Top Social Media Marketing Agencies
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$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Harrisburg, PAServices provided
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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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Chicago, IL
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Launched in 2001, Basis Technologies is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Direct Marketing and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Waltham Cross, England
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In Waltham Cross, England and LONDON, England, The Delta Group is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Bellevue Hill, Australia
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Headquartered in Bellevue Hill, Australia and Makati, Philippines, BruntWork is a Direct Marketing company. Their services include Direct Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Westford, MA
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Carnegie, a branding firm, was launched in 1985. In Westford, Massachusetts, the team specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999London, England
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Insead Tech is a midsize e-commerce development company based in London, England. The team focuses on E-Commerce Development and ERP consulting and SI.
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Brand Broadcasting is a SEO agency. Founded in 2020, their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Warszawa, Poland
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Performance Group is a branding company. Their midsize team of employees is based in Warszawa, Poland. Their team offers Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Levallois-Perret, France
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Datawords Group, a branding agency, is based in Levallois-Perret, France and Barcelona, Spain. The team offers Branding and Digital Strategy.
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Cybrom Technology is a Digital Strategy company. They are based in and have midsize team. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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EMB Global Middle East is an IT staff augmentation company. Their team is in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates and provides IT staff augmentation and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Ridgewood, NJ
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Launched in 2019, Kepler Base is a social media marketing agency. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and is in Ridgewood, New Jersey.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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See all 1 projectsDriveIT Digital is an SEO agency whose services include keyword research, on-page optimization, content creation, and backlink building. However, reviews indicate significant dissatisfaction, with 100% of feedback highlighting issues such as low-quality backlinks, unprofessional communication, and ineffective project management, resulting in unmet objectives and reputational risks for clients.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Corpus Christi, TX
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See all 1 projectsRank Above Others, Inc. is a company that was engaged to manage a credit repair agency. The overall feedback is overwhelmingly negative, with 100% of the reviews highlighting issues of unfulfilled promises and poor project management. Multiple reviewers mention dishonesty and legal action being pursued due to unmet contractual obligations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Birkirkara, Malta
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Think, a mobile app development firm, was launched in 2003. The company focuses on Mobile App Development and Web Development, and is small.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Melbourne, Australia
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Digital Strategy company IT Aspects specializes in Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization. They were established in 2012.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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KleenSoft, a Digital Strategy company, is based in New York, New York. They focus on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249
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See all 42 projectsDigital Software Labs is a digital marketing and website development firm known for its expertise in creating customized digital solutions. Reviews highlight their professional project management and timely delivery, with 100% of reviewers praising their responsiveness and quality work. The company excels in enhancing online branding and digital marketing strategies, with positive feedback on their ability to improve SEO, user engagement, and lead generation.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Regina, Canada
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Look Agency is a branding company. They were established in 2004 and specialize in Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249
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See all 19 projectsCloud Animations specializes in creating high-quality animated promotional and explainer videos, demonstrating expertise in digital marketing and online branding. Reviews highlight their professionalism and patience, with 100% positive feedback on their effective project management and tech-driven approach, particularly in accommodating revisions and maintaining clear communication.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Prague, Czech Republic
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See all 4 projectsMexman. Films is a digital marketing company specializing in social media strategy and online branding. They are highly effective, reducing client lead costs by up to 98% and sale costs by around 30%. Overall, 100% of reviewers report positive experiences, highlighting their outstanding service and strong social media marketing skills. However, some suggest improvements in project and budget management.
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See all 1 projectsWebsite Designs - Out of Business provided exceptional customer support and timely delivery of website design services for a real estate agency in the UAE. The company was chosen for its budget-friendly pricing and impressed the client with its project management and responsiveness, indicating a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and service excellence.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Katy, TX
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See all 1 projectsCustom Web Verse offers website maintenance and customizations, along with potential development services. Reviews indicate significant dissatisfaction due to unfulfilled promises, poor project management, and aggressive upselling of additional services. One reviewer labeled the company as potentially fraudulent, citing delayed deliverables and unmet project requirements.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Portland, OR
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Based in Portland, Oregon and Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Nonbox is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Culver City, CA
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Kovel/Fuller is a media planning and buying agency. The Culver City, California-based company was founded in 1999. Their team focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Boston, MA
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PGR Media is a social media marketing firm. In Boston, Massachusetts and , their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Out of Home Design.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Schaumburg, IL
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Aronson Advertising, a print design company, focus on Print Design and Video Production. They were launched in 2000.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Launched in 1996, DiMassimo Goldstein, a midsize branding company, is located in New York, New York and. Their team focuses on Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Devito Verdi is a branding agency. They specialize in Branding and Digital Strategy and were established in 1991.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Manchester, England
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Cheetham Bell is an Advertising company. Founded in 1992, the agency is in Manchester, England and London, England. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249London, England
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Launched in 2006, Brothers and Sisters is a midsize Advertising company. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Berlin, Germany
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Heimat Werbeagentur GmbH, an Advertising company, is headquartered in Berlin, Germany and Hamburg, Germany. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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LevLane Advertising, a Marketing Strategy company, is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They focus on Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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Public relations firm Tierney is in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and New York, New York. Launched in 1942, the team focuses on Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Annapolis, MD
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Public relations company Crosby Marketing is based in Annapolis, Maryland and Bethesda, Maryland. They offer Public Relations and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New Orleans, LA
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Peter Mayer, an Advertising company, was established in 1967. The company focuses on Advertising and Branding, and is midsize.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Interalia is a Digital Strategy company. They are headquartered in Ciudad de México, Mexico. Their team offers Digital Strategy and Mobile App Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249London, England
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Latitude Digital Marketing is a pay per click agency. Their team is headquartered in London, England and Warrington, England and offers Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Prague 5, Czech Republic
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Global Vision a.s. Is a Digital Strategy company located in Prague 5, Czech Republic. Their services include Digital Strategy and Web Design.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hrFreelancer
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Step Bak Copywriting is a Content Marketing company. They provide Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2013.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Berlin, Germany
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SEO company Performics was launched in 2010. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Worcester, England
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TCS Media, a Digital Strategy company, was founded in 1977. The company offers Digital Strategy and Print Design.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249London , England
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Located in London , England, Goodstuff Communications is a midsize Content Marketing company. Their services include Content Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New Delhi, India
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Webisdom Management Services Pvt. Ltd., a midsize Digital Strategy company, is in New Delhi, India and Noida, India. Their services include Digital Strategy and Artificial Intelligence.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Branding firm eyeball was established in 1993. In New York, New York, the team specializes in Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Walton Isaacson, an Advertising company, was founded in 2005. Located in Chicago, Illinois and New York, New York, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hrFreelancerWallasey, England
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In Wallasey, England, Chew Digital is a small social media marketing company. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Evanston, IL
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L2TMedia is an Advertising company. The Evanston, Illinois-based team focuses on Advertising and Broadcast Video.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Lake Zurich, IL
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Dealer Product Services, an Advertising company, is based in Lake Zurich, Illinois and Chicago, Illinois. They specialize in Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Syracuse, NY
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Established in 2013, Advance Media New York is a midsize Market Research company. Their services include Market Research and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Framingham, MA
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Stone Temple Consulting is a web design company. They are headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts, and their services include Web Design and Pay Per Click.
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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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Northfield, IL
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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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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Amsterdam, Netherlands
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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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$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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$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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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Kato Polemidia, Cyprus
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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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Montréal, Canada
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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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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.