Top Advertising Agencies & Marketing Companies
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Las Vegas, NVServices provided
See all 8 projectsVersion2 is an advertising agency specializing in programmatic advertising services, offering solutions in media buying, paid media, and branding. With an impressive track record, 100% of feedback highlights their capability in delivering targeted campaigns and innovative approaches. Clients commend their professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to drive significant performance improvements, such as CPMs as low as $2 and a 20% increase in sales.
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NYServices provided
See all 81 projectsNinja Promo is an advertising agency specializing in digital marketing services, including paid media, branding, and social media management. With mixed reviews, 70% of clients report positive outcomes like improved lead quality and optimized ad spend, while 30% experience issues such as poor campaign execution. Reviewers highlight their strong expertise, professional project management, and adaptability as distinguishing traits.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, CanadaServices provided
See all 4 projectsSetsail Marketing is an Advertising Agency specializing in Paid Media and Advertising Services. They manage Google and Facebook ads, aiming to generate high-quality leads with minimal spending. Despite some challenges, they have shown improvement compared to other agencies, impressing clients with their enthusiasm and work quality. Approximately 75% of reviewers mention their effective project management and communication.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsAdvantage Interactive is a performance-focused marketing agency built around one core principle: data-driven targeting delivers better results. We specialize in helping businesses identify, reach,
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Croydon, England
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Westmas is a small SEO services firm based in Croydon, England and England. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Kingston, NYServices provided
See all 11 projectsDragon360 is an Advertising Agency specializing in Paid Media, Marketing, and Promotions. Overall, their reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with approximately 90% of clients praising their project management, agility in campaign optimizations, and strategic approach. Many clients highlight Dragon360's exceptional ability to deliver timely, high-quality results and their strong alignment with client business objectives.
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 83 projectsBrandLume Inc. is an Advertising Agency offering comprehensive advertising services, including media buying, branding, and paid marketing. Clients consistently praise their value for cost, effective project management, and impressive results, with 100% of reviews noting improved website traffic and engagement. Their tailored and innovative strategies, aligned with company values, demonstrate their commitment to client success.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CAServices provided
See all 339 projectsJives Media is an advertising agency offering advertising services, with a focus on SEO, PPC, and paid marketing. The reviews indicate a generally positive sentiment, with approximately 86% of clients highlighting effective project management, timely deliverables, and improved campaign performance. A noteworthy 14% of reviews expressed dissatisfaction with communication and strategy alignment. The company is praised for its expertise and seamless integration with client teams.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49
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Hyperblast Marketing is a Marketing Strategy company. They are in Anaheim, California and have small team. They specialize in Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Galaxxia is an Advertising company. They were founded in 2008 and focus on Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Oslo, Norway
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Admirate Growth Marketing Agency is an Advertising company. The company is based in Oslo, Norway and Sundsvall, Sweden. Their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49
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Founded in 2016, Sharks Creators is a social media marketing agency. Located in Beirut, Lebanon and Montreal, Canada, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Dallas, TX
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Launched in 2012, American Book Marketing is an Advertising company. The small team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is an advertising agency providing comprehensive advertising services, including digital marketing, media buying, and branding. Their reviews reflect overwhelmingly positive feedback, with emphasis on their strategic insights, efficient project management, and innovative use of behavioral data for targeted advertising. Approximately 90% of the reviews highlight their exceptional communication skills and ability to deliver measurable improvements in key performance indicators.
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Edmonton, CanadaServices provided
See all 51 projectsOut Origin is an advertising agency specializing in marketing and paid media services. They have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their precision, attention to detail, and transformative impact on clients' financial outlooks. Out Origin is praised for exceeding expectations in campaign management and optimization, achieving significant return on advertising spend improvements.
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9London, EnglandServices provided
See all 16 projectsMake Us Care is an advertising agency specializing in branding, campaign assets, and paid media strategies. With 100% positive feedback, clients commend their emotional connection with consumers and timely project delivery. Approximately 67% of reviewers highlight their professionalism and proactive communication, while 33% note their ability to reduce costs and improve conversion rates.
