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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Marketing Strategy company Orangegoal was founded in 2016. The firm specializes in Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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Headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, Marketing Hack is a small web design company. Their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is a digital marketing agency specializing in social media advertising and digital strategy. A comprehensive analysis of their Clutch.co reviews reveals a 100% satisfaction rate, emphasizing their exceptional attention to detail and project management skills. Notable feedback highlights their expertise in social media campaigns and digital branding, with clients praising their ability to drive brand awareness and improve online reputation.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Ciudad de México, MexicoServices provided
See all 14 projectsSUBE Digital Agency specializes in Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, and Social Media Strategy, consistently delivering tailored solutions and impressive results for their clients. With a 100% positive feedback rate, clients praise their project management, execution, and understanding of business needs, highlighting increased leads, conversions, and social media engagement. Their customer service and adaptability are also frequently lauded.
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Amsterdam, NetherlandsServices provided
See all 4 projectsPromoguy is a digital marketing agency specializing in Social Media Marketing, providing services such as Social Media Management and advertising. Their clients praise their reliability and proactive project management. With 100% positive feedback, they are recognized for delivering campaigns efficiently, optimizing LinkedIn and Google Ads, and offering good value for cost.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bremen, Germany
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Z-weitsicht is a Digital Strategy company. They are based in Bremen, Germany and have small team. They specialize in Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Zagreb, Croatia
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23 Agency is an Advertising company launched in 2018. Headquartered in Zagreb, Croatia, the team specializes in Advertising and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cedarburg, WI
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Jdel-Design is a web design agency. Established in 1998, the team focuses on Web Design and Social Media Marketing. The company is based in Cedarburg, Wisconsin.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bremen, Germany
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Admospherics is a social media marketing company based in Bremen, Germany. Founded in 2017, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Zagreb, Croatia
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Navis digital, an Email Marketing company, was founded in 2018. The team provides Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing and is located in Zagreb, Croatia.
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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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Based in Appleton, Wisconsin, Eagle Advising is a SEO company. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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Small web design agency HHPAGE INC, is in Houston, Texas. The team provides Web Design and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fair Lawn, NJ
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Small social media marketing firm Villager Marketing Co., is headquartered in Fair Lawn, New Jersey. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Camden, Australia
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Go Big Media is an Affiliate Marketing company. The small Camden, Australia-based team focuses on Affiliate Marketing and Email Marketing. The agency was launched in 2001.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ostrander, MN
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Based in Ostrander, Minnesota, BNC Digital Marketing is a small SEO services firm. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Spring Hill, Australia
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Space Digital is an Email Marketing company. Located in Spring Hill, Australia, the agency offers Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bari, Italy
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Onorato Marketing & Design is a small social media marketing firm in Bari, Italy. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Washington, DC
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Founded in 2004, D&P Creative Strategies, a small Business Consulting company, is located in Washington, District of Columbia. Their team focuses on Business Consulting and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Gilbert, AZ
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Julep Marketing, a PR company, is based in Gilbert, Arizona. They offer Public Relations and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2014.
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Retroblue agency is a small Content Marketing company based in baltimore, Maryland. Their services include Content Marketing and Other Digital Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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SEO services firm Node Marketing provides Search Engine Optimization and BI & big data consulting & SI. They were established in 2013.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Founded in 2016, Serotina Media Inc. Is a small Toronto, Canada-based social media marketing firm. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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Established in 2010, Carlin Solutions, LLC is a social media marketing firm. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Irving, TX
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Say-So Agency is a small video production agency headquartered in Irving, Texas. The team specializes in Video Production and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Smlednik, Slovenia
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Headquartered in Smlednik, Slovenia, PIKA. Digital is a small social media marketing firm. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Prahran, Australia
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Helix Digital is a web design company. Their small team of employees is in Prahran, Australia. Their team offers Web Design and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Clayton, Australia
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In Clayton, Australia, Next Gen IT & Digital Agency is a small web design agency. Their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vail, CO
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Vail Web Designs is a small web design agency located in Vail, Colorado. The team provides Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Stuttgart, Germany
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HKN Webdesign Stuttgart is a small web design company located in Stuttgart, Germany. The team offers Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Marlow, England
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ClickJump is a SEO company. Their small team is based in Marlow, England and focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing. The company was founded in 2006.
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Tell Media is a small SEO services firm based in Wodonga, Australia. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Berry Web Designs, a web design company, was founded in 2007. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the team offers Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Sri Lanka
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In Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Sri Lanka, Dreamshapers Technology is a SEO agency. Launched in 2016, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Founded in 2014, Web Horsepower, a small web development firm, is headquartered in Plano, Texas. Their team specializes in Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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In England, DemoArtStation is a small graphic design agency. The team provides Graphic Design and Social Media Marketing.
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Headquartered in , Riverhood Integrated Pvt Ltd is a SEO services firm. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Myers, FL
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Launched in 2016, The Wilson Marketing Firm, LLC is a SEO services firm. Headquartered in Fort Myers, Florida, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lakeland, FL
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Comet Media Group, LLC is a social media marketing firm. The company is headquartered in Lakeland, Florida. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Pierce, FL
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Launched in 2021, Stover Creative Agency is a PR firm. The team provides Public Relations and Direct Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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Headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, OWO Technology GmbH is an e-commerce development company. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Social Media Marketing.
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Established in 2016, SMF Global is a branding company. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Torrance, CA
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Everfield Consulting, LLC is a social media marketing firm. Launched in 2011, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Branding. The company is based in Torrance, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rionegro, Colombia
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Be Dare Consultoria Digital is a social media marketing company. They are in Rionegro, Colombia and have small team. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Miami, FL
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Established in 2015, Oweb Marketing Solutions is a social media marketing firm. The small team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tarlac City, Philippines
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Web design agency Annidea Web Design Services is based in Tarlac City, Philippines. They specialize in Web Design and Web Development and were established in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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BOWO Creative Agency, a branding agency, is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Founded in 2018, the team provides Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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Right Thing Media Limited, a branding agency, is based in London, England. They specialize in Branding and Digital Strategy and were launched in 2021.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Montevideo, Uruguay
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Happen Marketing is a small Montevideo, Uruguay-based social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9East Kilbride, Scotland
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E-tailors is an East Kilbride, Scotland-based social media marketing company. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2020.
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Creative Tactix is an Ecommerce Marketing company. The Germiston, South Africa-based company was founded in 2017. Their services include Ecommerce Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Cannon Hill, Australia
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Pin Advertising Agency, a Content Marketing company, was launched in 2015. They offers Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Istanbul, Türkiye
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Ventuno Digital, an Ecommerce Marketing company, was launched in 2021. They provides Ecommerce Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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Headquartered in , Smith Social Marketing is a small Digital Strategy company. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Web Design.
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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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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
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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.