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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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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Isoftrix, a social media marketing agency, was founded in 2019. The small team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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SEO company OnlineSyndrome is based in New Delhi, India. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New Orleans, LAServices provided
See all 16 projectsOnline Optimism is a digital marketing agency with expertise in Social Media Marketing, Social Media Management, and Digital Branding. Their services are highly valued for increasing audience engagement and content reach, with 100% of reviewers noting their flexibility and dedication to client needs. Approximately 80% of reviewers highlighted their expertise in creating engaging social media campaigns and innovative solutions.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Ciudad de México, MexicoServices provided
See all 14 projectsSUBE Digital Agency specializes in Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, and Social Media Strategy, consistently delivering tailored solutions and impressive results for their clients. With a 100% positive feedback rate, clients praise their project management, execution, and understanding of business needs, highlighting increased leads, conversions, and social media engagement. Their customer service and adaptability are also frequently lauded.
$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Orlando, FLServices provided
See all 10 projectsUproar by Moburst specializes in Social Media Marketing and Digital Branding, offering services such as influencer and PR campaigns. Reviews highlight their effective Social Media Strategy and swift project turnaround. Impressively, 100% of the feedback is positive, with clients noting their strong media relationships and deep understanding of client business needs.
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Elanus Technologies, a social media marketing agency, is in Jaipur, India. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and were launched in 2021.
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Global Honey Bee is a Noida, India-based branding agency. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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SEOJetty, a small Content Marketing company, is based in Ahmedabad, India and Salina, New York. The team offers Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Digileads is a Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2017, the team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49København, Denmark
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Cognito Digital is a social media marketing agency. The København, Denmark-based company was established in 2020. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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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+Undisclosed10 - 49Zielona Góra, Poland
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Heroes, an Advertising company, was launched in 2019. They specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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Launched in 2019, DoreMatrix Games is a branding company. The team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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AdClear Digital Marketing, a small social media marketing agency, is in Noida, India. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Hyderabad, India
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Denary Media is a branding agency. The agency is in Hyderabad, India. Their team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Germantown, MD
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Located in Germantown, Maryland and Germantown, Maryland, Summit Marketing Group is a social media marketing firm. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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Launched in 2021, The Carlstic Group Ltd is a small Nairobi, Kenya-based public relations company. Their team specializes in Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Mannil Kadavu, India
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Pixelsights, a social media marketing company, was founded in 2020. The small team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Tallahassee, FL
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Apini Virtual is a social media marketing firm. The Tallahassee, Florida-based team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Aarya Communications is an Advertising company. The India-based firm was founded in 2021. Their team specializes in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Winnipeg, Canada
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Headquartered in Winnipeg, Canada and New York, New York, Forward Media is a branding agency. Founded in 2017, the team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Launched in 2022, SEO Services Rankstar is a small social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49
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The Brand Daddy is a social media marketing company established in 2023. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Noida, India
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Adgcraft Communications is a public relations company. They are headquartered in Noida, India. Their team specializes in Public Relations and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Giza, Egypt
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Jumppeak, a Digital Strategy company, was launched in 2018. The small team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Social media marketing company Revolts Inc was established in 2016. The agency focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49
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Whimsitoons is a social media marketing company launched in 2020. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49St Leonards, Australia
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Fortem Media is a small St Leonards, Australia-based social media marketing company. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Video Production.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia
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Grupo Hemisferios is a Marketing Strategy company. Based in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia, the team offers Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Yogyakarta, Indonesia
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Zharkwave is a SEO services firm founded in 2022. Headquartered in Yogyakarta, Indonesia and Bali, Indonesia, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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123 total web solutions, a social media marketing company, focus on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing. They were launched in 1995.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pune, India
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Kubera Communications is a Digital Strategy company. Their small team is headquartered in Pune, India. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chennai, India
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Digital Strategy company RVM Digital is based in Chennai, India. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Kyiv, Ukraine
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See all 1 projectsAroundB offers PR campaigns, market analysis, and media pitching services, particularly for fintech companies. Their reviews highlight effective PR strategies and increased brand awareness, with commendations for their professionalism, communication, and dedication to client goals.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vadodara, India
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AdTrix Digital is a social media marketing agency headquartered in Vadodara, India and Vadodara, India. Launched in 2017, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Lahore, Pakistan
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GCLOUDWORKER is a social media marketing agency. The Lahore, Pakistan-based firm offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Herrenberg, Germany
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KRAUSS Kommunikation is a branding company founded in 1998. Located in Herrenberg, Germany, the team offers Branding and Web Design.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Taguig, Philippines
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MCBRANDS STUDIO MARKETING CONSULTANCY provides Social Marketing, Online Branding, and Digital Marketing services, including rebranding and website development. Reviews highlight their effective project management, timely delivery, and ability to increase website traffic, with clients consistently expressing high satisfaction and recommending their services for their responsiveness and alignment with client values.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Cairo, Egypt
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Admepro Advertising Agency, a media planning & buying company, was launched in 2013. The small team provides Media Planning & Buying and Print Design.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Camp Hill, PA
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See all 1 projectsDigital Insides offers a comprehensive suite of digital marketing services, including Social Media Marketing (SMM) and SEO, with a focus on tailored solutions and online branding. Clients commend their effectiveness in delivering timely and precise results, while noting areas for improved transparency in communication regarding project milestones and strategy breakdowns.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Mumbai, India
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Eduavenir Solution Pvt Ltd is a branding firm. Their small team is in Mumbai, India. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Winter Garden, FL
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Trustela Consulting- Digital Marketing Agency in Florida USA, a SEO services firm, was established in 2021. The agency focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Vörå, Finland
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See all 1 projectsRedblace Media provides video editing, production, and Social Media Marketing services, focusing on repurposing content to enhance online engagement. Reviews highlight their efficiency, high-quality deliverables, and significant increases in social media following, particularly on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. The company is praised for its effective project management and excellent client relationships.
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Zero Limit Web, a social media marketing agency, was launched in 2012. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is located in Los Angeles, California.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Cocktail Marketing, an application development firm, was established in 2002. Headquartered in Ciudad de México, Mexico, the team provides Mobile App Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sheffield, England
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Omni Digital Marketing is a pay per click agency founded in 2012. The firm provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Abingdon , England
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BabelQuest, a Content Marketing company, is in Abingdon , England. They specialize in Content Marketing and Email Marketing and were founded in 2010.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9San Rafael de Escazú, Costa Rica
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Web design company ZEWS provides Web Design and Mobile App Development. They were launched in 2002.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Kent, England
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SEO Kent is an Advertising company. They are based in Kent, England, and their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Cincinnati, OH
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UFO Performance Marketing is a PPC company. The small Cincinnati, Ohio-based team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization. The agency was established in 2007.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Lichfield , England
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Launched in 2010, Cocoonfxmedia Ltd is a small Lichfield , England-based web design company. Their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Bruxelles, Belgium
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Yools, a graphic design agency, provides Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization. The agency is headquartered in Bruxelles, Belgium.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Dublin, Ireland
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Brightspark Consulting is a Digital Strategy company in Dublin, Ireland and Athlone, Ireland. The team offers Digital Strategy and Advertising.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Victoria, Canada
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Beanstalk Internet Marketing, Inc. Is a small Victoria, Canada-based SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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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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$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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$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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$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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$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.