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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tucson, AZ
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Giddyup Genie, a social media marketing company and SMS Marketing company, is located in Tucson, Arizona. They offer Social Media Marketing and SMS Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sydney, Australia
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Social media marketing firm and pay per click company CliqueSolution was launched in 2015. Based in Sydney, Australia, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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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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MakeMeViral is a London, England-based social media marketing agency and PPC company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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Image Advantage is a social media marketing company and pay per click agency launched in 2004. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Launched in 2009, Vitruvian Advertising is a social media marketing agency and PPC company. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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CareMarketer is a social media marketing agency and PPC agency. The team is based in Chicago, Illinois, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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Based in Houston, Texas, Spotter Advertising LLC is a social media marketing firm and PPC agency. Launched in 2018, the team provides 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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Founded in 2018, Tandem Advertising LLC is a social media marketing company and pay per click company. The company specializes in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click, and is small.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Launched in 2016, Click Digital Advertising, LLC is a small social media marketing company and PPC agency. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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NYC SEM is a social media marketing company and PPC company. The New York, New York-based team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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In Osnabrueck, Germany, N3XT.G3N - Sports Economics is a small social media marketing agency and Sports Marketing company. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Sports Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Bengaluru, India
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Launched in 2014, Optimus PPC is a social media marketing firm and pay per click agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bahawalpur, Pakistan
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In Bahawalpur, Pakistan, Fast Digital 360 is a small social media marketing firm and PPC company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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Umer Khan is a small social media marketing firm and pay per click agency in Lahore, Pakistan. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Prime Target Digital is a small Toronto, Canada-based social media marketing agency and pay per click company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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SEO River is a small social media marketing firm and SEO company. Founded in 2009, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Ohana SEO is a social media marketing agency and SEO company. Their small team is based in Hawaii. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Indore, India
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Located in Indore, India, Sachdev Technologies is a social media marketing agency and Back Office Outsourcing company. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Grand Rapids, MI
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Main Feed Marketing is a social media marketing firm. The Grand Rapids, Michigan-based agency was established in 2020. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Key Biscayne, FL
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FORTUNE Marketing LLC, a social media marketing company, was launched in 2021. The small team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Honolulu, HI
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Tiny Little Mustard Seed Digital Marketing, a social media marketing agency, is in Honolulu, Hawaii. Founded in 2022, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Writing Services.
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Social Pulse Media, a small social media marketing company, is headquartered in Connecticut. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Writing Services.
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Bloom Social is a Grand Rapids, Michigan-based social media marketing company. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design and were established in 2018.
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Jenny Schmitt Marketing is a small social media marketing firm based in Pleasant Grove, Utah. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Writing Services.
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Assurity Ads , a small social media marketing agency, is headquartered in South Jordan, Utah. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Writing Services.
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Jency Digital Marketing Agency is a social media marketing agency in Bharuch, India. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Video Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brampton, Canada
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NRC digital Marketing, a Digital Strategy and social media marketing company, was founded in 2021. The company specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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BALDO AGENCY is a small Budapest, Hungary-based social media marketing firm and web design company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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Based in Calgary, Canada, MODERNSPEAK is a social media marketing company. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9București, Romania
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Branding agency and social media marketing agency Cre8ive Industries was launched in 2024. The small team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond, VA
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Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, Tiny House Marketing is a social media marketing agency and PPC agency. Launched in 2020, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Austin, TX
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Steve Ward Media, LLC is a small social media marketing firm and pay per click company founded in 2018. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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Highlight is a small social media marketing firm and pay per click company located in Newtown, Pennsylvania. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9El Puerto de Santa María, Spain
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Social media marketing firm and SEO agency South Digital Marketing is in El Puerto de Santa María, Spain. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Bondi Junction, Australia
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AdVice is a social media marketing company and PPC company. The Bondi Junction, Australia-based team offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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Adsupervisor, a Digital Strategy and social media marketing firm, was established in 2020. The small team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dallas, TX
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Direct Booking IQ is a Dallas, Texas-based social media marketing firm and pay per click agency. They provide Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2018.
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Headquartered in Prosper, Texas, Capital Advertising is a small social media marketing agency and pay per click company. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Mansfield, TX
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Oretu Agency, a social media marketing agency, provide Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy. They were established in 2021.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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In Los Angeles, California, Book New Patients is a social media marketing agency and Demand Generation Marketing company. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Demand Generation Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Wolverhampton, England
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SystemsForContent, a small social media marketing agency and Content Marketing company, is located in Wolverhampton, England. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Reigate, England
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Based in Reigate, England, White Bee Digital is a social media marketing company. They offer Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click and were founded in 2020.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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The Bannermen is a social media marketing firm and pay per click agency. Established in 2013, their team provides Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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Digital Clicks Ltd is a small Pōkeno, New Zealand-based social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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OnSocial Marketing Solutions LLC, a social media marketing firm and Content Marketing company, was established in 2024. The company offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Casper, WY
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PPCVERSE is a small social media marketing agency. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2023.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Nea Smirni, Greece
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SHOWUP Influencer Agency Greece is a small Nea Smirni, Greece-based social media marketing agency and Talent Representation company. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Talent
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Located in Toronto, Canada, Night Day Media is a social media marketing agency and Content Marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Delhi, India
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Red Dash Media is a Delhi, India-based social media marketing firm. Launched in 2024, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Hyderabad, India
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AG X FACTOR MARKETING is a Hyderabad, India-based social media marketing agency. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montreal, Canada
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chattanooga, TN
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49București, Romania
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Amsterdam, Netherlands
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31.9/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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$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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$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
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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.