Best Chicago Experiential Marketing Agencies

12 Companies - Rankings updated: April 01, 2026

We evaluate every agency on DesignRush according to expertise credentials and client satisfaction ratings. Some placements are sponsored.

United States × Illinois × Chicago ×

Searchbloom
Top Rated SEO Agency by Forbes, USA Today, Backlinko, & Search Engine Land
Searchbloom is an award-winning, performance-driven digital marketing firm specializing in SEO, PPC, and CRO. We build custom strategies around business models and margins, execute under one roof, and stay accountable to measurable revenue focused results for mid market and enterprise brands. [... see all Searchbloom reviews ]
Top Services:
Advertising
Digital Marketing
SEO
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
9 Projects Listed
Searchbloom Services
SEO
PPC
CRO
eCommerce
Content Marketing
Advertising
Digital Marketing
Media Buying
eCommerce Development
Web Development
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Clients and Projects
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PPC Project for eCommerce Company 161% Increase in Revenue
SEO Project for eCommerce Company 2500% Increase in Keywords Ranking in Top 3 Positions
SEO Project for Home & Garden Company 135% Increase in Page One Rankings
PPC Project 270% Increase in Ad Conversions
SEO Project for eCommerce Company 741% Increase in Revenue
SEO Project for eCommerce Company 1791% Increase in Total Ranking Keywords
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Searchbloom Reviews & Testimonials
Sacha Awwa Founder at SAMG Marketing
5.0★
SEO Review from Sacha Awwa
Outstanding SEO Partner They Deliver Every TimeSearch Bloom is hands down the best SEO company I've worked with. What sets them apart is their commitment to actually delivering on what they promise something that's honestly rare in this industry.The team consistently extends themselves to push through challenges and get results. I've worked with them to support my clients' needs, and they've been nothing short of amazing on all fronts. Their level of trust and reliability is exactly what you want in a strategic partner.If you're looking for an SEO company that won't just talk the talk but will actually deliver, Search Bloom is it. Highly recommend them without reservation.
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Clayton Johnson Director of Licensing and Publishing at Musicnotes
5.0★
Advertising Review from Clayton Johnson
Searchbloom managed our SEO and Paid Search Advertising channels with much success. They are deeply knowledgeable and professional. They can explain why they make the choices they do and provide a clear strategic vision for how to grow our brand in a challenging environment.
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Anonymous CMO at Food Manufacturing Company
5.0★
SEO Review from Anonymous
Our traffic has increased and our keyword positions have improved to the point where we’re ranking on page one. We know SEO is a long-term effort, but we’re happy with the results so far. What stands out most about Searchbloom is their transparency and integrity.
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Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile
Nordstrom
Bill.com
1800 contacts
Idera, Inc.
Divvy
Wh Law
Schwartzapfel Lawyers
Goedeker's
Suse
DeWils
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5.0 5.0 (50)
4.9 4.9 (79)
SmartSites
Think Web. Think Smart. Partner With the #1 Rated Digital Marketing Agency.
Outsmart the competition with best-in-class digital marketing services. With over 1,000 5-star reviews online, SmartSites is America #1 rated digital marketing agency. Call (201) 870 6000 for a free consultation. Get more traffic. Acquire more customers. Sell more stuff. SmartSites works for you. [... see all SmartSites reviews ]
Top Services:
Advertising
Digital Services
PPC
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
SmartSites Services
Digital Marketing
SEO
PPC
Social Media Marketing
Email Marketing
Web Design
Web Development
Advertising
eCommerce
Digital Services
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Clients and Projects
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Digital Marketing Project for Home & Garden Company A-Absolute Plumbing
