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See all 25 projectsSilverback Strategies is a digital marketing agency specializing in social media strategy, social media management, and digital branding. Clients praise their ability to effectively manage social media campaigns, with an 80% increase in leads reported by one client. Reviews highlight their strong project management skills, communication, and performance-driven approach. Clients appreciate their strategic expertise and adaptability, making them a reliable partner for enhancing online branding and generating leads.
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Novus Copia is a small Miami Beach, Florida-based web design company. Their services include Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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Social media marketing agency Great Leap Studios LLC was founded in 2010. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and is based in Folsom, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ocean Township, NJ
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You Can Be Found is an Ocean Township, New Jersey-based social media marketing agency. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Digi2CODE, a social media marketing firm, provides Social Media Marketing and Branding. The company is in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Palm Beach, FL
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Konnectd is a social media marketing firm in West Palm Beach, Florida. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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We Are IMS is a social media marketing agency. They are located in London, England. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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In London, England, Simplicity Media is a small social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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SKlead is a social media marketing company. Their team is based in London, England. The company provides Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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The Dot-Com Company, a small social media marketing firm, is based in Mississauga, Canada. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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In Los Angeles, California, Growphoria is a social media marketing company. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2019.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Social Matters Digital is a social media marketing agency based in Los Angeles, California. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2012.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Established in 2020, The Tee Talks is a branding company. The small team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dee Why, Australia
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Social media marketing firm BRG Digital is headquartered in Dee Why, Australia. They offer Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Anchorage, AK
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The Digital Marketing Guy is a social media marketing firm. Their small team is located in Anchorage, Alaska. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dunwoody, GA
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Launched in 2018, GO. Atlanta SEO is a SEO services firm. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and is located in Dunwoody, Georgia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rzeszów, Poland
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WordPassion, a Content Writing Services company, was founded in 2016. The small team provides Content Writing Services and Translation.
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Higher Communication LLC is a small social media marketing firm located in Boston, Massachusetts. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Public Relations.
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Headquartered in Manassas, Virginia, Radiant Digital Solutions LLC is a social media marketing firm. Launched in 2016, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bend, OR
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Founded in 2024, Design Bend is a small Bend, Oregon-based social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jaipur, India
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Founded in 2020, Jaipur Code is a social media marketing firm. Located in Jaipur, India, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cape Fear, NC
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Established in 2013, CHIROBASIX is a social media marketing company. The company provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Canton, OH
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Henry Digital Media LLC is a web design company founded in 2020. Their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Alexandria, VA
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Social media marketing company Gazz Digital LLC was established in 2004. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kraków, Poland
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Ignite Media Agency is a small Kraków, Poland-based social media marketing company. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Sites From The 6ix is a web design company. The Toronto, Canada-based company offers Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dublin, Ireland
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Successful Media Ltd is a SEO services firm located in Dublin, Ireland. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and were launched in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bergamo, Italy
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WMDStudio is a Bergamo, Italy-based web design agency. They offer Web Design and Social Media Marketing and were established in 1999.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bracciano, Italy
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Studio 4Design is a web design agency. Their team is in Bracciano, Italy. The company specializes in Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Red Bank, NJ
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Small social media marketing firm Care Catalyst, is located in Red Bank, New Jersey. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Barcelona, Spain
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Pedro SEO is a SEO services firm. Launched in 2017, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Barcelona, Spain
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SEO Global is a SEO services firm. Founded in 2019, the agency is based in Barcelona, Spain. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Grand Forks, ND
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Social media marketing agency Labradorly Marketing was established in 2021. Headquartered in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Neenah, WI
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Headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, RR Development Wisconsin is a small social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lakewood, CO
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Xtreme Media is a video production company. The team is headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado, and their services include Video Production and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Apollo Beach, FL
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Web Florida Marketing is an Apollo Beach, Florida-based social media marketing firm. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Moeen, a Back Office Outsourcing company, is located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Madrid, Spain
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Founded in 2021, Gartin Media is a branding agency. Their team provides Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Batesville, AR
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See all 3 projectsION Agency - Out of Business was a digital marketing and IT support company specializing in web development, SEO, and technology solutions. Feedback indicates a strong emphasis on responsiveness and expertise, with 100% of reviewers praising their project management and client relations. Despite their closure, clients have consistently commended their comprehensive services and dedication, citing no areas for improvement.
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See all 1 projectsAt TechEunoia International, we take great satisfaction in being the top digital marketing agency with a focus on cutting-edge tactics and solutions for success online. Together, our passionate
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Montreal, Canada
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U92 is a social media marketing firm. The Montreal, Canada-based agency provides Social Media Marketing and Web Development.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Beijing, China
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HdtMEDIA is a small Beijing, China-based Content Marketing company. Their services include Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Raidious is a small Marketing Strategy company. The team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Content Marketing.
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Social media marketing firm Red Shoe Media, Inc. Is in West Des Moines, Iowa. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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Grey Dog Media is a print design agency located in West Des Moines, Iowa. The team provides Print Design and Video Production.
