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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$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+$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+$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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$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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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+$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 / 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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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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$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 - 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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$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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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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Launched in 2026, Linkoster - SEO Audit & Link Building is a small New Delhi, India-based SEO company. Their team offers 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mtaileb, Lebanon
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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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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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PeterboroughWeb is a SEO company. Founded in 2024, the firm offers Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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IMak Digital NZ, a social media marketing agency, was established in 2015. The firm focuses on Social Media Marketing and Advertising, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Bengaluru, India
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Digital Ujjawal is a small Bengaluru, India-based Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Chennai, India
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Rightframes is a branding agency. The agency is based in Chennai, India. Their services include Branding and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9
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Momentum ZH is a Marketing Strategy company. The small Zürich, Switzerland-based team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Advertising. The agency was established in 2026.
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1001551995 Ontario Inc dba OurAdmin is an Advertising company. They were launched in 2026 and specialize in Advertising and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Pune, India
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Established in 2023, Redvis Media Labs is a Performance Marketing company. The company specializes in Performance Marketing and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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Running Ads, an Advertising company, was founded in 2026. The company offers Advertising and Branding, and is small.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9
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Stoop is a branding company launched in 2019. Headquartered in Gaythorne, Australia, the team provides Branding and Graphic Design.
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Profilo Marketing is a small SEO agency located in Torino, Italy. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ibadan, Nigeria
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Tangible Growth Agency, an Advertising company, was launched in 2026. The team focuses on Advertising and Pay Per Click and is based in Ibadan, Nigeria.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9
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Founded in 2020, The Six Strategy is an Advertising company. The small team specializes in Advertising and Performance Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9
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Mirrorline Marketing is an Advertising company. They were launched in 2026, and their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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The Morning Beer is a Marketing Strategy company established in 2026. The team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9
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Bright Hello Marketing and Communications is an Advertising company. The Alexandria, Virginia-based firm was founded in 2018. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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AFC Consulting is an Advertising company. They are based in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, France and have small team of experts. Their services include Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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Located in Vitacura, Chile, Cobb Partners is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Content Marketing.
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Advertising company MotiveGTM is headquartered in Bengaluru, India. Launched in 2026, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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Digital Strategy company Exar Digital is in Mohali, India. They provide Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy.
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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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Baghdad, Iraq
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See all 1 projectsWe are Fikra, an advertising agency in Iraq that focuses on branding, marketing, creative design, and event organizing. Our name "Fikra" means "idea" in Arabic, and that's exactly what we do—we
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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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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsiawar is a global Amazon growth agency engineered to scale brand revenues across 40+ categories and 10+ international marketplaces (US, UK, DE, FR, IT, ES, CA, JP, AU, MX). Having accelerated over
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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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$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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$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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$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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37.8/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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Clutch highlights firms that craft campaigns across digital and traditional platforms based on a proprietary methodology. The top advertising agencies for 2026 include:
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
- Verified client reviews highlighting communication and ROI
- 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.