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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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Pixxelznet, an Advertising company, was established in 2012. The agency focuses on Advertising and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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Small Content Marketing company DBD Media, is headquartered in London, England. The team focuses on Content 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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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Social media marketing firm SEO Houston Pros was launched in 2015. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is located in Houston, Texas.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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Launched in 2009, Communicatto is an Advertising company. Based in Calgary, Canada, the team specializes in Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Harrisburg, NC
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Wsi Proven Results is a PPC agency founded in 2010. The team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization and is in Harrisburg, North Carolina.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Hillsboro, OR
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Hook SEO Digital Marketing is a pay per click agency. Headquartered in Hillsboro, Oregon, their small team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization. The agency was launched in
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Southbank, Australia
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Contevo Digital Marketing is a pay per click company. They were launched in 2014 and offer Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Orlando, FL
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StrategyBeam, a Content Marketing company, was established in 2013. The team provides Content Marketing and Pay Per Click and is in Orlando, Florida.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Palm Beach Gardens, FL
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BlowFish SEO is a SEO agency. The Palm Beach Gardens, Florida-based agency was established in 1996. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Jellymetrics d.o.o. Is an Advertising company headquartered in Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina. They focus on Advertising and Custom Software Development and were established in 2016.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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SEO BRISK, a Content Marketing company, was launched in 2018. The team offers Content Marketing and Pay Per Click and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Maitland, FL
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Social media marketing company On Target Digital Marketing is headquartered in Maitland, Florida. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Hamilton, Canada
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Social media marketing agency HeyTony Advertising specializes in Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization. They were launched in 2017.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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Social Viral is a small Liverpool, England-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsMarketing Blink is a digital marketing agency offering services in social media management, SEO, and website creation. However, feedback reveals dissatisfaction with their services, citing poor project management, delayed deliverables, and lack of expertise, particularly in the Medspa field. Notably, 100% of the reviews are negative, highlighting unmet promises and unprofessional conduct.
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TRAVLRD LLC is a SEO services firm. The agency is located in Sheridan, Wyoming. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9
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Video production agency Copper Sky Stuidos is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. The team offers Video Production and Video Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Established in 2023, Triple Union is a branding agency. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Lucknow, India
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Ad2Box Marketing solutions offers services in Social Media Marketing, Google Ads, SEO, and Website Optimization. The company receives high praise for its effective communication, timely delivery, and impressive attention to detail, which significantly enhanced client online branding efforts. Clients report exceptional results, including a substantial increase in leads, making Ad2Box Marketing solutions a recommended choice for digital marketing needs.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Minneapolis, MN
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In Minneapolis, Minnesota, Ingredient is a social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249دبي, United Arab Emirates
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Chain Reaction is a midsize SEO agency. Established in 2010, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Mumbai, India
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Founded in 2012, Magenta Hive technology LLP is a Digital Strategy company. The team offers Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Dublin, Ireland
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Digital I Go, a Digital Strategy company, was established in 2020. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Pinxit Agency is a small branding agency. They offer Branding and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2020.
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Magnetto, an Advertising company, is located in Kyiv, Ukraine. They provide Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Cairo, Egypt
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IZDAHER is a Cairo, Egypt-based Digital Strategy company. The team offers Digital Strategy and Web Development.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Coral Springs, FL
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Absolute Marketing, a social media marketing company, was launched in 2012. They focuses on Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Aliio Inc offers services in Digital Marketing with a focus on Social Media Management and Online Branding. Feedback highlights their professionalism, timely delivery, and innovative approaches, resulting in improved service efficiency and client satisfaction. Clients appreciate their proactive communication and flexibility, although expanding their service range and enhancing real-time communication could further benefit their offerings.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Chelmsford, England
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Web Wonderland is a social media marketing firm founded in 2021. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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See all 1 projectsVistas AD Media Communication Pvt Ltd provides real estate advertising services, particularly in SEO and keyword optimization, which significantly increased the client's organic traffic by 60%. Clients appreciate their effective workflow and impressive results, noting their ability to improve website domain authority and lead generation.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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Founded in 1995, Portent is a Content Marketing company. Located in Seattle, Washington and , the team specializes in Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Rockville, MD
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Auxilium Technology is a SEO services firm. In Rockville, Maryland, their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Glendale, CA
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Established in 1998, Submit Express, a small SEO agency, is located in Glendale, California. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Fareham, England
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Koozai, a Content Marketing company, is based in Fareham, England and London, England. They provide Content Marketing and Public Relations and were launched in 2006.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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SEO NUMBER 1 is a SEO agency in Lahore, Pakistan. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49West Palm Beach, FL
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Headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, Girard Media is an Advertising company. They offer Advertising and Direct Marketing and were founded in 2008.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Bahadurgarh, India
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Founded in 2018, Walk N Star is a SEO services firm. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and is located in Bahadurgarh, India.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Horsforth, England
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Smart Insights, a Content Marketing company, was established in 2009. They specializes in Content Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Karachi, Pakistan
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Innova Digitals is a small SEO company. Established in 2019, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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One Sols, a social media marketing firm, was established in 2015. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is headquartered in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Mumbai, India
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Webcap Technology - Digital Marketing Company in Mumbai, a SEO services firm, was established in 2017. The small team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Small SEO services firm Brandstory Digital Marketing Agency, is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Hannover, Germany
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SRC Unternehmensberatungs- & Verlagsgesellschaft mbH, a web design agency, was established in 2004. Located in Hannover, Germany, the team focuses on Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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N&N PROMOTION is a small Los Angeles, California-based Direct Marketing company. The team focuses on Direct Marketing and Other Digital Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Dandah Digital is a SEO company. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2021.
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Established in 2022, DizitalMedia Marketing Agency is a pay per click agency. The small team specializes in Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Fourways Media is a small Motherwell, Fiji-based branding agency. The team offers Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49
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Bay Media Group is a small social media marketing company located in Tampa, Florida. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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Social media marketing agency BPM Marketing LLC specializes in Social Media Marketing and Video Production. They were established in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Noida, India
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Digital Kranti is a social media marketing firm based in Noida, India. Launched in 2020, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montreal, Canada
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chattanooga, TN
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35.5/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Amsterdam, Netherlands
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Northfield, IL
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Towson, MD
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33.8/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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34.9/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London, England
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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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$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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$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+$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+$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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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30/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience5/10 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.