Top Youtube Influencer Marketing Companies in the United States
From Los Angeles’ creator economy and entertainment networks to New York City’s media hubs, Austin’s DTC startup scene, and San Francisco’s tech brands, the United States is home to leading YouTube influencer marketing agencies. The right partner connects your brand with the right creators, manages FTC-compliant disclosures, and turns views into measurable business outcomes.
Clutch helps you shortlist trusted U.S. firms with verified reviews, portfolio evidence, and transparent pricing. Use filters to refine by budget, location, industry, platform expertise (YouTube), and campaign goals. Start with national leaders or drill down into city and industry specialists.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsVDALO provides comprehensive digital marketing services, including Social Media Marketing, PPC Management, and website management for e-commerce. Their clients consistently highlight effective project management, timely delivery, and significant improvements in website sales and traffic, indicating strong proficiency in online branding and social media management.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Great Neck Plaza, NY
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Liveblack is an UX design company. The team specializes in UX/UI Design and Search Engine Optimization and is located in Ahmedabad, India and Great Neck Plaza, New York.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Boston, MA
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Social media marketing agency Tier 11 specializes in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click. They were founded in 2008.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerMcCordsville, IN
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Castlekey, a web design agency, was launched in 2020. The agency focuses on Web Design and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Washington, DC
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Pixelrasa is a branding company. The team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing and is based in Parramatta, Australia and Washington, District of Columbia.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New Haven, CT
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Response is an Advertising company. Launched in 2002, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding. The firm is based in New Haven, Connecticut.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Pleasanton, CA
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Purple Cow Agency, a social media marketing firm, is located in Pleasanton, California and Cebu City, Philippines. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Miami Beach, FL
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SLI Studios is a small social media marketing company located in Miami Beach, Florida. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Salt Lake City, UT
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Elle Marketing And Events, a branding firm, is in Salt Lake City, Utah. Established in 2009, the team offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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Raving Fan, a small Advertising company, is located in Phoenix, Arizona. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Appleton, WI
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Hotfire Creative is an Advertising company founded in 2021. The company focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Maricopa, AZ
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The Wizard Marketing, a Digital Strategy company, is based in Maricopa, Arizona and Algonquin, Illinois. They specialize in Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2019.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Madison, MS
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Frost Creative LLC is a branding agency. Established in 2014, the firm specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Lauderdale, FL
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SFL Media is an Advertising company established in 2014. The team specializes in Advertising and Social Media Marketing and is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Charleston, SC
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See all 1 projectsCharleston Digital Marketing, LLC specializes in website development, logo design, copy production, SEO optimization, and backend analytics. Clients consistently praise the firm for its professional and timely service, high-quality deliverables, and alignment with customer values and budget. The company is noted for delivering projects ahead of schedule without compromising quality.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Carrollton, TX
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Markimist is a Dhaka, Bangladesh-based SEO company. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Downey, CA
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Midsize Advertising company Float Media House, is in Downey, California. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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UxSquare is a branding agency. The small New Delhi, India-based team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing. The firm was established in 2020.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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Marketing Strategy company FlowSocialHQ specializes in Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing. They are located in Houston, Texas.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Sudbury, MA
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See all 1 projectsRed Javelin Communications, Inc. - Out of Business was a messaging and branding company that provided comprehensive brand and messaging strategies, including full web copy. Reviewers highlight their exceptional process blending creativity with strategic insight, with 100% positive feedback emphasizing their effectiveness and understanding of client needs. No areas for improvement were noted.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Austin, TX
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Launch Commerce is a branding company. Founded in 1997, the team focuses on Branding and Email Marketing. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Miami Beach, FL
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Latin Made is a social media marketing firm. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing and were launched in 2021. The agency is in Miami Beach, Florida.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Coeur d'Alene, ID
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Digital Strategy company MakeSimple Marketing provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. They were launched in 2023.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Dallas, TX
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EnergyCore Solutions LLC is a social media marketing firm founded in 2025. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Lincoln, CA
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Video Marketing Vault is a social media marketing company. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing, and the firm is based in Lincoln, California.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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See all 35 projectsViha Digital Commerce is a web development company specializing in eCommerce solutions, with services including Shopify redesigns, Magento upgrades, and custom integrations. Feedback from reviews is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% noting timely delivery and professionalism. Clients frequently commend their cost-effective solutions, comprehensive service offerings, and exceptional communication, with 87% highlighting these attributes specifically.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Sheridan, WY
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EverestX is a small pay per click company founded in 2022. Their team specializes in Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerLas Vegas, NV
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Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, Manzanita Marketing is a SEO agency. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49San Mateo, CA
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See all 3 projectsDigicorns Technologies is a versatile web development company specializing in website design and enhancing online presence, as evidenced by their successful projects across diverse industries. They receive predominantly positive feedback, with clients appreciating their attentive project management and ability to meet expectations, as reflected in 100% of reviews mentioning their strong understanding of client needs and efficiency.
