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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJServices provided
See all 340 projectsSmartSites is a digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, search engine marketing, and website optimization services. Their clients frequently commend their project management and responsiveness, with notable mentions of team members like Javier, Brandi, and Darius for their expertise and dedication. With over 90% positive feedback, reviewers consistently highlight improved online visibility, increased traffic, and enhanced website rankings as key outcomes.
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Advertising company Automotive Internet Media provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing. They were founded in 2009.
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DigiROI Marketing and Advertising is an Advertising company. Established in 2018, the company is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. Their team offers Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Draper, UT
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Gravitate One is an Advertising company founded in 2008. The team focuses on Advertising and Pay Per Click and is in Draper, Utah.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Albuquerque, NM
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Syndicate Media Management is a SEO agency. Established in 2016, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Graphic Design. The firm is headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cody, WY
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Advertising company Target Digital Solutions was established in 2017. The company specializes in Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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Commplace is a branding agency. They are located in Sosnowiec, Poland and have small team. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Milano, Italy
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Inrete Digital is a social media marketing company. They are based in Milano, Italy and have small team. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lauderhill, FL
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Beyond Xposure is a social media marketing agency. Their small team is in Lauderhill, Florida. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nailsea, England
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Squarebird, a social media marketing agency, was founded in 2015. The small team provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Grand Rapids, MI
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Younify Group is a social media marketing firm located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Launched in 2020, Durrok is a social media marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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M A Q Computer Services L.L.C is a small social media marketing agency established in 2013. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49East Yorkshire, England
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Social media marketing agency Studioworx is headquartered in East Yorkshire, England. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and were founded in 2004.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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Headquartered in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India and Mumbai, India, Pronto Infosystem LLP is a social media marketing agency. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lahore, Pakistan
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Invoke.pk is a social media marketing agency established in 2019. The small team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sitra, Bahrain
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Founded in 1999, Aman Corp is a small SEO agency. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Surrey, Canada
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Seize Marketing Agency is an SEO agency specializing in enhancing online visibility and website ranking through tailored search optimization strategies. Across reviews, 100% of clients commend their industry-specific approach and effective communication, with 83% noting significant improvements in organic search traffic and digital visibility enhancement. The agency consistently meets deadlines and adapts SEO strategies to align with business objectives.
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On Your Marketing, LLC is a SEO company. They are located in Heber City, Utah and have small team of experts. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Alpharetta, GA
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Demand Machine, a social media marketing company, is located in Alpharetta, Georgia. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Evesham, NJ
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Digital Marketing Group LLC is a small Content Marketing company founded in 2013. Their team specializes in Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lahore, Pakistan
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Numrex is a social media marketing firm. Their small team is based in Lahore, Pakistan and offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing. The firm was founded in 2021.
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Artificial Creators is a Fractional CMO Services company. The firm is based in Dallas, Texas. Their team focuses on Fractional CMO Services and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49The Woodlands, TX
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Small Fractional CMO Services company Whatbox Digital, is based in The Woodlands, Texas. The team specializes in Fractional CMO Services and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Portland, OR
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Oregon Advertising is a branding company. They are based in Portland, Oregon and have small team. They offer Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Concord, CA
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Social media marketing company Optimize Worldwide, Inc. Provides Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click. They were established in 2011.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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Digital Marketing Agency BOOMY, a small social media marketing company, is based in Toronto, Canada. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Rouse Hill, Australia
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Digiexpert is a social media marketing firm founded in 2020. The small team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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LuxSite Digital Agency, a social media marketing company, is headquartered in Kyiv, Ukraine. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Greenwood Village, CO
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Epic Web Results is a social media marketing agency. Headquartered in Greenwood Village, Colorado, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Clarksville, MD
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PW Media Inc. Is a Clarksville, Maryland-based branding firm. They offer Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fishers, IN
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Crimson Media Group, a social media marketing company, specialize in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing. They were founded in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Reno, NV
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Advertising company Reno Media Group specializes in Advertising and Social Media Marketing. They are located in Reno, Nevada.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hoffman Estates, IL
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Located in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, Identity Dental Marketing is a small social media marketing company. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Karachi, Pakistan
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Rolling Cherry is a social media marketing agency. Based in Karachi, Pakistan, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Erie, PA
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SkyRocket Group is a social media marketing agency. Based in Erie, Pennsylvania, the firm was founded in 2002. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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See all 1 projectsCloudbreak Digital is a purported design services firm criticized for unprofessionalism and lack of deliverables. Based on available reviews, 100% of feedback is negative, highlighting issues with project management, unmet deadlines, and unfulfilled promises. Clients strongly advise against engaging with this company due to their unsatisfactory experiences.
