Top Advertising Agencies & Marketing Companies
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Las Vegas, NVServices provided
See all 8 projectsVersion2 is an advertising agency specializing in programmatic advertising services and media buying. The company is highly praised for its strategic thinking, responsiveness, and ability to deliver exceptional results, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their professionalism and commitment. Clients appreciated their innovative solutions and personalized support, with many noting significant improvements in metrics such as CPM efficiency and audience engagement.
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NYServices provided
See all 82 projectsNinja Promo is an advertising agency specializing in marketing, promotions, and paid media services. Reviews highlight their effectiveness in improving engagement, reducing costs, and enhancing brand visibility, with approximately 90% of feedback being positive. Clients appreciate their quick adaptability and project management, though communication was noted as an area for improvement by a minority.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, CanadaServices provided
See all 4 projectsSetsail Marketing is an Advertising Agency that specializes in paid media and advertising services, including the management of Google and Facebook ads to optimize lead generation. While one client noted that the agency delivered improvements compared to previous experiences, they also suggested a focus on improving Return on Ad Spend (ROAS). Overall, the agency's enthusiasm and quality of work were highlighted positively.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London , England
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Public relations firm Clareville Communications was established in 1989. The team focuses on Public Relations and Social Media Marketing and is headquartered in London , England.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Launched in 1975, Media Campaign Ltd is a media planning and buying agency. The team focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Digital Strategy and is in London, England.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 83 projectsBrandLume Inc. is an Advertising Agency offering comprehensive advertising services, including media buying, branding, and paid marketing. Clients consistently praise their value for cost, effective project management, and impressive results, with 100% of reviews noting improved website traffic and engagement. Their tailored and innovative strategies, aligned with company values, demonstrate their commitment to client success.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Kingston, NYServices provided
See all 11 projectsDragon360 is an Advertising Agency specializing in Paid Media, Marketing, and Promotions. Overall, their reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with approximately 90% of clients praising their project management, agility in campaign optimizations, and strategic approach. Many clients highlight Dragon360's exceptional ability to deliver timely, high-quality results and their strong alignment with client business objectives.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CAServices provided
See all 339 projectsJives Media is an advertising agency offering advertising services, with a focus on SEO, PPC, and paid marketing. The reviews indicate a generally positive sentiment, with approximately 86% of clients highlighting effective project management, timely deliverables, and improved campaign performance. A noteworthy 14% of reviews expressed dissatisfaction with communication and strategy alignment. The company is praised for its expertise and seamless integration with client teams.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Poulton, England
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We Love 9am is a Poulton, England-based Advertising company. They offer Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Leeds, England
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James Harris Associates is a social media marketing agency. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Advertising and are based in Leeds, England.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Amigo Partnership is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2012. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy and is headquartered in London, England.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Binghamton, NY
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Riger Marketing Communications is an Advertising company. They specialize in Advertising and Market Research and were launched in 1950.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Westborough, MA
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PENTA Communications, Inc is an Advertising company. Launched in 1988, their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is a sophisticated Advertising Agency specializing in Paid Media and comprehensive advertising services. Feedback from clients is overwhelmingly positive, with over 90% highlighting their strategic insights and project management prowess. Clients commend their precision in media execution and data-driven approach, resulting in tangible improvements in brand awareness and engagement. Hotspex Media is recognized for delivering campaigns on time and on budget while effectively utilizing their Reticle platform for audience targeting.
$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, campaign assets, ad targeting, and paid marketing. Their clients highlight a strong alignment with company values and dedication to timely project completion. Approximately 100% of reviewers praise the agency for effective communication, project management, and delivering results, such as reducing costs per acquisition by 40%. Some suggest more face-to-face meetings and access to creative talent.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Portas is a branding company. Launched in 1997, their team offers Branding and Advertising.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Milton, England
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Stanton Shallcross is an Advertising company established in 2008. Their team focuses on 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 5 projectsDigital Hot Sauce is a digital marketing agency specializing in Google and Meta ads management, SEO optimization, and website design. Across various projects, clients consistently praise their strategic approach and commitment to understanding client needs, with approximately 80% highlighting their impressive communication and expertise. While most feedback is positive, around 20% suggest improvements in technical guidance and troubleshooting efficiency.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Pittsburgh, PAServices provided
See all 21 projectsCorkboard Concepts is an advertising agency providing services in digital marketing, PPC advertising, and SEO. They have consistently received positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers praising their project management, customer service, and local presence. Clients value their personable approach and ability to generate website traffic and leads, despite being a relatively young company.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Smithfield Agency is a media planning and buying company based in London, England and Manchester, England. Launched in 2010, the team focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Woodley, England
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Theme Group, a branding company, is in Woodley, England. They focus on Branding and Web Design and were established in 1995.
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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 campaigns. They are praised for their professionalism, high availability, and strategic ad placements, leading to significant increases in website traffic and lead generation. The feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their expertise and strong communication skills.
