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See all 441 projectsWebFX is a digital marketing agency specializing in services such as SEO, PPC, and Social Media Marketing, including Social Media Advertising and Strategy. According to the reviews, they maintain a highly organized project management approach and consistently deliver projects on time. Impressively, about 75% of reviewers praise WebFX for their professional communication and quick responsiveness, while 80% emphasize their expertise and the positive impact on lead generation and brand awareness.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GAServices provided
See all 60 projectsSociallyin is a digital marketing agency specializing in Social Media Strategy and Social Media Management. Across client reviews, 100% highlight their effective combination of creative storytelling and data-driven decision-making as key strengths. Clients report increased social media engagement and improved campaign performance, with several noting appreciable gains in website traffic and audience engagement.
$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Austin, TXServices provided
See all 5 projectsIron Roots is a digital marketing agency specializing in social media management and strategy, online branding, and social media advertising. Reviewers consistently praise their strategic insights and timely project delivery, resulting in increased engagement and growth in online presence. Impressively, 100% of reviewers noted their responsive communication, and over 80% highlighted Iron Roots' proactive and collaborative approach.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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Click Convert Marketing is a small PPC agency headquartered in San Francisco, California and Brymbo, Wales. Their services include Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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Flapen is a social media marketing agency. Established in 2022, the company specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is a digital marketing agency specializing in social media advertising and digital strategy. A comprehensive analysis of their Clutch.co reviews reveals a 100% satisfaction rate, emphasizing their exceptional attention to detail and project management skills. Notable feedback highlights their expertise in social media campaigns and digital branding, with clients praising their ability to drive brand awareness and improve online reputation.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Ciudad de México, MexicoServices provided
See all 14 projectsSUBE Digital Agency specializes in Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, and Social Media Strategy, consistently delivering tailored solutions and impressive results for their clients. With a 100% positive feedback rate, clients praise their project management, execution, and understanding of business needs, highlighting increased leads, conversions, and social media engagement. Their customer service and adaptability are also frequently lauded.
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Amsterdam, NetherlandsServices provided
See all 4 projectsPromoguy is a digital marketing agency specializing in Social Media Marketing, providing services such as Social Media Management and advertising. Their clients praise their reliability and proactive project management. With 100% positive feedback, they are recognized for delivering campaigns efficiently, optimizing LinkedIn and Google Ads, and offering good value for cost.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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New Standard Digital is a SEO company located in New York, New York. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Minneapolis, MN
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Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Demand Quest, Inc. Is a small SEO company. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Milano, Italy
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Social media marketing agency NUR Digital Marketing was founded in 1999. The company offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Torino, Italy
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Located in Torino, Italy, HIDOLY is a branding firm. They provide Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49London, England
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Gluz Digital is a branding firm established in 2020. The small team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Orlando, FLServices provided
See all 8 projectsUproar by Moburst is a Social Media Marketing firm specializing in Social Media Strategy and Online Branding. They are praised for their efficient project management, with 100% positive feedback highlighting their understanding of client needs and strong media relationships. Notably, they successfully elevated article rankings, demonstrating significant expertise in digital branding campaigns.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 23 projectsVolterra is a digital marketing firm specializing in social media strategy, content development, and online branding. Clients highlight their impressive expertise, with 100% of reviewers noting their project management skills and adaptability. Volterra's services consistently yield positive outcomes, such as increased engagement and brand awareness, showcasing their ability to effectively navigate various social media platforms.
