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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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DARKGRACE LLC is an Advertising company located in Sheridan, Wyoming. Established in 2022, the team provides Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Karachi, Pakistan
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Now Seo Agency Pvt Ltd, a SEO services firm, was launched in 2012. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
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SymonPatryck, a branding agency, offer Branding and Marketing Strategy. They were launched in 2015.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Eagan, MN
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Create. Play. Connect. Is a small Eagan, Minnesota-based Event Marketing company. Their services include Event Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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See all 1 projectsTrofys is a Montreal-based performance marketing agency for service businesses and local brands. We run Meta, Google, and TikTok ad campaigns paired with AI lead-response that contacts every inbound
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See all 1 projectsGlobal Ventures is a marketing agency in Longmont, Colorado, working with owner-operated service businesses across the Denver metro — Denver, Boulder, Longmont, Westminster, Thornton, Arvada and
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See all 1 projectsGIF Studios creates and markets custom GIFs that boost brand visibility and engagement. Our expert team designs GIFs that capture your brand's essence, making your content more engaging and
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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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Arlington, VA
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Social media marketing firm ZB-MKTG was established in 2017. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Advertising company YD Solutions is in New York, New York. They specialize in Advertising and Branding and were established in 2017.
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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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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Culiacán Rosales, Mexico
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Funnelfit Agency, an Advertising company, was established in 2020. The team offers Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Digitalifly is a SEO agency. The team is located in Ahmedabad, India, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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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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Mondo Real Estate Marketing is an Advertising company. They specialize in Advertising and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2022. The firm is headquartered in New York, New York.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Bogotá, Colombia
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Akasha Boutique Creativa is a small Bogotá, Colombia-based Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Woodmere, NY
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ALP Strategies is an Advertising company. Established in 2022, the agency is in Woodmere, New York and New Orleans, Louisiana. Their services include Advertising and Market Research.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Boutique Boost is an Advertising company. Their team is based in London, England. The agency offers Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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Adapt. Online is an Advertising company. Founded in 2021, the team specializes in Advertising and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9London, England
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Launched in 2021, Newall Media is a small London, England-based Advertising company. Their team focuses on Advertising and Market Research.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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EXTRATICA MEDIA is an Advertising company. The Austin, Texas-based firm was founded in 2024. Their team focuses on Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Edmonton, Canada
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Inlead Creators is an Advertising company. The Edmonton, Canada-based agency was founded in 2024. Their team focuses on Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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Established in 2025, asknexus is a Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Sheridan, WY
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Tes X Services, a pay per click company, was founded in 2021. They specializes in Pay Per Click and Advertising.
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Established in 2024, Aceski Media is an Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing and is based in Skopje, North Macedonia.
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In Gurugram, India, Dzine Prodigy is an Advertising company. Launched in 2024, the team provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Tai Po, Hong Kong
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Basis is an Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Marketing Strategy and is in Tai Po, Hong Kong.
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Advertising company MHIT Solutions focuses on Advertising and Branding. They were established in 2024.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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Evergreen Media - Agentie Marketing Cluj, an Advertising company, was established in 2024. They focuses on Advertising and Direct Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Trustable Labs is an Advertising company. Established in 2025, the company is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Advertising and Direct Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Odense, Denmark
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Rankon is a SEO company in Odense, Denmark. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Pasig, Philippines
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Forward Shift Agency is an Advertising company. They provide Advertising and Branding and were founded in 2026.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sambalpur, India
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Ayush Digital Marketing Agency Sambalpur,odisha is an Advertising company launched in 2024. The firm specializes in Advertising and Pay Per Click, and is small.
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Viewora is a small Nairobi, Kenya-based Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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The RedHorn Media, an Advertising company, was launched in 2015. In Mumbai, India, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Miami, FL
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LEXRA Recovery Group, an Advertising company, specializes in Advertising and Affiliate Marketing. The firm is located in Miami, Florida.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New Delhi, India
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GrowthAstra, an Advertising company, is located in New Delhi, India. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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EpoxyReach is an Advertising company. Their small team is located in Sheridan, Wyoming. Their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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The Peak Hire is a Miami, Florida-based Advertising company. They offer Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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SearchInvent is a Dera Bassi, India-based SEO company. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Ahmedabad, India
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Social Hunks is an Advertising company. They are in Ahmedabad, India, and their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerStuttgart, Germany
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See all 1 projectsCK WebDesign is an SEO and PPC agency known for its expertise in market research, keyword analysis, and conversion-focused design. In their reviews, 100% of customers praised their detailed research and transparent communication, leading to improved website rankings and lead generation. Clients highlight their professionalism and the real-time tracking system as standout features.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Frisco, TX
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Small SEO services firm BlueMatrix Media, is located in Frisco, Texas. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Pasadena, CA
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One & All Agency is a midsize Advertising company in Pasadena, California. The team provides Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999West Des Moines, IA
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American Equity is an Advertising company. The agency is headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa. Their services include Advertising and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Santa Monica, CA
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Artificial intelligence development company GumGum provides Artificial Intelligence and Advertising. They are based in Santa Monica, California and Chicago, Illinois.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia
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Lola Group, an Advertising company, was launched in 2001. Based in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Syracuse, NY
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Brown & Bigelow is an Advertising company. Their midsize team is located in Syracuse, New York. Their team specializes in Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Aberdeen, SD
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Advertising company Corporate Image Group was founded in 1929. The team specializes in Advertising and Marketing Strategy and is in Aberdeen, South Dakota.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Antwerpen, Belgium
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Advertising company FCR Media Belgium is headquartered in Antwerpen, Belgium and Anderlecht, Belgium. They provide Advertising and Digital Strategy and were founded in 2016.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Kushtia, Bangladesh
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See all 1 projectsX-brain Info Tech specializes in Facebook marketing and social media management, helping businesses promote their services effectively. Reviews highlight the company's ability to develop custom Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) databases and accurately manage social media profiles, showcasing their world-class marketing strategies and effectiveness.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9uMhlanga, South Africa
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See all 1 projectsOoboontoo - A Creative Impact Agency offers services in advertising, marketing, promotions, media buying, and branding. The overall feedback highlights their dedication, strategic approach, and effective project management. Clients particularly appreciate their proactive research, attention to detail, and alignment with company values, contributing to successful campaigns and measurable outcomes such as increased social media engagement and in-store sales.
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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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$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.
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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.