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+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Simopedia - Toronto Digital Marketing Agency is an Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Marketing Strategy and is based in York, Canada.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Adrenalin Advertising Pty Ltd, an Advertising company, was founded in 2011. Headquartered in Abbotsford, Australia, the team provides Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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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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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Mindblowing Agency is a Rio de Janeiro, Brazil-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Spotlight Advertising Products, a branding agency, was established in 2000. The team offers Branding and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Content Writing Services company Aura Profiles Management Services was established in 2011. The team offers Content Writing Services and Public Relations and is in New Delhi, India.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Based in Melbourne , Australia, Predicta Analytics is an Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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Surat Digital marketing School is an Advertising company established in 2020. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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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+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Karmiel, Israel
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Pumpkin People Marketing, an Advertising company, was founded in 2024. Headquartered in Karmiel, Israel, the team specializes in Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Kavala, Greece
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Small Advertising company AdTech Europe, is in Kavala, Greece. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
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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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Puzzle Inbox is a London, England-based Advertising company. Launched in 2023, the team provides Advertising and Product Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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YELLOPOST INC, a web design company, was launched in 2021. The firm specializes in Web Design 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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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Aventura, FL
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Envy Lab is a small branding company headquartered in Aventura, Florida and Kyiv, Ukraine. The team provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49
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The A-List Malaysia is a branding agency. Based in Semenyih, Malaysia, the company specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Vivi Smart Growth is a SEO company based in Buenos Aires, Argentina and Montevideo, Uruguay. Launched in 2017, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Advertising company cHaus Marketing was established in 2008. The firm focuses on Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Elk Grove Village, IL
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Homepick is a PPC company established in 2017. The team provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization and is in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49
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JKD Agency is an Advertising company established in 2023. The small team specializes in Advertising and Email Marketing.
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Advertising company ESPION INFOTECH PVT LTD. Is based in Ontario, Canada. They specialize in Advertising and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2022.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Roma, Italy
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Launched in 2008, NDV Comunicazione is a Marketing Strategy company. The team offers Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Buckinghamshire, England
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See all 1 projectsBoost your online presence with the leading SEO agency in Milton Keynes. Our expert team of digital marketers delivers top-notch SEO strategies tailored to your business needs. Drive more traffic,
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lahore, Pakistan
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See all 1 projectsGoodtogo pro is a technology consulting and digital solutions company that helps businesses succeed online. Many companies struggle with low website traffic, outdated designs, poor visibility, and
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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See all 1 projectsSilver Stone Publishing works with writers at different stages of their publishing journey. Our team provides structured support to help transform ideas and manuscripts into professionally prepared
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Cheyenne, WY
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See all 1 projectsGrowmatic is a leading AI-powered retail intelligence and sales automation platform that helps businesses optimize their retail operations, improve field force productivity, and drive sustainable
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See all 1 projectsWe providing best digital marketing services in Dubai, UAE and globally.
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See all 1 projectsUS Clothing is a personalised clothing and workwear brand specialising in custom printing, embroidery, and branded apparel for businesses, teams, events, and individuals. Founded in 2016 in Bolton,
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See all 1 projectsFirst specialized SEO agency in Bosnia and Herzegovina, bringing knowledge from global projects to the domestic market. We have been operating as a registered company for nine years, combining
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chittagong, Bangladesh
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See all 1 projectsLead Bangladesh Ltd. offers comprehensive digital marketing services, including brand identity enhancement, content creation, social media management, SEO, paid advertising, and email marketing. Overall feedback highlights their professionalism, strategic planning, data-driven decision-making, and significant results, including a 360% increase in sales for their client, Green Bangla. Clients appreciate their holistic, client-centric approach and effective project management.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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See all 1 projectsWeb SEO India offers web development and SEO promotion services. Their work has led to significant improvements in search rankings in multiple countries, reflecting their effective project management and talented team. Clients recommend them highly, though some note potential for improvement in infrastructure.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsDigital Verse Agency offers comprehensive branding services aimed at fostering customer connections and enhancing brand perception. Reviews highlight their exceptional project management, 24/7 customer support, and strong commitment to delivering high-quality results. Overall, clients are highly satisfied with the transformative impact on their brand image.
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$10,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Fremont, CA
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In Fremont, California, Copper Ants is a small Mobile & App Marketing company. The team provides Mobile & App Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Crazy Turtle Advertising Ltd. Is a branding firm. Founded in 2015, the firm is in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Their team specializes in Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hyderabad, India
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Konnections IMAG is a branding agency. Their small team is in Hyderabad, India. Their team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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Volume Eleven - Toronto, a small Content Marketing company, is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Their services include Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Stockholm, Sweden
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In Stockholm, Sweden, Peregrine AB is a Digital Strategy company. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49El Paso, TX
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Web design agency bio360 Marketing is headquartered in El Paso, Texas and Las Cruces, New Mexico. They provide Web Design and Advertising and were established in 2014.
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Established in 2016, Silicon Drive is a small Los Angeles, California-based branding agency. Their team provides Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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Kurve Marketing Group is a small Advertising company based in Boston, Massachusetts. Their services include Advertising and Custom Software Development.
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Founded in 2016, Xcellent Solution is a small branding company. Their services include Branding and Advertising.
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Social media marketing firm One direction Marketing offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They were established in 2009.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Greater Noida, India
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EBusiness Machine, an Advertising company, was established in 2019. Headquartered in Greater Noida, India, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fort Worth, TX
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Headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, Blackwell is a small Affiliate Marketing company. The team offers Affiliate Marketing and Branding.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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MarHIVE - Digital Marketing Agency is an Advertising company. In New York, New York and London, England, their small team provides Advertising and Branding. The firm was launched in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Seoul, South Korea
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The Hoffman Agency Korea is a PR company established in 2000. Their services include Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Lahore, Pakistan
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Black Diamond is a branding firm. Their small team is in Lahore, Pakistan. Their services include Branding and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bloomington, MN
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Viden Marketing is an Advertising company. In Eden Prairie, Minnesota, the firm provides Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Mumbai, India
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Advertising company Systapo IT Solutions was launched in 2015. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Madurai, India
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CarvSEO is an Advertising company. The Madurai, India-based agency was founded in 2017. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Ballymahon, Ireland
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Marketing Strategy company 3 Rock Agency was launched in 2019. The agency offers Marketing Strategy and Advertising, and is small.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
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SEO company Rankwis was founded in 2016. The agency specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Other Digital Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pune, India
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Ravian Media is an Advertising company. The small Pune, India-based team provides Advertising and Branding. The company was founded in 2020.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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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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$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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$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.