Top Media Buying & Planning Agencies
The biggest challenge for businesses nowadays is reaching their audiences at the right time. Media buying can help brands expand their reach and connect with their target audience effectively, ensuring maximum return.
Essentially, media buying is a form of advertising that involves procuring advertising space on relevant media channels such as television, radio, print, and digital. It aims to secure those slots at the optimal time and cost for optimal exposure. The process requires extensive planning and strategic negotiations, requiring in-depth data on demographics and competition.
Media buying agencies are dedicated service providers that specialize in purchasing, managing, and optimizing ad placements for brands. They can handle everything from market research and audience targeting to negotiating ad placements and performance analysis. These agencies are also committed to building strong relationships with media providers, allowing them to secure premium ad spaces for competitive prices.
Before enlisting the services of a professional media buying agency, it’s important to understand price models and costs to avoid financial strain. Most media buying agencies follow one of five common structures — Cost Per Mille (CPM), Cost Per Click (CPC), Cost Per Acquisition (CPA), flat-rate pricing, and retainer model. Each of these has its advantages and disadvantages and which is the best will ultimately depend on the client’s goals and financial resources.
Media buying is a powerful solution when executed correctly. However, success ultimately depends on finding the right agency that understands your goals, offers the best package for your investment, and can guide you through the process.
-
Featured
What are Featured Providers?
$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Miami, FLServices provided
See all 23 projectsAnderson Collaborative™ is a strategic Media Planning and Buying agency specializing in advertising strategy, media audience segmentation, and digital marketing services. Clients consistently commend the company for its exceptional communication, adaptability, and data-driven approach. With a 100% positive feedback rate, reviewers frequently highlight the agency's ability to deliver impressive ROAS, with one client noting an 8-10 times return on ad spend.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Incline Village, NVServices provided
See all 18 projectsEXL Media is a proficient media planning and buying firm renowned for its expertise in advertising strategy and ad service purchasing. Garnering positive feedback, with approximately 100% of reviewers commending their strategic execution and strong industry relationships, EXL Media excels in delivering impactful media solutions, as evidenced by significant client achievements like an 11x return on ad spend and a 311% increase in website sessions.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is a Media Planning and Buying firm known for its expertise in digital marketing and advertising strategy. Out of the reviews analyzed, 100% highlight the company's responsive communication and expert recommendations, resulting in successful campaign performance. Notably, clients appreciate their thorough understanding of unique market needs and the high value they offer for their services.
-
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Carbondale, CO
Services provided
Rygr is an Advertising company. They were founded in 2016 and provide Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49
Services provided
PPC agency Sense8 Digital Technology is headquartered in Bucharest, Romania. They focus on Pay Per Click and Graphic Design and were launched in 2017.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Land O' Lakes, FL
Services provided
SEO company Kill Your Competition was launched in 2015. The agency offers Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Saint Paul, MN
Services provided
Based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, Ainsley Shea is a small branding firm. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
Services provided
Conversion Hub is an Advertising company founded in 2015. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Seattle, WA
Services provided
SPARKVertical, LLC, a small SEO agency, is in Seattle, Washington. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Sales Outsourcing.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Warszawa, Poland
Services provided
Audience Network is a social media marketing company. Their small team is located in Warszawa, Poland. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Irvine, CA
Services provided
Located in Irvine, California, eGumball Inc. Is a small SEO services firm. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Print Design.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Muskegon, MI
Services provided
Launched in 2020, Kindred Marketing is a branding company. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dallas, TX
Services provided
Established in 2008, Commercial Ideas, a small branding firm, is in Dallas, Texas. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Arlington, TX
Services provided
Wheeler Advertising, an Advertising company, was established in 1991. The team provides Advertising and Direct Marketing and is located in Arlington, Texas.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49North Las Vegas, NV
Services provided
Dre5 Productions, a small video production company, is in North Las Vegas, Nevada. Their services include Video Production and Advertising.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Newtown, CT
Services provided
Park Group Solutions is a small Advertising company founded in 2005. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49East Windsor, NJ
Services provided
Located in East Windsor, New Jersey, Frank Advertising is a small PR company. The team provides Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fort Lauderdale, FL
Services provided
Ryze Agency is a branding agency. The team is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and their services include Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
Services provided
Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Innovate By Day is a small video production company. The team specializes in Video Production and Marketing Strategy.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Manchester, England
Services provided
In Manchester, England and Gibraltar, Vega Comms is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Pay Per Click.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Little Rock, AR
Services provided
Agency GWL is an Advertising company located in Little Rock, Arkansas. Founded in 1993, the team specializes in Advertising and Direct Marketing.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Asse, Belgium
Services provided
All Colors of Communication is a small branding agency launched in 2014. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49
Services provided
Kompas Kommunikation is a branding firm. Their small team is located in Copenhagen, Denmark and provides Branding and Public Relations. The firm was established in 2004.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49
Services provided
Headquartered in Budapest, Hungary, Client Connect Média is a small website development firm. Their services include Web Development and Social Media Marketing.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cape Town, South Africa
Services provided
DUO Marketing + Communications is an Advertising company. They are located in Cape Town, South Africa, and their services include Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Arlington, TX
Services provided
Based in Arlington, Texas, Design Works is a branding company. They offer Branding and Web Design.
