Top Advertising Agencies & Marketing Companies
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, CanadaServices provided
See all 4 projectsSetsail Marketing is an Advertising Agency specializing in Google and Facebook ads, media buying, and paid marketing services. While feedback indicates that results have not been overwhelming, their enthusiasm and quality of work have been noted positively. Approximately 80% of the review highlights their effective onboarding process and consistent communication. Nonetheless, there is room for improvement in focusing on return on ad spend (ROAS).
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Kingston, NYServices provided
See all 11 projectsDragon360 is an advertising agency specializing in paid media and digital marketing strategies. The company consistently receives praise for its project management skills, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their responsiveness and ability to meet deadlines. Clients appreciate Dragon360's strategic mindset and innovative solutions, as evidenced by their role in driving brand awareness, conversions, and improved lead generation across various platforms.
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Fort Lauderdale, FLServices provided
See all 12 projectsCorrect Digital is an Advertising Agency specializing in Advertising Services, particularly in managing and optimizing Google Ads campaigns. Feedback indicates a high level of satisfaction, with 100% of reviewers praising their strategic approach and effective project management. The company is consistently recognized for its ability to generate qualified leads and enhance online visibility.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999
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Business Consulting company Asterisk Digital is based in Kathmandu, Nepal. Founded in 2015, the team provides Business Consulting and Web Development.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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Authors Dream, a Content Writing Services company, was launched in 2020. The firm provides Content Writing Services and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CAServices provided
See all 340 projectsJives Media is a comprehensive advertising agency offering specialized services in SEO and PPC management, as well as creative advertising solutions. Approximately 75% of their reviews highlight their effective project management and timely deliverables, while about 25% mention challenges with understanding client goals and communication issues. Overall, Jives Media excels in providing tailored marketing strategies and improving advertising effectiveness.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is an advertising agency specializing in digital and traditional media buying and paid marketing services. The company is lauded for its organized project management, clear communication, and innovative media strategies, with approximately 90% of reviewers highlighting their attention to detail and strategic insights. Clients commend their ability to deliver quantifiable outcomes and adapt to project needs efficiently.
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NYServices provided
See all 97 projectsNinja Promo is an advertising agency specializing in marketing, branding, and paid media services. Overall, 88% of reviews highlight positive outcomes such as increased engagement, improved lead quality, and lower costs. Clients appreciate their adaptability and quick responsiveness, though 12% mention communication improvements as an area of need. Their expertise in delivering tailored advertising services effectively aligns with the client's business goals.
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Event Management company Shivam Video was launched in 1995. The midsize team offers Event Management and Advertising.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsSEO Solve Up specializes in on-page SEO, off-page SEO, and backlinking services. The overall feedback highlights their effective project management, timely delivery, and the positive impact on clients' search engine rankings and authority. Clients appreciate their passion, customized strategies, and honesty, despite their recent online presence.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Kochi, India
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Nologomedia is a SEO agency. Established in 2013, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Advertising. The agency is headquartered in Kochi, India.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Karachi, Pakistan
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SEO agency Digital Marketing Agency In Karachi was launched in 2019. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Advertising and is based in Karachi, Pakistan.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Montevideo, Uruguay
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Amén is a small SEO services firm based in Montevideo, Uruguay. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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$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.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249München, GermanyServices provided
See all 14 projectsMediacharge is an Advertising Agency specializing in Paid Media and PPC Campaign Management. Clients consistently praise their professionalism, high availability, and ability to deliver impressive results, such as increased website traffic and lead conversions. With 100% positive feedback, 50% of reviewers commend their communication, highlighting their strategic approach and expertise in advertising services.
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9London, EnglandServices provided
See all 16 projectsMake Us Care is an advertising agency specializing in branding, paid media, and advertising services. The company has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers noting their timely project delivery and effective communication. Clients value their emotional connection with consumers and proactive approach, though some suggest increased in-person interactions and expanded access to creative talent.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Carrots is a Madrid, Spain-based social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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Page Agency is an Advertising company. They are in Dallas, Texas and have small team of experts. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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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 6 projectsDigital Hot Sauce is a digital marketing agency specializing in PPC management, website optimization, SEO, and strategic ad management across platforms like Google and Meta. Their reviews indicate a strong emphasis on personalized service and understanding client needs, with 100% of the feedback highlighting their effectiveness, care, and expertise. Clients report measurable improvements in ROI, lead generation, and brand visibility.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Pittsburgh, PAServices provided
See all 21 projectsCorkboard Concepts is an advertising agency specializing in digital marketing and advertising services, including website design, PPC advertising, and SEO. With 100% of reviewers praising their professionalism, responsiveness, and strong client partnerships, they are noted for their customer service, detail-oriented project management, and ability to drive significant traffic and leads. Despite being a young company, they consistently exceed expectations.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Gretna, LA
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Established in 2005, Touchpoints Marketing & Advertising is a web design company. Located in Gretna, Louisiana, the team specializes in Web Design and Advertising.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Nashville, TN
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Grayscale Marketing is an Advertising company. The Nashville, Tennessee-based team specializes in Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Charlotte, NCServices provided
See all 6 projectsPremier Marketing is an advertising agency specializing in ads and data-driven marketing services, including media buying and paid marketing on platforms like Facebook and TikTok. Reviews highlight their effective project management and guidance, with 100% positive feedback emphasizing their punctuality and strategic insights, resulting in improved business direction.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49London, England
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JOOPIO is a small London, England-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Public Relations.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Shibuya City, Japan
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KKBC is an Advertising company. They specialize in Advertising and Digital Strategy and were established in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cairo, Egypt
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Located in Cairo, Egypt, BSocial Egypt is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nairobi City, Kenya
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TDS Marketers is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Search Engine Optimization and is headquartered in Nairobi City, Kenya.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cairo, Egypt
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Founded in 2013, Eminent Rankers is a small Cairo, Egypt-based Advertising company. Their team provides Advertising and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Little Rock, AR
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GWL Advertising is a Little Rock, Arkansas-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tulsa, OK
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Advertising company AcrobatAnt focuses on Advertising and Branding. They are located in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
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Ninety Nine Advertising LLC is an Advertising company. They were launched in 2014, and their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Glasgow, Scotland
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Grant McArthur SEO & Design, a small SEO services firm, is located in Glasgow, Scotland. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Advertising company SEO Warriors is based in Madurai, India. They offer Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Bangkok, Thailand
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ArioMarketing Co, Ltd, a web design agency, was launched in 2013. The team provides Web Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Buffalo, NY
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Headquartered in Buffalo, New York, Mr. Smith Agency is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Medellín, Colombia
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Established in 2014, MIC is a branding company. The team specializes in Branding and Advertising.
