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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vancouver, WA
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Business Marketing is a small Vancouver, Washington-based branding agency. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pittsburgh, PA
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Life Experience Solutions LLC is a small Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based Mobile & App Marketing company. The team focuses on Mobile & App Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Huntington, WV
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Pay per click company Infinity Marketing Solutions was established in 2017. The firm provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sterling, VA
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Ecendant Interactive is a small Sterling, Virginia-based Marketing Strategy company. The team provides Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Aichach, Germany
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WILA-WEB is a small Aichach, Germany-based web design company. The team focuses on Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New Philadelphia, OH
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Digital Marketing Group - New Philadelphia, Ohio is a branding agency. Their team is in New Philadelphia, Ohio. The company provides Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Genova, Italy
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Web Media Marketing Creative Agency, a graphic design agency, is headquartered in Genova, Italy. Their services include Graphic Design 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Middletown, CT
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DigitalToothFairy is a small Conversion Optimization company headquartered in Middletown, Connecticut. The team offers Conversion Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Palm Beach, FL
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Founded in 2003, Estrela Interactive is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Palm Beach, FL
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Rowdy Solutions, a SEO company, is headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida. Established in 2013, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lansing, MI
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AfilMark is an Email Marketing company. Established in 2008, their team provides Email Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9DeKalb, IL
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Equirrium is a small user experience design company. They provide UX/UI Design and Branding and were established in 1989.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Des Moines, WA
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Digital Marketing Access is a small Advertising company established in 2016. Their services include Advertising and Mobile & App Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Torino, Italy
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Risolviamo is a web design agency. They are based in Torino, Italy and have small team. They offer Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vancouver, WA
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Boscus Digital Marketing is a Content Marketing company. Founded in 2015, their team focuses on Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Torino, Italy
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Mywebcare is a web design agency. Their small team is based in Torino, Italy. Their team provides Web Design and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jupiter, FL
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Launched in 2005, WebManna is a branding agency. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wenatchee, WA
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Digital Media Northwest, LLC is a Corporate Photography company. Founded in 2014, the team provides Corporate Photography and Email Marketing. The company is based in Wenatchee, Washington.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Oakland Park, FL
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Ocean Breeze Consulting, a small graphic design agency, is located in Oakland Park, Florida. Their services include Graphic Design and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Greenacres, FL
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Personality Web Designs is a small graphic design company headquartered in Greenacres, Florida. The team focuses on Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9București, Romania
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AIWEB, a small e-commerce development firm, is located in București, Romania. The team focuses on E-Commerce Development and Pay Per Click.
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Gold Click is a small web development firm based in Torino, Italy. Their services include Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Established in 2017, Harkness Digital, a small Digital Strategy company, is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Designation Advertising & Design is a Marketing Strategy company. They are in Savannah, Georgia and have small team. Their team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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Digital Strategy company Alola Media was launched in 2011. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and E-Commerce Development and is in Tui, Spain.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Lauderdale, FL
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LIFT Digital Media, an Advertising company, provide Advertising and Email Marketing. They were founded in 2013.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mount Vernon, WA
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Launched in 2017, Norse Sound Creative is a small graphic design company based in Mount Vernon, Washington. Their team provides Graphic Design and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Twisp, WA
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Earth and Sky Studios, a graphic design company, was founded in 1999. The small team provides Graphic Design and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bratislava , Slovakia
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MERINEO, s.r.o., an e-commerce development company, was founded in 2009. The team provides E-Commerce Development and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Woodinville, WA
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Ontra Marketing Group is an Advertising company. They are in Woodinville, Washington and have small team. They offer Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Grass Valley, CA
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7 Rays Marketing is an Advertising company. Launched in 2015, their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Liverpool, England
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The Cheerful Lime Ltd is a graphic design agency. The Liverpool, England-based team focuses on Graphic Design and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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Somoseo Digital Marketing is an UX company. They provide UX/UI Design and Branding and were established in 2008.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jackson, WY
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In Jackson, Wyoming, Marketing the Wild West is a branding agency. They focus on Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bloomfield, NJ
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Public relations agency Media Consultants, LLC was established in 2008. The team provides Public Relations and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Oklahoma City, OK
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N2R Media, LLC is a Marketing Strategy company launched in 2016. The team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Pay Per Click and is based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9The Village, OK
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CreationIS is a Marketing Strategy company. Their small team is headquartered in The Village, Oklahoma and specializes in Marketing Strategy and Pay Per Click. The firm was launched in 1998.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Prudhoe, England
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Digital Creative Hub, a small branding agency, is based in Prudhoe, England. The team specializes in Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9München, Germany
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Munichmedia is a small SEO agency in München, Germany. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Liverpool, England
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Character Creates is a graphic design agency headquartered in Liverpool, England. They offer Graphic Design and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Canfield, OH
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TBG Digital Marketing is a Content Marketing company. Established in 2006, the team specializes in Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Columbus, OH
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VB Digital Marketing is a small pay per click company in Columbus, Ohio. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Maumee, OH
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JWoods Digital Marketing is a branding agency. They are headquartered in Maumee, Ohio, and their services include Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wapping Quay, England
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Think 4WD is a branding agency. Their small team is headquartered in Wapping Quay, England. Their team offers Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Columbus, OH
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The Hotshot Group is an Advertising company located in Columbus, Ohio and Canal Winchester, Ohio. They focus on Advertising and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2017.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dublin, OH
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Launched in 2012, SkySprout, a small Corporate Photography company, is located in Dublin, Ohio. Their services include Corporate Photography and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Columbus, OH
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TBG Marketing is an e-commerce development firm. The Columbus, Ohio-based team provides E-Commerce Development and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Palm Beach, FL
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Established in 2000, Altima Palm Beach is a PR company. Based in West Palm Beach, Florida, the team offers Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Columbus, OH
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Holden Ellis is a Content Marketing company. The team offers Content Marketing and Corporate Photography, and the agency is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lansing, MI
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Change Media Group is an UX design company founded in 2012. The agency specializes in UX/UI Design and Branding, and is small.
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List of the Top 15 Social Media Marketing Companies
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montreal, Canada
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39/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chattanooga, TN
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38.9/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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37.5/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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39.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, 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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35.8/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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35.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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34.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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34.7/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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
100% Social Media Marketing
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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.