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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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Ohana SEO is a social media marketing agency and SEO company. Their small team is based in Hawaii. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Honolulu, HI
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Tiny Little Mustard Seed Digital Marketing, a social media marketing agency, is in Honolulu, Hawaii. Founded in 2022, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Writing Services.
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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+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New Orleans, LAServices provided
See all 16 projectsOnline Optimism is a digital marketing agency with expertise in Social Media Marketing, Social Media Management, and Digital Branding. Their services are highly valued for increasing audience engagement and content reach, with 100% of reviewers noting their flexibility and dedication to client needs. Approximately 80% of reviewers highlighted their expertise in creating engaging social media campaigns and innovative solutions.
$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.
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Social Pulse Media, a small social media marketing company, is headquartered in Connecticut. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Writing Services.
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Bloom Social is a Grand Rapids, Michigan-based social media marketing company. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design and were established in 2018.
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Jenny Schmitt Marketing is a small social media marketing firm based in Pleasant Grove, Utah. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Writing Services.
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Assurity Ads , a small social media marketing agency, is headquartered in South Jordan, Utah. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Writing Services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond, VA
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Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, Tiny House Marketing is a social media marketing agency and PPC agency. Launched in 2020, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$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.
$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.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Austin, TX
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Steve Ward Media, LLC is a small social media marketing firm and pay per click company founded in 2018. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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Highlight is a small social media marketing firm and pay per click company located in Newtown, Pennsylvania. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$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 - 9Dallas, TX
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Direct Booking IQ is a Dallas, Texas-based social media marketing firm and pay per click agency. They provide Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2018.
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Headquartered in Prosper, Texas, Capital Advertising is a small social media marketing agency and pay per click company. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Reigate, England
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Based in Reigate, England, White Bee Digital is a social media marketing company. They offer Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click and were founded in 2020.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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The Bannermen is a social media marketing firm and pay per click agency. Established in 2013, their team provides Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Located in Toronto, Canada, Night Day Media is a social media marketing agency and Content Marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dublin, Ireland
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Sinoclix Digital Marketing Agency is a social media marketing agency launched in 2020. In Dublin, Ireland, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Affiliate Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Prague, Czech Republic
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Headquartered in Prague, Czech Republic, Contentiamo is a small Digital Strategy and social media marketing company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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LMR Digital Marketing is a social media marketing company. Based in Vancouver, Canada, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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In Los Angeles, California, 424 Web is a small social media marketing firm and web design agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Passaic, NJ
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BERD Consultants LLC, a branding company and social media marketing company, provides Branding and Social Media Marketing. The firm is located in Passaic, New Jersey.
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Falco Influence is a social media marketing firm and Content Marketing company. They are headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Terrace, Canada
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Kraft Communications is a social media marketing agency and web design agency located in Terrace, Canada. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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UCOMA is a small social media marketing firm and web design agency founded in 2021. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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EXTENSIVE GENERATION is a small social media marketing company. Launched in 2017, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and IT managed services.
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Content Marketing company TouchStone Digital was founded in 2020. The team provides Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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247 Real Estate Marketing is an Ahmedabad, India-based social media marketing company. Launched in 2025, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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Eclaro, a Back Office Outsourcing company, offer Back Office Outsourcing and Accounting. They were established in 1999.
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$75,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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Media planning and buying agency USIM offers Media Planning & Buying and Digital Strategy. They are located in Los Angeles, California and Irvine, California.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Durban, South Africa
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Kagiso Interactive, an application development company, was established in 2008. The company offers Mobile App Development and Web Development, and is midsize.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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Get B2B Leads is a midsize Los Angeles, California-based Sales Outsourcing company. The team provides Sales Outsourcing and Social Media Marketing.
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$250,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Toronto, Canada
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Established in 2006, Kognitive is a midsize Toronto, Canada-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Bhopal, India
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E-commerce development firm V Group Inc. Is based in East Windsor, New Jersey and Bhopal, India. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Houston, TX
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Marketing Strategy company Creative Logo Studio is headquartered in Houston, Texas. They focus on Marketing Strategy and Other Marketing.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Minato City, Japan
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Concept Design I/O is a Corporate Training & Coaching company. Launched in 2000, their team specializes in Corporate Training & Coaching and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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In San Diego, California, Readersmagnet is a SEO services firm. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Morton Grove, IL
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GFS IT SOLUTIONS is a midsize London, England-based Digital Strategy company. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Stoke-on-Trent, England
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Foodhub For Business, a Digital Strategy company, is headquartered in Stoke-on-Trent, England and Sydney, Australia. Established in 2008, the team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Petronella is an IT strategy consulting company. Launched in 2020, the team offers IT strategy consulting and Cybersecurity. The agency is located in London, England.
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Vendekin Technologies is a Warehousing & Distribution company. The team offers Warehousing & Distribution and Digital Strategy and is located in Pune, India.
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Digital Inning is a SEO company. Launched in 2022, the agency is headquartered in Rajkot, India. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Kyiv, Ukraine
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Marchenko Marketing is a social media marketing company founded in 2018. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and is located in Kyiv, Ukraine.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Faisalabad, Pakistan
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Styleadz is a social media marketing company. Launched in 2020, the agency specializes in Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Manchester, England
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Hutch Marketing is a web design company. The team is headquartered in Manchester, England, and their services include Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Miami Beach, FL
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Stalo Productions, a video production agency, is headquartered in Miami Beach, Florida. Their services include Video Production and Corporate Photography.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Budapest, Hungary
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SoulCase Studio is a video production agency. The Budapest, Hungary-based agency provides Video Production and Advertising.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Mumbai, India
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First Fiction Pictures, an Advertising company, was established in 2018. The agency specializes in Advertising and Broadcast Video, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Vellore, India
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Branding company Triplets DPI was launched in 2020. The team offers Branding and Email Marketing and is in Vellore, India.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Graphic design agency Aerchtech was launched in 2017. The firm specializes in Graphic Design and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Nairobi, Kenya
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Founded in 2021, CraftsLab Studios is a small Nairobi, Kenya-based branding firm. Their services include Branding and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Vadodara, India
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Graphic design company Brandure is located in Vadodara, India. They focus on Graphic Design and Video Production and were launched in 2014.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Bengaluru, India
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AKSHAT SINGH BISHT DIGITAL MARKETING CONSULTANT is a Digital Strategy company. The Wilmington, Delaware-based company specializes in Digital Strategy and cloud consulting & SI.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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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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$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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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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37.9/40.018.6/20 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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$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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37.2/40.017.8/20 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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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Kyiv, Ukraine
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36.9/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 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.