singapore. Founded in 2017, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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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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$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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$5,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Milano, Italy
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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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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Birmingham, England
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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.