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 and media buying. The company is highly praised for its strategic thinking, responsiveness, and ability to deliver exceptional results, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their professionalism and commitment. Clients appreciated their innovative solutions and personalized support, with many noting significant improvements in metrics such as CPM efficiency and audience engagement.
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NYServices provided
See all 82 projectsNinja Promo is an advertising agency specializing in marketing, promotions, and paid media services. Reviews highlight their effectiveness in improving engagement, reducing costs, and enhancing brand visibility, with approximately 90% of feedback being positive. Clients appreciate their quick adaptability and project management, though communication was noted as an area for improvement by a minority.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, CanadaServices provided
See all 4 projectsSetsail Marketing is an Advertising Agency that specializes in paid media and advertising services, including the management of Google and Facebook ads to optimize lead generation. While one client noted that the agency delivered improvements compared to previous experiences, they also suggested a focus on improving Return on Ad Spend (ROAS). Overall, the agency's enthusiasm and quality of work were highlighted positively.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Stockholm, Sweden
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Sparkly, an Advertising company, was established in 2024. The company focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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Launched in 2022, BAM Assessoria em Marketing is a small Advertising company headquartered in Santana, Brazil. Their team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$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 - 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+$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+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9
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Established in 2024, AdPalette Media is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Miami Beach, FL
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Pedroza Media is an Advertising company. The Miami Beach, Florida-based agency focuses on Advertising and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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Based in Miami, Florida, Ad Pros Digital is a small Content Marketing company. The team offers Content Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9
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Advertising company Highviso is located in Jaipur, India. The team specializes in Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9
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Established in 2024, Migos Marketing is a small Declo, Idaho-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is a sophisticated Advertising Agency specializing in Paid Media and comprehensive advertising services. Feedback from clients is overwhelmingly positive, with over 90% highlighting their strategic insights and project management prowess. Clients commend their precision in media execution and data-driven approach, resulting in tangible improvements in brand awareness and engagement. Hotspex Media is recognized for delivering campaigns on time and on budget while effectively utilizing their Reticle platform for audience targeting.
$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, ad targeting, and paid marketing. Their clients highlight a strong alignment with company values and dedication to timely project completion. Approximately 100% of reviewers praise the agency for effective communication, project management, and delivering results, such as reducing costs per acquisition by 40%. Some suggest more face-to-face meetings and access to creative talent.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Collingwood, Australia
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We Are Astronauts is an Advertising company founded in 2025. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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Advertising company seo companies in usa was founded in 2025. The small team provides Advertising and Other Marketing.
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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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Digixiva Technologies, an Advertising company, is based in Kolkata, India. They focus on Advertising and Branding and were established in 2022.
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Advertising company Arev Consulting Services is based in Glendale, California. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249München, GermanyServices provided
See all 14 projectsMediacharge is an Advertising Agency specializing in Paid Media and PPC campaigns. They are praised for their professionalism, high availability, and strategic ad placements, leading to significant increases in website traffic and lead generation. The feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their expertise and strong communication skills.
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Las Vegas, NVServices provided
See all 1 projectsMassMedia is a comprehensive digital marketing agency specializing in brand development, PR, and social media management. Reviews highlight their consistent achievement of KPIs and their integration as an extension of client teams. Approximately 100% of feedback is positive, emphasizing quality work and effective communication, with no suggested areas for improvement.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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GoEasyMedia is an Advertising company. Headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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Small Advertising company Orbit, is located in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Cheddington, England
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Agency Ghost Ltd is a small branding firm established in 2020. Their team specializes in Branding and Content Marketing.
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Eagle Marketing is an Advertising company established in 2024. Headquartered in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, India, the team specializes in Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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ORM Agency is an Advertising company located in Los Angeles, California. They focus on Advertising and Branding.
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Albura Creativa, an Advertising company, was launched in 2025. The team offers Advertising and Branding and is based in Puerto Montt, Chile.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Linkbuildingplus is a SEO company founded in 2019. The company provides Search Engine Optimization and Advertising, and is small.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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Naitik Digital is an Advertising company. They were established in 2024 and specialize in Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9
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Advertising company Dynamo Public Relations is based in Billericay, England. Founded in 2024, the team offers Advertising and Public Relations.
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Advertising company Invicta Edge Marketing is based in Calgary, Canada. They provide Advertising and Branding and were founded in 2020.