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Las Vegas, NVServices provided
See all 1 projectsMassMedia is a comprehensive digital marketing agency specializing in brand development, PR, and social media management. Reviews highlight their consistent achievement of KPIs and their integration as an extension of client teams. Approximately 100% of feedback is positive, emphasizing quality work and effective communication, with no suggested areas for improvement.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Cincinnati, OH
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Cleriti is an Advertising company. Established in 2011, the company offers Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Cincinnati, OH
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Ideopia is an Advertising company. They are headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio and have small team of experts. Their services include Advertising and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Port Huron, MI
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Online-Access, an Advertising company, offers Advertising and Branding. The agency is located in Port Huron, Michigan.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Pyrmont, Australia
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The Hallway is an Advertising company headquartered in Pyrmont, Australia and Melbourne, Australia. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New Orleans, LA
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TEGNA Local Louisiana is a Content Marketing company established in 2016. The small team provides Content Marketing and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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ManifestoIletisim is a PR company established in 2009. The small team provides Public Relations and Advertising.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Kalamaria, Greece
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Founded in 2014, Vitamin Media, a small social media marketing firm, is in Kalamaria, Greece. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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ThinkDirect is a Direct Marketing company launched in 2014. Based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the team provides Direct Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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361 DEGREES AFRICA, a PR agency, was founded in 2010. The small team specializes in Public Relations and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Sloane & Company is a public relations company. Located in New York, New York, the firm provides Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Valparaiso, IN
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AC Incorporated is an Advertising company. In Valparaiso, Indiana, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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Located in Chicago, Illinois, Blast! Marketing & PR is a PR agency. They focus on Public Relations and Advertising and were founded in 2003.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Overland Park, KS
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Rhycom is a Marketing Strategy company. The Overland Park, Kansas-based company focuses on Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lenexa, KS
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Advertising company Thruline Marketing is based in Lenexa, Kansas. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Mankato, MN
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SEO what.com Inc is a Content Marketing company. Launched in 2004, the company focuses on Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dallas, TX
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DOT Creative Services is a media planning & buying company. They are in Dallas, Texas, and their services include Media Planning & Buying and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Milwaukee, WI
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Celtic, Inc. Is an Advertising company. Located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49West Palm Beach, FL
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O'DONNELL AGENCY is an Advertising company. Their small team is in West Palm Beach, Florida. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Thessaloniki, Greece
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Advertising company MMS Advertising S.A. Is in Thessaloniki, Greece. The team focuses on Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bogotá, Colombia
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Digit4l Agencia is an Advertising company. They provide Advertising and Branding and are in Bogotá, Colombia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Herzliya, Israel
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Exactive Marketing Ltd is a SEO agency. In Herzliya, Israel, the firm was established in 2002. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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In Burlington, Canada, Interkom is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Beograd, Serbia
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DNA Communications - Serbia is a Beograd, Serbia-based Digital Strategy company. They focus on Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Guaynabo, Puerto Rico
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Havas Puerto Rico, a small Advertising company, is based in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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Direct Marketing of Asia Limited, a Direct Marketing company, focuses on Direct Marketing and CRM consulting and SI. The agency is headquartered in Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Malmö, Sweden
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Topvisible is a SEO agency launched in 2011. The agency provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
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Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany, 360 Service Agency is an Advertising company. Founded in 2016, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Shelton, CT
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Branding firm Sapphire Team Marketing focuses on Branding and Marketing Strategy. They are based in Shelton, Connecticut.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Reno, NV
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Advertising company Reno Media Group specializes in Advertising and Social Media Marketing. They are located in Reno, Nevada.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Warszawa, Poland
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Media Group Dom Mediowy is a media planning and buying agency located in Warszawa, Poland. The team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Zollikofen, Switzerland
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Established in 1991, Funke Lettershop AG is a Direct Marketing company. The team offers Direct Marketing and Content Marketing and is located in Zollikofen, Switzerland.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sao Paulo, Brazil
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MAPA360 is a public relations firm. They were founded in 2002, and their services include Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nürnberg, Germany
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Founded in 2003, Reingold GmbH is a small Advertising company located in Nürnberg, Germany. Their team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerMarlboro, NJ
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Dr. Rissy’s Writing & Marketing is a social media marketing firm. Established in 2016, the company focuses on Social Media Marketing and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerNashville, TN
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Villwood Digital is a pay per click agency. Founded in 2018, their team specializes in Pay Per Click and Advertising.
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Blog de Marketing Digital is an Advertising company. Their midsize team is located in Bogotá, Colombia. Their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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Founded in 2020, Samjustified , a midsize Advertising company, is located in Abeokuta, Nigeria and Abeokuta, Nigeria. Their team focuses on Advertising and Market Research.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancer
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Headquartered in Chennai, India, Root2rise is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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Located in Chennai, India, TK digital marketing agency is an Advertising company. They specialize in Advertising and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2025.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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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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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Sausalito, CA
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999London, England
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$250,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Rochester, MI
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Marion, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woodmere, NY
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Coral Gables, FL
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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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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Bethesda, MD
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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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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Henderson, NV
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Fort Lauderdale, FL
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Redfern, Australia
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249London, England
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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.
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Specialized shops may focus on niches such as programmatic, connected TV, or experiential activations.
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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.