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$75,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Cupertino, CA
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Branding firm Reactionpower was established in 2011. The small team provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49West Chester, PA
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Indian SEO Agency is a Noida, India-based SEO services firm. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Admosis Media Group is a Marketing Strategy company. They were founded in 2023, and their services include Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49San Jose, CA
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DigitCraft is a social media marketing firm. They are headquartered in San Jose, California and Karachi, Pakistan, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Honolulu, HI
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TAMKO X is a social media marketing agency. They provide Social Media Marketing and Translation and were founded in 2023.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Palm Coast, FL
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Shamrock Marketing Solutions is a SEO agency. Their small team is headquartered in Palm Coast, Florida. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Make One Agency is a social media marketing firm. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Advertising and is in Los Angeles, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jonesboro, AR
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Simple Spark, an Advertising company, was launched in 2016. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding and is in Jonesboro, Arkansas.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Pittsburgh, PA
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AEK Solutions, a social media marketing company, was launched in 2020. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMedford, NJ
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SEO services firm Esquire Digital provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design. They were established in 2024.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Access Sports Media is a Sports Marketing company. Their small team is based in New York, New York and offers Sports Marketing and Advertising. The agency was founded in 2012.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Grand Rapids, MI
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Amplify Marketing Services is a small Marketing Strategy company. Founded in 2019, the team offers Marketing Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Louisville, KY
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Sales Outsourcing company Traffick Digital Medi is located in Louisville, Kentucky. They offer Sales Outsourcing and Social Media Marketing and were launched in 2019.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Sheridan, WY
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5Scape Studio LLC is a Sheridan, Wyoming-based social media marketing agency. They provide Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and were founded in 2022.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Sheridan, WY
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See all 2 projectsOKAD Agency is a creative studio helping B2B and B2C brands stand out, communicate clearly, and stay memorable. We specialize in web design, branding, content creation, and lead generation, blending
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hrFreelancerHope, MI
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Established in 2019, Alison Clare Philanthropy is a Business Consulting company. The team provides Business Consulting and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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The Coronation Group is a social media marketing firm. The team is in Brooklyn, New York, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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OmniSpark is a social media marketing company. The Los Angeles, California-based agency was established in 2022. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Affiliate Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Secaucus, NJ
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Open Sales LLC is a SEO agency. They were established in 2023 and provide Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerFort Collins, CO
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DGC Digital, a social media marketing company, is located in Fort Collins, Colorado. Launched in 2022, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Coral Springs, FL
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Absolute Marketing, a social media marketing company, was launched in 2012. They focuses on Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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List of the Top 15 United States Youtube Influencer Marketing Services
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chattanooga, TN
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Staten Island, NY
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Pearland, TX
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38.5/40.020/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Pleasant Grove, UT
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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39.6/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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32.9/40.016.4/20 Reviews6.9/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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33.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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37.5/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woodmere, NY
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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
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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37.2/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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34/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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34.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 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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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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36.2/40.018.6/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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35.3/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Alexandria, VA
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36.5/40.020/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49West Chester, PA
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37.3/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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32.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Washington, DC
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35.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Bellevue, WA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Phoenix, AZ
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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35.7/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
15% Social Media Marketing25% YouTube Influencer Marketing85% Other
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United States YouTube Influencer Marketing FAQs
U.S.-based agencies bring creator relationships in key markets (LA, NYC, Miami, Austin), on-the-ground production support, and fluency with American cultural cues, holidays, and retail cycles. That context helps brands localize messaging, negotiate fair creator rates, and move quickly on trend-driven content without sacrificing quality.
They also understand U.S. compliance and brand-safety requirements, including FTC endorsement guidelines, disclosures, COPPA considerations for child-directed content, and platform policies. If your sales, legal, and analytics teams are U.S.-based, shared time zones and work norms can streamline approvals, reporting, and optimization.
Budgets vary thanks to factors like industry, creator tier, scope, and paid amplification. On Clutch, typical ranges go:
- Monthly retainers: $5,000 – $30,000+ for strategy, sourcing, production, and reporting
- Campaigns: $25,000 – $250,000+ for multi-creator launches or ongoing ambassador programs
- Creator fees: Micro creators can start at $500 – $2,500 per video; mid-tier often run $5,000 – $25,000; top creators can command $50,000 – $250,000+
- Add-ons: Whitelisting/paid social boosting, usage rights, exclusivity, and video production increase costs
Ask agencies to itemize creator fees vs. service fees and outline how they forecast views, watch time, CTR, and CPA so you can benchmark ROI before launch.
- Consumer tech and electronics — launches, reviews, and tutorials
- Gaming and entertainment — gameplay integrations, live streams, events
- Beauty and personal care — product demos, GRWM, and routine content
- Food and beverage/CPG — recipe content, unboxings, seasonal promos
- Fashion and lifestyle — hauls, lookbooks, brand storytelling
- SaaS and B2B — product explainers, thought leadership, webinars
- Education/edtech — study content, test prep, career skills
- Health and wellness — evidence-backed content with clear disclosures
Regional strengths matter. LA excels at beauty and entertainment; NYC at media and fashion; Austin and Atlanta at DTC and culture; SF Bay Area at tech and SaaS.
- Define project requirements and goals — brand lift, subscriber growth, sales, or UGC at scale
- Align KPIs — views, watch time, VTR, CTR, CPA/CAC, and attributable revenue
- Check creator sourcing — vet how they validate audience demographics, authenticity, and brand safety
- Review production chops — thumbnails, hooks, scripting, and editing optimized for YouTube’s algorithm
- Ask about measurement — incrementality testing, affiliate tracking, and MMM/MTA compatibility
- Clarify rights — usage terms, whitelisting, exclusivity, and content repurposing
- Validate operations — contracting, FTC disclosure guidance, and payment workflows
Request case studies with transparent metrics and references in your industry or adjacent categories. Browse through Clutch’s resources and directories to find dedicated agencies for your project.
- Guaranteed views, virality, or sales without paid support or testing
- No audience authenticity checks (fake followers/engagement)
- Weak disclosure/brand-safety process (FTC noncompliance, sensitive content gaps)
- One-size-fits-all creator lists or limited platform expertise beyond Instagram/TikTok
- No post-campaign reporting or only vanity metrics without business impact
- Unclear rights/exclusivity terms or hidden fees for usage and whitelisting
- Limited understanding of YouTube SEO (titles, descriptions, tags, chapters) and retention tactics
Spotting these red flags early is vital to ensuring smooth collaboration and workflow. The U.S. is home to trusted firms, so there’s no need to worry about running out of options.