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Practical Effects is an Advertising company launched in 2023. The company offers Advertising and Branding, and is small.
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Digiadspire is an Advertising company. The company is located in pune, India. Their services include Advertising and Direct Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Northstar Digital and Consulting is an Advertising company launched in 2025. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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Skiplane is an Advertising company. Located in Berlin, Germany, their small team offers Advertising and Branding. The company was established in 2025.
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Launched in 2025, BranQ is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9
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Nameless Studio Co is a social media marketing company. They are located in Calgary, Canada and have small team. They provide Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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Digiwizard is an Advertising company. Their small team is based in Co. Kerry, Ireland and offers Advertising and Branding. The company was established in 2022.
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Intec Plus is an Advertising company. Their team is based in Kadawatha, Sri Lanka and Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. The firm specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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Consultor SEO Local Barcelona | Alejandro Covi is a L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Spain-based SEO services firm. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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Stillwater Media is a media planning & buying agency. The team is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, and their services include Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kansas City, KS
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Advertising company Comphaso LLC is based in Kansas City, Kansas. They specialize in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9london, England
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KuroNet is an Advertising company based in london, England. The team provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Solon, OH
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Branding firm Atlantis Creative Marketing Agency is in Solon, Ohio. The team offers Branding and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Yongin-si, South Korea
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Established in 2023, D&K Korea is an Advertising company. The small team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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LB MEDIA is a Marketing Strategy company. They offer Marketing Strategy and Market Research and are headquartered in Ranchi, India.
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Pavlovic Advisory is an Advertising company. Launched in 2025, the company provides Advertising and Market Research.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9North Ogden, UT
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PixelPlusSLC is an Advertising company in North Ogden, Utah. They focus on Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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Digithelp is a Content Marketing company launched in 2024. The small team specializes in Content Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Dstudio, an Advertising company, is in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Launched in 2023, the team specializes in Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Miami, FL
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Advertising company SEOPromos.com provides Advertising and Branding. They were launched in 2025.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sheridan, WY
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GROWMISE, an Advertising company, offer Advertising and Branding. They were launched in 2022.
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Promionix - Digital Marketing Company is a SEO agency. The Jaipur, India-based firm was founded in 2025. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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Established in 2025, Optivads Limited is a Mobile & App Marketing company. The company provides Mobile & App Marketing and Affiliate Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Loama Marketing is a Marketing Strategy company. Located in Toronto, Canada, their small team provides Marketing Strategy and Advertising. The firm was established in 2022.
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Established in 2026, Aloftz Marketing Pvt. Ltd. Is a small Advertising company. Their team specializes in Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Smart Verse AI is a PR firm launched in 2025. The company offers Public Relations and Advertising, and is small.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Santiago, Chile
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Growthperiencia is a Marketing Strategy company established in 2022. The team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Advertising and is in Santiago, Chile.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Miami, FL
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Advertising company OVO Talent was established in 2022. The agency provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Multan, Pakistan
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One Ten Web Tech, a SEO services firm, was established in 2025. They focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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List of the Best Advertising Agencies & Marketing Firms
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$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Harrisburg, PA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Washington, DC
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Sausalito, CA
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999London, England
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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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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36.2/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Coral Gables, FL
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35.6/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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35.5/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Bethesda, MD
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34/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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37.3/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Henderson, NV
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33.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Fort Lauderdale, FL
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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34.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Redfern, Australia
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249London, England
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38.6/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Advertising90% Marketing
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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.
Most full-service agencies cover the entire campaign lifecycle:
- Market research & audience segmentation
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- Production for video, audio, and print assets
- Campaign management, A/B testing, and real-time optimization
- Reporting dashboards that track KPIs like impressions, CTR, and ROAS
Specialized shops may focus on niches such as programmatic, connected TV, or experiential activations.
Budgets vary widely. On Clutch, most reviewed projects fall between $10,000–$50,000, while hourly rates range from $50–$150 depending on location, channel expertise, and seniority. Remember to separate agency fees from hard costs like ad spend and production; a $25,000 retainer can quickly double once media buys are added.
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Be cautious if an agency:
- Guarantees specific results (e.g., “We’ll double sales in 30 days”)
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Freelancers are cost-effective for single-channel tasks like Facebook Ads, but agencies offer integrated teams such as strategists, creatives, and analysts capable of multi-platform campaigns and large-scale production. If you need holistic brand stewardship or cross-media storytelling, an agency is the better fit.
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.