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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GAServices provided
See all 62 projectsSociallyin is a digital marketing agency specializing in Social Media Strategy and Social Media Management. Across client reviews, 100% highlight their effective combination of creative storytelling and data-driven decision-making as key strengths. Clients report increased social media engagement and improved campaign performance, with several noting appreciable gains in website traffic and audience engagement.
$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Austin, TXServices provided
See all 5 projectsIron Roots is a digital marketing agency specializing in social media management and strategy, online branding, and social media advertising. Reviewers consistently praise their strategic insights and timely project delivery, resulting in increased engagement and growth in online presence. Impressively, 100% of reviewers noted their responsive communication, and over 80% highlighted Iron Roots' proactive and collaborative approach.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is a digital marketing agency specializing in Social Media Marketing, delivering comprehensive services such as social media advertising, online branding, and digital strategy. Across reviews, 100% of clients appreciate their expertise in project management and strategy, with 80% highlighting their exceptional communication and consultative approach. Their tailored solutions consistently enhance brand visibility and drive results.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Launched in 2014, Successful Sites is a social media marketing firm. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Advertising and is located in Spain.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9South Portland, ME
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Eclipse Media Group is a public relations firm. They are based in South Portland, Maine. Their team provides Public Relations and Content 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 / hr2 - 9Tucson, AZ
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Hydrant is an Advertising company. Launched in 2014, the company is headquartered in Tucson, Arizona. Their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Cincinnati, OH
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PB&J is a public relations firm. They are in Cincinnati, Ohio and Asheville, North Carolina. Their team focuses on Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Carlisle, PA
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Established in 2005, Green T Design is a Marketing Strategy company. Their team provides Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
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Write Handed Communications is a video production company. They are based in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia and have small team. Their team focuses on Video Production and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Chennai, India
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Founded in 2014, Init SEO is a small Chennai, India-based branding firm. Their services include Branding 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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Lynchburg, VA
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Be Famous Media is a pay per click company. They are in Lynchburg, Virginia, and their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Indianapolis, IN
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Oppilo Marketing is a small Digital Strategy company headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Their services include Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Jakarta, Indonesia
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Branding agency Edward Aryana Design was launched in 2011. Based in Jakarta, Indonesia and , the team offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Plano, TX
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Kaizen Social Media & Digital Marketing Agency, an Email Marketing company, was established in 2016. The firm offers Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Charleston, SC
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Established in 2012, Brand U Media Digital Marketing | Web Design is a small Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond, VA
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WKH Solutions is an Email Marketing company. The Richmond, Virginia-based agency was founded in 2004. Their services include Email Marketing and Public Relations.
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Apeiros Marketing is a social media marketing company. They are headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida and have small team of experts. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Orlando, FL
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The Florida Web Authority is a pay per click agency. They are headquartered in Orlando, Florida and have small team of experts. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Louis, MO
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EPlus Marketing, LLC is an Email Marketing company. The team specializes in Email Marketing and Other Digital Marketing and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
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DreamBig Creative is a branding agency. Their small team is headquartered in Sarasota, Florida. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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It Media is a social media marketing firm established in 2018. Based in Fishers, Indiana, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lewiston, ID
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Surf’s Up Internet Marketing & Graphic Design is a graphic design company founded in 1994. The team provides Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization and is in Lewiston, Idaho.
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Located in Boston, Massachusetts, Brewster Branding is a small branding company. The team offers Branding and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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Bizz Directions is a Digital Strategy company. They are based in Bhadurabad, Pakistan and have small team of experts. Their services include Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Benson, NC
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Whoosh Agency, a Content Marketing company, is headquartered in Benson, North Carolina. Their services include Content Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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Pay per click agency Click Elements was established in 2011. The agency provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Centennial, CO
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Headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, Blue Zenith, LLC is a small branding firm. Their services include Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Charlotte, NC
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Black Wednesday is an Event Marketing company. The Charlotte, North Carolina-based company was launched in 2015. Their services include Event Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bogotá, Colombia
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Engrafito is an IT managed services company. The firm is headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia. Their services include IT managed services and Social Media Marketing.
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8 Arms Group, A Marketing Agency, a small Content Marketing company, is located in Raleigh, , North Carolina. Their services include Content Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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Located in Lahore, Pakistan, Digital Media Line is a small e-commerce development company. The team offers E-Commerce Development and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Dublin, Ireland
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EverFruit Digital, a small SEO services firm, is in Dublin, Ireland. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Urmston, England
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The Smart Bear Websites is a SEO services firm based in Urmston, England. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Condes, Chile
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Established in 2012, Siete y Media, a small e-commerce development firm, is headquartered in Las Condes, Chile. Their team specializes in E-Commerce Development and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New Canaan, CT
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Monograhm Inc. Is a Digital Strategy company. Their small team is based in New Canaan, Connecticut. Their services include Digital Strategy and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Morgan Hill, CA
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Julee Klein Marketing LLC is a Content Marketing company. Launched in 2018, the team focuses on Content Marketing and Email Marketing. The company is located in Morgan Hill, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Benoni, South Africa
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Leadburst Digital, a social media marketing firm, is located in Benoni, South Africa. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy and were founded in 2017.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Chico, CA
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Method Marketing is a Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2016, the team provides Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Szeged, Hungary
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In Szeged, Hungary, Moringo is a small website development company. Their services include Web Development and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Founded in 2013, The Kool Source is a small Digital Strategy company based in Atlanta, Georgia. Their team specializes in Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bodo, Norway
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Headquartered in Bodo, Norway, Mikalsen Utvikling is a small SEO company. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Ljubljana, Slovenia
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Wallflower Studios is a Digital Strategy company located in Ljubljana, Slovenia. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Clarence, NY
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Founded in 2017, StandOut Marketing is a small web design company. Their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Thane, India
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Social media marketing company SAWM - Digital Marketing Agency is in Thane, India. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Macon, GA
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BIGdeal Marketing Solutions LLC is a SEO company. Founded in 2014, the firm specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9CASABLANCA, Morocco
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Ogince provides SEO and SEA services, effectively improving advertising and keyword ranking on Google. Client reviews highlight significant profit increases, notably a 500% increase for one client, and commend the company's disciplined approach and strong project management skills. Overall, clients report high satisfaction with Ogince's services and outcomes.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Ahmedabad, India
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In Ahmedabad, India, IMI Advertising is a small social media marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Brampton, Canada
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Soshell is a social media marketing agency. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Web Design and are located in Brampton, Canada.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Sarkhej-Okaf, India
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Digital Big Bull is a Digital Strategy company. The Sarkhej-Okaf, India-based agency was founded in 2018. Their team focuses on Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Halifax, England
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Cobra Contact is an Email Marketing company launched in 2021. The company provides Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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Digital Strategy company Trends Marketing Consulting was launched in 2022. The team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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Launched in 2019, Agence Web Marketing is a small SEO services firm in Marrakech, Morocco. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9
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Web Logistics SRL is a web design agency. Launched in 2015, their team provides Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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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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$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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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+$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.