Top Sydney Digital Marketing Agencies
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves Sydney, AustraliaServices provided
See all 79 projectsfarsiight is a digital marketing agency specializing in Google Ads, social media advertising, SEO, and performance marketing. The company is highly praised for its professionalism, responsiveness, and data-driven strategies, with 100% of reviewers expressing satisfaction with their services. Many clients highlight farsiight's proactive communication and ability to deliver measurable results, such as increased revenue and improved customer acquisition metrics, as core strengths.
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Serves Sydney, AustraliaServices provided
See all 97 projectsNinja Promo is a digital marketing agency specializing in mobile app marketing, social media management, SEO, and advertising campaigns. Their clients frequently commend them for strategic execution, adaptability, and effective communication, with approximately 90% of reviews highlighting positive outcomes such as increased engagement and improved lead quality. However, one review details a negative experience, citing challenges with communication and service delivery.
$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Sydney, AustraliaServices provided
See all 10 projectsLuminary is a digital agency specializing in web development, UX design, and CMS integration. The company consistently receives positive feedback, with over 95% of reviews highlighting their expertise, reliability, and strong team culture. Clients commend Luminary for their impressive project management, proactive communication, and ability to align with client values, resulting in successful, on-time project deliveries and enhanced digital presences.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Caringbah, Australia
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Vonnimedia is a social media marketing firm. They provide Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and are headquartered in Caringbah, Australia.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9North Sydney, Australia
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Tradies Go is a SEO agency. Established in 2011, the company is headquartered in North Sydney, Australia. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Sydney, AustraliaServices provided
See all 21 projectsHuman Digital is a versatile digital marketing and design agency offering services in advertising, web design, and brand development. The company consistently receives positive feedback for its flexibility, responsiveness, and expert project management. Approximately 98% of reviewers highlight their strong cultural alignment and impressive results, with no significant areas for improvement noted. Their ability to deliver high-quality work across various industries is frequently praised.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Serves Sydney, AustraliaServices provided
See all 29 projectse intelligence is a digital marketing and web development company, specializing in SEO, website design, and online marketing strategies. Reviews indicate a strong emphasis on effective communication, professional project management, and delivering projects on time and within budget. With approximately 85% of reviews highlighting their responsiveness and client satisfaction, e intelligence is praised for providing value for cost and aligning with client goals.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves Sydney, AustraliaServices provided
See all 22 projectsSIXGUN is a digital marketing agency specializing in SEO and Google Ads management. Reviews highlight their effective project management, excellent communication, and ability to deliver timely results. Clients consistently report increased leads and improved search rankings, with over 90% expressing satisfaction and noting the company's professionalism and friendly culture. SIXGUN's tailored strategies and detailed reporting are particularly praised.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Bondi Junction, Australia
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SEO agency Evolving Digital was launched in 2018. Headquartered in Bondi Junction, Australia, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9North Strathfield, Australia
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Boko Digital Solutions, a small Digital Strategy company, is based in North Strathfield, Australia. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chatswood, Australia
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E-Web Marketing is a small SEO services firm launched in 1998. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Surry Hills, Australia
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Located in Surry Hills, Australia, Create Studios is a SEO agency. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Surry Hills, Australia
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Fat Digital is a SEO agency and social media marketing firm established in 2000. The firm offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Surry Hills, Australia
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Eloquent - Digital Marketing Agency is a Content Marketing company established in 2016. Their services include Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Parramatta, Australia
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ShoutItOut is a social media marketing agency. Their small team is located in Parramatta, Australia. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Surry Hills, Australia
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Based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and London, England, One Avenue is a Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Surry Hills, Australia
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GDR Media Group, a web design company, offers Web Design and Advertising. The agency is in Surry Hills, Australia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249North Sydney, Australia
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Area Ten is a SEO company. The North Sydney, Australia-based company provides Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9North Sydney, Australia
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ClickedOn is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2014. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Sydney, Australia
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Havoc Digital is a SEO services firm launched in 2012. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Woolloomooloo, Australia
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Launched in 2020, Addicted 2 PPC is a pay per click agency. The firm specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Baulkham Hills, Australia
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Nicreated is a Baulkham Hills, Australia-based pay per click agency. They offer Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Surry Hills, Australia
