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 - 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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$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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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Stevensville, MD
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Small Advertising company Prescott Public Relations, is headquartered in Stevensville, Maryland. Their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Sydney, Australia
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Havoc Digital is a SEO services firm launched in 2012. The team offers 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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Skokie, IL
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Launched in 2013, Pop Digital Marketing is a branding agency. The team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing and is based in Skokie, Illinois.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Glasgow, Scotland
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Blueprint Media is a public relations firm established in 2001. The company offers Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Eugene, OR
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Optimize Media Marketing is an Email Marketing company founded in 2010. The firm focuses on Email Marketing and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Camas, WA
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Launched in 2016, Foxhound Digital is a Marketing Strategy company. Their team provides Marketing Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ayer, MA
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Founded in 2016, Digital Tradesman is an Email Marketing company. The firm provides Email Marketing and Pay Per Click, and is small.
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Nuts and Bolts Web Design is an Advertising company launched in 2004. The company provides Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Delhi, India
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FNF Creations is a SEO agency. Headquartered in Delhi, India, the company was established in 2017. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Loganville, GA
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Founded in 2013, Social Sphere Media is a PPC company. The small team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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SEO agency Petsaal Technologies was founded in 2018. The firm offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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Bubble Social Media Marketing, LLC, a small social media marketing company, is in Silver Spring, Maryland. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Oakland, CA
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CH Web Media is a graphic design company. Established in 2010, the team provides Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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Grace Life Marketing is an Advertising company. In Albany, Georgia, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Spokane, WA
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Established in 2016, Spokane SEO Services, a small SEO services firm, is headquartered in Spokane, Washington. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lapeer, MI
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Web Centre is an e-commerce development firm launched in 2009. The small team provides E-Commerce Development and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Madison, WI
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M.O.D Media Productions is a branding company launched in 2015. The company offers Branding and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Seal Beach, CA
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Boulevard Digital Marketing, Inc. Is an Email Marketing company. Located in Seal Beach, California, the agency provides Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Orange, CA
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Founded in 2019, eduMEDIA, a small Content Marketing company, is located in Orange, California. Their team provides Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Indianapolis, IN
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SMaac Digital Marketing, LLC, a branding firm, was launched in 2017. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, the team provides Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond Hill, GA
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Lesley Francis PR is a Marketing Strategy company. Their small team is based in Richmond Hill, Georgia. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Muskegon, MI
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Canna Communication is a PR firm. They are located in Muskegon, Michigan and have small team of experts. Their services include Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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Azam Iqbal is a Conversion Optimization company. The Lahore, Pakistan-based team provides Conversion Optimization and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boca Raton, FL
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Based in Boca Raton, Florida, Green Arrow Marketing & Media is a Content Marketing company. They provide Content Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Surrey, Canada
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Panta Marketing is a Surrey, Canada-based Content Marketing company. The team provides Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Razgrad, Bulgaria
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Montedi is a SEO agency. They are in Razgrad, Bulgaria, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Thane, India
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Yelkotech is a SEO services firm established in 2007. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Email Marketing and is based in Thane, India.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Providence, RI
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V+R Digital Branding Agency, a branding agency, was established in 2015. The small team focuses on Branding and Logo.
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COSMarketing Agency is a Corporate Photography company. Located in Orlando, Florida, the company specializes in Corporate Photography and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Leeds, England
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Marketing Originals. Is an Email Marketing company. Headquartered in Leeds, England, the team focuses on Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Launched in 2015, Lluvia Digital is an Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Petersburg, FL
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Gallagher Website Design is a web design agency. The team provides Web Design and Search Engine Optimization, and the agency is based in St. Petersburg, Florida.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Rosario, Argentina
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Tecnoarea is a small web design agency. They provide Web Design and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2013.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Karachi, Pakistan
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Tech N Digital is a small Content Marketing company. They provide Content Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing and were established in 2019.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Leipzig, Germany
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Capcycle is an Advertising company. The Leipzig, Germany-based company specializes in Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Syracuse, NY
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Intuitive Edge Design is a Syracuse, New York-based Advertising company. Launched in 2014, the team provides Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Amarillo, TX
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SKP Creative is a Content Marketing company. Based in Amarillo, Texas, the agency provides Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Caesarea, Israel
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Bold Digital Ltd is a Digital Strategy company in Caesarea, Israel and Ramat Gan, Israel. The team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Carlton, Australia
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InnoFuture is a Content Marketing company. They were established in 2007 and offer Content Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Campinas , Brazil
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Farnesi Digital is a branding firm. They are located in Campinas , Brazil and have small team of experts. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lorena, TX
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AlliedOne Marketing is a Content Marketing company. They are based in Lorena, Texas and have small team. Their team focuses on Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Miami Beach, FL
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Onederful Pictures is a pay per click agency. The Miami Beach, Florida-based agency was launched in 2006. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Erie, PA
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Paragon Media One, a Content Marketing company, was launched in 2001. The agency offers Content Marketing and Email Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Budapest, Hungary
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Headquartered in Budapest, Hungary, PLUS CREATIVE & MEDIA LTD. Is a graphic design agency. They focus on Graphic Design and Pay Per Click and were founded in 2014.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Dublin, OH
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Established in 1993, CPMedia - Marketing, LLC is an Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Other Digital Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montreal, Canada
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39/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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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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$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
100% Social Media Marketing
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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.