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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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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Garland, TX
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Social media marketing company Social Science Media was established in 2015. Located in Garland, Texas, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design.
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BRBD Marketing is a Cape Town, South Africa-based social media marketing firm. Established in 2019, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Sales Outsourcing.
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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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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See all 1 projectsJohn Tech Solution provides website development, SEO optimization, and social media management services. Their reviews highlight their exceptional expertise in creating visually appealing and functional websites, effective marketing strategies, and engaging social media management. Clients commend their professionalism, attention to detail, and responsiveness, noting their significant contribution to brand visibility and customer engagement.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Vespa Media is a web design agency. They are headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina and Bogotá, Colombia, and their services include Web Design and Branding.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Karachi, Pakistan
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Headquartered in Karachi, Pakistan and Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Createch is a web development company. They provide Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Capital Federal, Argentina
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Lemmonet, a branding firm, is in Capital Federal, Argentina and London, England. Their services include Branding and Mobile App Development.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49San Pedro Garza García, Mexico
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BC Mexico is a small web development firm headquartered in San Pedro Garza García, Mexico. Their services include Web Development and Branding.
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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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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Bogotá, Colombia
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Zambrano Group is a branding company. They provide Branding and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2007.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Jerusalem, Israel
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PPC Experts Co., a pay per click company, is based in Jerusalem, Israel. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ljubljana, Slovenia
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Beglobal agency is a small Content Marketing company. Founded in 2017, the team provides Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Prague, Czech Republic
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Mayalukas - Digital Marketing Experts is a pay per click company. They are based in Prague, Czech Republic and have small team. They provide Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Pixify Digital Agency is a social media marketing company launched in 2009. The small team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Web Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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SEO company Grazia SEO Consultants was established in 2017. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tesvikiye, Türkiye
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Boomerang Istanbul Digital Marketing Agency, a Digital Strategy company, was launched in 2010. They specializes in Digital Strategy and Mobile & App Marketing.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Zagreb, Croatia
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Social media marketing company envy Croatia is located in Zagreb, Croatia and Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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Yopie.ca is a small Toronto, Canada-based pay per click company. The team offers Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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Founded in 2017, Curiocity Group Inc., a small social media marketing company, is in Calgary, Canada. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Brand New Vision is a small branding agency based in Sofia, Bulgaria. The team specializes in Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Headquartered in India, SD-Communications is a graphic design company. Their services include Graphic Design and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Worcester, MA
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Paris Marketing is a branding agency. Headquartered in Worcester, Massachusetts, their small team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing. The agency was founded in 2012.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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PPCChamp, a small PPC agency, is headquartered in Chandigarh, India. The team offers Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Based in Los Angeles, California, Social Influence is a small PPC company. Their services include Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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Flatart Agency is a SEO company. Located in Ankara , Türkiye, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Lahore, Pakistan
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Prof SEO Services is a SEO company in Lahore, Pakistan. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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Durgesh IT Solutions is a SEO agency. They are in New Delhi, India, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$100,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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Bassma Agency is a Content Marketing company. They specialize in Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2015. The company is based in Gaza, Palestine, State of.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Singapore, Singapore
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Scenes City Telesolutions is a social media marketing firm. They were established in 2012, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Sales Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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In Dubai, United Arab Emirates, STEROID Integrated Marketing is a small Direct Marketing company. The team specializes in Direct Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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Melwood Studios is a small Digital Strategy company headquartered in New Delhi, India. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Ramat Gan, Israel
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JONNY - Digital Advertising Made Right is a PPC company. They are in Ramat Gan, Israel and have small team of experts. Their services include Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Islamabad, Pakistan
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Digital Sight is a branding agency. Their team is in Islamabad, Pakistan and specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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Mobile & App Marketing company MOBFEVER is in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. The team focuses on Mobile & App Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Plantation, FL
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Top of Mind PR is a social media marketing firm. The small Plantation, Florida-based team provides Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy. The agency was founded in 2015.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Sargodha, Pakistan
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Research and Management Consultants Private Limited is a social media marketing agency. They were founded in 2020, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Panchkula, India
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In Panchkula, India, Scribblers India is a Content Marketing company. They provide Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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Small social media marketing company Full Circus, is in New Delhi, India. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kolkata, India
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Located in Kolkata, India, Adert Software Services Pvt. Ltd. Is a social media marketing firm. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Manchester, England
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StraightIn is a Digital Strategy company. The team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing, and the agency is in Manchester, England and Chicago, Illinois.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Bogor, Indonesia
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LOPOKOPI.CO is a social media marketing firm. The Bogor, Indonesia-based company offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Surat, India
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Launched in 2017, Meraki Solution Hub is a social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
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VXS CHAKRA SURIA SDN BHD is a Petaling Jaya, Malaysia-based social media marketing company. Established in 2000, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Casablanca, Morocco
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Founded in 2013, BOXCOM is a social media marketing firm. The firm provides Social Media Marketing and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Singapore, Singapore
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Asdor Singapore is an Event Marketing company. Launched in 2007, the agency is in Singapore, Singapore. Their services include Event Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kannur, India
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STELLENT is a small social media marketing firm headquartered in Kannur, India. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Mumbai, India
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Tech Bay Leaf Pvt Ltd is a social media marketing firm. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing, and the agency is located in Mumbai, India and San Francisco, California.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brisbane City, Australia
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TFM Digital is a social media marketing firm. Established in 2019, the company is located in Brisbane City, Australia. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Thetford, England
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Hayward Miller Ltd is a Market Research company founded in 2010. The company offers Market Research and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Imprint Marketing group is a web design agency established in 2011. The team focuses on Web Design and Social Media Marketing and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Based in Ciudad de México, Mexico and London, England, undertk studio is a social media marketing firm. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Ecommerce Marketing and were founded in 2018.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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Justwords Digital is a Calgary, Canada-based social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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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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$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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$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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$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.