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Pulse Agency is a pay per click company based in Surry Hills, Australia. They focus on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2011.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Surry Hills, Australia
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Realclicks is a small pay per click agency launched in 2012. Their services include Pay Per Click and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Prestons, Australia
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Netplanet Digital PTY LTD is a social media marketing agency launched in 2000. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Fairfield, Australia
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Located in Fairfield, Australia, Delta Marketing Hub is a small pay per click agency. The team offers Pay Per Click and Mobile & App Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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Castleford Media Pty Limited is a Content Marketing company launched in 2010. In Sydney, Australia and Melbourne, Australia, the team specializes in Content Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Surry Hills, Australia
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Established in 2014, Indago Digital is a PPC company. The company offers Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Surry Hills, Australia
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Red Dot Copywriting is a Content Marketing company. The team specializes in Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and the firm is in Surry Hills, Australia.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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Vulb Media is a branding firm. Located in Sydney, Australia, their team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Sydney, Australia
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Technical Content Links is a SEO company. They are based in Sydney, Australia and have small team. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Bella Vista, Australia
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PPC company RGC Advertising focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization. They were launched in 1998.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sydney, Australia
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Kamber is a Melbourne, Australia-based social media marketing firm. Established in 2013, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Kingsgrove, Australia
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Segments is a Kingsgrove, Australia-based social media marketing firm. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Canterbury, Australia
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CreatorFox is a social media marketing firm. They provide Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and are headquartered in Canterbury, Australia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Redfern, Australia
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Social media marketing firm SOMO Agency provides Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click. They are in Redfern, Australia and London, England.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Surry Hills, Australia
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Launched in 2016, Sinorbis is a SEO agency. The agency offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Rosebery, Australia
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Founded in 2015, Altitude Digital is a small Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Crows Nest, Australia
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Sea Salt Marketing is a PPC company. The Melbourne, Australia-based firm provides Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Baulkham Hills, Australia
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Sigma Infotech is a small web design company established in 2006. Their team provides Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Surry Hills, Australia
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Based in Surry Hills, Australia and Melbourne, Australia, Edge is a Content Marketing company. They offer Content Marketing and Direct Marketing and were founded in 2003.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Chippendale, Australia
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Social media marketing agency We The People focuses on Social Media Marketing and Advertising. They are in South Melbourne, Australia and Chippendale, Australia.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Barangaroo, Australia
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Medical Marketing Specialists is a SEO services firm. They are headquartered in Barangaroo, Australia, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Surry Hills, Australia
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In Surry Hills, Australia, Yoghurt Digital is a SEO services firm. Established in 2014, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49North Parramatta, Australia
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Social Wave, a small SEO services firm, is based in North Parramatta, Australia. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Video Production.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chifley, Australia
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Konnect Digital is a Content Marketing company established in 2011. The team offers Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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See all 1 projectsWe provide tailored solutions to help you make the most of your online presence, from custom websites to the right online marketing campaign for your business. Our approach begins by gaining a
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Digital Minds, a small Advertising company, is located in North Sydney, Australia. Their services include Advertising and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Chullora, Australia
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See all 1 projectsDetoXfi offers services including lead generation, brand awareness, search engine optimization, online advertisement, and various content creation strategies. Reviews highlight their responsiveness, timely delivery, and deep understanding of client businesses, resulting in significant improvements in traffic, lead generation, and ROI. Clients appreciate their innovative approach and consistent monitoring, though some noted the high costs associated with lead generation campaigns.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Bondi Junction, Australia
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AdVice is a social media marketing company and PPC company. The Bondi Junction, Australia-based team offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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Tussle Digital is a PPC agency. They are in Sydney, Australia and New Delhi, India and have small team of experts. Their services include Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy.
