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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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Referazon, an Affiliate Marketing company, was founded in 2019. They offers Affiliate Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baton Rouge, LA
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Rankanywhere is a SEO services firm based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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Launched in 2018, Prism Marketing Group is a small London, England-based social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Stevensville, MD
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Small Advertising company Prescott Public Relations, is headquartered in Stevensville, Maryland. Their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Sydney, Australia
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Havoc Digital is a SEO services firm launched in 2012. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Skokie, IL
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Launched in 2013, Pop Digital Marketing is a branding agency. The team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing and is based in Skokie, Illinois.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Glasgow, Scotland
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Blueprint Media is a public relations firm established in 2001. The company offers Public Relations and Social Media 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Eugene, OR
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Optimize Media Marketing is an Email Marketing company founded in 2010. The firm focuses on Email Marketing and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Camas, WA
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Launched in 2016, Foxhound Digital is a Marketing Strategy company. Their team provides Marketing Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ayer, MA
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Founded in 2016, Digital Tradesman is an Email Marketing company. The firm provides Email Marketing and Pay Per Click, and is small.
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Nuts and Bolts Web Design is an Advertising company launched in 2004. The company provides Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Delhi, India
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FNF Creations is a SEO agency. Headquartered in Delhi, India, the company was established in 2017. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Loganville, GA
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Founded in 2013, Social Sphere Media is a PPC company. The small team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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SEO agency Petsaal Technologies was founded in 2018. The firm offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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Bubble Social Media Marketing, LLC, a small social media marketing company, is in Silver Spring, Maryland. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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Grace Life Marketing is an Advertising company. In Albany, Georgia, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Spokane, WA
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Established in 2016, Spokane SEO Services, a small SEO services firm, is headquartered in Spokane, Washington. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lapeer, MI
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Web Centre is an e-commerce development firm launched in 2009. The small team provides E-Commerce Development and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Madison, WI
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M.O.D Media Productions is a branding company launched in 2015. The company offers Branding and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Seal Beach, CA
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Boulevard Digital Marketing, Inc. Is an Email Marketing company. Located in Seal Beach, California, the agency provides Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Orange, CA
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Founded in 2019, eduMEDIA, a small Content Marketing company, is located in Orange, California. Their team provides Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Indianapolis, IN
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SMaac Digital Marketing, LLC, a branding firm, was launched in 2017. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, the team provides Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond Hill, GA
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Lesley Francis PR is a Marketing Strategy company. Their small team is based in Richmond Hill, Georgia. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Muskegon, MI
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Canna Communication is a PR firm. They are located in Muskegon, Michigan and have small team of experts. Their services include Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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Azam Iqbal is a Conversion Optimization company. The Lahore, Pakistan-based team provides Conversion Optimization and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boca Raton, FL
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Based in Boca Raton, Florida, Green Arrow Marketing & Media is a Content Marketing company. They provide Content Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Surrey, Canada
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Panta Marketing is a Surrey, Canada-based Content Marketing company. The team provides Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Razgrad, Bulgaria
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Montedi is a SEO agency. They are in Razgrad, Bulgaria, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Thane, India
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Yelkotech is a SEO services firm established in 2007. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Email Marketing and is based in Thane, India.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Providence, RI
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V+R Digital Branding Agency, a branding agency, was established in 2015. The small team focuses on Branding and Logo.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Leeds, England
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Marketing Originals. Is an Email Marketing company. Headquartered in Leeds, England, the team focuses on Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Launched in 2015, Lluvia Digital is an Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Rosario, Argentina
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Tecnoarea is a small web design agency. They provide Web Design and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2013.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Karachi, Pakistan
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Tech N Digital is a small Content Marketing company. They provide Content Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing and were established in 2019.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Leipzig, Germany
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Capcycle is an Advertising company. The Leipzig, Germany-based company specializes in Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Syracuse, NY
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Intuitive Edge Design is a Syracuse, New York-based Advertising company. Launched in 2014, the team provides Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Amarillo, TX
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SKP Creative is a Content Marketing company. Based in Amarillo, Texas, the agency provides Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Caesarea, Israel
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Bold Digital Ltd is a Digital Strategy company in Caesarea, Israel and Ramat Gan, Israel. The team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Carlton, Australia
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InnoFuture is a Content Marketing company. They were established in 2007 and offer Content Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Campinas , Brazil
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Farnesi Digital is a branding firm. They are located in Campinas , Brazil and have small team of experts. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lorena, TX
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AlliedOne Marketing is a Content Marketing company. They are based in Lorena, Texas and have small team. Their team focuses on Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Miami Beach, FL
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Onederful Pictures is a pay per click agency. The Miami Beach, Florida-based agency was launched in 2006. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Budapest, Hungary
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Headquartered in Budapest, Hungary, PLUS CREATIVE & MEDIA LTD. Is a graphic design agency. They focus on Graphic Design and Pay Per Click and were founded in 2014.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Dublin, OH
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Established in 1993, CPMedia - Marketing, LLC is an Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Other Digital Marketing.
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Flink is a Gothenburg, Sweden-based PPC company. The team specializes in Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Nagpur, India
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The Media Troop is a custom software development company. Their small team is based in Nagpur, India. Their services include Custom Software Development and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Burgess Hill, England
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Launched in 2020, Addicted 2 PPC is a pay per click agency. The firm specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Compuvate, a PPC agency, was launched in 2013. The team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Nashville, TN
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Branding firm Element 47, LLC was established in 2019. The small team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Click Shaper, a Digital Strategy company, offers Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization. The agency is located in Ambala, India.
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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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34.2/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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32.1/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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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
60% Social Media Marketing40% Other
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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.