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SmartSites Reviews & Testimonials
Paloma Anguiano Content Manager at JP Pierre, LLC.
5.0★
Digital Services Review from Paloma Anguiano
Overall I feel very confident working with Patrizia and Darius from Smart Site, they have given us clear explanations and accompanied us throughout the process for the growth of the brand. The attention to us is very fast and they advise us in an adequate way.
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Brianna Porter Chief Operating Officer at The Ryan Law Group
5.0★
Digital Services Review from Brianna Porter
SmartSites impressed me from day one. They are knowledgable, kind, and most importantly keep things simple and streamlined so that even an SEO-newb like me can understand. Tiffany and Luna are my main points of contact and they are especially great! I would recommend to anyone looking for an agency to really take their website and digital presence to the next level.
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Jim Curry Owner at Royale Coffee Co.
5.0★
PPC Review from Jim Curry
At first, a survey was conducted to gather company background, product information, target markets, etc. Next, accounts were established on various Google Business platforms, social media, etc. Then SmartSites created the ads and campaigns, and we were off and running in just a few weeks.
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A&A Thermal Spray
AGA Truck Parts
Agape Health and Wellness
Agile Data Sites
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5.0 5.0 (270)
4.9 4.9 (855)
HigherVisibility
5-Time SEO Agency of the Year. [Named 2024 SEO Agency of the Year by Search Engine Land]
HigherVisibility is a digital marketing agency that helps businesses grow through SEO, Paid Search, Paid Social, CRO, and Web Development. We work with a wide range of clients, from small and mid-sized businesses to franchises and multi-location enterprises, delivering strategies that drive results. [... see all HigherVisibility reviews ]
Top Services:
Advertising
Digital Marketing
SEO
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
HigherVisibility Services
SEO
Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
PPC
Advertising
Email Marketing
eCommerce
CRO
Web Development
Web Design
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Clients and Projects
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Digital Marketing Project for Construction Company Restoration Roofing
Digital Marketing Project for Fashion Company Allure Bridals
Digital Marketing Project for Transportation & Logistics Company SMARTOX Portable Storage & Moving
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HigherVisibility Reviews & Testimonials
Michael Brumleve CEO at Brumleve Industries
5.0★
SEO Review from Michael Brumleve
We have used HigherVisibility now going on 3 years. Our SEO rankings and eCommerce sales have been fantastic over that time span. More than I could [have] anticipated. This team knows what they are doing in the complex SEO and PPC world and are a huge asset to us. 3 years ago, we had basically 0 online presence. Now, we are consistently ranking #1 on Google for our best-selling products. (Verified via email)
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Jason Lewin CMO at American Paper Optics
5.0★
SEO Review from Jason Lewin
Have been working with [HigherVisibility] for years, and the quality of their work just keeps getting better. Always there when you need them. Would definitely recommend! (Verified via email)
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Ed Stephens III Pastor at Golden Gate Cathedral
5.0★
Digital Marketing Review from Ed Stephens III
HigherVisibility provided solutions to our problems. They are reliable and effective. We love working with Gracie. You can’t beat stellar customer service.
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Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile
Caliber Collision
BBQGuys
Warner Bros
Ebay
Orangetheory Fitness
Hotworx
Ziebart
Allied Van Lines
Newegg
Fitness 19
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4.9 4.9 (19)
4.4 4.4 (154)

