Top TikTok Influencer Marketing Agencies in the United States
From New York’s media scene and LA’s creator economy to Bay Area tech and Austin’s startup hubs, the United States is a powerhouse for TikTok influencer marketing. The right agency can turn short‑form video and creator partnerships into measurable growth—whether you’re driving TikTok Shop sales, building a UGC library, or scaling paid Spark Ads.
Clutch helps you find trusted partners through verified client reviews, in-depth case studies, and analyst-curated shortlists. Filter by budget, city, industry, platform specialization, or campaign type to compare agencies that match your goals and timelines.
Start by exploring top influencer partners nationwide, or narrow your search to leading U.S. hubs and regulated verticals:
• Top TikTok Influencer Marketing Companies
• TikTok Influencer Marketing Companies in Los Angeles
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Frisco, TX
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Elixirr Digital is a midsize social media marketing firm in Frisco, Texas and Colchester, England. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Rochester, NY
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CGI Digital, a social media marketing agency, was launched in 1988. The agency provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is midsize.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Denver, CO
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Denver Web Design Company is a social media marketing firm. They are in Denver, Colorado, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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See all 1 projectsOne Tap Media offers comprehensive advertising services, including pre-production planning, production, and post-production for film advertisements. The reviews highlight the company's strong creative vision, effective project management, and innovative approach. Clients appreciate their responsiveness, skilled team, and willingness to experiment with new ideas, resulting in well-received and impactful advertisements.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Las Vegas, NV
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Global Creative Services LLC is a social media marketing firm founded in 2022. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Branding and is in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Blackstone, VA
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BlueSteak - Amazon & eCommerce Solution Provider is a pay per click company. Their team is located in Blackstone, Virginia and focuses on Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Ballwin, MO
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Big Picture Media Group, an Advertising company, focuses on Advertising and Branding. The company is based in Ballwin, Missouri.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Columbia, MD
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Social media marketing agency Best Fit Digital is in Columbia, Maryland. They provide Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Covington, LA
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Headquartered in Covington, Louisiana, Avec Joie Marketing is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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E-commerce development company Anora.dev is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. The team provides E-Commerce Development and API Development.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Established in 2019, datashake is a midsize New York, New York-based PPC agency. Their team provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Irvington, NJ
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Zenrita Digital Solutions is a SEO company established in 2016. The firm focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Brooklyn, NY
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See all 1 projectsParamount Web Studios is recognized for providing comprehensive web design and ecommerce development services, including website design, responsive development, and SEO optimization. Client reviews highlight their exceptional ability to meet tight deadlines, enhance user engagement, and boost conversion rates, although there is a suggestion for more frequent communication updates throughout the project.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Spokane, WA
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20 Miles North Web Design is a SEO services firm. They are located in Spokane, Washington and have small team. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Fremont, CA
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Launched in 2023, My Care International is a call center. Their team offers Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Tallahassee, FL
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Apini Virtual is a social media marketing firm. The Tallahassee, Florida-based team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Greenville, SC
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See all 5 projectsMax DiNatale Digital Marketing is a digital marketing agency specializing in Social Media Marketing and Social Media Strategy. The company consistently delivers positive results, with 100% of reviews highlighting increased brand awareness and social media presence, as well as their creativity, professionalism, and fast communication. Clients commend their innovative approach and exceptional project management, resulting in significant business growth.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Launched in 2023, StartGrowScale.Ai is a small Digital Strategy company. Their team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sarasota, FL
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Advida is a small media planning and buying agency launched in 2010. Their team provides Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsAGI Tech Global is a New York-based digital agency built on real work ethic, long hours, and direct client collaboration. Since 2020, the company has served businesses across the US with a strong
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Raleigh, NC
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Social media marketing firm AudienceGenerator.io was established in 2022. The agency specializes in Social Media Marketing and Event Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Coral Gables, FL
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Blank Marketing is a small branding company founded in 2023. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Martinsburg, WV
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ULiveUSA, a small Content Marketing company, is located in Martinsburg, West Virginia. The team specializes in Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Jacksonville, FL
