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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Converse, TX
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Breakaway Practice is a branding firm based in Converse, Texas. They specialize in Branding and Web Design and were launched in 2006.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Mesa, AZ
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Advertising company Yo Mama Web Company was founded in 2009. The midsize team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CAServices provided
See all 340 projectsJives Media is a comprehensive advertising agency offering specialized services in SEO and PPC management, as well as creative advertising solutions. Approximately 75% of their reviews highlight their effective project management and timely deliverables, while about 25% mention challenges with understanding client goals and communication issues. Overall, Jives Media excels in providing tailored marketing strategies and improving advertising effectiveness.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is an advertising agency specializing in digital and traditional media buying and paid marketing services. The company is lauded for its organized project management, clear communication, and innovative media strategies, with approximately 90% of reviewers highlighting their attention to detail and strategic insights. Clients commend their ability to deliver quantifiable outcomes and adapt to project needs efficiently.
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NYServices provided
See all 97 projectsNinja Promo is an advertising agency specializing in marketing, branding, and paid media services. Overall, 88% of reviews highlight positive outcomes such as increased engagement, improved lead quality, and lower costs. Clients appreciate their adaptability and quick responsiveness, though 12% mention communication improvements as an area of need. Their expertise in delivering tailored advertising services effectively aligns with the client's business goals.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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DigitalMarketer is a midsize Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and Branding and were established in 2001.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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Advertising company Harris Media is in Austin, Texas. They specialize in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Addison, TX
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Splash Media, an Advertising company, is located in Addison, Texas. They focus on Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Dallas, TX
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Founded in 1995, Click Here Labs is an Advertising company. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Helsingfors, Finland
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Advertising company Hasan & Partners is located in Helsingfors, Finland. They offer 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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Houston, TX
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Kubis USA is a Houston, Texas-based Advertising company. They offer Advertising and Branding and were founded in 2008.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249London, England
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Founded in 2002, KBS Albion is a midsize London, England-based Advertising company. Their services include 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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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249London, England
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BJL is a midsize Advertising company. Established in 1987, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Amsterdam, Netherlands
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JWT Amsterdam is an Advertising company. They are headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands and have midsize team. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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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+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249London , England
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House of Kaizen is an Advertising company launched in 2001. In London , England and New York, New York, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Established in 2001, Barbarian Group is a midsize Advertising company headquartered in New York, New York. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Advertising company Bartle Bogle Hegarty is located in New York, New York and Los Angeles, California. They specialize in Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249LONDON , England
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Rocket is an Advertising company located in LONDON , England. Launched in 1997, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249London, England
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WCRS is an Advertising company. Launched in 1979, the agency is in London, England. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249London, England
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Rapport is an Advertising company. The London, England-based team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Helsinki, Finland
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Advertising company Dagmar provides Advertising and Branding. They are based in Helsinki, Finland.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Helsingfors, Finland
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PHD Media, an Advertising company, was established in 2005. In Helsingfors, Finland and New York, New York, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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In New York, New York and Toronto, Canada, The&Partnership is an Advertising company. Founded in 2013, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Mother New York is an Advertising company. Launched in 1996, the company is in New York, New York. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Hudson Rouge is an Advertising company in New York, New York and Toronto, Canada. Founded in 2011, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Established in 2007, Johannes Leonardo is a midsize Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Caviar is an Advertising company. In Los Angeles, California and Brussels, Belgium, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Based in Los Angeles, California and Seattle, Washington, Davis Elen is a midsize Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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Founded in 2008, LeaseLabs is a midsize San Diego, California-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Milsons Point, Australia
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The Works, an Advertising company, was founded in 2002. Located in Milsons Point, Australia, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Kansas City, MO
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In Kansas City, Missouri and St. Louis, Missouri, Osborn Barr is a midsize Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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Established in 1997, The Mark Company is a midsize Advertising company. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Founded in 1965, Wolff Olins is an Advertising company. Located in New York, New York and London, England, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Surry Hills, Australia
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Cummins&Partners is an Advertising company. Located in Surry Hills, Australia and Melbourne, Australia, the firm was launched in 2011. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Wilmington, DE
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Established in 1971, ab+c is an Advertising company. The agency focuses on Advertising and Branding, and is midsize.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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The Sage Group is an Advertising company founded in 2003. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249
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Established in 2008, Fimmick is an Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Branding and is in Kwun Tong, Hong Kong and New Taipei City, Taiwan.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Pittsburgh, PA
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Branding Band, an Advertising company, is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Oakland, CA
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Advertising company Captricity was launched in 2011. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding and is based in Oakland, California.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Tampa, FL
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Based in Tampa, Florida and Kingston Upon Thames, England, Dunn&Co. Is a midsize Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Redwood City, CA
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TDA Group, an Advertising company, is based in Redwood City, California. They focus on Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Fresno, CA
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JP Marketing is an Advertising company. They are based in Fresno, California and Sacramento, California and have midsize team. They offer Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Brooklyn, NY
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Advertising company Big Spaceship was established in 2000. Located in Brooklyn, New York, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Richmond, VA
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NDP is a Digital Strategy company. Their midsize team is located in Richmond, Virginia and Chattanooga, Tennessee. Their services include Digital Strategy and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Beverly Hills, CA
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Advertising company Digital Media Management is located in Beverly Hills, California and New York, New York. They offer Advertising and Branding and were established in 2010.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Salt Lake City, UT
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In Salt Lake City, Utah and Provo, Utah, Axis41 is a midsize Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Brooklyn, NY
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Red Antler, an Advertising company, was established in 2007. In Brooklyn, New York, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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Established in 1994, Second Story is an Advertising company. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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Vitro is an Advertising company. The San Diego, California-based company was founded in 1992. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Pyrmont, Australia
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BMF is an Advertising company. Based in Pyrmont, Australia, their midsize team specializes in Advertising and Branding. The agency was launched in 1996.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Sparks & Honey is an Advertising company. Established in 2012, the agency focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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Mediasmith, an Advertising company, is based in San Francisco, California. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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Eveo is a midsize Advertising company located in San Francisco, California and New York, New York. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Washington, DC
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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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, 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:
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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
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- 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?
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- 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.