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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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Warszawa, Poland
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FleishmanHillard is a Marketing Strategy company founded in 1946. The team offers Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing and is in Warszawa, Poland.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Diemen, Netherlands
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Midsize social media marketing company The WebDesign, is in Diemen, Netherlands. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerDelhi, India
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Small social media marketing firm and Recruiting company LH Talent Agency, is located in Delhi, India. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSvendborg, Denmark
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Headquartered in Svendborg, Denmark, Christina Dreyer is a small social media marketing company. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Chandigarh, India
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Launched in 2008, The Growth Box, a midsize Digital Strategy company, is headquartered in Chandigarh, India and Chandigarh, India. Their team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Waltham, MA
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Constant Contact is a social media marketing agency. The firm is based in Waltham, Massachusetts. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hrFreelancer
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Launched in 2020, Imtiaj IHY is a small social media marketing company. Their team offers 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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$250,000+$200 - $300 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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AAUID MEDIA is a PR firm. Launched in 2022, the company is in Dublin 12, Ireland. Their services include Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBristol, England
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Rowan Social Media, a social media marketing firm, was established in 2015. The firm offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Blacksburg, VA
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VT PRISM, a social media marketing firm, is headquartered in Blacksburg, Virginia. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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Md. Masud Rana is a SEO agency. In , their large team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. The agency was launched in 2010.
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$1,000+UndisclosedFreelancerHyderabad, India
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Social media marketing company Connects-Media is headquartered in Hyderabad, India. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Ecommerce Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerVilnius, Lithuania
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SmartRank, a social media marketing company, is based in Vilnius, Lithuania. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Rooftop Talks, LLC is a large social media marketing agency. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Marketing.com is a large Advertising company headquartered in Eureka, Missouri. The team provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Baltimore, MD
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PixelUS Digital is a social media marketing company. Their midsize team is located in Baltimore, Maryland and Baltimore, Maryland. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249
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365 Production.net is a social media marketing agency. Located in , the company was founded in 2002. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999Plano, TX
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Launched in 2019, MIU Medical Billing is a social media marketing firm. The agency specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Boulogne-Billancourt, France
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Effilab is a midsize Boulogne-Billancourt, France-based social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249City of London, England
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Terrier Agency is a social media marketing agency located in City of London, England and City of London, England. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Public Relations.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249
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Mediababy is a midsize social media marketing agency established in 2020. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Sarasota, FL
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Social media marketing company Dealers United is located in Sarasota, Florida. Founded in 2010, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249
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W3teck Solutions is a social media marketing agency. Based in Jaipur, India, the firm offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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Launched in 2015, International SEO Services ™, a large social media marketing company, is headquartered in. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Downers Grove, IL
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Dental Revenue Group, a large Marketing Strategy company, is headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999New Delhi, India
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Does infotech, a social media marketing agency, was launched in 1995. The firm specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$100,000+$200 - $300 / hr1,000 - 9,999Cambridge, England
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ELITEHUB Luxury Digital Agency is a Cambridge, England-based Advertising company. They offer Advertising and Digital Strategy and were launched in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Danvers, MA
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Advertising company DemandScience is headquartered in Danvers, Massachusetts. They focus on Advertising and Marketing Strategy and were established in 2012.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249
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Based in Indore , India, Filmycurry is a social media marketing company. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Video Production.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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Digital Strategy company Intelegencia Digital Marketing Solutions is in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Established in 2009, the team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Cairo, Egypt
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Based in Cairo, Egypt and Cairo, Egypt, Atheel CX is a Marketing Strategy company. They focus on Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing and were launched in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Garden City, NY
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Launched in 2020, Big Wave Content is a social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Video Production.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Kanpur, India
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DigiBhandaar is a Kanpur, India-based social media marketing firm. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Midsize social media marketing company Avantus, is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Thrive Digital is a midsize PPC company. They focus on Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2011.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Hyderabad, India
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Nkxus Pvt Ltd is a Hyderabad, India-based web development company. Launched in 2024, the team provides Web Development and Social Media Marketing.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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Social Assets Marketing is a social media marketing agency. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Branding, and the agency is headquartered in Bengaluru, India.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Waco, TX
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360 Solutions is a branding firm. The team provides Branding and Video Production and is based in Waco, Texas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Estes Park, CO
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Authentic Web Solutions, LLC., a web development firm, offer Web Development and Web Design. They were launched in 2013.
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Jersey City, NJ
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QRY is a media planning and buying agency founded in 2016. The firm specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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SRS Pro is an Ahmedabad, India-based SEO agency. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2018.
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In Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Future Vision for Computer System and Network LLC is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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Glass sticker BD is an Advertising company. Launched in 2006, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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Medsolve Guru, a social media marketing company, is based in Noida, India. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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See all 3 projectsThe Website Mart offers a variety of services, including logo design, web app updates, and comprehensive application development. Overall, clients praise the company for its effective project management, high-quality deliverables, and ability to meet deadlines. However, some clients suggest that offering more technical information and post-launch services could further enhance their customer experience.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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RBS REPUTATION MANAGMENT is a SEO company. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing, and the company is based in Noida, India.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Jaipur, India
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Bottom Funnel is a midsize website development firm located in New York, New York and Jaipur, India. The team provides Web Development and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Scholar Green, England
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Real Agency is a branding agency. In Scholar Green, England, the company was founded in 2018. Their team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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TECHYSQUAD IT INFRASTRUCTURE CO. L.L.C is a social media marketing company. Their team is in. The company specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Mumbai, India
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Webarcitech is a web development company. They are based in Mumbai, India and have small team. Their services include Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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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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31.4/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Iowa City, IA
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30.7/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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30.7/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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30.5/40.016.8/20 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.