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 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
Services provided
Papyrus Communications Limited, an Advertising company, was established in 2007. The small team focuses on Advertising and Event Marketing.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
Services provided
Advertising company Roebuck Communications was established in 2016. Based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Birmingham, AL
Services provided
Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, Cayenne Creative is an Advertising company. Established in 2004, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nairobi, Kenya
Services provided
Founded in 1997, Gina Din Group is a PR agency. The team offers Public Relations and Branding.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nairobi, Kenya
Services provided
IMG Kenya, a small public relations firm, is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. Their services include Public Relations and Advertising.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nairobi, Kenya
Services provided
Advertising company Brett Communications Ltd. Was founded in 2006. The team offers Advertising and Branding and is based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nairobi, Kenya
Services provided
Advertising company Impact Africa Limited is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. They provide Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Charleston, SC
Services provided
Touchpoint Communications is a Charleston, South Carolina-based Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying and were founded in 2005.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pretoria, South Africa
Services provided
Brand Republic SA is an Advertising company. They are headquartered in Pretoria, South Africa. Their team provides Advertising and Digital Strategy.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Singapore, Singapore
Services provided
In Singapore, Singapore, Clickworkz Solutions Pte Ltd is a Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nairobi, Kenya
Services provided
Founded in 2011, ARCrayon is a software development company. Located in Nairobi, Kenya, the team offers Custom Software Development and Branding.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cape Town, South Africa
Services provided
Sprout Performance Partners, a media planning and buying agency, focus on Media Planning & Buying and Pay Per Click. They were established in 2013.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Providence, RI
Services provided
Located in Providence, Rhode Island, Duffy & Shanley, Inc. Is a Marketing Strategy company. They provide Marketing Strategy and Content Marketing.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
Services provided
Launched in 2008, Procharon Communication Ltd. Is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nairobi, Kenya
Services provided
Located in Nairobi, Kenya, Express DDB Kenya is a small Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Public Relations.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nairobi, Kenya
Services provided
In Nairobi, Kenya, Nuturn Ltd is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nairobi City, Kenya
Services provided
TDF Group ltd is a branding agency. They were founded in 2008, and their services include Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nairobi, Kenya
Services provided
Hallmark Advertising and Marketing is a small Nairobi, Kenya-based branding firm. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Saint John, Canada
Services provided
Bonshaw Media is an Advertising company headquartered in Saint John, Canada. The team specializes in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dublin, Ireland
Services provided
Havas Media Ireland, a small Advertising company, is located in Dublin, Ireland. The team offers Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49London, England
Services provided
Listen Up Music Promotions is a London, England-based Advertising company. Launched in 2010, the team specializes in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Services provided
Amber Communications is a public relations company located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. They offer Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying and were established in 2000.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Montréal, Canada
Services provided
Small branding agency CARTIER, is in Montréal, Canada. Their services include Branding and Market Research.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Québec, Canada
Services provided
Triomphe is a branding firm. Located in Québec, Canada, their team focuses on Branding and Content Marketing.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Montréal, Canada
Services provided
Canspan BMG is a Content Marketing company. Launched in 1972, the team provides Content Marketing and Email Marketing. The agency is headquartered in Montréal, Canada.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
Services provided
The BrainStorm Group is a Toronto, Canada-based Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Montréal, Canada
Services provided
In Montréal, Canada, Avenue 8 is a media planning & buying company. They focus on Media Planning & Buying and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2008.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
Services provided
JKE Solutions Limited is an Advertising company. Founded in 2017, the firm focuses on Advertising and Event Marketing.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
Services provided
Advertising company Simon & Associates focuses on Advertising and Broadcast Video. They were established in 1996.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
Services provided
Fraser Communications is an Advertising company. Launched in 1998, the agency is located in Los Angeles, California. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
Services provided
Fishhook, a branding agency, provide Branding and Email Marketing. They were launched in 2003.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Mobile, AL
Services provided
Davis South Barnette & Patrick is an Advertising company. The Mobile, Alabama-based agency was launched in 2013. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Seattle, WA
Services provided
Hunt Marketing Group is a branding agency. They are based in Seattle, Washington, and their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Seattle, WA
Services provided
Launched in 2013, Formative is a Digital Strategy company. The team provides Digital Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Denver, CO
Services provided
Sprocket Communications, a PR firm, was founded in 2006. They offers Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
Services provided
ThreeSixty Group is an Advertising company based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Founded in 1960, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dallas, TX
Services provided
Located in Dallas, Texas, Johnson & Sekin is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dallas, TX
Services provided
Koeppel Direct is an Advertising company. They are headquartered in Dallas, Texas, and their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
Services provided
PACO Collective is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying, and the company is based in Chicago, Illinois.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Tuscaloosa, AL
Services provided
TotalCom Marketing Communications is a Marketing Strategy company. They specialize in Marketing Strategy and Advertising and were launched in 1983. The agency is based in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Montgomery, AL
Services provided
Stamp Idea Group, LLC, an Advertising company, is in Montgomery, Alabama. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Denver, CO
Services provided
Circuit Media LLC, a public relations company, was launched in 2002. The team offers Public Relations and Marketing Strategy and is in Denver, Colorado.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Des Moines, IA
Services provided
Happy Medium, a media planning and buying agency, was launched in 2011. The team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Search Engine Optimization and is located in Des Moines, Iowa.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
Services provided
Kozmik Limited is a small branding firm headquartered in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Their services include Branding and Event Marketing.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Birmingham, AL
Services provided
Established in 2010, Coast to Coast Events, Inc, a small Advertising company, is in Birmingham, Alabama. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Glastonbury, CT
Services provided
Video production agency Frontline Productions offers Video Production and Marketing Strategy. They are in Glastonbury, Connecticut.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lubbock, TX
Services provided
The Price Group is a branding agency. The team is based in Lubbock, Texas, and their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Carrollton, TX
Services provided
Red7 Creative is a small Advertising company. Launched in 2009, the team provides Advertising and Digital Strategy.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Farmers Branch, TX
Services provided
Turnstile Inc. Is a small Advertising company headquartered in Farmers Branch, Texas. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
Services provided
Advertising company GAMBIT Bangladesh was launched in 2018. The small team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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
-
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
38.3/40.018.8/20 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 -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
Ability to deliver
39.4/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 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 / 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 -
$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 -
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sofia, Bulgaria
Ability to deliver
35.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
25% Media Planning & Buying75% 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 -
$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
Ability to deliver
37.5/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Media Planning & Buying90% Other -
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
Ability to deliver
26.8/40.017.2/20 Reviews4/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
100% Media Planning & Buying -
$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+$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 -
$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Berlin, Germany
Ability to deliver
35.7/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
15% Media Planning & Buying85% Other -
$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49St. Charles, IL
Ability to deliver
28.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.2/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Media Planning & Buying50% Other
