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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 - 9Queanbeyan, Australia
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Throttle Media is a small social media marketing firm located in Queanbeyan, Australia. The team offers Social Media Marketing and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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DRA Collective, a small Advertising company, is in Phoenix, Arizona. The team provides Advertising and Content 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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Bonanza Cat is an e-commerce development company based in Phoenix, Arizona. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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Holistic Made is a branding firm launched in 2018. The agency focuses on Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Winston-Salem, NC
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Hugh Mann Development is a Winston-Salem, North Carolina-based branding agency. The team offers Branding and Business Consulting.
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Pixel Flow Design is an e-commerce development firm. The -based team focuses on E-Commerce Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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E-commerce development company WebGuyNY was launched in 2009. The firm provides E-Commerce Development and Graphic Design.
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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 - 9Richmond, KY
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May Marketing, LLC is a Content Marketing company. In Richmond, Kentucky, the company was launched in 2015. Their services include Content Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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STRYVE Media is a small Houston, Texas-based Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Irvine, KY
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Advertising company Alight Marketing Agency is headquartered in Irvine, Kentucky. They offer Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Zagreb, Croatia
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Storm Media is a small Zagreb, Croatia-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Neenah, WI
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Social media marketing firm Sigma One Group was launched in 1994. The company specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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Camel City Productions is an e-commerce development firm. They offer E-Commerce Development and Mobile App Development and were launched in 2015. The company is in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Curitiba , Brazil
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Croma Design is a branding company. Their small team is located in Curitiba , Brazil. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Curitiba, Brazil
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Frantic, a small Advertising company, is headquartered in Curitiba, Brazil. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Curitiba , Brazil
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Located in Curitiba , Brazil, Betatec is a small Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Curitiba, Brazil
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Small Advertising company Poli.d, is located in Curitiba, Brazil. The team offers Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Curitiba, Brazil
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Prodígio Digital is a Broadcast Video company in Curitiba, Brazil. Launched in 2016, the team provides Broadcast Video and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Curitiba, Brazil
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Agência Vulgata - Communication & Marketing is a small Advertising company in Curitiba, Brazil. The team specializes in Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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SNK Media Group, a PPC company, was launched in 2018. The company specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Budapest, Hungary
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Racoon Lab is a branding company headquartered in Budapest, Hungary. They offer Branding and Graphic Design.
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MC Marketing is a Content Marketing company. They offer Content Marketing and Digital Strategy and were founded in 2014. The company is based in Curitiba, Brazil.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Curitiba, Brazil
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GCC Comunicação e Marketing Promocional is a Digital Strategy company. They specialize in Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy and were established in 2013.
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Based in Marbella, Spain, Strategy 2 Web is a branding company. They offer Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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Content Marketing company SoftTek Solutions is headquartered in Houston, Texas. Their services include Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Equiseen LLC is an e-commerce development firm. Their team is in Georgetown, Kentucky and specializes in E-Commerce Development and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Louisville, KY
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In Louisville, Kentucky, Revive Marketing Inc (Louisville, Kentucky) is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lexington, KY
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Founded in 2017, REnew Media Group, a small Email Marketing company, is headquartered in Lexington, Kentucky. Their services include Email Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Málaga, Spain
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Marketing Live Consulting is a graphic design company. They are in Málaga, Spain. Their team offers Graphic Design and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Mitchell, KY
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Journey Marketing & Design is a Content Marketing company. Founded in 2011, their team specializes in Content Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Paducah, KY
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Ideas Ignite is a Content Marketing company. The Paducah, Kentucky-based agency was founded in 2018. Their services include Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Málaga, Spain
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Established in 2012, Red Creativos is a small pay per click company. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9East Maitland, Australia
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Social media marketing firm Kis Marketing is in East Maitland, Australia. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Davistown, Australia
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Social media marketing company RCS Digital focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing. They were launched in 2007.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Erina, Australia
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Red Chameleon SEO is a social media marketing firm. The team is in Erina, Australia, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Curitiba, Brazil
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Like Communication and Marketing is a Content Marketing company. Their small team is in Curitiba, Brazil. Their services include Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Newcastle, Australia
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Rhythm Design & Marketing is a social media marketing agency. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and is based in Newcastle, Australia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Curitiba , Brazil
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BRAINBOX BRANDING 360 is a small branding company in Curitiba , Brazil. The team provides Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bremen, Germany
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Founded in 1999, rothfeld is a small SEO company located in Bremen, Germany. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Budapest, Hungary
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RADEX MEDIA GROUP Kft. Is a small Budapest, Hungary-based Content Marketing company. Their services include Content Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Castle Hill, Australia
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FX Web Studio is an Email Marketing company. Established in 2004, the firm is in Castle Hill, Australia. Their services include Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Peachtree City, GA
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TRA Perception Management is a Marketing Strategy company located in Peachtree City, Georgia. They provide Marketing Strategy and Market Research and were established in 2014.
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Joshua Derek Advertising is a small Advertising company. Founded in 2019, the team provides Advertising and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Flou Marketing Agency is a small branding company launched in 2017. Their services include Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Accelerated Marketing Concepts is a print design agency. They were founded in 2013, and their services include Print Design and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond Hill, GA
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Coastal Empire Creative, a branding agency, was launched in 2018. The agency offers Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Waycross, GA
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Deep Field, Inc., an e-commerce development firm, offer E-Commerce Development and Email Marketing. They were launched in 2002.
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Small graphic design agency Internet Advertising Ideas, is based in Appleton, Wisconsin. The team offers Graphic Design and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Appleton, WI
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Wilde Web Marketing, a software development company, is located in Appleton, Wisconsin. Founded in 2011, the team provides Custom Software Development and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Curitiba, Brazil
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Gio Bp is an Advertising company launched in 2012. The firm offers Advertising and Branding.
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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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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 - 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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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
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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.