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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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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Pahunch Top is a social media marketing firm. Based in Jaipur, India, the firm was founded in 2021. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Murray, UT
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Social media marketing firm Prime Presence was established in 2020. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is in Murray, Utah.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Katowice, Poland
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Louder&Higher is a Digital Strategy company. Their team is headquartered in Katowice, Poland and specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Casablanca, Morocco
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DigitalMa, a small branding agency, is based in Casablanca, Morocco and Neuilly-sur-Seine, France. The team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Idea Masters is a social media marketing firm. Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in London, England. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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In Dhaka, Bangladesh, The RN Agency is a social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Byreached is a social media marketing firm. Their small team is in Barishal, Bangladesh and specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The company was established in 2023.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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360 website studios is a social media marketing agency. Established in 2015, their team provides Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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The SocialSect is a media planning & buying company launched in 2018. The team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49London, England
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Web design agency Lyanweb provides Web Design and Social Media Marketing. They were founded in 2000.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kozhikode, India
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AL KATEF IT SOLUTIONS is a social media marketing agency. They are in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates and Kozhikode, India. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kallithea, Greece
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Upstairs Digital Agency is a Digital Strategy company. In Kallithea, Greece, the firm was established in 2013. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Pune, India
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Lead Squre Tech Pvt. Ltd is a social media marketing agency. In Pune, India, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Webdaksha Solutions is a New Delhi, India-based branding firm. They specialize in Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Randburg, South Africa
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In Randburg, South Africa, Hamonate Consulting is an Advertising company. They provide Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Digi Commit offers web development and digital advertising services, focusing on creating and maintaining online presence for businesses. Reviews highlight their attention to detail, professionalism, and alignment with client values. Despite some clients not achieving desired business growth, Digi Commit's dedication and effective project management have been notably appreciated.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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INFLUX is a SEO company. The team is headquartered in Lahore, Pakistan, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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SEO Agency Zone is a Salt Lake City, Utah-based SEO company. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and were launched in 2018.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Alb Techs is an Advertising company. The company is located in Karachi, Pakistan. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49
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The Culture Club, Inc is a small social media marketing firm. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and were established in 2021.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Jaipur, India
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Digiconnect Online Services Private Limited is a Jaipur, India-based Video Marketing company. They offer Video Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Easy Rank IT, a SEO services firm, is in Noida, India. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Plot Digital is a small London, England-based social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lahore, Pakistan
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Established in 2022, CodeNdCoffee is a social media marketing company. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Established in 2023, Fort Lauderdale Website Design SEO Company is a social media marketing agency. The agency specializes in Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Bamboo Logics, a PPC agency, was founded in 2019. Based in Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan and Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the team specializes in Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Podgorica, Montenegro
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Exacta Agency is a social media marketing firm headquartered in Podgorica, Montenegro. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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IT DUKES is a small social media marketing agency. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2022.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49دبي, United Arab Emirates
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Branding company Numuin Marketing offers Branding and Social Media Marketing. They were launched in 2021.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49London, England
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Times Digital is a branding company. The London, England-based agency offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49دبي, United Arab Emirates
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Velox Tech is a small دبي, United Arab Emirates-based social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Haldwani, India
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DigiPhlox is a social media marketing agency. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and the agency is located in Haldwani, India and Haldwani, India.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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Web design company LiveCristle is in Bengaluru, India and Bengaluru, India. The team provides Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chennai, India
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Tick Network is an Event Marketing company launched in 2020. The team specializes in Event Marketing and Social Media Marketing and is headquartered in Chennai, India.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Mindblowing Agency is a Rio de Janeiro, Brazil-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Kolkata, India
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All About Digital | Best Digital Marketing Agency in Kolkata, a SEO services firm, was founded in 2021. The small team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Indore, India
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Whiteelphanttech is an Advertising company. The Indore, India-based team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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3XM Productions is a small Oxford, England-based social media marketing firm. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Delhi, India
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Digital Soull is a small social media marketing agency located in Delhi, India. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New Delhi, India
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MAX AVEX TECHNOLOGY is a SEO company. Established in 2020, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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Geesha Solutions, a social media marketing firm, was established in 2020. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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Beamcorps is a social media marketing company. They provide Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and were founded in 2022. The agency is located in.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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Webtech Mechanics Pvt Ltd is a social media marketing agency. Their small team is based in Noida, India and offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The firm was launched in
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Mumbai, India
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Via Digital is a branding firm headquartered in Mumbai, India and Vasai-Virar, India. They specialize in Branding and Marketing Strategy and were founded in 2021.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
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Fintech24h.com | Blockchain Agency & More is a Marketing Strategy company. They provide Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2021.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New Delhi, India
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Hypesquare Media, a branding firm, specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing. The firm is in New Delhi, India.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Worcester, MA
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Page Authority, a social media marketing company, was launched in 2020. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is located in Worcester, Massachusetts.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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Ashadetare, a Performance Marketing company, is in București, Romania. They offer Performance Marketing and Branding and were established in 2020.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Handen, Sweden
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In Handen, Sweden, MarketerClaw is a branding firm. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Bimingham, England
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Based in Bimingham, England and Karachi, Pakistan, Kotler Scale is a social media marketing company. Launched in 2022, the team offers 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.