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See all 4 projectsPoint Taken Communications is a digital marketing firm specializing in media strategy and social media management. They receive consistently positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their ability to deliver results that exceed expectations. Clients commend their agility and strategic insight, with one review noting their proficiency in enhancing both media readiness and public engagement through effective communication strategies.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Fort Myers, FL
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Cohen Creative Designs is a branding agency. Established in 2013, the firm is in Fort Myers, Florida. Their team specializes in Branding and Public Relations.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Sacramento, CA
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InfiniSEO, a SEO company, is based in Sacramento, California. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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Launched in 2023, Be Seen Marketing is a small Houston, Texas-based SEO agency. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Burlington, VT
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Webwise Innoations is a social media marketing company established in 2019. The firm focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Seattle, WA
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Northwest Polite Society is a Seattle, Washington-based Commercial Printing company. Their services include Commercial Printing and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Nashville, TN
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See all 8 projectsLittle Red Writing, a digital marketing firm, specializes in social media management, content creation, and online branding. With a 100% satisfaction rate across six reviews, the company is praised for its strategic social media campaigns, timely deliverables, and strong alignment with client goals. Clients commend their adaptability and professionalism, while no areas for improvement have been reported.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Buffalo, NY
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See all 1 projectsSmarts Deal offers comprehensive technology solutions and consulting services tailored to enhance businesses' digital presence. The reviews highlight their exceptional ability to deliver visually captivating designs that align seamlessly with client objectives, alongside commendable project management and responsiveness. Clients appreciate their creativity and detail-oriented approach, although some suggest more proactive communication could further enhance collaboration.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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St Germain Creative is an Event Marketing company based in Miami, Florida. Launched in 2012, the team specializes in Event Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Clovis, CA
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See all 2 projectsKemet Publishing & Media Inc offers services focused on lead generation and conversion optimization. Overall, clients praise the company for their effective strategies that significantly increase business revenue and for their prompt and collaborative project management. Their personalized approach and alignment with client goals are frequently highlighted as unique strengths.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Elmhurst, IL
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JB Fam Solutions is a branding company. Their small team of employees is headquartered in Elmhurst, Illinois. Their team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Topanga, CA
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Scandal Co-Active is a public relations agency based in Topanga, California and Richmond, Vermont. Founded in 2013, the team specializes in Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Charlotte, NC
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Digital Kings Networking, LLC is a Charlotte, North Carolina-based social media marketing agency. They offer Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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DentalMax Solutions, an Advertising company, was founded in 2021. The firm specializes in Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Pixly, a social media marketing firm, is in Los Angeles, California and San Francisco, California. They offer Social Media Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing and were launched in 2017.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Sarasota, FL
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MakSchu Video Production is a small video production company founded in 2016. Their services include Video Production and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tulsa, OK
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Lewis SEO Tulsa, a SEO company, was founded in 2008. They specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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SEO agency Digi Aesthetics is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Founded in 2007, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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101Media, a Marketing Strategy company, focuses on Marketing Strategy and Event Marketing. The firm is in Dallas, Texas.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49St. Louis, MO
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Blazeworthy is a web design company based in St. Louis, Missouri. The team offers Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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See all 3 projectsBig League Publishers is a professional, full-service author development and publishing firm. We provide a unified system of ghostwriting, editorial refinement, book design, publishing setup,
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Glendale, CA
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See all 1 projectsSotena Business Solutions offers rebranding and web development services, focusing on digital excellence and strategic innovation. The reviews highlight their ability to enhance market positions and operational efficiency, with commendable project management and a client-oriented approach. Clients appreciate their commitment to aligning business efforts with meaningful purposes, though expanding strategic partnerships could further enhance their offerings.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Social media marketing company Bonnke Moon Digital Concept is headquartered in Los Angeles, California and Ondo, Nigeria. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Meridian, ID
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Talloo is a Digital Strategy company launched in 2015. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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CM Communications is a PR company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts and Boston, Massachusetts. They specialize in Public Relations and Social Media Marketing and were established in 1986.
