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+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Opfikon, Switzerland
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Digital Marketing Switzerland is a small Advertising company. Launched in 2019, the team offers Advertising and Web Design.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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Grape, a branding firm, was launched in 2011. The company provides Branding 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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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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Founded in 2004, 1Milk2Sugars Inc. Is a public relations company. The small team offers Public Relations and Other Digital Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Bells Yew Green, England
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Marketing Delivery, an Email Marketing company, is in Bells Yew Green, England. They offer Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Hamburg, Germany
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River Online Marketing is a Conversion Optimization company. Based in Hamburg, Germany, the agency was launched in 2012. Their team specializes in Conversion Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
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Sorezki is a Marketing Strategy company. The Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel-based firm was established in 2009. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Launched in 2010, WITH is a branding firm. Their team focuses on Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Berlin, GermanyServices provided
See all 52 projectsMONSOON is a digital marketing agency specializing in Social Media Marketing, providing services such as Social Media Strategy, Online Branding, and Social Media Advertising. Their reviews highlight a 100% customer satisfaction rate, praising their responsiveness, strategic creativity, and ability to deliver measurable outcomes like increased sales and brand awareness. Clients commend their proactive project management and deep understanding of client needs.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 23 projectsVolterra is a comprehensive digital marketing agency excelling in social media management, strategy, and advertising. Their clients consistently highlight Volterra's expertise, with 100% of reviews praising their project management and responsiveness. Notably, 80% of testimonials emphasize their ability to drive engagement and brand awareness, underscoring Volterra's proficiency in social media campaigns and online reputation management.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Edinburgh, Scotland
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Clean Digital is a pay per click agency headquartered in Edinburgh, Scotland. They specialize in Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Ukkel, Belgium
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McArnolds, a branding agency, was founded in 2006. The agency offers Branding and Print Design, and is small.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Timm & Pimm, a Content Marketing company, was established in 2011. The company offers Content Marketing and Digital Strategy, and is small.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Oslo, Norway
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Solid Media AS, a pay per click agency, was launched in 2016. The small team focuses on Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Paris, France
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Cap&Cime PR is a PR firm established in 1999. Located in Paris, France, the team specializes in Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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STREET TOOLZ, an Advertising company, was founded in 2011. The small team focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Public relations agency SourceCode Communications was established in 2017. The firm specializes in Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Sandton, South Africa
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Small Digital Strategy company Black Snow Agency, is located in Sandton, South Africa and Cape Town, South Africa. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Established in 2008, Digital Age Marketing Group is a SEO services firm. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Lucknow, India
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Digital Jugglers is a social media marketing company. Established in 2016, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49North Sydney, Australia
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Launched in 2009, True Sydney is an Advertising company. The small team provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Thane, India
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Freshbox Media, a social media marketing company, was established in 2015. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Covington, LA
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MOXY Company is a branding firm in Covington, Louisiana. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Reykjavík, Iceland
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SAHARA is a small graphic design company. They focus on Graphic Design and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2009.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Aarhus, Denmark
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Pay per click agency ErhvervsHjemmesider.dk provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization. They are in Aarhus, Denmark.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brno-střed, Czech Republic
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Agentura Foxy.cz, s.r.o. Is a PPC company founded in 2014. In Brno-střed, Czech Republic, the team offers Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Lahore, Pakistan
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Umer Anees Digital Marketing Agency is a SEO company. Founded in 2015, their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Hyderabad, India
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FMIM is a small PPC company. They offer Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2014.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Slough, England
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Syptus Engage is a Content Marketing company. Based in Gurgaon, England and Slough, England, the team offers Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$25,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Washington, DC
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Advertising company CULTURE ONE WORLD was launched in 2011. The team offers Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Bhubaneswar, India
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Launched in 2012, Cakiweb Solutions is a small SEO agency. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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HubDigiTech is a SEO agency. Their small team is headquartered in Noida, India and provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. The firm was established in 2016.
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Rajshahi, Bangladesh
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Xerone IT offers cloud-based software development services, specializing in automating Facebook Messenger responses and creating eCommerce platforms within Messenger. Overall, feedback indicates that Xerone IT delivers on its promises with effective communication and excellent project management, particularly praised for their technical expertise and adherence to timelines.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Singapore, Singapore
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D'Marketing Agency is a SEO agency launched in 2020. Headquartered in Singapore, Singapore, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Social media marketing firm Quality Ads is based in thrissur, India. Founded in 2015, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Redcliffe, Australia
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Founded in 2015, Traction Factory is a web design company. The small team offers Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Brandcare Digital, a small social media marketing agency, is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Jakarta, Indonesia
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Social media marketing company Future Mediatrix Group is located in Jakarta, Indonesia. Established in 2009, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Video Production.
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Digivend Institute is a social media marketing company. They are based in Noida, India and have small team of experts. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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Mochee, Inc. Savvy Social Media is a social media marketing company. The agency is located in Miami, Florida and Tampa, Florida. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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VonClaro is a Canada-based Advertising company. They offer Advertising and Digital Strategy and were launched in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Mumbai, India
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Social media marketing agency Bright Brain Marketing Technologies LLP was established in 2012. The agency specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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Founded in 2012, Snetzweb Pvt. Ltd. Is a small Ahmedabad, India-based social media marketing agency. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Cleveland, OH
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Blue Star Design is a social media marketing company. They are located in Cleveland, Ohio and have small team. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, Canada
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Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada and Jundiai, Brazil, Agency Madison is an Advertising company. They provide Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Zirakpur, India
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Web design agency NetBluez was founded in 2005. The firm provides Web Design and UX/UI Design, and is small.
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Avanti Creativo is a Fort Lauderdale, Florida-based branding firm. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Located in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Success Gainer is a small SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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Evergreen Digital Marketing is a small social media marketing agency located in Middleville, Michigan. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Wudinfyre digital marketing is a small Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based Other Digital Marketing company. Their services include Other Digital Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Portland, ME
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See all 1 projectsGlacial Multimedia specializes in medical website design, SEO, and PPC services. The overall feedback from their clients highlights their deep expertise, timely delivery, and ability to generate measurable outcomes such as increased leads and improved search engine rankings. Glacial Multimedia is recognized for its high ratings, good cultural fit, and value for cost.
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Tampa, FL
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See all 1 projectsGhostwriting Services offers a comprehensive range of writing and editing services, including website content creation, book writing, editing, and proofreading. Reviews indicate clients highly appreciate their attention to detail, strong communication, and project management skills. Overall, Ghostwriting Services is praised for delivering high-quality work within agreed timelines, though managing client expectations and adapting to new technologies are areas for potential improvement.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Ciudad de México, Mexico
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User experience agency IA interactive is based in Ciudad de México, Mexico and Morelia, Mexico. Their services include UX/UI Design and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montreal, Canada
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35.7/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249
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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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30.7/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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.