Top Social Media Marketing Agencies
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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Stash Media Group, a small branding firm, is located in San Antonio, Texas. The team specializes in Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Richmond, VA
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CreativeMktGroup, a branding firm, is located in Richmond, Virginia. They specialize in Branding and 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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Graphic design company LLOBE Design provides Graphic Design and Social Media Marketing. They are based in San Francisco, California and Chicago, Illinois.
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BizAmps - ABM/ Outbound Lead Generation Setup Agency is a small Advertising company established in 2013. Their team focuses on Advertising and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Miami, FL
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Smartners Business Services is a small Miami, Florida-based Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Graphic Design.
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Nexus Data Systems Ltd is a branding agency. Their small team is located in Hillington , Scotland. Their services include Branding and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Newark, DE
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Founded in 2016, Bridgeight LLC is a small Newark, Delaware-based Conversion Optimization company. Their team focuses on Conversion Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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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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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Wilmington, DE
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First Ascent is a branding company. The Wilmington, Delaware-based firm focuses on Branding and Graphic Design.
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Cincinnati, OH
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O'Keeffe, a Content Marketing company, is located in Cincinnati, Ohio. They offer Content Marketing and Public Relations and were launched in 2001.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Meximieux, France
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K-Digital, a small Conversion Optimization company, is headquartered in Meximieux, France. Their services include Conversion Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Sandy, UT
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Idyllwild Advertising, an Advertising company, was established in 2007. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dublin, Ireland
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VooDoo is a small Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and Content Marketing and were founded in 2002.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Delhi, India
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Graphic design agency B2B INFOSOFT was founded in 2012. The small team specializes in Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Orangus is a Content Marketing company. The New Delhi, India-based team specializes in Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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Established in 2009, Firefly Digital is a Content Marketing company. The small team specializes in Content Marketing and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jacksonville, FL
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Socially Bold is a graphic design company. Founded in 2015, the firm focuses on Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Indianapolis, IN
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Launched in 2019, Circle City Digital is a web design agency. The team focuses on Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Des Moines, IA
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Video production company Red 11 Media provides Video Production and Social Media Marketing. They were established in 2014.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Knoxville, TN
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BrandVision Marketing is an Advertising company established in 1993. Their services include Advertising and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Archdifusión is an Advertising company. They were established in 2013 and offer Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Singapore, Singapore
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Brandcourage is a branding company. Established in 2005, the company is based in Singapore, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Their team specializes in Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Long Island, NY
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Founded in 2011, Fusing Marketing is a graphic design company. The small team specializes in Graphic Design and Logo.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Brisbane City, Australia
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RedEx Digital is a Content Marketing company. The firm is based in Brisbane City, Australia. Their services include Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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Blair Allen Agency is a Digital Strategy company. The small Summerset, South Dakota-based team provides Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy. The company was launched in 2018.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Holyoke, MA
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Holyoke Marketing Company, an Email Marketing company, was established in 2017. They provides Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Founded in 2015, Flixweb Technology, a small web design agency, is based in Agartala, India. Their team provides Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Watsspace Marketing Agency, a small social media marketing firm, is located in İstanbul, Türkiye. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9McMinnville, TN
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Serious SEM, a Marketing Strategy company, specializes in Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization. The agency is in McMinnville, Tennessee.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sanford, FL
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Devsyntech'Inc is an e-commerce development company launched in 2016. The agency specializes in E-Commerce Development and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Garrison Olson, a Content Marketing company, was established in 2019. The company specializes in Content Marketing and Digital Strategy, and is small.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Maidstone, England
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Simple Advertising is a SEO services firm. Based in Maidstone, England, their small team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing. The agency was established in 2017.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Widnes, England
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Madabout Media Ltd is a Conversion Optimization company. Headquartered in Widnes, England, the company was established in 2008. Their services include Conversion Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baton Rouge, LA
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Hammer & Nail Marketing is a small Baton Rouge, Louisiana-based social media marketing firm. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9West Perth, Australia
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Two Moons Consulting, a branding firm, was launched in 2009. Headquartered in West Perth, Australia, the team offers Branding and Pay Per Click.
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AIMS Digital is a Conversion Optimization company. They were founded in 1998 and offer Conversion Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Perth, Australia
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JAZ is a Digital Strategy company launched in 1992. The team provides Digital Strategy and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Virginia Beach, VA
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Online Marketing Shark is a SEO services firm. They were founded in 2016, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Palm Harbor, FL
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SC Media, Inc is an Email Marketing company. Established in 2012, the team focuses on Email Marketing and Pay Per Click. The firm is located in Palm Harbor, Florida.
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Arc Digitech is a Content Marketing company. Launched in 2013, the agency is based in Pune, India. Their team specializes in Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Grand Junction, CO
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Graphic design company Long Point Digital is headquartered in Grand Junction, Colorado. Their services include Graphic Design and Other Digital Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Louis, MO
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Farfetched Studios LLC is an Email Marketing company founded in 2010. In St. Louis, Missouri, the team focuses on Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Schaumburg, IL
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Carson Stoga Communications is a PR firm. They were founded in 1999 and provide Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Columbus, NE
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Branding firm Rival Design was established in 2017. Headquartered in Columbus, Nebraska, the team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Alafaya, FL
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Falconics, a branding company, is in Alafaya, Florida. Launched in 2012, the team focuses on Branding and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Garden Grove, CA
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Founded in 2013, Zega Logos, a small Logo company, is based in Garden Grove, California. Their team offers Logo and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Flowery Branch, GA
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E-commerce development company Bright Tribe, Inc. Offers E-Commerce Development and Search Engine Optimization. They were launched in 2006.
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Crystal Clear SEO is a SEO services firm. They are located in Springfield, Missouri and have small team. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Referazon, an Affiliate Marketing company, was founded in 2019. They offers Affiliate Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baton Rouge, LA
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Rankanywhere is a SEO services firm based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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Launched in 2018, Prism Marketing Group is a small London, England-based social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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List of the Top 15 Social Media Marketing Companies
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montreal, Canada
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chattanooga, TN
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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37.6/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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37.5/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London, England
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36.3/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Northfield, IL
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36.3/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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39.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Fishers, IN
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38.1/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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35.8/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 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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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.