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Berlin, GermanyServices provided
See all 49 projectsMONSOON is a digital marketing agency specializing in social media marketing, online branding, and digital strategies. They consistently deliver timely and effective solutions, with 100% of reviews highlighting their expertise and proactive communication. Clients frequently commend their strategic creativity and holistic approach to social media management and advertising, resulting in significant growth in brand awareness and sales.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Union City, CA
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Digital Halt Technologies is an Union City, California-based social media marketing agency. They provide Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Quakers Hill, Australia
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SEO agency TechNgraphic was established in 2015. The firm focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bothell, WA
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IePlexus Inc is a SEO services firm. The Bothell, Washington-based company specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Shenandoah, TX
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Just Conversion Marketing is a social media marketing firm. Headquartered in Shenandoah, Texas, the company provides Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Long Beach, CA
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Launched in 2020, Upmax Digital Marketing Agency is a small Long Beach, California-based social media marketing firm. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Houston, TX
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Established in 1949, Business Extension Bureau is a Direct Marketing company. The agency specializes in Direct Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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Launched in 2013, Digital Service Hub is a SEO services firm. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Omaha, NE
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Financial Consulting company Prenger Solutions Group was founded in 2018. The small team provides Financial Consulting and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Scottsdale, AZ
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Sprouter, a social media marketing agency, is located in Scottsdale, Arizona and Saint Paul, Minnesota. Launched in 2016, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Warszawa, Poland
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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.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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Social media marketing firm Stratton was established in 2016. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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Taylor + Wolfe - Digital Marketing, a small social media marketing company, is based in Toronto, Canada. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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Established in 2022, WebXL.ca is a small social media marketing agency in Toronto, Canada. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Wrocław, Poland
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Digital Hill is a small social media marketing company. They provide Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and were established in 1997.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49London, England
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Located in Dublin, Ireland and London, England, Smarketing Cloud is a social media marketing company. Launched in 2020, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Madrid, Spain
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Ad_interactive, a social media marketing agency, provide Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They were founded in 2008.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Sofizar is a social media marketing firm. They are headquartered in San Diego, California, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Białystok, Poland
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Mayko is a SEO services firm. Their team is based in Białystok, Poland. The agency focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Portland, OR
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Unifylink is a social media marketing agency. Located in Portland, Oregon, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Austin, TX
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Cloud [8] Sixteen, Inc is an Austin, Texas-based social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Atchison, KS
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Hundreds of Customers LLC is a SEO company. In Atchison, Kansas, their small team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing. The agency was launched in 2012.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Irvine, CA
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Local SEO Sites is a social media marketing firm. Founded in 2010, the firm is located in Irvine, California. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pleasanton, CA
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KJ DesignPro is a Pleasanton, California-based social media marketing company. Launched in 2000, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Juan Capistrano, CA
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Web design agency iSearch By City was founded in 2010. The company focuses on Web Design and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bellevue, WA
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SEO company Seattle Digital Marketing is in Bellevue, Washington. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Paris, France
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Rankwell is a Paris, France-based SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nashville, TN
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Social media marketing firm Digital Law Marketing, Inc. Offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing. They are headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Grawn, MI
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Schrader Web Solutions is a Grawn, Michigan-based social media marketing firm. Launched in 2014, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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WOW Connections, LLC. Is a PR firm. Launched in 2012, the agency is located in Chicago, Illinois and Boston, Massachusetts. Their team offers Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Toms River, NJ
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VINIO Marketing is a social media marketing agency founded in 2023. The company offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Ridgewood, NJ
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Small social media marketing company DiMaCo Web, is located in Ridgewood, New Jersey. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Oak Forest, IL
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Social media marketing agency SS Tech Services is headquartered in Oak Forest, Illinois and Noida, India. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and were founded in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Greater London, England
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Social media marketing company Double Up Social was established in 2018. Headquartered in Greater London, England, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Tml Partners is an Executive Search company. Established in 2015, the company provides Executive Search and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49London, England
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Agency Stack is a small social media marketing agency in London, England and Prahran, Australia. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49London, England
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Talent Village is a London, England-based Staffing company. They focus on Staffing and Recruiting and were established in 2017.
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SEO company Orchid Box is located in London, England. Established in 2008, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Social media marketing firm The Think is headquartered in City of London, England. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49London, England
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Small Event Marketing company London Influencer Agency, is located in London, England. Their services include Event Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49London, England
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Launched in 2020, INFLUNCR Agency, a small social media marketing firm, is located in London, England. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49London, England
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BIG little London is a London, England-based branding firm. The team offers Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49London, England
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Branding firm Print BiG UK focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing. They are based in London, England.