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$250,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Minneapolis, MN
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Haberman, a Digital Strategy company, was established in 1994. The agency specializes in Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy, and is small.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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Green Leaf Publishers LLC is a San Francisco, California-based social media marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Affiliate Marketing.
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List of the Top 15 United States TikTok Influencer Marketing Companies
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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35.8/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Washington, DC
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Pearland, TX
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38.1/40.019.8/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Pleasant Grove, UT
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Beverly Hills, CA
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36.7/40.020/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Simsbury, CT
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36.5/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New Orleans, LA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Raleigh, NC
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$5,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Raleigh, NC
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35.3/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Iowa City, IA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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34.3/40.017.2/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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35.8/40.018.6/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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33.5/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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32.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woodmere, NY
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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39/40.020/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Social Media Marketing20% Tik Tok Influencer Marketing90% Other
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United States TikTok Influencer Marketing FAQs
U.S.-based agencies bring on-the-ground creator relationships, cultural fluency across diverse audiences, and real-time knowledge of trends that move fast on TikTok. Just as important, they navigate regulations and platform policies, including FTC endorsement guidelines, brand safety, and usage rights for Spark Ads and whitelisting.
If your focus is the U.S. market—or you need support across hubs like New York, Los Angeles, Austin, Miami, Chicago, and the Bay Area—a domestic team can align strategy, legal, shipping, and measurement with North American standards and retail calendars.
Budgets vary thanks to factors like scope, creator tier, and paid amplification. Based on Clutch’s recent pricing data, costs range:
- Monthly retainers (always-on programs): $7,500 – $40,000+
- Campaign projects (6–12 weeks): $25,000 – $250,000+
- Creator fees per video (ballparks):
- Micro (10k–100k followers): $200 – $2,000
- Mid-tier (100k–1M): $2,000 – $20,000
- Macro/celebrity (1M+): $20,000 – $200,000+
- Paid media (Spark Ads/whitelisting): $5,000 – $50,000+ per campaign
- Add-ons: content production, usage rights, exclusivity, affiliate setup, analytics
Ask agencies to break out creator spend vs. fees vs. media so you can compare apples to apples.
- Consumer brands: beauty, fashion, CPG, food and beverage, home goods, and pet care
- E-commerce/DTC and TikTok Shop enablement
- Technology and apps (gaming, productivity, wellness)
- Entertainment and sports
- Regulated sectors with stricter compliance: healthcare, finance, and alcohol (clear approval flows and disclosures required)
- B2B niches using UGC, creators-as-educators, and paid whitelisting to reach professional audiences
Look for category-specific proof points like GRWM conversions for beauty, recipe content for food, TikTok Shop GMV for DTC, or lift studies for apps and gaming.
- Define outcomes — brand lift, CAC/ROAS, TikTok Shop sales, UGC volume, or creator community building.
- Validate TikTok-native expertise — case studies with watch time, saves/shares, click-through, CPA, and incrementality, not just views.
- Ask about creator sourcing and safety — audience authenticity checks, fraud detection, and process for vetting brand fit.
- Clarify paid strategy — Spark Ads, whitelisting, creative testing, audience targeting, and media budgets.
- Nail down rights and compliance — FTC disclosures, usage windows, exclusivity, and contract terms for content and ads.
- Review workflow and tools — content calendars, approval SLAs, and platforms for creator management and analytics.
Shortlist partners that show test-and-learn rigor, transparent pricing, and clear measurement frameworks. Find leading teams on Clutch and filter the options to match with the ideal team for your needs.
- Guarantees of virality or follower growth
- No FTC disclosure plan or weak brand-safety controls
- One-size-fits-all pricing tied only to follower counts
- Thin reporting focused on vanity metrics without CPA, ROAS, or sales impact
- No plan for Spark Ads/whitelisting or unclear content usage rights
- Limited creator vetting, fake follower risks, or poor payment practices
- Minimal understanding of TikTok Shop, social commerce, or performance integrations
Be vigilant of red flags that can lead to headaches and issues in the future. It’s crucial to identify and avoid these warning signs as early as possible.