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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Holešovice, Czech Republic
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Founded in 2014, Get Boost Media s.r.o. Is a social media marketing agency. Based in Holešovice, Czech Republic, the team provides Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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Hypebear TikTok Agentur is a social media marketing firm. Based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, the firm was founded in 2020. Their services include Social Media Marketing.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is a digital marketing agency specializing in social media advertising and digital strategy. A comprehensive analysis of their Clutch.co reviews reveals a 100% satisfaction rate, emphasizing their exceptional attention to detail and project management skills. Notable feedback highlights their expertise in social media campaigns and digital branding, with clients praising their ability to drive brand awareness and improve online reputation.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Ciudad de México, MexicoServices provided
See all 14 projectsSUBE Digital Agency specializes in Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, and Social Media Strategy, consistently delivering tailored solutions and impressive results for their clients. With a 100% positive feedback rate, clients praise their project management, execution, and understanding of business needs, highlighting increased leads, conversions, and social media engagement. Their customer service and adaptability are also frequently lauded.
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Amsterdam, NetherlandsServices provided
See all 4 projectsPromoguy is a digital marketing agency specializing in Social Media Marketing, providing services such as Social Media Management and advertising. Their clients praise their reliability and proactive project management. With 100% positive feedback, they are recognized for delivering campaigns efficiently, optimizing LinkedIn and Google Ads, and offering good value for cost.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9München, Germany
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Followbutler is a social media marketing firm. They are based in München, Germany and have small team. Their services include Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9München, Germany
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UNSTK is a social media marketing company. Their small team is headquartered in München, Germany. Their services include Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Sandton, South Africa
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Affinity Collective is a midsize branding agency and social media marketing firm based in Sandton, South Africa. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bryan, TX
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Abundantly Social is a social media marketing firm launched in 2018. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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Founded in 2024, Techconfer is a SEO services firm. The midsize team provides Search Engine Optimization 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 - 9Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Luna is a social media marketing firm. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing, and the agency is headquartered in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lido Beach, NY
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Otter Influence Inc. Is a social media marketing firm launched in 2020. Their services include Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249München, Germany
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Social media marketing company and Conversion Optimization company The Boutique Agency was established in 2015. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Sydney, Australia
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The Gruden Group, a social media marketing firm, specialize in Social Media Marketing and Advertising. They were established in 1994.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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M/H VCCP is a social media marketing company headquartered in San Francisco, California and New York, New York. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Westlake, OH
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ChoiceLocal is a pay per click agency. They are headquartered in Westlake, Ohio and have midsize team of experts. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Established in 2013, Dice Marketing & Advertising is a social media marketing firm. The company focuses on Social Media Marketing and Event Marketing, and is midsize.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249NIT Faridabad, India
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Abacus Desk, a PPC agency, is located in NIT Faridabad, India. They offer Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Ahmedabad, India
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Zero Gravity Communications is an Advertising company. Founded in 2014, the company is headquartered in Ahmedabad, India. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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Headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Verge Technology Plc. Is a web design company. Established in 2014, the team specializes in Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Evansville, IN
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3P Marketing, a pay per click agency, was established in 2019. The small team focuses on Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49
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Web design company First Dream Agency provides Web Design and Business Consulting. They were established in 2014.
