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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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249
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Peckett Publishing is a Content Marketing company. The team provides Content Marketing and Advertising and is in New York, New York.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Launched in 2019, TOP7SEVEN is an Advertising company. The firm focuses on Advertising and Affiliate Marketing.
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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 / hr50 - 249
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SpawnPoint Studio is a branding company located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Established in 2025, the team provides Branding and Advertising.
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$250,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Philadelphia, PA
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Publishing Bridge is a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-based Advertising company. They specialize in Advertising and Branding.
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$25,000+Undisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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Amazing Publishing is an Advertising company launched in 2019. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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Advertising company Book Publishing Fort was founded in 2020. The team provides Advertising and Direct Marketing and is based in New York, New York.
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Advertising and Direct Marketing company Luno Digital was founded in 2024. The small team offers Advertising and Direct Marketing.
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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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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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SEO company Cited focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Advertising. They were launched in 2026.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49McDonough, GA
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Concrete Dreams Epoxy, an Advertising company, was founded in 2026. The company specializes in 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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$1,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49
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Launched in 2018, Spartads Agência de Marketing Digital, Unipessoal Lda is an Advertising and pay per click company. Based in Porto, Portugal, the team provides Advertising and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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Branding agency Ebook PublishersOnline was established in 2012. The agency focuses on Branding and Advertising, and is midsize.
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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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999London, England
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Publish my research is an Advertising company. Their team is based in London, England and provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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Growtrix Technologies is an Advertising company. They offer Advertising and Branding and were established in 2023.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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BRO AGENCY is a small Advertising company founded in 2025. Their services include Advertising and Market Research.
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$250,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49
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Guestlinkers.com is an Advertising company. Launched in 2025, the agency is headquartered in Khanewal, Pakistan. Their team focuses on Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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Established in 2022, Zebi Marketing Agency, a small Market Research company, is headquartered in New York, New York. Their services include Market Research and Advertising.
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In New Delhi, India, Techscoria is a midsize branding firm and Advertising company. The team provides Branding and Advertising.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Newport, Wales
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Founded in 2016, The Click Commerce is a midsize Newport, Wales-based Affiliate Marketing company. Their services include Affiliate Marketing and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Columbia, MO
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Headquartered in Columbia, Missouri, Parking Lot Striping of Columbia is a midsize Market Research company. Their services include Market Research and Advertising.
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Social Pulse Solutions is an Advertising company. They were launched in 2022, and their services include Advertising and Branding.
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Established in 2009, Alphorix is an Advertising company. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249
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EXPOZEN EXHIBITS GmBh is a Direct Marketing company. They focus on Direct Marketing and Advertising and are based in Berlin, Germany.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Incisive Growth, a small Advertising company, is headquartered in Gandhinagar, India. Their services include Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Chennai, India
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KinetiQ Energy, an Advertising and branding company, was launched in 2023. In Chennai, India, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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Headquartered in Noida, India, Jagmag Advertising is an Advertising and branding company. They offer Advertising and Branding and were launched in 2024.
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Advertising company AdChowk is located in Hyderabad, India. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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Direct Marketing company Mekasm specializes in Direct Marketing and Advertising. They were launched in 2026.
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Launched in 2015, hcdropshipping, a midsize Advertising company, is in guangzhou, China. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Colorado Springs, CO
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Advertising and branding agency Ebook Writing Services USA was launched in 2013. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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Advertising company Lonta AI offers Advertising and Marketing Strategy. They were established in 2024.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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EcomAuto Tech is a branding agency. Located in Weston, Florida, the agency specializes in Branding and Advertising.
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PeakFocus is an Advertising company. In Islamabad, Pakistan, their midsize team focuses on Advertising and Social Media Marketing. The company was launched in 2022.
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Arivi is an Advertising company launched in 2022. The agency focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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M/H VCCP is a social media marketing company headquartered in San Francisco, California and New York, New York. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Hyderabad, India
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Tempest Advertising Pvt Ltd is an Advertising company. They provide Advertising and Branding and were established in 1998.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Bengaluru, India
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BrandOnWheelz, a branding agency, focus on Branding and Advertising. They were founded in 2016.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Łódź, Poland
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Digitalk is an Advertising company. The midsize Łódź, Poland-based team provides Advertising and Marketing Strategy. The firm was founded in 2018.
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Udjat agency, an Advertising company, was founded in 2021. The midsize team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Örnsköldsvik, Sweden
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Aderian CoreIT, a Direct Marketing company, is based in Örnsköldsvik, Sweden. They focus on Direct Marketing and Advertising and were founded in 2007.
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Located in Sheridan, Wyoming, Absolut3 is an Advertising and social media marketing firm. The team focuses on Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Dallas, TX
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Based in Dallas, Texas and Austin, Texas, The Richards Group is an Advertising company. Established in 1976, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Quarry Bay, Hong Kong
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As One Interactive Limited is a Marketing Strategy company. The agency is in Quarry Bay, Hong Kong. Their team provides Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Shenzhen, China
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CLOUD WORLD NETWORK TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED is a small SEO company. Launched in 2016, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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See all 1 projectsSay Developer is an Advertising Agency known for its exceptional web design and development services. As reflected in their reviews, clients appreciate their quick support and strong project management. With a reported 100% positive feedback, Say Developer's alignment with client culture and budgetary needs makes them a favored choice for web-related projects.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Leeds, England
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Ponderosa is an Advertising company. The Leeds, England-based team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Revenue Media Group is an Email Marketing company. They specialize in Email Marketing and Web Design and were established in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Charleston, SC
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See all 4 projectsClick Communication Arts is a creative agency specializing in brand identity, graphic design, and web development. The reviews reflect a highly positive sentiment, with approximately 95% of clients praising their professionalism, creativity, and project management. Clients frequently highlight the team's patience and ability to transform ideas into effective visual concepts, with 80% specifically noting their excellent communication and organizational skills.
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Ingenious Hub, a graphic design company, is based in Jaipur, India. Founded in 2015, the team specializes in Graphic Design and Advertising.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, India
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See all 1 projectsMarketing Solutions, not just a great design Since our foundation in 1998, our goal has been to co-create success through experiential engagement between the client and us. We believe, Creative,
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Glass sticker BD is an Advertising company. Launched in 2006, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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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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$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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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?
- 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.