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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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IT managed services company Heather Holm HolmPage Productions is based in Canada. They focus on IT managed services and Search Engine Optimization.
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Established in 2011, Caitlin Braam Creative is a Marketing Strategy company. The team offers Marketing Strategy and Public Relations.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Highland, IN
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National Marketing Group - NMG is a midsize Event Marketing company. Established in 1994, the team provides Event Marketing and Graphic Design.
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Launched in 2001, Electricgoddess is a Content Marketing company. The team focuses on Content Marketing and Conversion Optimization and is in Seattle, Washington.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSeattle, WA
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LINSTER CREATIVE LLC is a branding agency. Their small team is based in Seattle, Washington. Their team offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSeattle, WA
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Established in 2016, Reisinger PR is a PR company. Their team focuses on Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerDenver, CO
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AFM Communications llc, a public relations agency, was established in 2009. The team focuses on Public Relations and Content 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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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBoulder, CO
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Keener Communications LLC is a public relations agency. They are located in Boulder, Colorado and have small team. Their team specializes in Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerEugene, OR
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Launched in 2001, Rudolf Korv Creative Design is a graphic design company. The team focuses on Graphic Design and Print Design and is located in Eugene, Oregon.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFargo, ND
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Social media marketing agency MediaOnQ specializes in Social Media Marketing and Video Production. They are located in Fargo, North Dakota.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerDallas, TX
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Knox Creative Agency is a small branding company established in 2017. Their team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Lightbox Design Company is a small branding firm. Launched in 2016, the team provides Branding and Pay Per Click.
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Vibrant Marketing, an Advertising company, was established in 2006. In Montreal, Canada, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerChicago, IL
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In Chicago, Illinois, SurgeTick Digital Marketing is a Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerChicago, IL
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Fusion Design Works is an user experience company. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Their services include UX/UI Design and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Plano, TX
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Dunham + Company is an Event Marketing company. In Plano, Texas, their team specializes in Event Marketing and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerTigard, OR
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Booyah Creative is a graphic design agency. The Tigard, Oregon-based company was launched in 2008. Their services include Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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Headquartered in Springfield, Oregon, amy bremner design is a graphic design company. Their services include Graphic Design and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerDallas, TX
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TLS Digital Group is a Digital Strategy company located in Dallas, Texas. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBoulder, CO
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MELD Strategy + Communications is a public relations company. They were founded in 2014 and specialize in Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerScottsdale, AZ
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DNA is a small Scottsdale, Arizona-based Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFort Worth, TX
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GT Marketing Agency is an Email Marketing company established in 2016. Their team offers Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerScottsdale, AZ
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Avail Digital Marketing is a Scottsdale, Arizona-based web design company. They offer Web Design and Branding and were launched in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerAmarillo, TX
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Lemieux Company is a video production agency. Based in Amarillo, Texas, the company focuses on Video Production and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerColorado Springs, CO
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Jon Eddy Productions is a small Colorado Springs, Colorado-based video production agency. Their services include Video Production and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSan Francisco, CA
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Valley Wizard Corporation is a small San Francisco, California-based Marketing Strategy company. The team provides Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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SEMcampaigns.com is a Content Marketing company. The team offers Content Marketing and Digital Strategy, and the firm is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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Founded in 2015, RDKmedia is a Digital Strategy company. The firm offers Digital Strategy and Graphic Design, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLittleton, CO
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Pango Marketing, a small branding firm, is headquartered in Littleton, Colorado. The team specializes in Branding and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Little Rock, AR
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Launched in 1984, Stone Ward is a midsize Little Rock, Arkansas-based public relations firm. Their services include Public Relations and Advertising.
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Based in Aurora, Illinois, EMS Analytics - Effective Marketing Solutions is a small Business Consulting company. The team focuses on Business Consulting and Market Research.
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Based in , Sun Marketing Advertising Media is a media planning & buying company. The team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Mobile & App Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Little Rock, AR
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Vox Global is an Advertising company. Established in 2007, the firm is based in Little Rock, Arkansas. Their team focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerNew Haven, CT
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Praitie Studios LLC is a Logo company. They are based in New Haven, Connecticut and have small team. Their services include Logo and Mobile & App Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Honolulu, HI
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Based in Honolulu, Hawaii, 6 Pillars Marketing is a midsize Event Marketing company. The team provides Event Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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Bijo John is a web development company. Their small team is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their team focuses on Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFargo, ND
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Launched in 2016, Stacey Bartron Designs is a small user experience company. Their services include UX/UI Design and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerStamford, CT
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Pixellet is a Digital Strategy company. Their team is based in Stamford, Connecticut and specializes in Digital Strategy and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerAtlanta, GA
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Elle PR, a Content Marketing company, is in Atlanta, Georgia. They provide Content Marketing and Email Marketing and were established in 2014.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerWilmington, DE
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Small Advertising company Delmarva Broadcasting Company, is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware. The team offers Advertising and Broadcast Video.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Wilmington, DE
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Trellist Marketing and Technology is a branding company. Based in Wilmington, Delaware, the firm focuses on Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerTrumbull, CT
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Katzing Creative Ways, a small Broadcast Video company, is in Trumbull, Connecticut. The team provides Broadcast Video and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Raleigh, NC
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Howard/Merrell is a midsize Advertising company founded in 1945. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerRockford, IL
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Logo company Stone Dragon Marketing was established in 2013. The team offers Logo and Pay Per Click and is in Rockford, Illinois.
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Lauren Davis Creative is a branding firm established in 2010. In Rockford, Illinois, the team provides Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerTorrington, CT
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JMo Digital Marketing Solutions is an Advertising company. The Torrington, Connecticut-based agency was launched in 2016. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerOrange, CT
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Established in 2017, Michael Baker Digital is a small Advertising company headquartered in Orange, Connecticut. Their team specializes in Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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Small graphic design agency JMichael Marketing, is in Southington, Connecticut. The team provides Graphic Design and Marketing Strategy.
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Forest City Marketing is a Middletown, Connecticut-based e-commerce development company. They specialize in E-Commerce Development and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Gent, Belgium
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Advertising company Wijs was launched in 1999. The midsize team offers Advertising and UX/UI Design.
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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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$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.