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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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Founded in 2015, Morpho Marketing is an Advertising company. The small team offers Advertising and Graphic Design.
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DiviCode - Creative Design Agency is a small Logo company. They specialize in Logo and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2018.
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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 - 9West Jordan, UT
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Zynergia is a branding agency headquartered in West Jordan, Utah. They specialize in Branding and Packaging Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Marietta, GA
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Social Butterfly Marketing, a media planning and buying agency, is located in Marietta, Georgia. They specialize in Media Planning & Buying and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2008.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Layton, UT
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TMD Management Group is a graphic design agency headquartered in Layton, Utah. They specialize in Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2003.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jacksonville, FL
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Fresh View Concepts, a graphic design agency, was established in 2011. The agency provides Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Naperville, IL
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Pruehs & Associates, a Market Research company, is based in Naperville, Illinois. They offer Market Research and Public Relations and were established in 1983.
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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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Founded in 2005, Solitary Solutions, Inc., a small SEO company, is headquartered in Clarksburg, West Virginia. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Helena, MT
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Montana Group is a public relations firm. Their small team is located in Helena, Montana. Their services include Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portland, ME
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Branding agency 19 Oaks was established in 2009. The firm provides Branding and Graphic Design, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Reno, NV
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GMAA Group is an app development firm. Launched in 1988, the team provides Mobile App Development and Print Design. The company is based in Reno, Nevada.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portland, ME
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WordsatWork is a Portland, Maine-based public relations firm. They offer Public Relations and Content Marketing and were established in 1993.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Greensburg, PA
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Launched in 1976, Studio 2 Advertising, a small Advertising company, is headquartered in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. Their team offers Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Springfield, IL
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Launched in 2009, Targeted Marketing Resources is a small Business Consulting company. Their services include Business Consulting and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Small Advertising company BIZSITENOW, is located in Las Vegas, Nevada. The team specializes in Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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E-commerce development company Hashtag Agency specializes in E-Commerce Development and Email Marketing. They are located in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Salt Lake City, UT
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Uinta Digital is a small Marketing Strategy company in Salt Lake City, Utah. The team provides Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pittsburgh, PA
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Vaughn Creative Group is a branding firm. They were launched in 2004 and specialize in Branding and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sioux Falls, SD
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Mobile & App Marketing company KeyMedia Solutions was launched in 2011. Located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the team specializes in Mobile & App Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sioux Falls, SD
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Net Profit Marketing is a pay per click agency. Their team is headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota and provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Billings, MT
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Montana Web Services is a small web design company headquartered in Billings, Montana. The team specializes in Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Concord, NH
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South End Media is an Advertising company established in 2001. Their services include Advertising and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Concord, NH
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Founded in 1999, Louis Karno & Co Communication is a Marketing Strategy company. The small team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Waterbury Center, VT
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Insights Marketing Solutions is a branding agency. In Waterbury Center, Vermont, their team offers Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Webster, NH
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Means-of-Production is an Email Marketing company in Webster, New Hampshire. Established in 2012, the team focuses on Email Marketing and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bondi, Australia
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Digital Marketing Insights, a Digital Strategy company, was founded in 2016. The company offers Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pyrmont, Australia
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CPM Online Marketing, a Digital Strategy company, is headquartered in Pyrmont, Australia. They focus on Digital Strategy and Public Relations.
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GrowHaus Studio is an Email Marketing company. They are located in New Orleans, Louisiana, and their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9አዲስ አበባ, Ethiopia
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Yesakor Technologies is a SEO agency founded in 2007. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Albuquerque, NM
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Advertising company Watermelon mountain web marketing is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Founded in 1998, the team provides Advertising and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Located in Atlanta, Georgia, Veritas Digital Media Group is a small Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Dundee, IL
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Established in 2011, Stellar Edge Marketing Group is an Event Marketing company. The small team provides Event Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portland, OR
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LJK Digital is an Email Marketing company. The Portland, Oregon-based company was founded in 2014. Their services include Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Elgin, IL
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Gilmore Marketing Concepts, Inc. Is an Advertising company. Their team is headquartered in Elgin, Illinois. The agency focuses on Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Akron, OH
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Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, emBold is a small e-commerce development firm. The team focuses on E-Commerce Development and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Melbourne, Australia
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Predicta digital is a Digital Strategy company. They focus on Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2006.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Melbourne, Australia
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Alexa Digital is a small Melbourne, Australia-based graphic design agency. Their services include Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hobart, Australia
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Small Advertising company Gloo Advertising, is located in Hobart, Australia. Their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Melbourne, Australia
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Sonar Group is a Digital Strategy company. Located in Melbourne, Australia, the team specializes in Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sarasota, FL
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Sky Walker Marketing is an Email Marketing company. They were launched in 2012, and their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Email Marketing company Blink Tech is based in Sarasota, Florida. Their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Louis, MO
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Email Marketing company Inbound Blend | Digital Marketing is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Launched in 2017, the team provides Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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Undeniable is a St. Louis, Missouri-based Content Marketing company. They provide Content Marketing and Email Marketing and were launched in 2013.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Docklands, Australia
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Digital Trendz is a small web design company established in 2014. Their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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305 Communications and Events is a branding agency. They provide Branding and Event Marketing and were founded in 2006. The company is located in San Antonio, Texas.
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Blank Canvas Digital is a small Digital Strategy company. They provide Digital Strategy and Email Marketing and were established in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Santiago, Chile
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Established in 2015, Más Marketing is an Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Columbus, OH
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Founded in 2014, Hidden Brilliance Digital Marketing is a small Email Marketing company based in Columbus, Ohio. Their team specializes in Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Adelaide, Australia
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Digital Nectar is an Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Digital Strategy, and the agency is in Adelaide, Australia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wayville, Australia
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Baker Marketing is a small Wayville, Australia-based graphic design agency. The team offers Graphic Design and Marketing Strategy.
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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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$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
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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.