Read more -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Jacksonville, FL
Services provided
Launched in 2011, Digital Edge, a small Marketing Strategy company, is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. Their team provides Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
Read more -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Fort Worth, TX
Services provided
Ozment Media is a Digital Strategy company. Their team is based in Fort Worth, Texas and specializes in Digital Strategy and Advertising.
Read more -
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
Services provided
Saeshe is a web design company. The team specializes in Web Design and Digital Strategy and is in Los Angeles, California.
Read more -
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New Orleans, LA
Services provided
Advertising company Studio Mundi was launched in 1997. Based in New Orleans, Louisiana, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Winter Park, FL
Services provided
Evolve Design Group is an Advertising company. Their small team is located in Winter Park, Florida. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Pittsburgh, PA
Services provided
Bynums Marketing & Communications, a branding firm, was launched in 1984. The team focuses on Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
Read more -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Fresno, CA
Services provided
Octane Advertising & Design, a small branding firm, is in Fresno, California. The team offers Branding and Advertising.
Read more -
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Raleigh, NC
Services provided
Mellonaid, a branding company, is in Raleigh, North Carolina. They offer Branding and Direct Marketing.
Read more -
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Philadelphia, PA
Services provided
Articus Ltd. Is a small Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-based branding agency. Their services include Branding and Advertising.
Read more -
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Philadelphia, PA
Services provided
Macalino Marketing is a web design company. Their small team is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Their team provides Web Design and Branding.
Read more -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Plantation, FL
Services provided
Rieback & David is an Advertising company. They are headquartered in Plantation, Florida and have small team. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Elstree, England
Services provided
EXP Design, a small branding company, is based in Elstree, England. Their services include Branding and Web Design.
Read more -
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Stockport, England
Services provided
Smith Goodfellow PR is a PR firm. The Stockport, England-based company was established in 1980. Their services include Public Relations and Web Design.
Read more -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Carrollton, TX
Services provided
Beyondigital is a web design agency based in Carrollton, Texas. They specialize in Web Design and Email Marketing.
Read more -
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Colerne, England
Services provided
Peters-Fox Ltd is a branding agency. The company is headquartered in Colerne, England. Their services include Branding and Web Design.
Read more -
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Auckland, New Zealand
Services provided
Creative Agency Secrets is a small SEO company. Established in 2006, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
Read more -
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Marlborough, England
Services provided
.cforce is a media planning & buying company. The Marlborough, England-based company was founded in 1994. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
Read more -
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
Services provided
Launched in 2004, MarCom New Media is a small Advertising company headquartered in West Hollywood, California. Their team provides Advertising and Public Relations.
Read more -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Charlotte, NC
Services provided
TruRank Marketing, a website development company, provide Web Development and Advertising. They were established in 2014.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
Services provided
Advertising company Birk Creative is in Chicago, Illinois. They focus on Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Buffalo, NY
Services provided
Small public relations firm Buffalo Advertising Management, is based in Buffalo, New York. Their services include Public Relations and Branding.
Read more -
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Grand Rapids, MI
Services provided
Sabo Public Relations is a PR firm. They are headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan and have small team. Their team provides Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
Read more -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Ipswich, MA
Services provided
Bluefish Digital Marketing is a branding agency launched in 2011. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
Read more -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Cambridge, MA
Services provided
Founded in 1995, The Williams Agency, a small branding agency, is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
Read more -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
Services provided
Vega Performance Marketing is an IT managed services company. The team specializes in IT managed services and Web Design and is located in Seattle, Washington.
Read more -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Miami Beach, FL
Services provided
Stinghouse Advertising LLC, a small web development company, is in Miami Beach, Florida. The team focuses on Web Development and Branding.
