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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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Headquartered in New York, New York, 5Boro Digital Marketing is a social media marketing company. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2019.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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In London, England, Particular Agency is an user experience design agency. Established in 2022, the team focuses on UX/UI Design and Branding.
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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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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Surfside, FL
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Slayer Public Relations is a PR company established in 2023. Their services include Public Relations and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Cannock, England
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Small social media marketing firm Dedred Coms, is located in Cannock, England. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Fort Worth, TX
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Artistic-Zeal Media LLC is an Advertising company. Their small team is located in Fort Worth, Texas. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Indore, India
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Technoware Softcode is a custom software development company. Established in 2019, the firm is headquartered in Indore, India. Their team provides Custom Software Development and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Vilnius, Lithuania
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Interplace is an Advertising company. The small Vilnius, Lithuania-based team specializes in Advertising and Branding. The firm was founded in 2019.
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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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BlackDog Advertising is an Advertising company launched in 1989. The firm provides Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Larnaca, Cyprus
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Web design agency Ideaseven is based in Larnaca, Cyprus. They focus on Web Design and CRM consulting and SI and were founded in 2005.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerSquamish, Canada
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See all 3 projectsElena Catherine Media - Out of Business was a social media management and digital marketing company specializing in Social Media Strategy, content planning, and online branding. Reviewers consistently praised Elena's personable and accommodating approach, with a 100% positive sentiment, highlighting her ability to boost Instagram engagement and audience growth significantly. Most noted her expertise in creating customized social media strategies.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr50 - 249Cottonwood Heights, UT
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Founded in 2006, Sybrant Technologies is a social media marketing firm. The firm focuses on Social Media Marketing and Web Design, and is midsize.
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SEO Rank Smart (My Domain) is a midsize SEO agency. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were established in 2004.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Surry Hills, Australia
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Based in Surry Hills, Australia and Melbourne, Australia, Edge is a Content Marketing company. They offer Content Marketing and Direct Marketing and were founded in 2003.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Launched in 2003, Lead2Action is an Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Digital Strategy and is in Ciudad de México, Mexico.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Launched in 2010, Flock is a midsize Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Denver, CO
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90octane is a SEO company. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing, and the company is in Denver, Colorado.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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John st. Is a Digital Strategy company. Established in 2001, the firm is based in Toronto, Canada and Montréal, Canada. Their team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Headquartered in New York, New York and , Addison is a branding company. They focus on Branding and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 1962.
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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Unyscape is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2009. Based in Noida, India and New Delhi, India, the team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Mumbai, India
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MindShift Interactive, a Digital Strategy company, was launched in 2011. They specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Boston, MA
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SnapApp is a Content Marketing company in Boston, Massachusetts. They offer Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerOudergem, Belgium
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Established in 2015, Amandine Vanderbecq is a small social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
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Kingdom Digital is a social media marketing firm launched in 2007. The midsize team provides Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Jakarta Selatan, Indonesia
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Back Office Outsourcing company PT VADS Indonesia is in Jakarta Selatan, Indonesia. Established in 2008, the team provides Back Office Outsourcing and CRM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Ibukota Jakarta, Indonesia
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Based in Ibukota Jakarta, Indonesia, Transcosmos Indonesia is a Back Office Outsourcing company. Launched in 2013, the team provides Back Office Outsourcing and CRM consulting and SI.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Monterrey, Mexico
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Cuadrangular is a Digital Strategy company. They were launched in 2012, and their services include Digital Strategy and Business Consulting.
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.UYSocial is a small Montevideo, Uruguay-based social media marketing agency. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Creation Agency, a PPC company, was founded in 2002. The team offers Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing and is in England.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Chicago, IL
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Market Research company Winsby Inc was founded in 2003. The team provides Market Research and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Portland, OR
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Branding firm HAPPYLUCKY is based in Portland, Oregon. They offer Branding and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2004.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Greenville, SC
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Media planning and buying company Chumney & Associates was established in 1990. The firm focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Charlotte, NC
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AMP Marketing is an Advertising company. The Charlotte, North Carolina-based company was founded in 2011. Their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249München, Germany
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LOBECO, a Digital Strategy company, was launched in 2014. The team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Founded in 2019, Hedera Digital is a social media marketing company. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy and is located in Leeds, England.
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$25,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Chicago, IL
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Aisle Rocket is a web design company. They focus on Web Design and Advertising and were launched in 2010.
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Perky Marketing is a social media marketing company. Their small team is based in Cardiff, Wales. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Other Digital Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Delhi, India
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Social media marketing company Wall Communication provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They were founded in 2013.
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Fairfax, VA
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TTR Digital Marketing is a Digital Strategy company. They are located in Fairfax, Virginia, and their services include Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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Xwebbuilders is a social media marketing agency launched in 2021. The midsize team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249
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Launched in 2005, Wiper Agency is a Digital Strategy company. Headquartered in New York, New York, the team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Berkeley, CA
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NFT Kreator , a Digital Strategy company, was established in 2020. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Hannover, Germany
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Based in Hannover, Germany and Hamburg, Germany, Heise RegioConcept is a midsize social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Paris, France
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Equativ (formerly Smart), a midsize Advertising company, is based in Paris, France and New York, New York. Their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Bonn, Germany
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Launched in 2007, Rheindigital GmbH is a midsize social media marketing agency. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249دبي, United Arab Emirates
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Flexe.io is a social media marketing company established in 2018. Headquartered in دبي, United Arab Emirates, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Pareto, a Market Research company, was launched in 2020. The company offers Market Research and Social Media Marketing.
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Adactive is a midsize Advertising company launched in 2006. Their team focuses on Advertising and Market Research.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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Digital Strategy company FirstPrinciples Growth was launched in 2014. Located in Sheridan, Wyoming, the team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249पुणे, India
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Vidushi Infotech is an Advertising company. Headquartered in पुणे, India, their team provides Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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MKV Digital is a social media marketing firm. The Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based agency was launched in 2018. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montreal, Canada
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36.1/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 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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33.9/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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31.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 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 - 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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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30.7/40.015.8/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 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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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Iowa City, IA
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30.6/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.8/10 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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$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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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Birmingham, England
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30.2/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 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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$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.