Top Digital Marketing Agencies in Los Angeles
Los Angeles isn’t just the entertainment capital of the world—it’s also home to a booming tech and startup scene stretching from Silicon Beach to Downtown. Whether you need a full-service marketing partner, a web design agency in Los Angeles, or a niche SEO digital marketing agency, the right local firm can amplify your reach in one of the most competitive markets on earth.
Clutch makes that search easier. Every agency listed here has been vetted through our rigorous, interview-based review process, so you can filter partners by budget, industry focus, or specific services like social media marketing or PPC. Use the comparison tools, read first-hand client feedback, and connect with a Los Angeles marketing agency that fits your goals and timeline.
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For regional options, explore firms in nearby markets: San Diego digital marketing agencies or San Francisco digital marketing agencies. You can also widen your search using our directory of Top Digital Marketing Agencies in California.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Serves Los Angeles, CAServices provided
See all 117 projectsFunnel Boost Media is a digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, web design, and PPC management. Across their reviews, 100% of clients praised their communication and ability to deliver on promises. The firm is consistently recognized for enhancing online visibility and generating leads, with 71% of reviews highlighting improvements in SEO and website design. No areas for improvement were noted, indicating high client satisfaction.
$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Serves Los Angeles, CAServices provided
See all 147 projectsIntero Digital is a digital marketing agency offering services such as SEO, web design, and digital advertising. While 75% of reviews highlight successful project management and measurable improvements in SEO rankings and lead generation, 25% report unsatisfactory outcomes, mainly due to inadequate service delivery and unmet deadlines. Their ability to integrate various digital marketing strategies is frequently praised.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves Los Angeles, CAServices provided
See all 108 projectsThrive Internet Marketing Agency is a digital marketing firm specializing in SEO, Google Ads, social media management, and web development. The majority of reviews, approximately 90%, highlight their responsiveness, professionalism, and effective communication. While clients appreciate their proactive approach and consistent project delivery, 20% noted the need for deeper industry understanding and a more hands-on approach.
$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Serves Los Angeles, CAServices provided
See all 367 projectsDisruptive Advertising is a digital marketing agency offering a full spectrum of services including PPC management, SEO, and strategic ad campaigns. Reviews indicate a high satisfaction rate, with approximately 88% of clients praising their personalized, data-driven approaches and proactive communication. However, one review highlights challenges in handling larger budgets and emphasizes caution for companies with substantial marketing funds.
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AdTector is a small West Hollywood, California-based Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Bread & Butter PR is a website development company. They are in Los Angeles, California and Dallas, Texas, and their services include Web Development and Advertising.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CAServices provided
See all 18 projectsTop Growth Marketing INC is a comprehensive digital marketing agency specializing in paid advertising, email, and SMS marketing across multiple platforms. Their reviews highlight exceptional project management, responsiveness, and results-driven strategies. With 100% positive feedback, clients consistently commend their alignment with company values, effective communication, and ability to significantly improve sales, ROI, and customer retention.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves Los Angeles, CAServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is a digital marketing agency specializing in omnichannel digital and traditional media services, including social media advertising, SEO, and media strategy. Across their reviews, 100% of clients praise their expertise and impactful results, particularly highlighting improved ROI and audience targeting. The agency is also commended for its organized project management and responsiveness, though 14% of reviewers suggest slight improvements in communication during quieter periods. Overall, Hotspex Media is recognized for seamlessly integrating insights into strategic media executions.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Redondo Beach, CA
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Localite LA is a social media marketing firm. Headquartered in Redondo Beach, California, their small team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Web Design. The company was established in 2012.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Volcanic Star, LLC is a web development firm. Established in 2013, the company is in Los Angeles, California and. Their services include Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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LIVALTO is a web design agency. They are headquartered in Los Angeles, California, and their services include Web Design and Branding.
