Top Advertising Agencies & Marketing Companies
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Las Vegas, NVServices provided
See all 8 projectsVersion2 is a dynamic advertising agency that specializes in programmatic marketing, paid media, and branding services. The company is praised for its innovative technology and strategic execution, with 100% of reviewers highlighting its exceptional performance in media buying and campaign management. Clients commend Version2's responsive communication, strategic insights, and ability to exceed expectations, with no significant areas for improvement reported.
$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+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 83 projectsBrandLume Inc. is an advertising agency specializing in marketing, promotions, and media buying, offering comprehensive advertising services to enhance brand visibility and drive customer engagement. Consistently praised for their professional project management and responsiveness, 100% of reviewers noted the value for cost. Remarkably, they achieved significant improvements in website traffic, social media engagement, and online sales across various projects.
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Harry Ramsay is a Bengaluru, India-based Digital Strategy company. They provide Digital Strategy and Advertising.
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Barking Bee is an Advertising company. The small Ahmedabad, India-based team provides Advertising and Media Planning & Buying. The firm was founded in 2026.
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$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+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CAServices provided
See all 339 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.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9C1045AAO, Argentina
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Jacuzzi Creative Studio is an Advertising company. Established in 2021, their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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Design Hub MK is a Market Research company. The Miami, Florida-based firm was founded in 2024. Their services include Market Research and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Cairo, Egypt
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AcroGrowth is an Advertising company. They are located in Cairo, Egypt, and their services include Advertising and Performance Marketing.
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In New Delhi, India, Hootcap Media is an Advertising company. Founded in 2025, the team focuses on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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AdOpsify LLC is a small Albuquerque, New Mexico-based Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Video Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NYServices provided
See all 95 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.
$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, 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+Undisclosed2 - 9Brownsville, TX
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Established in 2026, Dental Patient Boost is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Columbia, TN
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Forge Entertainment Group is an Other Marketing company. Based in Columbia, Tennessee, the agency provides Other Marketing and Sports Marketing.
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$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.
$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.
$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 - 9Neuchâtel, Switzerland
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DeluzDigital, a Digital Strategy company, is located in Neuchâtel, Switzerland. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Mount Pleasant, SC
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Other Marketing company Palm Social is headquartered in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. The team specializes in Other Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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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 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.
$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Las Vegas, NVServices provided
See all 2 projectsMassMedia is a comprehensive advertising agency offering full-service marketing and advertising solutions. They are highly praised for their exceptional project management and strategic execution, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their professional and driven staff. Notably, they achieved nearly 50% sales within nine weeks, showcasing their effective media buying and promotional strategies.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bayrut, Lebanon
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Adperical is an Advertising company based in Bayrut, Lebanon. They provide Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Rawalpindi, Pakistan
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MBKS Global is an Advertising company. Located in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, the firm provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9London, England
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Based in London, England, Njord Star is a PPC company. The team offers Pay Per Click and Performance Marketing.
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Foskett Marketing is a SEO company. Based in Northampton, England, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Radocza, Poland
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Viromo is a Marketing Strategy company. The Radocza, Poland-based company offers Marketing Strategy and IT managed services.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Laval, Canada
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Nuvaclicks is a branding agency. Based in Laval, Canada, their team offers Branding and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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Social media marketing company Avanzta Contractor Marketing Group is based in Knoxville, Tennessee. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Oyster Bay, Australia
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The Practice Engine, an Advertising company, offer Advertising and Digital Strategy. They were launched in 2026.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Miami, FL
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Social media marketing agency EVO11VE was launched in 2022. The company focuses on Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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MaverickRoom Studio, a Content Marketing company, is located in Madrid, Spain and València, Spain. Launched in 2020, the team specializes in Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Rockingham, NC
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Mailer Boxes Co, a Packaging Design company, is in Rockingham, North Carolina. Founded in 2025, the team specializes in Packaging Design and Market Research.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Kanpur, India
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J4M Agency is an Advertising company. Established in 2026, their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Iksh Studio is a branding company. In Greater Noida, India, the firm was established in 2026. Their services include Branding and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Pravaham PR & Marketing is an Advertising company established in 2026. Located in Kochi, India, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Linkoster - Guest Posting & SEO Growth, a SEO company, is based in New Delhi, India. Established in 2026, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Tharagampatti, India
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Digital Tact Solutions is an Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and E-Commerce Development and were launched in 2024. The agency is located in Tharagampatti, India.