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Winsite Digital is a Chicago, Illinois-based user experience company. Established in 2016, the team specializes in UX/UI Design and Web Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Sacramento, CA
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Creative California is a Digital Strategy company. The team is headquartered in Sacramento, California, and their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Delafield, WI
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Based in Delafield, Wisconsin, MiraMedia3 is a small Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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See all 1 projectsIn today’s digital age, businesses require innovative, reliable, and efficient solutions to maintain a competitive edge. Atroniz is dedicated to providing a comprehensive range of digital services
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Minneapolis, MN
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Collective Measures, Inc., an Advertising company, provide Advertising and Branding. They were established in 2005.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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M8 is an Advertising company. Located in Miami, Florida and Queens, New York, the company offers Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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AB&A Advertising is an Advertising company located in Miami, Florida. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Converse, TX
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Breakaway Practice is a branding firm based in Converse, Texas. They specialize in Branding and Web Design and were launched in 2006.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Leeds, England
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Brass is a branding agency. Their midsize team is in Leeds, England and. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerDallas, TX
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MarkPocock is a branding agency. Their small team is located in Dallas, Texas. Their team provides Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Bristol , England
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True Digital is a Bristol , England-based web design company. They focus on Web Design and Web Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerCharlotte, NC
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Sellaholics is a Content Marketing company. The Charlotte, North Carolina-based team provides Content Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Nottingham, England
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AlphaGraphics Nottingham is a branding company. Their midsize team is headquartered in Nottingham, England and. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerBoston, MA
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Pro144, a small Business Consulting company, is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. The team offers Business Consulting and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Pleasant Grove, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Colorado Springs, CO
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Copley, OH
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Marion, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Draper, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Oklahoma City, OK
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MD
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Ahmedabad, India
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lehi, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chernihiv, Ukraine
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Huntington, NY
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20% Search Engine Optimization60% Pay Per Click20% Other
Top Search Engine Marketing (SEM) Agencies
An SEM company plans, launches, and manages paid search campaigns on platforms such as Google Ads, Microsoft Advertising, and Amazon. Their specialists research high-value keywords, write ad copy, set up audience targeting, adjust bids in real time, and run A/B tests to maximize return on ad spend (ROAS). They also track conversions, deliver performance reports, and provide strategic recommendations that align with your wider digital marketing objectives.
Most agencies deliver an end-to-end suite that can include:
- Keyword research & competitive analysis
- Campaign setup (Search, Shopping, Display, YouTube)
- Bid management and budget pacing
- Ad copywriting and creative testing
- Landing-page optimization
- Remarketing and audience segmentation
- Conversion tracking and analytics integration
Some firms also bundle complementary channels, such as programmatic display or social PPC, to create a unified digital marketing strategy.
SEM engagements usually fall between $3,000–$20,000 per month, but pricing scales with ad spend, account complexity, and service level. Smaller businesses might work with an agency on a management-fee model (e.g., 10%–20% of monthly media spend), while enterprises often negotiate flat retainers or performance-based contracts. Always ask for a clear breakdown of management fees versus ad budget before signing.
Start by defining your KPIs, such as lead volume, e-commerce revenue, or customer acquisition cost. Then:
- Review case studies in your industry.
- Check Clutch client reviews for transparency, communication, and results.
- Compare pricing models (percentage of spend, flat fee, or hybrid).
- Request a campaign audit or strategic roadmap to gauge expertise.
Selecting a partner whose reporting cadence and collaboration style match your internal workflow will set the engagement up for success.
- “Guaranteed #1 ranking” claims (ad position depends on auction dynamics).
- Lack of access to the ad account or data ownership.
- Vague reporting that focuses on clicks instead of revenue-driven metrics.
- One-size-fits-all strategies with minimal keyword research.
- Slow or inconsistent communication during the sales process.
- How will you structure our campaigns and why?
- Which metrics will you report on weekly and monthly?
- What tools or automations do you use for bid management?
- Can you share a recent success story in a similar industry or budget range?
- Who will be my day-to-day point of contact, and how many accounts do they manage?
- How do you coordinate SEM with SEO and other digital marketing channels?
Agencies bring platform certifications, cross-account data, and advanced tools that small teams can’t always justify purchasing. Their experience shortens the testing cycle, reduces wasted spend, and frees internal staff to focus on broader marketing initiatives.
Freelancers are ideal for limited budgets or project-based needs. Agencies, however, provide a multidisciplinary team including strategists, copywriters, designers, and analysts that can scale campaigns quickly and cover absences without interrupting performance.