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.
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$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 17 projectsEXL Media is a proficient media planning and buying firm that excels in advertising strategy and ad service purchasing. They receive overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers praising their strategic approach and effective project management. Clients consistently commend their expertise in media audience segmentation and their ability to secure excellent advertising deals, resulting in significant business growth.
$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.
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Established in 2012, eMediaLink is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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Market Media is an Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Branding, and the company is headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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Communique Advertising is a small Advertising company founded in 1995. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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Walnut Communications is an Advertising company. Based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the agency provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9الشارقة, United Arab Emirates
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Ad-all Advertising is a small الشارقة, United Arab Emirates-based Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Email Marketing.
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Located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, C&H Communications is a small Event Marketing company. The team focuses on Event Marketing and Public Relations.
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Emerald Events and Exhibitions is an Event Marketing company. The team provides Event Marketing and Email Marketing and is headquartered in دبي, United Arab Emirates.
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Event Marketing company OPlus is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. They provide Event Marketing and AR/VR development.
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Established in 2014, Pixel Digital Marketing is a Digital Strategy company. The team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Edge Marketing Services, an Event Marketing company, was established in 2008. They specializes in Event Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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Advertising company ERA Advertising & Communications provides Advertising and Branding. They were founded in 2007.
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Video production company Whiz Media is headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Video Production and Advertising.
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Avant Communication, an Advertising company, was established in 2004. The small team offers Advertising and Branding.
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MasterMind PR & Communications is a small Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based public relations agency. The team provides Public Relations and Event Marketing.
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PR company Lingo Orbit was founded in 2016. The team specializes in Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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M5 Agency is a Phoenix, Arizona-based Advertising company. Founded in 2012, the team offers Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Charlotte, NC
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Ashland Advertising is a small Marketing Strategy company launched in 2008. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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Advertising company Greenspon Advertising was founded in 2004. The company specializes in Advertising and Branding, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Upper Arlington, OH
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Herb Gillen Advertising is an Advertising company located in Upper Arlington, Ohio. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Nairobi, Kenya
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Gorety Kester Communications is an Advertising company established in 2015. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Honolulu, HI
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Advertising company Core Group One, Inc. Was launched in 2005. The small team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Johannesburg, South Africa
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Fuse Factory is a Market Research company. Established in 2015, the team focuses on Market Research and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sioux Falls, SD
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Digital Strategy company Craft & Associates Advertising and Marketing was founded in 1989. The small team focuses on Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy.
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Located in Anchorage, Alaska, Porcaro Communications is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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PS Strategies is an Advertising company established in 2011. Headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska, the team focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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Shelton Advertising is an Advertising company launched in 1983. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding and is located in Norfolk, Virginia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Birmingham, England
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313 Media is an Advertising company launched in 2013. The team specializes in Advertising and Event Marketing and is headquartered in Birmingham, England.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Little Rock, AR
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Nicholson Agency is an Advertising company. Their small team is in Little Rock, Arkansas and focuses on Advertising and Branding. The agency was founded in 1986.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Glasgow, Scotland
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Zude PR is a PR agency. Established in 2014, the firm is in Glasgow, Scotland. Their services include Public Relations and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tulsa, OK
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Bradford MKTG is an Advertising company. Their small team is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Their services include Advertising and Direct Marketing.
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Morrison Media is a PR agency. Established in 2012, their team provides Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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Loop Public Relations is a PR company. They are in Glasgow, Scotland and have small team. Their services include Public Relations and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Radical Thinking, a branding agency, was launched in 2009. The company specializes in Branding and E-Commerce Development, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Floor, United Arab Emirates
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Based in Floor, United Arab Emirates, Alston & Clayden is a small public relations company. The team provides Public Relations and Branding.
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Total Communication is a PR company located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Public Relations and Branding.
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Launched in 2018, WOW Social is a small public relations agency located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Their team focuses on Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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Citro, a small branding agency, is in دبي, United Arab Emirates. The team focuses on Branding and Content Marketing.
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Jazz Media Service is an Advertising company. Based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the agency was launched in 2012. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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The First Agency is a branding company founded in 2012. The agency provides Branding and Content Marketing, and is small.
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CommuniGate Middle East is a small public relations firm. They specialize in Public Relations and Branding and were established in 2005.
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Tarteeb Media is a small Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based PR agency. The team provides Public Relations and Branding.
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RAEE, a small PR firm, is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Public Relations and Email Marketing.
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Axis Integrated is a branding firm. Their team is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and focuses on Branding and Advertising.
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The B Collective, a public relations firm, was established in 2016. They specializes in Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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Be Publicized is a public relations firm. Their team is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and provides Public Relations and Branding.
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Hyperbole is a branding company. Their small team is located in Birmingham, England. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Founded in 2014, iLike is an Advertising company. The small team offers Advertising and Branding.
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Fusionhappens, an Advertising company, was founded in 2001. The firm specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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Established in 1997, Idealogy Marketing + Design is a small Georgetown, Indiana-based branding company. Their team focuses on Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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Moore Ink is a public relations agency. The Seattle, Washington-based team offers Public Relations and Branding.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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37.7/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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29.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Incline Village, NV
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32.5/40.017.4/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249London, England
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38.6/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249New Delhi, India
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39.8/40.020/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Thousand Oaks, CA
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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32.6/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999Las Vegas, NV
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28/40.016.8/20 Reviews3.3/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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27.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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35/40.015.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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35.2/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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32.4/40.017/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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32.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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37.7/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Miami Lakes, FL
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33.7/40.018.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Burlington, Canada
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35/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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34.4/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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36/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Coral Gables, FL
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35.4/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Berlin, Germany
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35.7/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49St. Charles, IL
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28.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.2/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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30.8/40.015.8/20 Reviews7.5/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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35.2/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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