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Founded in 2026, PIXL is a media planning & buying agency. Their team offers Media Planning & Buying and Digital Strategy.
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PeterboroughWeb is a SEO company. Founded in 2024, the firm offers Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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See all 3 projectsMacLean's Publishers is a full-service book publishing and marketing agency dedicated to helping authors bring their stories to life and reach a global audience. From editing, formatting, and cover
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49
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See all 3 projectseCom Studioz is a full-service eCommerce automation agency specializing in Amazon, Walmart, and TikTok Shop solutions. We help entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners launch, manage, and scale
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See all 2 projectsAt Martician, we turn brands From Invisible to Invincible 🚀We are your Digital Success Partner helping businesses grow, scale, and dominate online through:✨ Social Media Marketing & Growth
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsWe are a results-driven website development company focused on creating custom, high-performance websites that elevate your brand, engage your audience, and drive growth. From design to deployment,
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See all 1 projectsPapuc Agency is a performance-driven marketing partner focused on helping brands grow fast, efficiently, and sustainably. We combine sharp strategy, innovative creativity, and data-powered execution
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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See all 1 projectsAssar Digisol is a growth-focused digital marketing agency dedicated to helping brands build a strong digital presence and achieve measurable business results. Based in Ahmedabad, we combine
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Sefton, Australia
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See all 1 projectsVex Management is a specialist construction marketing agency helping builders, tradies, and trade businesses across Australia win more quality leads and grow their revenue. We deliver done for you
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See all 1 projectsCreator Biz is Pakistan's Shariah-compliant eCommerce and digital marketing agency, founded in 2018 by Waqar Rafiq in Lahore. We serve 200+ clients across Pakistan, UAE, KSA, and the UK, delivering
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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See all 2 projectsAuritrix is a Delhi-based social media marketing agency helping brands grow with purpose and show up authentically online.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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See all 2 projectsDo you need assistance turning your book idea into a bestseller? Are you trying to find a competent book writing agency? Then Book Blaze USA is the only place to look! Our skilled book
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See all 1 projectsMarketing Made Affordable specializes in website revamps and flyer design and printing. Across their reviews, clients highlight the company's cost-effective solutions, timely delivery, and exceptional expertise. Customers appreciate the communicative approach and alignment with client values, noting a strong cultural fit and impressive quality of work.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Vancouver, Canada
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See all 1 projectsProtege Marketing Collective Inc. offers services in digital advertising, marketing, and promotions. However, the reviews highlight significant concerns about professionalism, particularly regarding an employee's conduct and communication. The feedback suggests a need for improvement in customer service skills and project management to better meet client expectations.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsAt Evoqed, we drive targeted traffic, generate quality leads, and elevate brands with data-driven digital marketing. From SEO to social media and website development, we ensure measurable growth,
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Buffalo, NY
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See all 1 projectsByte Books Publishing is a dynamic, forward-thinking publishing company specializing in high-quality digital and print books. We focus on bringing innovative stories to life, offering a diverse
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projects<h1>Upgrail Digital is a partnership company </h1> <p>Reverse-Engineering Competitors' Success</p><p>We transform local businesses into market leaders through
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Subiaco, Australia
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Founded in 2008, Living Online, a small Advertising company, is located in Subiaco, Australia. Their team specializes in Advertising and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Indore, India
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Deadlinepost Media Private Limited is an Advertising company. Established in 2013, the company is located in Indore, India. Their team provides Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nairobi, Kenya
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Web Agency - Marketing Agency - Kenya is an Advertising company. Their small team is located in Nairobi, Kenya and London, England. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Oakland Park, FL
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Local Pediatric - Web Design + Marketing is a Digital Strategy company located in Oakland Park, Florida and Boynton Beach, Florida. Their services include Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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TODx Agency is an Advertising company. Established in 2016, the agency is based in Detroit, Mitchigan, Minnesota and Tirana, Albania. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Ban is a Riyadh, Saudi Arabia-based Advertising company. Established in 2020, the team focuses on 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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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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39.3/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Washington, DC
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999London, England
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$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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$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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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Bethesda, MD
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34.4/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 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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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Addison, TX
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36.8/40.017.8/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Tenafly, NJ
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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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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39/40.020/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Henderson, NV
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Miami, 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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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
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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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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.