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 - $49 / hr2 - 9New Delhi, India
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Brandquest Solutions is a social media marketing company launched in 2016. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Hamburg, Germany
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Launched in 2020, Candidate Fox is a small Hamburg, Germany-based social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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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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Ecommerce Data Soution is a web development firm. They are located in New Delhi, India and have small team of experts. Their services include Web Development and Social Media Marketing.
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Star Machine offers comprehensive web development services, specializing in creating websites, establishing social media presence, and setting up Google My Business. Across their reviews, clients consistently commend Star Machine for their timely delivery, effective communication, and expertise in Webflow and SEO. Their ability to align with company values and adapt to budgetary needs further enhances their appeal as a reliable partner for digital projects.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Mississauga, Canada
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Social media marketing agency Codeteck is based in Mississauga, Canada. They offer Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2021.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Kyiv, Ukraine
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Web development company Zerrno Digital Agency was founded in 2017. The agency focuses on Web Development and Mobile App Development, and is small.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Gurugram, India
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YoCreativ - Digital Marketing Agency is a social media marketing firm launched in 2017. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Web Development.
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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+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Henixweb is a web design company. The company is based in Ahmedabad, India. Their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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Established in 2012, Digital Creative Solutions is a SEO company. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and is based in Noida, India and Fremont, California.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Kolkata, India
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BluWebMedia IT Services Pvt. Ltd., a Digital Strategy company, is headquartered in Kolkata, India. They focus on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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Headquartered in Noida, India, Techventers is a social media marketing firm. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Mehatpur, India
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Located in Mehatpur, India, Swastik Web Technology is a small web design company. The team provides Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Vadodara, India
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Zurich Graphics is a graphic design agency. Their small team is located in Vadodara, India and focuses on Graphic Design and Logo. The agency was launched in 1993.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Jandiala Baghwala, Pakistan
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Web development company ARFASOFTECH is headquartered in Jandiala Baghwala, Pakistan. They provide Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Navi Mumbai, India
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DigiHost Web Services, a social media marketing company, is headquartered in Navi Mumbai, India. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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See all 1 projectsDigi Futech specializes in creating professional WordPress e-commerce stores and offers exceptional SEO services, enhancing brand visibility and generating customer orders. Clients appreciate their unique strategic approach, timely delivery, and cost-effective solutions. They are commended for their customer-focused approach and commitment to achieving outstanding results, which align with their clients' budgets and geographic preferences.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ahmedabad, India
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Founded in 2019, Baby Groot Technocrafts is a small web development firm. Their services include Web Development and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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Established in 2017, Vancouver SEO Group is a SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Springfield, OH
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LEO Digital Marketing, LLC, a social media marketing firm, was launched in 2019. Headquartered in Springfield, Ohio, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9بيروت, Lebanon
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Xpandable, a Digital Strategy company, is in بيروت, Lebanon and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Digital Strategy and Mobile & App Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Nairobi, Kenya
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Empex Digital specializes in developing professional and responsive websites, notably utilizing the WordPress platform. The overall feedback from clients highlights their punctuality, strong communication, and high-quality deliverables. Clients particularly appreciate their professional approach and the additional services like complimentary SEO for a limited period.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Noida, India
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Groability, a social media marketing firm, offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The firm is in Noida, India.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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BlueCheck Marketing Studio LLC., a Logo company, was founded in 2019. The team focuses on Logo and Social Media Marketing and is in Atlanta, Georgia.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Thiruvananthapuram, India
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Adridge Media Pvt Ltd is a social media marketing agency. The firm is headquartered in Thiruvananthapuram, India. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Salzburg, Austria
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LOOP® is a social media marketing firm located in Salzburg, Austria and New York, New York. Founded in 1999, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Omaha, NE
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Established in 2015, Idea Mobile Solutions is a small Omaha, Nebraska-based web design company. Their services include Web Design and Advertising.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Nichelino, Italy
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Parlatoweb Media Agency is a social media marketing firm. Their small team is located in Nichelino, Italy. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Branding company Allegiant One is located in London, England. They specialize in Branding and Digital Strategy and were launched in 2013.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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Marketing Strategy company Talendis is in West Palm Beach, Florida. Founded in 2012, the team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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SmallBusinessHelpDFW is a small web design company headquartered in Arlington, Texas. Their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$250,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Maple Ridge, Canada
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Pay per click agency PPC Marketing Solutions was established in 2010. The agency focuses on Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Muscat, Oman
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Established in 2011, Incubix Creative Business Attitude, a small social media marketing company, is based in Muscat, Oman. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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Hawkium - Digital Marketing Agency, a Market Research company, was founded in 2019. They provides Market Research and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Hyderabad, India
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See all 2 projectsDigital Shout offers a comprehensive range of digital marketing services, including Social Media Management, SEO, paid advertising, and content creation. Reviews highlight their ability to drive improved website traffic, higher search engine rankings, and enhanced social media engagement. The company is praised for combining creativity with data-driven strategies, resulting in measurable success for their clients' online branding and digital marketing efforts.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Orange, CA
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Established in 2019, Restaurant Marketing is a branding agency. Their team offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Hialeah, FL
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DIO STUDIO is a software development company. Their team is based in Hialeah, Florida and Barranquilla, Colombia and offers Custom Software Development and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Central, Hong Kong
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Monogic is a public relations firm. The small Central, Hong Kong-based team specializes in Public Relations and Marketing Strategy. The agency was launched in 2020.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Prague, Czech Republic
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Adcraft is a SEO agency. Established in 2021, the company is located in Prague, Czech Republic. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Lithium Marketing - SEO & PPC Agency is a small Digital Strategy company based in Boring, Oregon. The team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Bhiwandi, India
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(Tvgdigital) The Virtual Growth Digital Marketing Agency is a social media marketing company. The team is in Bhiwandi, India, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Houston, TX
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Local SEO Buzz is a Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2018, the team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. The firm is in Houston, Texas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Burlington, MA
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See all 1 projectsExclusive Concepts, Inc. is a digital marketing firm specializing in optimizing Google Ads campaigns. Despite being acclaimed for professionalism and communication, they received critical feedback from a client, with 100% of the review indicating dissatisfaction due to increased ad spend and reduced ROI. The experience highlighted concerns about their management strategy, resulting in a net negative return on ad spend.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Castlegar, Canada
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SEO Shouts is a small SEO company established in 2020. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49San Isidro, Peru
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SrBurns is a small e-commerce development company established in 2008. Their team provides E-Commerce Development and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Madrid, Spain
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Yslandia is a branding agency. In Madrid, Spain, their small team offers Branding and Web Design. The company was launched in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cambridge, England
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SocialB is a Marketing Strategy company. Launched in 2008, the company is headquartered in Cambridge, England and Norwich, England. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Brighton and Hove, England
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ThoughShift is a PPC company. They were established in 2011, and their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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Blue Magnet Interactive is a SEO company established in 2007. The agency offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Boston, MA
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Cercone Brown Company is a small Boston, Massachusetts-based social media marketing firm. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Wichita, KS
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Small Advertising company Greteman Group, is in Wichita, Kansas. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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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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32.2/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 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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31.8/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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34.8/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Iowa City, IA
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30.7/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.3/10 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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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32.8/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5/10 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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$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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$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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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Kyiv, Ukraine
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34.2/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6/10 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
60% Social Media Marketing40% Other
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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.