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Branding firm TrueMail Marketing was established in 2013. The firm offers Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Orlando, FL
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Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Purple Moon Media is a small Content Marketing company. Their services include Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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E-volve Creative Group is a software development firm. They are based in Akron, Ohio and have small team. They offer Custom Software Development and Email Marketing.
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Portland Website Co. Is a Content Marketing company located in Portland, Maine. Founded in 2017, the team provides Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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On The Mark Digital, an Email Marketing company, was founded in 2005. In Santa Rosa, California, the team offers Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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Email Marketing company Zenergy Works provides Email Marketing and Graphic Design. They are located in Santa Rosa, California.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montreal, Canada
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MD
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Northfield, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Indore, India
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tempe, AZ
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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37.9/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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37.4/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Reston, VA
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38.3/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woodmere, NY
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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35.7/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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36.1/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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37.9/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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35.2/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Fishers, IN
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37.9/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Pleasant Grove, UT
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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36.1/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Cremorne, Australia
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37/40.018/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Washington, DC
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Kyiv, Ukraine
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37.4/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New Gloucester, ME
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39.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Montreal, Canada
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35.9/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
40% Social Media Marketing65% Facebook Advertising60% Other
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Facebook Advertising Agency FAQs
Looking for a Facebook advertising agency but not sure where to start? We've put together answers to the most common questions businesses ask when searching for a trusted partner. This FAQ covers what you need to know before hiring a Facebook advertising agency, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
Clutch identifies and recognizes firms that drive ROI through targeted Facebook ad campaigns using a proprietary methodology. The top Facebook ad companies for Fall 2025 include:
A Facebook ad marketing company plans, builds, and optimizes paid campaigns across Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and the Meta Audience Network. These providers typically work on various aspects of the Facebook ad process, including the following:
- Market research
- Audience segmentation
- Creative production
- Budget allocation
- A/B testing
- Continuous performance monitoring
The goal is to lower cost-per-acquisition (CPA) and increase return on ad spend (ROAS) while keeping messaging consistent with your broader marketing strategy.
- Who will be my day-to-day strategist and what’s their experience?
- How do you structure campaigns for prospecting vs. retargeting?
- What is your creative testing framework and refresh frequency?
- How do you attribute conversions across devices and channels?
- What tech stack or tools do you use for reporting and optimization?
- Can you share ROAS benchmarks from similar businesses?
Partnering with specialists accelerates learning curves, provides access to premium creative talent, and frees your team to focus on product or sales. Agencies also leverage bulk media buying data to spot trends earlier and negotiate beta-program access with Meta.
- Guaranteed results or “secret” algorithms
- Lack of access to your ad account or data ownership
- One-size-fits-all creative with no testing roadmap
- Vague reporting or metrics that don’t map to revenue
- High employee turnover that disrupts account continuity
Finding the ideal Facebook ad marketing agency can be challenging, considering the variety of agencies you can partner with. Start your selection process by defining clear KPIs—ROAS, lead volume, or app installs to know what criteria to set. After that, you can follow these steps:
- Review case studies in your industry
- Check Clutch ratings and verified client feedback
- Compare pricing and service transparency (do they share media plans and real-time dashboards?)
- Evaluate communication cadence and project management tools
- Request a performance forecast based on historical data
Shortlist 3–5 agencies and ask for a strategic proposal before signing. Leverage Clutch’s directory, resources, and filters to guide your search.
According to data we’ve gathered here on Clutch, most agencies charge either:
Monthly retainer rates that average around $1,500 – $10,000 (ad spend excluded). Value or percentage-based pricing that usually ranges from 10%–20% of managed media spend.
Smaller projects (e.g., a one-time campaign audit) can start around $1,000, while enterprise-level engagements with dedicated creative teams may exceed $25,000 per month. Factors that influence price include campaign complexity, geographic targeting, creative volume, and the agency’s seniority.
Facebook ad marketing agencies generally provide the full range of services and solutions needed to execute compelling ad campaigns on Facebook. If you plan to hire a dedicated partner, you can expect to have access to services such as:
- Campaign strategy and goal setting
- Ad creative design (e.g., static, video, carousel, Reels)
- Pixel implementation and conversion tracking
- Audience building (e.g., look-alikes, retargeting, interest, demographic)
- Budget management and bid optimization
- Ongoing split testing and reporting dashboards
- Cross-channel integration with Google Ads, TikTok, or email marketing
Some full-service teams also handle landing-page design, funnel automation, and Shopify or WooCommerce integrations. Make sure to inquire about their expertise and additional services when discussing your project with a potential partner.
Agencies offer multidisciplinary teams—strategists, designers, copywriters, analysts—under one roof, ideal for scaling budgets and audiences. Freelancers can be cost-effective for smaller spends or single-channel experiments but may lack bandwidth for 24/7 optimization, advanced analytics, or rapid creative iteration.