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SkyHigh Creatives is a PR agency. Headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and London, England, the company was established in 2020. Their services include Public Relations and Advertising.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Haffaf Digital is a small branding agency located in Muscat, Oman and Muscat, Oman. Their services include Branding and Advertising.
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$10,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab EmiratesServices provided
See all 2 projectsintouch mena is a digital communication agency specializing in social media management, digital media buying, and mobile and website development. Reviews highlight their exceptional adaptability and strategic creativity, with 100% positive feedback on their project management and commitment to client success. Notably, they consistently meet and exceed key performance indicators, ensuring brand adherence and effective communication strategies.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, CanadaServices provided
See all 5 projectsDigital Hot Sauce is a digital marketing agency specializing in Google and Meta ads management, SEO optimization, and website design. Across various projects, clients consistently praise their strategic approach and commitment to understanding client needs, with approximately 80% highlighting their impressive communication and expertise. While most feedback is positive, around 20% suggest improvements in technical guidance and troubleshooting efficiency.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Pittsburgh, PAServices provided
See all 21 projectsCorkboard Concepts is an advertising agency providing services in digital marketing, PPC advertising, and SEO. They have consistently received positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers praising their project management, customer service, and local presence. Clients value their personable approach and ability to generate website traffic and leads, despite being a relatively young company.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Lahore, Pakistan
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Ecom Brainly is a PPC agency. In Lahore, Pakistan, their team provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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ãrtimedia Pro is a social media marketing firm. The agency was founded in 2020. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249München, GermanyServices provided
See all 14 projectsMediacharge is a highly regarded Advertising Agency specializing in Paid Media and PPC Campaign management across multiple countries. The company is praised for its professionalism, high availability, and effective communication, with 100% of reviewers highlighting these strengths. Mediacharge consistently delivers impressive results, including increased website traffic and high-quality lead generation, making them a trusted choice for targeted marketing solutions.
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Las Vegas, NVServices provided
See all 1 projectsMassMedia is a comprehensive digital marketing agency offering services in brand development, online digital marketing, PR, and social media management. The reviews highlight their strong project management skills and results-driven approach, with 100% positive feedback emphasizing their ability to meet KPIs and deliver high-quality work, such as achieving nearly 50 press clips against a KPI of 30.
$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Harrisburg, PAServices provided
See all 448 projectsWebFX is an advertising agency specializing in comprehensive digital marketing services, including SEO, PPC, and paid media management. According to client reviews, 100% of feedback highlights their exceptional communication, responsiveness, and project management. Over 75% of reviewers underscore their expertise in digital marketing and ability to deliver measurable results, with significant improvements in visibility, leads, and ROI.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Hyderabad, India
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Launched in 2019, Digital Adventure is an Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Mumbai, India
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Founded in 2019, Kril Digital, a small Advertising company, is headquartered in Mumbai, India. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Easy Rank IT, a SEO services firm, is in Noida, India. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New Delhi, India
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Hypesquare Media, a branding firm, specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing. The firm is in New Delhi, India.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Byter Ltd, a social media marketing agency, is headquartered in London, England. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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ATA Analytiq is a Digital Strategy company based in Kolkata, India and Kolkata, India. They offer Digital Strategy and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Plano, TX
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HyperBrainz is a branding agency launched in 2017. The team specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy and is in Plano, Texas and Irving, Texas.
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Decider Focus is an Other Marketing company launched in 2022. The team specializes in Other Marketing and Market Research and is based in Raleigh, North Carolina.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Established in 2017, Madchatter PR is a small Mumbai, India-based SEO agency. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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HS Digital Solution is a Content Marketing company established in 2000. The small team specializes in Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Established in 2021, Rootz Communication is a small PR company. Their team specializes in Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Vinukonda, India
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PPCROY Tech Solutions, an Advertising company, was established in 2023. The small team specializes in Advertising and Market Research.
