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, offering solutions in media buying, paid media, and branding. With an impressive track record, 100% of feedback highlights their capability in delivering targeted campaigns and innovative approaches. Clients commend their professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to drive significant performance improvements, such as CPMs as low as $2 and a 20% increase in sales.
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NYServices provided
See all 81 projectsNinja Promo is an advertising agency specializing in paid marketing, branding, and social media management. They have received a mix of feedback, with around 67% positive reviews highlighting improved lead quality, efficient ad spend, and strong project management. However, 33% of the reviews indicate issues with campaign execution and communication. Ninja Promo is noted for aligning closely with client goals and delivering comprehensive advertising solutions.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Vancouver, CanadaServices provided
See all 4 projectsSetsail Marketing is an Advertising Agency specializing in Paid Media and Advertising Services. They manage Google and Facebook ads, aiming to generate high-quality leads with minimal spending. Despite some challenges, they have shown improvement compared to other agencies, impressing clients with their enthusiasm and work quality. Approximately 75% of reviewers mention their effective project management and communication.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Guayaquil, Ecuador
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Altitude Digital Marketing is a Guayaquil, Ecuador-based Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Concord, NC
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Sublmnl Design, LLC is an Advertising company. They specialize in Advertising and Branding and were established in 2006. The firm is in Concord, North Carolina.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ventura, CA
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Triffet Design Group is a web design company. The firm is based in Ventura, California. Their services include Web Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lancaster, PA
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Pushingink LLC, an Advertising company, is headquartered in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. They provide Advertising and Branding and were founded in 2010.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vista, CA
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Webster Design is an Advertising company. In Vista, California, the company provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Stockton, CA
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Ken Fong Advertising Inc is a graphic design agency. Headquartered in Stockton, California, their small team focuses on Graphic Design and Advertising. The agency was founded in 1952.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Lauderdale, FL
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MediumFour is a Fort Lauderdale, Florida-based Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and Graphic Design and were established in 2006.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, CanadaServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is an advertising agency providing comprehensive advertising services, including digital marketing, media buying, and branding. Their reviews reflect overwhelmingly positive feedback, with emphasis on their strategic insights, efficient project management, and innovative use of behavioral data for targeted advertising. Approximately 90% of the reviews highlight their exceptional communication skills and ability to deliver measurable improvements in key performance indicators.
$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, and paid media strategies. With 100% positive feedback, clients commend their emotional connection with consumers and timely project delivery. Approximately 67% of reviewers highlight their professionalism and proactive communication, while 33% note their ability to reduce costs and improve conversion rates.
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W Publicidad Colombia is an Advertising company. They are in Cali, Colombia and have small team of experts. Their services include Advertising and Graphic Design.
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2 Lion Design is an Advertising company. The firm is based in Cali, Colombia. Their team provides Advertising and Graphic Design.
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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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Idea Studio Web Design is an Advertising company. They are based in Cali, Colombia and have small team. They specialize in Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bellaterra, Spain
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Based in Bellaterra, Spain, Cic Design is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249München, GermanyServices provided
See all 14 projectsMediacharge is a highly regarded Advertising Agency specializing in Paid Media and PPC Campaign management across multiple countries. The company is praised for its professionalism, high availability, and effective communication, with 100% of reviewers highlighting these strengths. Mediacharge consistently delivers impressive results, including increased website traffic and high-quality lead generation, making them a trusted choice for targeted marketing solutions.
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Las Vegas, NVServices provided
See all 1 projectsMassMedia is a comprehensive digital marketing agency offering services in brand development, online digital marketing, PR, and social media management. The reviews highlight their strong project management skills and results-driven approach, with 100% positive feedback emphasizing their ability to meet KPIs and deliver high-quality work, such as achieving nearly 50 press clips against a KPI of 30.
$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Harrisburg, PAServices provided
See all 450 projectsWebFX is a prominent Advertising Agency specializing in digital marketing, advertising services, and paid media. With an impressive 100% positive feedback rate, clients commend their effective project management, responsiveness, and ability to increase sales and leads. Approximately 70% of reviewers highlight their expertise in SEO and PPC, while others appreciate their collaborative and personalized approach.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Condes, Chile
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KinCom Advertising is an Advertising company established in 2010. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Recife, Brazil
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Capital Comunicação is an Advertising company. In Recife, Brazil, their small team specializes in Advertising and Digital Strategy. The firm was founded in 2008.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Scranton, PA
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Baldino Digital is an Advertising company founded in 2014. Based in Scranton, Pennsylvania, the team offers Advertising and Corporate Photography.
