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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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Eclectic Media is a social media marketing agency. Founded in 2014, their team provides Social Media Marketing and Other Digital Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Glasgow, Scotland
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Launched in 2022, Shaka Social is a small social media marketing agency. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Video Production.
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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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NuReach is an Other Marketing and social media marketing agency. In , the team offers Other Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Jakarta Selatan, Indonesia
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Perlu Agency is a social media marketing firm launched in 2022. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vilnius, Lithuania
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Colibris, a social media marketing firm, is in Vilnius, Lithuania. They offer Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy and were launched in 2020.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Meridian, ID
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Slicebright is a Meridian, Idaho-based social media marketing firm and Ecommerce Marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Kaunas, Lithuania
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BE FIRST Digital is a social media marketing company and PPC agency. Their small team is located in Kaunas, Lithuania. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Kuching, Malaysia
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Blackstone Consultancy is a Kuching, Malaysia-based social media marketing agency. Founded in 2022, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Rank digital solution is a social media marketing company and SEO company. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2018.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Central, Hong Kong
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In Central, Hong Kong, MarketingHero is a social media marketing firm and SEO company. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2023.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brampton, Canada
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NRC digital Marketing, a Digital Strategy and social media marketing company, was founded in 2021. The company specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Quick Boosting is a social media marketing company and Other Digital Marketing company established in 2024. The agency focuses on Social Media Marketing and Other Digital Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Narratent Digital Marketing is a social media marketing firm. The Chicago, Illinois-based firm was founded in 2019. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Jaipur, India
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Vertez Steel Global Works LLP is a SEO services firm and social media marketing firm. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2025.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Social media marketing firm Spicy Media - marketing agency was launched in 2017. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9
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Social media marketing firm Citrine Research and Consulting is in Scottsdale, Arizona. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Advertising and were established in 2019.
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Muster Agency is a social media marketing company. The minneapolis, Minnesota-based firm provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, India
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See all 1 projectsMarketing Solutions, not just a great design Since our foundation in 1998, our goal has been to co-create success through experiential engagement between the client and us. We believe, Creative,
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Cliqtechno is a small social media marketing company headquartered in Al Farwaniyah, Kuwait. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999San Francisco, CA
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See all 1 projectsPhoenix Ghostwriting offer a comprehensive range of ghostwriting services, including book illustrations and marketing. Our team conducts meticulous research with unwavering dedication to ensure your
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See all 1 projectsPublish Pro LLC is a professional self-publishing and book publishing services company dedicated to helping authors turn their ideas into professionally published books. The company provides a full
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Radex Digital is a midsize SEO agency in Falköping, Sweden. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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The Ghostwriting Club is a social media marketing company. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$250,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Sacramento, CA
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Best Bee AI Marketing, a social media marketing firm, is in Sacramento, California. Founded in 2023, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Ephraim, UT
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Social media marketing firm Marketing Stealth was launched in 2019. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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SEO Recovery is a midsize social media marketing firm headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr250 - 999Zirakpur, India
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SOCIAL WEBS MEDIA is a social media marketing agency. The Zirakpur, India-based firm specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Raymore, MO
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See all 1 projectsBlue Door Marketing offers comprehensive services in Social Media Management and Digital Marketing, including website overhauls and online branding efforts. Reviews highlight the agency's commitment to collaboration, responsiveness, and delivering projects on time, resulting in increased social media engagement for clients. Their small business approach allows for direct communication with leadership, ensuring personalized service.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Fredericksburg, VA
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Pitschy, a Digital Strategy company, was launched in 2016. The team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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See all 1 projectsDertiweb offers services in business appointment registration and Google Maps integration. The overall feedback from reviews on Clutch.co highlights their timely project delivery, efficient online appointment management systems, and exceptional customer service, particularly noting the speed of work and the kindness of their representative, Jorge.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Hanoi, Vietnam
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ConeX is an Advertising company. They are headquartered in Hanoi, Vietnam and Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam, and their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Launched in 2014, Juniper Marketing and Communications is a social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Edmonton, Canada
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Small social media marketing firm SocialPixel, is based in Edmonton, Canada. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999London , England
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Advertising company We Are Social was founded in 2008. The firm focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$250,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Austin, TX
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Advertising company GSD&M was established in 1971. The agency specializes in Advertising and Social Media Marketing, and is midsize.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Boston, MA
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Hill Holliday is an Advertising company. Their midsize team is in Boston, Massachusetts and New York, New York and specializes in Advertising and UX/UI Design. The firm was founded in 1968.
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Marchewka Studios is a social media marketing agency. Their team is in Leeds, England and specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Pune, India
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Growbizz is a social media marketing firm. The midsize Pune, India-based team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing. The firm was launched in 2013.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Surry Hills, Australia
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News Xtend is an Other Digital Marketing company. Located in Surry Hills, Australia, the agency offers Other Digital Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Sofia, Bulgaria
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TriplePro is a Digital Strategy company. They were launched in 2014 and offer Digital Strategy and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Coimbatore, India
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Aveniron is a small Business Consulting company established in 2017. Their services include Business Consulting and Market Research.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49cairo, Egypt
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Located in cairo, Egypt, Penvlit is a social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49دبي, United Arab Emirates
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G2M Digital, a Digital Strategy company, was launched in 2017. In دبي, United Arab Emirates and Pune, India, the team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Toledo, OH
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CHIKA creative is a branding firm. Their small team is in Toledo, Ohio. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Acugence Systems is a branding company headquartered in Al Wakrah, Qatar. They provide Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hollywood, FL
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LA Media Group is an Email Marketing company. Established in 2017, the team provides Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Ottawa, Canada
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Ottawa SEO Inc., a PR agency, is located in Ottawa, Canada. Launched in 2022, the team specializes in Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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NEXA is a social media marketing company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Paris, France
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EveryOne., a small social media marketing company, is headquartered in Luxembourg, Luxembourg and Minato City, Japan. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Carrots is a Madrid, Spain-based social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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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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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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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Fishers, IN
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Amsterdam, Netherlands
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35.6/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Iowa City, IA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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34.2/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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37.4/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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33.9/40.017.4/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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33.6/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49București, Romania
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33.6/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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33.5/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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37.9/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Orlando, FL
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33.4/40.016/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Docklands, Australia
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34.7/40.017.4/20 Reviews9/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Kato Polemidia, Cyprus
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37.4/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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33.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Birmingham, England
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33.1/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 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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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.