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$25,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Saltney, England
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Orientation Marketing is a media planning and buying company. Their small team is based in Saltney, England and Toronto, Canada. Their team focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Direct Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portsmouth, NH
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Stout Heart, a branding agency, was established in 2015. The team focuses on Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pewaukee, WI
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Eviva Media is a web design agency. The Pewaukee, Wisconsin-based team provides Web Design and Advertising.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Villa Park, CA
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ElevenX Marketing is an Advertising company. Their small team is headquartered in Villa Park, California and provides Advertising and Branding. The company was launched in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Long Beach, CA
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Hype Media Group is an Advertising company. The Long Beach, California-based firm specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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Mosaic - Indianapolis, IN is a video production company founded in 1995. Their team provides Video Production and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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Brand Locus is a SEO company. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and were launched in 2015. The firm is in Lahore, Pakistan and Manchester, England.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Miramar, FL
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360WiSE is an Advertising company established in 2013. The agency focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Beacon, NY
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Hudson Valley Public Relations is a Market Research company. They specialize in Market Research and Public Relations and were founded in 2011. The company is located in Beacon, New York.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Woking, England
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Challenge Marketing is an Advertising company founded in 2017. The agency focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Rawalpindi, Pakistan
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Reall.pk is a small Advertising company in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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PPC agency VMk Agency provides Pay Per Click and Advertising. They are headquartered in Miami, Florida.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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DentalMax Solutions, an Advertising company, was founded in 2021. The firm specializes in Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Cotasks is a Digital Strategy company. Headquartered in New York, New York, the team specializes in Digital Strategy and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49València, Spain
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4Limes is an Advertising company. Their team is headquartered in València, Spain and Odesa, Ukraine and offers Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hyderabad, India
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F7 Digital Media Pvt. Ltd., an Advertising company, is headquartered in Hyderabad, India. Established in 2022, the team provides Advertising and Direct Marketing.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Tallinn, Estonia
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Waqas Saeed is a SEO agency located in Tallinn, Estonia. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Clearwater, FL
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SEO services firm Advanced Digital Automotive Group was launched in 2009. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Aalborg, Denmark
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Patiro ApS is an Advertising company. They are in Aalborg, Denmark. Their team offers Advertising and Market Research.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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In Toronto, Canada, Link Lumin is an Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Web Development.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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Creative Business Company (CBC) is a Marketing Strategy company established in 2020. The firm provides Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Thenhipalam, India
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Advertising company CAPIO INTERACTIVE is headquartered in Thenhipalam, India and Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. They provide Advertising and Branding.
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See all 1 projectsWebdavo provides WordPress website development services, as highlighted in a review where a client commends them for their rapid communication, high-quality work, and adherence to deadlines. The overall feedback emphasizes their professionalism and value for cost, with clients expressing strong satisfaction and intent to rehire for future projects, such as SEO and social media work.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New Delhi, India
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IWEBSPOT is an Advertising company located in Gurugram, India and New Delhi, India. They focus on Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wilkesboro, NC
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GREENstick Marketing is a branding firm. Based in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, the firm offers Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Alpharetta, GA
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Guesthouse is an Alpharetta, Georgia-based Advertising company. Launched in 2023, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Harrisburg, PA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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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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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999London, England
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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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34.9/40.015.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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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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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Bethesda, MD
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34.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 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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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Redfern, Australia
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Henderson, NV
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Fort Lauderdale, FL
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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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
- Brand positioning and creative concepting
- Media planning & buying (TV, radio, OOH, display, social, search)
- 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.
Start by matching goals to expertise. If you’re launching a local franchise, a regional shop that understands community media may outperform a global network. Check:
- Case studies with similar objectives or industries
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- Transparent pricing models aligned with your budget caps
- Culture fit is important because long-term partnerships thrive on compatible workflows
Shortlist three agencies, request proposals, and ask how each would measure success.
Be cautious if an agency:
- Guarantees specific results (e.g., “We’ll double sales in 30 days”)
- Refuses to share performance data or billing transparency
- Lacks recent, third-party verified reviews
- Overloads your account manager with excessive client count
- Pushes one media channel for every problem instead of a tailored mix
- Which team members will manage my account day to day?
- How do you conduct consumer and competitor research?
- What tools do you use for media buying, tracking, and reporting?
- How will you ensure creative aligns with our brand guidelines?
- How often will we review performance and optimize campaigns?
- Who owns the creative assets and data after the engagement ends?
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.