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Native Foreign is a Content Marketing company. The team is in Culver City, California, and their services include Content Marketing and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Established in 2017, TFN MEDIA GROUP is a social media marketing firm. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Big Brain Marketing, a small branding agency, is in Los Angeles, California. Their services include Branding and Direct Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249West Hollywood, CA
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Michele Marie PR, a public relations agency, was launched in 2007. The team focuses on Public Relations and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Torrance, CA
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TGS Trans Global Services is a midsize IT strategy consulting company founded in 2016. Their services include IT strategy consulting and Web Development.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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JS2 PR is a public relations company. They were founded in 2001 and offer Public Relations and Branding.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49El Segundo, CA
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Brand Collective is an Advertising company. They are in Coral Gables, Florida and El Segundo, California, and their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Santa Monica, CA
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Capture Media is a SEO agency. Based in Santa Monica, California, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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LA Local SEO is a SEO agency. The small Los Angeles, California-based team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing. The agency was founded in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bellflower, CA
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SoCal Digital Agency, a small SEO company, is in Bellflower, California. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Behave Agency is a small social media marketing agency launched in 2022. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Seal Beach, CA
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Mason is a web design company. Headquartered in Seal Beach, California, their small team focuses on Web Design and Web Development. The firm was launched in 2017.
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Ionic Media, an Advertising company, was established in 2002. The team focuses on Advertising and Search Engine Optimization and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49El Segundo, CA
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Red Lorry Yellow Lorry is a PR firm. In London, England and Boston, Massachusetts, the agency provides Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Kastner & Partners is an Advertising company founded in 1985. The company specializes in Advertising and Branding, and is midsize.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerLos Angeles, CA
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Established in 2015, Website Pro USA is an Advertising company. The company provides Advertising and Branding, and is small.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9South Pasadena, CA
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Blac Flag is a Business Consulting company. They were founded in 2022 and provide Business Consulting and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Eleven AM, an AR/VR development company, provide AR/VR development and Content Marketing. They were launched in 2013.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Long Beach, CA
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See all 1 projectsKAMGRAPHICA is an SEO agency known for its professionalism and expertise in enhancing online visibility through strategic keyword ranking and SEO optimization. The company receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with clients praising their responsive communication and effective results in driving increased web traffic and engagement. Approximately 100% of reviewers commend their ability to tailor strategies to specific industry needs and provide clear guidance throughout the project.
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Wildlife is an AR/VR development company. Their small team of employees is based in Culver City, California. Their team specializes in AR/VR development and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Nakada Design is a branding agency. In Los Angeles, California, the firm was established in 2023. Their team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Primary Aim Content Creation Agency is a small Los Angeles, California-based Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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SFV Leads Marketing is a Digital Strategy company. Based in Los Angeles, California, the team offers Digital Strategy and Advertising.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Launched in 2023, StartGrowScale.Ai is a small Digital Strategy company. Their team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Launched in 2020, 2113 Labs is a social media marketing company. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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Lead Discovery is a social media marketing agency. In Los Angeles, California, the agency was launched in 2020. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Established in 2008, IWORKS Agency is a web development firm. Their services include Web Development and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49La Palma, CA
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DK Website Design is a branding firm headquartered in La Palma, California. They offer Branding and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Commerce, CA
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GNR8 Media is an Advertising company. Based in Commerce, California, their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Glendale, CA
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See all 1 projectsSotena Business Solutions offers rebranding and web development services, focusing on digital excellence and strategic innovation. The reviews highlight their ability to enhance market positions and operational efficiency, with commendable project management and a client-oriented approach. Clients appreciate their commitment to aligning business efforts with meaningful purposes, though expanding strategic partnerships could further enhance their offerings.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Santa Monica, CA
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Cygnus Designs is a social media marketing agency. The Santa Monica, California-based team offers Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Aussie Cyberon is a web development firm. They were founded in 2025, and their services include Web Development and Social Media Marketing.