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Branderbilt is a web development company based in Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza, Mexico. Launched in 2016, the team specializes in Web Development and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Madrid, Spain
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Founded in 2011, WALDO CAPOTE is an Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Madrid, Spain
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ClimbsMedia is a small Madrid, Spain-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Established in 2017, La Millennial, a small Advertising company, is headquartered in Ciudad de México, Mexico and Bogotá, Colombia. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Madrid, Spain
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Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, Cano Estudio is a small Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Small Advertising company NSI - Agencia de Marketing Digital, is in Ciudad de México, Mexico. The team specializes in Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Herne, Germany
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MEYER MEDIEN is a small Herne, Germany-based video production agency. Their services include Video Production and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cali, Colombia
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Lito España - Creative Media is a small Advertising company based in Cali, Colombia. The team focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cali, Colombia
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Artixx Publicidad is an Advertising company. Headquartered in Cali, Colombia, the company offers Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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Gamma Colombia is an Advertising company established in 2012. The small team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cali, Colombia
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Neat Agency & Real Estate is an Advertising company launched in 2010. The team focuses on Advertising and Commercial Financing.
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CREAR PUBLICIDAD EXTERIOR SAS, a small Advertising company, is headquartered in Cali, Colombia. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Barcelona, Spain
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Clementina is an Advertising company launched in 2006. The team offers Advertising and Branding and is based in Barcelona, Spain.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Secoweb is an Advertising company. Their team is headquartered in Ciudad de México, Mexico and specializes in Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza, Mexico
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Based in Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza, Mexico, RedMind is a small software development firm. The team focuses on Custom Software Development and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mollet del Vallès, Spain
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Headquartered in Mollet del Vallès, Spain, Borgen Studio is an Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Northampton, MA
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Visibl is an Advertising company. Headquartered in Northampton, Massachusetts, the firm offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Deerfield Beach, FL
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Delecto is a web design agency. Their small team is located in Deerfield Beach, Florida. Their team provides Web Design and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cali, Colombia
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Promographics Digital, a small Advertising company, is located in Cali, Colombia. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cali, Colombia
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Launched in 2011, Klic Art is an Advertising company. The firm offers Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cali, Colombia
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Avisos Luminosos Y Acrilicos is a small Advertising company founded in 2011. Their team offers Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cali, Colombia
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METROVIA S.A.S. Is a small Cali, Colombia-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cali, Colombia
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Dekoarte publicidad S.A.S is an Advertising company. Their small team is in Cali, Colombia. Their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hayward, CA
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Headquartered in Hayward, California, On Time Signs is a small Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tegucigalpa, Honduras
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Vinilo DM&A is an Advertising company. Launched in 2016, the team specializes in Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Klok Diseño is an Advertising company. They are located in Ciudad de México, Mexico, and their services include Advertising and Branding.
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Small Advertising company Casa de Ideas, is based in Macao. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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Ideal 8 is a small Madrid, Spain-based Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Mobile App Development.
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Ceiba Diseño is an Advertising company. The agency is in. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9León, Mexico
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Overdose Creative Mexico is a website development firm. They focus on Web Development and Custom Software Development and were established in 2009. The firm is headquartered in León, Mexico.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portishead, England
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Web design company Chaos Created was established in 2008. The agency focuses on Web Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9München, Germany
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In München, Germany, Reklamefreunde is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9São Luís , Brazil
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Grid9 Brand Design is an Advertising company launched in 2001. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Leipzig, Germany
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Nvii-Media is a graphic design company. Headquartered in Leipzig, Germany, the agency was founded in 2008. Their services include Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Roma, Italy
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Roma Design is a graphic design agency. They are headquartered in Roma, Italy and have small team. Their services include Graphic Design and Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Palma, Spain
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Tic Tac Marketing, an Advertising company, was established in 2014. They specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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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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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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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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$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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, 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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Coral Gables, FL
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249London, England
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Bethesda, MD
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Henderson, NV
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$100,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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An advertising agency plans, creates, and distributes paid messages that motivate audiences to act. Their teams blend market research, creative development, media planning, and performance analytics to make sure the right people see and remember your brand across TV, print, radio, outdoor, and digital channels.
Most full-service agencies cover the entire campaign lifecycle:
- Market research & audience segmentation
- Brand positioning and creative concepting
- Media planning & buying (TV, radio, OOH, display, social, search)
- Production for video, audio, and print assets
- Campaign management, A/B testing, and real-time optimization
- Reporting dashboards that track KPIs like impressions, CTR, and ROAS
Specialized shops may focus on niches such as programmatic, connected TV, or experiential activations.
Budgets vary widely. On Clutch, most reviewed projects fall between $10,000–$50,000, while hourly rates range from $50–$150 depending on location, channel expertise, and seniority. Remember to separate agency fees from hard costs like ad spend and production; a $25,000 retainer can quickly double once media buys are added.
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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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- 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 often will we review performance and optimize campaigns?
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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.