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+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsTechgenics Insight Engineering & Consulting Private Limited offers digital marketing and software solutions. Reviews indicate a client-centric approach with timely deliverables and effective communication, leading to significant growth for clients. However, some feedback suggests a need for technological upgrades and team expansion.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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DEFIANT DIGITAL is a small SEO services firm founded in 2019. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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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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Established in 2001, DigitalEffex Marketing & Web Design is a small web design company. Their services include Web Design and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9North Strathfield, Australia
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Boko Digital Solutions, a small Digital Strategy company, is based in North Strathfield, Australia. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kanpur, India
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Marketocrat is a small branding company launched in 2020. Their team specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Brisbane City, Australia
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See all 1 projectsYes Digital is a digital marketing agency focused on social media advertising, particularly through Facebook campaigns. However, they received negative feedback from this client, with no measurable outcomes achieved and poor audience targeting. The client noted their inexperience and unsatisfactory business practices, indicating a need for improvement in service delivery and customer satisfaction.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fort Lauderdale, FL
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DashClicks is a small Fort Lauderdale, Florida-based Content Marketing company. The team offers Content 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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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Yerevan, Armenia
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WMDRAM is a Conversion Optimization company located in Yerevan, Armenia. They specialize in Conversion Optimization and Mobile & App Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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See all 2 projectsSwismax Solutions is a marketing services company, purportedly offering Google Ads and other digital marketing solutions. However, feedback indicates significant dissatisfaction, with 100% of reviewers reporting negative experiences, citing issues like fraud and poor communication. No positive experiences or effective project outcomes were documented.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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See all 1 projectsTripearlsoft Private Limited offers web development and digital marketing services, including Social Media Marketing. The company is noted for its creative design, timely delivery, and exceptional communication, aligning well with client expectations and values. Clients commend their quality work and personal support, finding them a great cultural fit and good value for cost.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Pune, India
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Located in Pune, India, VarityMedia is a SEO agency. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and UX/UI Design and were established in 2019.
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Maaku is a web design agency located in Middletown, Delaware. They offer Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Cairo, Egypt
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See all 1 projectsSEO Egypt is a web development company with a focus on UI-UX and website creation. According to the reviews, the company has received predominantly negative feedback, with 100% of reviewers expressing dissatisfaction regarding project management, delays, and financial discrepancies. Reviewers recommend improvements in customer engagement and commitment to deliverables.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Coimbatore, India
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AGT INDIA, a social media marketing company, is in Coimbatore, India. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Accra, Ghana
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Marketing Strategy company EchoHouse offers Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing. They are in Accra, Ghana and Lagos, Nigeria.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Nugegoda, Sri Lanka
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See all 1 projectsWeb Lankan offers services in website design and development, earning positive feedback for their professionalism and effective project management. Clients appreciate their excellent customer service and responsiveness, citing successful outcomes like increased brand awareness and digital marketing effectiveness. Overall, Web Lankan is recognized for aligning with client values and providing good value for cost.
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Social media marketing firm Growwhub is in Hyderabad, India. Founded in 2021, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, HFA Digital is a social media marketing company. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Mavilogo provides Social Media Marketing services, including social media strategy development, content creation, social media advertising, and community management. Reviews highlight the company's expertise in crafting tailored social media strategies that boost engagement and conversions. Clients appreciate Mavilogo's transparency, responsiveness, and dedication, noting significant improvements in social media presence and business outcomes.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Alexandria, VA
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Joy Riot is an Advertising company. The small Alexandria, Virginia-based team offers Advertising and Branding. The firm was established in 2017.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Ibadan, Nigeria
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Smartians Ltd - Digital Creative Agency is an Ibadan, Nigeria-based branding company. They offer Branding and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2018.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Smithtown, NY
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SMM Advertising is a Smithtown, New York-based Marketing Strategy company. The team offers Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancer
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Social Co. Collective is a social media marketing agency. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy, and the company is headquartered in Langley Township, Canada.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Cape Town, South Africa
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Electric Sheep Creative Agency is a web design agency. In Cape Town, South Africa, the firm was founded in 2018. Their services include Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Upscale Media is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2022. The firm specializes in Digital Strategy and Content Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Skokie, IL
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Al Badsha is a small web design agency based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Hyderabad, India. Their services include Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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Great Impressions is a Winter Haven, Florida-based social media marketing company. Launched in 2018, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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Digital Agency Reseller specializes in Social Media Marketing, offering services such as Social Media Management and Online Branding. Clients commend their ability to deliver promised results, highlighted by increased social media engagement and follower counts. Consistent reporting and effective communication are recurrent themes in their positive reviews.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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Logo company DesignKix was established in 2019. The team offers Logo and Branding.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Lucknow, India
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Digital Homeez is a small social media marketing company founded in 2020. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Orlando, FL
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Based in Orlando, Florida, Intelligent Web Crew is a small app development company. The team provides Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Firenze, Italy
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Aggressive Bees, a branding company, was established in 2017. The team specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy and is located in Firenze, Italy and İstanbul, Türkiye.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999
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Launched in 2017, Lealava technologies pvt ltd is a social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and IT strategy consulting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsZionstek offers digital marketing services, including SEO, social media marketing, and PPC. Reviews consistently highlight the company's skilled workforce, cooperative team, and the successful generation of organic leads and increased business. Clients have found the workflow with Zionstek to be smooth and effective.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Spring, TX
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MSDS Digital Marketing is a SEO services firm. In Spring, Texas, their small team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing. The agency was launched in 2017.
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See all 1 projectsSocial Notebook offers Social Media Marketing and Digital Marketing services, focusing on promoting businesses across digital platforms. The overall feedback highlights their effective communication, prompt results, and impressive ROI, particularly in SEO and SMO efforts. Clients appreciate their professional approach and seamless workflow integration.
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A2 Marketing Digital is a social media marketing agency. The small Tomares, Spain-based team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Branding. The company was established in 2012.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Montevideo, Uruguay
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Ele10 Interactiva is a social media marketing agency established in 2008. The agency focuses on Social Media Marketing and Branding, and is small.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Montréal, Canada
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OODA SEO is a small SEO agency. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2015.
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UAB Balta idėja, a social media marketing company, is headquartered in Klaipeda, Lithuania. They provide Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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Founded in 2015, The Incubator Marketing is a social media marketing agency. The small team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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SquarePixl is an Advertising company. Their small team is located in El Paso, Texas. Their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Koper, Slovenia
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Mobiuu, a social media marketing company, specialize in Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy. They were founded in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Singapore, Singapore
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That Marketing Agency is a small social media marketing company based in Singapore, Singapore. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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Launched in 2016, Shalmie - PPC Agency is a pay per click agency. Their team provides Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Kozhikode, India
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Small SEO agency The Loudspeaker, is headquartered in Kozhikode, India. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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IPLAN Digital Co. Ltd. Is a social media marketing company. Launched in 2015, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tempe, AZ
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War Horse Agency is a video production company. Their small team is in Tempe, Arizona. Their team specializes in Video Production and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Cloud, MN
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BadCat Digital Marketing is a social media marketing agency based in St. Cloud, Minnesota. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Visalia, CA
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Launched in 2018, DIG Marketing is a social media marketing company. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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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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30.6/40.015.8/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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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.