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49North Sydney, Australia
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See all 1 projectsFrom offline to all things digital, our aim is to maximise your marketing using the Multiplier effect! That is when you multiply a combination of data, ideas and passionate people you get BIG
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Macquarie Park, Australia
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Social media marketing firm Optweb Digital was established in 2020. The small team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Norwest, Australia
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Content Marketing company Results Digital Marketing is located in Norwest, Australia. Their services include Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Wentworth Point, Australia
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Antops Technologies Australia is a Wentworth Point, Australia-based social media marketing agency. They provide Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Wetherill Park, Australia
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Lets Go Digital is a social media marketing firm. Their small team of employees is headquartered in Wetherill Park, Australia. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine
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List of Best Digital Marketing Companies in Sydney
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Sydney, Australia
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Erskineville, Australia
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Surry Hills, Australia
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Crows Nest, Australia
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Sydney, Australia
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Sydney, Australia
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Surry Hills, Australia
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34.8/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49North Sydney, Australia
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Parramatta, Australia
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Crows Nest, Australia
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9North Sydney, Australia
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33.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Haymarket, Australia
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Balmain, Australia
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999Sydney, Australia
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Concord, Australia
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34.7/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Eveleigh, Australia
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31.8/40.016.6/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49North Sydney, Australia
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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32.3/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bondi Junction, Australia
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30.4/40.017.2/20 Reviews6.9/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Sydney, Australia
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32/40.015.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249North Sydney, Australia
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49North Sydney, Australia
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29.1/40.017.2/20 Reviews7.3/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chatswood, Australia
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32.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Haymarket, Australia
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Barangaroo, Australia
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33.6/40.016/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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29.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Sydney, Australia
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34.2/40.018.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Surry Hills, Australia
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29.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Top Digital Marketing Agencies in Sydney
Local agencies know the nuances of Australia’s consumer behaviour, media regulations, and slang (“arvo sales,” “Maccas,” etc.). They can:
- Leverage press relationships with outlets like the Sydney Morning Herald and AFR
- Optimise for Australia-specific SERP features (.com.au domains, local packs)
- Schedule social content in AEST to catch commuter peaks on the T3 and the Light Rail
- Meet face-to-face for agile sprints—helpful when refining creatives or data privacy compliance
For brands targeting ANZ or APAC, a Sydney partner offers time-zone alignment and cultural fluency that overseas firms may lack.
Pricing varies by scope and specialisation:
- Hourly rates: AUD $120–$250 for senior-level strategists; $80–$150 for executional roles
- Monthly retainers: AUD $4,000–$15,000 for integrated SEO + PPC + social packages
- Project-based fees: AUD $10k–$40k for website launches or multi-channel campaigns
Boutique agencies may offer starter retainers around AUD $2,500 for startups, while enterprise engagements can exceed AUD $50k per month. Always request a detailed statement of work outlining deliverables, KPIs, and reporting cadence.
Thanks to the city’s diverse economy, agencies commonly specialise in:
- Fintech & financial services (Macquarie, Afterpay)
- E-commerce and retail, especially fashion and lifestyle brands on Shopify
- Travel & hospitality supporting tourism to Bondi, Manly, and the Blue Mountains
- B2B SaaS clustered around the Tech Central precinct
- Healthcare and medtech are collaborating with institutions like the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Niche shops also focus on property, education, and sustainability, reflecting local market demand.
The first step is to define objectives, such as lead gen, D2C sales, brand lift, or something else.
- Shortlist firms with relevant case studies and industry certifications (Google Premier Partner, HubSpot Gold).
- Review Clutch profiles for verified client feedback on communication, ROI, and timelines.
- Ask about their in-house skill mix versus outsourced talent.
- Request a pilot or audit to gauge strategic thinking before signing a long-term contract.
Watch out for companies that showcase any of these possible red flags:
- Guaranteed rankings or overnight results. SEO and paid media require testing and iteration.
- Lack of transparency in ad spend or proprietary “black-box” tactics.
- No clear reporting framework (e.g., GA4, Data Studio) or unwillingness to share raw data.
- One-size-fits-all proposals that ignore Australian audience segments or regulatory guidelines (ACMA, GDPR-equivalent).
- High staff turnover, leading to account hand-offs every few months.