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BuzingBee Digital Marketing Agency is a social media marketing firm. The Dhanbad, India-based firm focuses on Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Small branding agency Growthic, is based in Delhi, India. The team focuses on Branding and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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CPZ Information Technology L.L.C is a social media marketing company. Established in 2025, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Hyderguda, India
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Branding agency Tech Daddy Global Solutions is located in Hyderguda, India. They offer Branding and Market Research and were established in 2023.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Syosset, NY
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🔗 CPG Affiliate Partners is an Affiliate Marketing company headquartered in Syosset, New York. Their services include Affiliate Marketing and Advertising.
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Established in 2004, Unetcom Aplicaciones Informáticas Sl:l is a small València, Spain-based Content Marketing company. Their team specializes in Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Ilorin, Nigeria
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Founded in 2020, ICON DIGITAL GROUP is a small Ilorin, Nigeria-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Email Marketing.
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Goowin.co is a PPC company. The company is headquartered in Cúcuta, Colombia. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kadodara, India
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ReachRock is a social media marketing company. Founded in 2026, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Cairo, Egypt
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MENT ADS, an Advertising company, was founded in 2022. Based in Cairo, Egypt, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Marylebone, England
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Soundlounge is an Advertising company located in Marylebone, England. They provide Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Portland, OR
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DHX Advertising is an Advertising company. They were established in 1998 and provide Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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Medsolve Guru, a social media marketing company, is based in Noida, India. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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See all 1 projectsZuno by Perch is a leading marketing and research agency that helps you build growth funnels, identify, and execute GTM strategies.
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Located in Tbilisi, Georgia, Lux Web is a small Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Cyberjaya, Malaysia
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Branding firm Laurea Peoples Signature Sdn Bhd was launched in 2018. The team offers Branding and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wilson, WY
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Wind River Marketing, a small Advertising company, is located in Wilson, Wyoming and Atlanta, Georgia. The team offers Advertising and Direct Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9York, England
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See Green is a small Advertising company established in 2007. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Auckland, New Zealand
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Partisan Advertising is an Auckland, New Zealand-based Advertising company. Established in 2010, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9LONDON, England
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Poplar is an Other Digital Marketing company. Established in 2018, the team provides Other Digital Marketing and Social Media Marketing. The firm is based in LONDON, England.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Madrid, Spain
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TRAZADA is a social media marketing firm launched in 1997. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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COHN Marketing is a branding agency. Their small team is in Denver, Colorado. Their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49
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Thumbvista, an Advertising company, offer Advertising and Media Planning & Buying. They were founded in 2012.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Edmonton, Canada
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Reach First Inc is an Advertising company. They were launched in 2008, and their services include Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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PeppyOcean | On Demand App Development Company is a small IT managed services company. Established in 2011, the team offers IT managed services and Advertising.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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Rannkly is a Market Research company. They focus on Market Research and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2021. The company is headquartered in Noida, India.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Strategic Infinity is an Advertising company. Launched in 2000, the team offers Advertising and Branding. The company is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Washington, DC
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999London, England
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Sausalito, CA
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$250,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Rochester, MI
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Marion, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woodmere, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Coral Gables, FL
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Addison, TX
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36.8/40.017.8/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249London, England
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Bethesda, MD
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Henderson, NV
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$100,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
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An advertising agency plans, creates, and distributes paid messages that motivate audiences to act. Their teams blend market research, creative development, media planning, and performance analytics to make sure the right people see and remember your brand across TV, print, radio, outdoor, and digital channels.
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Specialized shops may focus on niches such as programmatic, connected TV, or experiential activations.
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Common metrics include impressions, click-through rate, conversions, cost per acquisition, and return on ad spend (ROAS). Agencies often build custom dashboards that tie ad interactions to sales or lead data in your CRM, giving a direct line of sight from spend to revenue.