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See all 1 projectsNestled in the vibrant heart of Long Beach, The Nation Publishers is a leading force in the literary world. Our dedicated team brings stories to fruition, offering a collaborative space for
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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See all 1 projectsQodeStar is a modern mobile app agency that helps businesses turn ideas into polished, high-performing digital products. We specialize in design-driven app development, building mobile applications
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Santa Monica, CA
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Upsurge Solutions is a SEO agency. They are located in Santa Monica, California and have small team. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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Search engine optimization audit is a SEO agency. Their small team of employees is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Glendale, CA
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Based in Glendale, California, Amaze Logo is a midsize branding firm. Their services include Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Culver City, CA
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Summit Amazon LA is a pay per click company established in 2020. The firm focuses on Pay Per Click and Conversion Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Altadena, CA
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Established in 2017, Demand Infotech Solutions is a branding firm. The team provides Branding and Market Research.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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See all 1 projectsMadcom Publishers offers expert ghostwriting and book publishing services, focusing on personalized consultation and professional quality. Their reviews highlight effective project management, timely delivery, and exceptional support for authors, particularly first-time authors. However, there is room for improvement in providing more detailed updates on project progress.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Cheront is a Los Angeles, California-based web design agency. They focus on Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Based in Los Angeles, California, Moriarty SEM is a small SEO services firm. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Account-Based Marketing.
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Founded in 2016, The Wiki Publishers is a PR firm. Their team specializes in Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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MarketplaceOps is a PPC agency. Located in Los Angeles, California, their midsize team focuses on Pay Per Click and Conversion Optimization. The firm was founded in 2014.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9La Mirada, CA
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Northern Launch is a PPC company. Established in 2008, the team specializes in Pay Per Click and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Beverly Hills, CA
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9El Segundo, CA
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Los Angeles Digital Marketing Agency FAQs
Budgets for hiring a Los Angeles-based digital marketing agency vary widely depending on several key factors, including team size, creative requirements, and project scope. Based on Clutch data, here’s what you can expect:
- Local SEO or single-channel PPC: $2,000 – $5,000 per month
- Full-service retainer, covering multi-channel strategies: $7,000 – $25,000+ per month
- Hourly consulting and strategy workshops: $125 – $250 per hour
Experienced agencies with Hollywood-level production or extensive influencer networks often price at the higher end. Always request itemized proposals to see where the spending goes.
Los Angeles-based digital marketing agencies cater to more than entertainment markets, but they also have experience with various industries such as:
- Film, TV, and music
- E-commerce and DTC fashion
- Health and wellness (think biotech corridors near UCLA and Cedars-Sinai)
- SaaS and fintech startups in Silicon Beach
- Hospitality, food and beverage
- Automotive and mobility tech
Many firms also double as social media marketing agencies in Los Angeles, leveraging influencers for lifestyle, beauty, and gaming brands.
- Define goals—lead generation, brand awareness, or sales.
- Short-list agencies with proven results in your industry niche.
- Check Clutch reviews for project size, communication style, and ROI metrics.
- Ask for local case studies, not just national wins.
- Evaluate team structure—Will you get senior strategists or only juniors?
- Compare proposals side-by-side for deliverables, timelines, and KPIs.
Use Clutch filters to narrow by budget, hourly rate, or certified platforms like Shopify or HubSpot.
- Guaranteed #1 rankings or overnight results
- Vague pricing without line-item deliverables
- One-size-fits-all packages that ignore your business model
- Minimal transparency on media spend vs. management fees
- High staff turnover—ask who will actually handle your account
- No mention of data privacy or California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) compliance
If an agency can’t explain how they’ll measure success beyond vanity metrics, keep searching.
For these reasons:
• Local insight: LA agencies understand neighborhood micro-cultures from Venice to the Valley, letting them craft hyper-relevant creative. • Industry access: Proximity to media studios, record labels, and Fortune 500 headquarters (Disney, Snap, Netflix) means stronger relationships for co-branding or PR. • Time-zone alignment: Real-time collaboration with West Coast teams and same-day responses for Pacific Time stakeholders. • In-person production: Shoot video, UGC, or product photos on-site without costly travel.