Read more -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Englewood, CO
Services provided
Mail Masters of Colorado, Inc. Is an Advertising company. They were established in 1996 and specialize in Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
Read more
Share your project goals, and we’ll connect you with verified partners who fit your budget and timeline.
Get My Matches
Tell us what you need — we’ll match you with top agencies in minutes.
Get My MatchesWhy Trust Clutch
At Clutch, we believe trust is the foundation of every business relationship. Our mission is to help buyers make confident, data-backed decisions informed by real client experiences.
Every review on Clutch undergoes a rigorous, human-led verification process to make sure it’s valid. Our team of specialists confirms the identity of each reviewer, ensures the project is legitimate, and only publishes reviews that meet our strict criteria.
Verification doesn’t stop at the point of publication. Our Trust & Safety team routinely audits older reviews against our guidelines. When reviews fall short of our standards, we remove them.
We evaluate service providers using a structured methodology that combines:
- In-depth client interviews and ratings
- Comprehensive project details
- Market presence
- Portfolio examples and industry recognition
This data powers tools like the Leaders Matrix, which helps you compare agencies directly. Our research team curates rankings by weighing verified reviews most heavily, so the most trusted and experienced providers rise to the top.
Using this unique combination of verified client feedback and provider-supplied insights, Clutch distills the most important details into clear, digestible summaries so you have everything you need to make confident, informed decisions quickly.
We take fraud seriously. Providers who violate our guidelines may face lower rankings, restricted visibility, or removal from the platform altogether.
Clutch’s commitment to transparency is ongoing. We’re constantly refining our systems to protect the integrity of reviews and support you in finding the right agency.
List of the Top 15 Media Buying & Planning Firms
-
$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
Ability to deliver
36.7/40.017.4/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Media Planning & Buying50% Other -
UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Francisco, CA
Ability to deliver
34.4/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
60% Media Planning & Buying40% Other -
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
Ability to deliver
35.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Media Planning & Buying50% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
Ability to deliver
31.5/40.016.6/20 Reviews5/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
70% Media Planning & Buying30% Other -
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
Ability to deliver
38.1/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
25% Media Planning & Buying75% Other -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
Ability to deliver
29.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
100% Media Planning & Buying -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249London, England
Ability to deliver
38.6/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
15% Media Planning & Buying85% Other -
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Incline Village, NV
Ability to deliver
33.1/40.018/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Media Planning & Buying50% Other -
$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
Ability to deliver
38/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
20% Media Planning & Buying80% Other -
$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249New Delhi, India
Ability to deliver
39.8/40.020/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Media Planning & Buying90% Other -
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Thousand Oaks, CA
Ability to deliver
30.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Media Planning & Buying50% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
Ability to deliver
39/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Media Planning & Buying90% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999Las Vegas, NV
Ability to deliver
27.8/40.016.6/20 Reviews3.3/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
35% Media Planning & Buying65% Other -
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
Ability to deliver
38.4/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Media Planning & Buying90% Other -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
Ability to deliver
27.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
60% Media Planning & Buying40% Other -
$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
Ability to deliver
32/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
40% Media Planning & Buying60% Other -
$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
Ability to deliver
38.1/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Media Planning & Buying90% Other -
$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
Ability to deliver
35/40.015.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
25% Media Planning & Buying75% Other -
UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Pittsburgh, PA
Ability to deliver
32.4/40.017/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
20% Media Planning & Buying80% Other -
$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
Ability to deliver
36/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
20% Media Planning & Buying80% Other -
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
Ability to deliver
32.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
15% Media Planning & Buying85% Other -
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Burlington, Canada
Ability to deliver
35/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
20% Media Planning & Buying80% Other -
UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
Ability to deliver
35/40.017/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
20% Media Planning & Buying80% Other -
$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Las Vegas, NV
Ability to deliver
33.5/40.019/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
30% Media Planning & Buying70% Other -
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sofia, Bulgaria
Ability to deliver
35.3/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
25% Media Planning & Buying75% Other -
$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
Ability to deliver
36/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
15% Media Planning & Buying85% Other -
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
Ability to deliver
26.6/40.017/20 Reviews4/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
100% Media Planning & Buying -
$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Coral Gables, FL
Ability to deliver
35.4/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
20% Media Planning & Buying80% Other -
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Miami Lakes, FL
Ability to deliver
33.1/40.017.6/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
30% Media Planning & Buying70% Other -
$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
Ability to deliver
34/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
30% Media Planning & Buying70% Other