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Social Media Ninjas, a small social media marketing agency, is headquartered in Santa Rosa, California. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montreal, Canada
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chattanooga, TN
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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37.6/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London, England
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36.3/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Northfield, IL
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36.3/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Fishers, IN
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38.1/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Amsterdam, Netherlands
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35.6/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Iowa City, IA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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34.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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34.2/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 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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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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33.9/40.017.4/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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33.6/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49București, Romania
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33.6/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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33.5/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 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 - 49Orlando, FL
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33.4/40.016/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Docklands, Australia
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34.7/40.017.4/20 Reviews9/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Kato Polemidia, Cyprus
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37.4/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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33.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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33.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Montréal, Canada
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33/40.018.8/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Birmingham, England
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32.9/40.016.6/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Social Media Marketing Agency FAQs
Looking for a social media marketing 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 social media marketing agency, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
Clutch features agencies driving engagement and growth across platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok twice a year based on a proprietary methodology. The top social media marketing agencies for Fall 2025 include:
An agency brings platform-specific expertise, creative resources, and data-driven processes that are hard to replicate in-house without significant investment. Companies often see faster growth, lower cost per acquisition, and stronger brand consistency when specialists run their channels.
Pricing varies based on several key factors, including scope, platform mix, and agency reputation. Based on data gathered by Clutch, the majority of SMM projects fall under $10,000, with hourly rates clustering between $25 – $49.
When preparing a budget for your social media marketing project, another thing to keep in mind is that agency fees are separate for ad spend and ad creation costs. For example, a mid-market e-commerce brand might pay $4,000 per month for content and management, plus a $5,000 – $10,000 monthly ad budget during peak seasons.
A social media marketing agency plans, builds, and optimizes a brand’s presence across platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X. These service providers are dedicated to partnering with businesses, organizations, and individual brands. Their typical engagements start with a deep dive into audience research and business goals, followed by channel selection, content calendars, creative production, community management, and paid campaign execution. Furthermore, they continually analyze performance data to refine tactics and maximize ROI.
Social media marketing agencies are committed to personalizing their approach and solutions to best fit their clients. Most firms bundle services into retainer or project packages that can include:
- Strategy and channel planning
- Organic content creation (e.g., posts, reels, stories, shorts)
- Community management and crisis response
- Paid ad management and A/B testing
- Influencer or creator collaborations
- Social listening, reporting, and sentiment analysis
Larger agencies often add complementary services like email marketing, SEO, or full-funnel creative to keep messaging consistent across channels.
Choosing the right social media marketing team is as important as the campaign ideas you have in mind. When selecting the ideal provider, start by identifying and clarifying your brand’s unique goals—brand awareness, lead gen, direct sales, or customer support. Then evaluate agencies on these following criteria:
- Relevant case studies and measurable outcomes
- Creative quality and platform expertise
- Communication style and reporting cadence
- Pricing transparency and contract flexibility
- Cultural and time-zone alignment
Shortlist two or three firms, request strategic roadmaps, and compare how each would tailor their approach to your objectives.
- Guaranteed follower counts or “viral” promises
- Lack of platform certifications or documented results
- Vague pricing or hidden ad‐management fees
- One-size-fits-all content with no brand customization
- Poor response times or unclear points of contact
If an agency can’t explain its methodology or show real performance data, keep looking. It’s better to be meticulous than be in an engagement with the wrong team.
- How will you integrate paid and organic tactics?
- Which KPIs do you prioritize for brands like mine?
- What tools do you use for scheduling, monitoring, and reporting?
- How is content approval handled, and who owns the creative assets?
- How do you stay current with algorithm updates and emerging platforms?
When interviewing prospective partners, ask every project-specific question you have in mind — whether it’s related to your niche or the type of service you need. Clear, detailed answers indicate a partner that values transparency and long-term success.
Freelancers can be cost-effective for isolated tasks like post design or ad copywriting. Agencies, however, provide multidisciplinary teams—strategists, designers, analysts—plus established workflows, technology stacks, and backup talent to keep campaigns running smoothly if one person is unavailable.
Common metrics include engagement rate, click-through rate (CTR), cost per lead (CPL), and return on ad spend (ROAS). Furthermore, social media marketing agencies typically combine platform analytics with web tracking tools to attribute conversions accurately and report on both top- and bottom-funnel impact.