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Promo Media Solutions, a social media marketing firm, provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The firm is in Ahmedabad, India.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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Alpha Studio, a Digital Strategy company, is located in San Salvador, El Salvador. They focus on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Karachi, Pakistan
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Social media marketing agency ECOMSOUQ was launched in 2022. The company provides Social Media Marketing and Ecommerce Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49North Brooksville, FL
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See all 1 projectsFocus on growing your business while your Bond Assistant handles the busy work—tasks like research, data entry, social media management, lead generation, and daily operations. Think of your Bond
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Navi Mumbai, India
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E-commerce development company Limra Technosys Pvt Ltd was launched in 2011. The team focuses on E-Commerce Development and Mobile App Development and is located in Navi Mumbai, India.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Medellín, Colombia
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Gulupa Digital is a web design company based in Medellín, Colombia. They offer Web Design and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2016.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London, England
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The Wild is a small Advertising company launched in 2019. Their team provides Advertising and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Leeds, England
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Clearsilver Brand Marketing Ltd. Is a PR firm. They offer Public Relations and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2006.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Lucknow, India
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Lucid Softech IT Solutions is a Lucknow, India-based SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Launched in 2020, 42 Media is a social media marketing company. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Vaughan, Canada
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See all 1 projectsPurpose Path provides comprehensive digital marketing solutions, emphasizing Social Media Management and SEO, to enhance online branding. Clients consistently praise their professional project management, timely delivery, and tailored strategies that lead to increased revenue. The company's expertise in developing effective digital marketing strategies and their commitment to client satisfaction are frequently highlighted in reviews.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Ha Noi, Vietnam
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Wolf Marketing 2017 Co., LTD is a pay per click agency. The Ha Noi, Vietnam-based agency provides Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Romaniv, Ukraine
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Established in 2017, Agency 1471 is a Sales Outsourcing company. The agency focuses on Sales Outsourcing and Email Marketing, and is small.
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Based in San Mateo, California, Dubon Consulting is an Other Digital Marketing company. They provide Other Digital Marketing and Web Design.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249
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CBIL360 is a web design company founded in 1998. The team specializes in Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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Launched in 2018, ADLG Marketing is a Digital Strategy company. The company specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Gurugram, India
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See all 1 projectsAdvology Solution offers digital marketing services, including site optimization and social media management. Reviews highlight their professionalism, solution-oriented approach, and transparency in work and cost. Clients have experienced increased site visitors, enhanced CTR, and overall growth due to their expertise and effective communication.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49giza, Egypt
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See all 1 projectsDot Design offers Social Media Marketing services, specializing in enhancing online branding and communication through platforms like Instagram and Facebook. The reviews highlight their expertise in customer behavior and competitive pricing. Clients commend Dot Design for their effective digital marketing strategies and flexible team collaboration, although some noted areas for improvement in technical support.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Noida, India
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MoxiWeb: The Best website designing company in Noida is a web design company established in 2023. The team focuses on Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249London, England
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See all 1 projectsConnective3 is a digital marketing agency specializing in content marketing campaigns. Feedback indicates dissatisfaction with their ability to deliver high-quality backlinks, with 100% of the reviews highlighting concerns over link quality and missed deadlines. Clients expressed the need for clearer communication and transparency regarding expectations and deliverables.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Barcelona, Spain
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Headquartered in Barcelona, Spain and Ipanema, Brazil, Inboundcycle is a midsize pay per click company. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Montevideo, Uruguay
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Pimod is a small Digital Strategy company. They specialize in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing and were launched in 2008.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Small SEO services firm Base Creative, is in London, England. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49München, Germany
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Great White Ark GmbH is a Content Marketing company. The team provides Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing, and the agency is based in München, Germany.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Bruxelles, Belgium
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Social.Lab is a small social media marketing agency launched in 2010. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49London, England
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Mighty Social is a social media marketing agency. They are based in London, England and have small team. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999El Segundo, CA
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Agent Image is a Digital Strategy company. They were launched in 1999, and their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Funnelpot, a branding agency, is located in Chicago, Illinois. They offer Branding and Social Media Marketing and were launched in 2024.
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SWG Marketing is a social media marketing company. Based in Preston, England, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$250,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Bala Cynwyd, PA
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Harmelin Media is a Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania-based media planning and buying agency. They specialize in Media Planning & Buying and Digital Strategy.
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Knoxville, TN
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Advertising company Tombras was established in 1946. The midsize team focuses on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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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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38.1/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 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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35/40.016.4/20 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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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.