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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 - 9Delhi, India
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Digital Dobby, a Content Marketing company, was established in 2020. The team offers Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerMississauga, Canada
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Founded in 2012, web design is a small Content Marketing company headquartered in Mississauga, Canada. Their team focuses on Content Marketing and Other Digital 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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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Columbus, OH
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UnderReported Marketing is a small Columbus, Ohio-based video production agency. Their services include Video Production and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Kolkata, India
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Creativery, a web design company, was launched in 2020. The company focuses on Web Design and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Social media marketing agency LeadGrow Media was established in 2018. The small team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Västerås, Sweden
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Yukwaa is a Content Marketing company. Based in Västerås, Sweden, the team specializes in Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Delhi, India
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Digital Catapult, a Digital Strategy company, provide Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. They were established in 2018.
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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+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Pontian, Malaysia
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Messfer Digital, a social media marketing firm, was founded in 2021. The agency specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Springfield, PA
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The On Fire Group, a web design agency, was founded in 2021. The small team offers Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Burlington, Canada
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HyprTarget is a small Burlington, Canada-based Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Lekki, Nigeria
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CLIKESSENCE, a web design agency, was launched in 2018. They focuses on Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Madhapur, India
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Bavyesh Digital Media, a social media marketing agency, was launched in 2017. The company focuses on Social Media Marketing and Affiliate Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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The Orange Bear is a social media marketing agency headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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AA Digital Dubai is a social media marketing firm. Their small team is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bakersfield, CA
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Impression Media, a web development company, is located in Bakersfield, California. Founded in 2017, the team specializes in Web Development and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Young, Australia
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Outback Digital is a web design company founded in 2022. The agency focuses on Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Agra, India
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Based in Agra, India, MG DIGITAL MATRIX is a Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2020, the team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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Sevenovn offers SEO services, specializing in improving website rankings and online presence using tools like Ahrefs. The reviews highlight that Sevenovn's team is knowledgeable, efficient, and punctual, providing clear guidance and achieving measurable outcomes. Clients appreciate their effective project management and recommend their services to others.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hisar, India
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Daniel Advertisement Pvt Ltd is a SEO company. They are located in Hisar, India and have small team. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New Tecumseth, Canada
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In New Tecumseth, Canada, Immersive Communications is a web design agency. The team offers Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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WeblyCraft is a branding agency. Located in , their team focuses on Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Nottingham, England
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Flare Agency is a web design company based in Nottingham, England. The team specializes in Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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Kapwa studio is a Digital Strategy company. Launched in 2021, the team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. The company is headquartered in Renton, Washington.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Kolkata, India
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In Kolkata, India, DOT SKALE is a small PPC company. Their services include Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Baksar Wala, India
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Founded in 2018, Calculative Risk Taker is a small pay per click company headquartered in Baksar Wala, India and Bhania Wala, India. Their team specializes in Pay Per Click and Branding.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Cedar Hills, UT
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Links Digital is a SEO company. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and are located in Cedar Hills, Utah.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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VIBET MEDIA, a social media marketing firm, specialize in Social Media Marketing and Video Production. They were established in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jaipur, India
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Social media marketing company KayArray was established in 2021. The small team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Video Production.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Salmiya, Kuwait
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Founded in 2021, D'Vista Agency is a small Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pretoria, South Africa
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InDigita is a small social media marketing firm headquartered in Pretoria, South Africa. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Bardstown, KY
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The Social Boutique - Marketing Agency is a Marketing Strategy company. Established in 2019, the agency is in Bardstown, Kentucky. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Social Media
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Montréal, Canada
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Headquartered in Montréal, Canada, Kalos Design is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New Westminster, Canada
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Digital China Group, a Digital Strategy company, was established in 2021. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing and is based in New Westminster, Canada.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Midrand, South Africa
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Digital Strategy company GoNeon was established in 2017. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Târgu Mureș, Romania
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Founded in 2014, Creative Jar is a social media marketing agency. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Yerevan, Armenia
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60 DAYS STEP is an Advertising company established in 2017. Located in Yerevan, Armenia, the team focuses on Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Navi Mumbai, India
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Social Media Things is a small social media marketing firm. Established in 2019, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Hargeysa, Somalia
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Digital Now Marketing is a Content Marketing company established in 2022. The small team focuses on Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Sapele, Nigeria
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Leading Growth Concept is an Advertising company established in 2021. The team specializes in Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Allentown, PA
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Medley Enterprises is a social media marketing company. Launched in 2021, their team provides Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9London, England
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Oxian is a Digital Strategy company. They were established in 2018 and offer Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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Headquartered in London, England, Meta Agency is a SEO agency. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Anahuac, TX
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Garnet Digital Marketing is a social media marketing company. Established in 2022, their team provides Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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Founded in 2021, Spill Water Marketing, LLC is a small Cleveland, Ohio-based PPC company. Their team offers Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9LONDON, England
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Founded in 2020, Digital Optimize Ltd is a SEO company. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Ecommerce Marketing and is headquartered in LONDON, England and London, England.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Miami, FL
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JPRA Media, a social media marketing company, was founded in 2022. The agency specializes in Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Bournemouth, England
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Small Marketing Strategy company Those That Dare, is located in Bournemouth, England. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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Vyrals is a Marketing Strategy company. Established in 2021, the team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Depth Theory, a small Digital Strategy company, is based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Berwick, Australia
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Business Marketing Agency is an Ecommerce Marketing company. Their team is based in Berwick, Australia and provides Ecommerce Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montreal, Canada
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36.1/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$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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31.4/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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30.7/40.015.8/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$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.