Design In DC
A Digital Agency For The Future
We create fully customized, scalable, easy-to-manage websites and apps with a creative twist. Everything we build for you at Design in DC is made with the future in mind. We are a full-service creative agency with a global and local mindset. [... see all Design In DC reviews ]
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$160/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
11 Projects Listed
Design In DC Services
Web Development
Web Design
UI/UX Design
Video Production
Logo Design
Graphic Design
Digital Marketing
Digital Services
Advertising
Product Design
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Design In DC Reviews & Testimonials
Mackenzie Shriner Owner at Distinctive Deck Designs
4.8★
Web Design Review from Mackenzie Shriner
I contracted design in DC to build me a custom website. they were accommodating of my budget, very responsive, and gave good insight on layout, content and design. the process was very straightforward and the final product is great!
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Jo Maney Principal at BGR Group
5.0★
Web Design Review from Jo Maney
DDC has been an excellent partner since we engaged with them in 2023. The DDC team worked with us to completely redesign our website and work to provide ongoing digital marketing services. The DDC team has been responsive, proactive, and thorough with their work. They are also very transparent about how they operate and how much time special projects will require. We have referred DDC to several clients and partners thanks to their outstanding process and product. DDC is a very professional, creative, and well-organized team.
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Sapna Doshi, Ph.D. Owner at Mind Body Health LLC
5.0★
Web Design Review from Sapna Doshi, Ph.D.
My experience working with Design in DC was incredible. Everyone was friendly, approachable, and seemed to genuinely care about helping create the best possible website for my business. They were also invested in making sure the process was one in which I enjoyed and felt taken care of. The regular meetings made me feel like I was a priority and that progress was continually being made. I so appreciated the attention to detail in regards to the user experience. The collaboration in understanding my wishes and desires for the website and user experience was met with patience and paying attention to detail on my behalf. Not only were they taking my suggestions but offering their own to help me maximize the potential of my website. The design and functionality is more than what I could have imagined. I know, undoubtedly, that the work that Design in DC did for me will help my business grow. After wasting money in years past on website designers, I was worried I'd be doing hte same here. I was wrong. I don't think I'll ever need to search for another website designer group again. I would recommend this group to anyone I know. Thank you, Design in DC! It was an absolute pleasure working with all of you!
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Consumer Bankers Association
Examit
Summit Ridge Energy
JFL Consulting
Lateenz
Solar Landscape
Warfel Construction
CiviClick
Priovant Therapeutics
Hilton
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4.8 4.8 (10)
5.0 5.0 (58)
NEXT/NOW™
A leading name in the VR industry
NEXT/NOW is a privately owned company that has been revolutionizing the virtual reality (VR) industry by creating immersive experiences that transport users to extraordinary realms. With their state-of-the-art VR solutions, they have taken people to futuristic settings, virtual race track pits, and serene [... see all NEXT/NOW™ reviews ]
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$50,000 & Up
Portfolios Count
7 Projects Listed
NEXT/NOW™ Services
VR/AR
Software Development
IoT
Video Production
Advertising
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NEXT/NOW™ Reviews & Testimonials
Eric J Nesser Manager, Creative Technology at The Designory (an Omnicom agency) • http://www.designory.com • EG+ • https://www.egplusww.com/
5.0★
VR/AR Review from Eric J Nesser
Next/Now helped realize our ambituous mixed reality vision for educating automotive consumers about safety features, driving assistance, and parking assistance with holographic imagery that can be deployed in real world space. We were able to engage consumers on the field without any special equipment besides modern phones and tablets. I would definitely recommend Next/Now to other agencies, as they bulldozed project obstacles, put a lot of love into details, and made our CG really stand out.
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Dave Pasciuto Review from Google
5.0★
Dave Pasciuto's Review Sourced from Google
Charlie and the people at Next/Now are really great! They were very accommodating at our Event. The space is very nice and have the coolest job designing AR/VR experiences.
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Kristen Youngman Review from Google
5.0★
Kristen Youngman's Review Sourced from Google
Next/Now is Chicago's hidden gem. I couldn't believe my good fortune when I found them. Well versed in creating just about every interactive experience you can think of, they bring to life virtual reality, augmented reality, gesture control, projection mapping and interactive videos walls to life. In a world that constantly seeks to avoid advertising and many branded messages, Next/Now consistently produces brand experiences that people actually flock to. This is what drew me to them after 10 years of traditional advertising. Their nimble, strategic teams produce quality content and share-worthy moments. If you'd like to stop living in the 80s and move into the future of brand and content creation, call on Next/Now.
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Intel
McDonald's
Nissan
Mazda
The NBA
LG
BP
Goodyear
Ogilvy
Weber Shandwick
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4.3 4.3 (1)
4.9 4.9 (31)
Carbon3Sixty, Inc
We Transform Businesses into Brands
Carbon3Sixty is a WBE-certified graphic design and marketing agency. We are passionate about transforming businesses into brands. We do this by unifying and strengthening your brand promise at every touchpoint. Consistency builds brand equity and increases win rates, trust, and market share. [... view Carbon3Sixty, Inc profile ]
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$125/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
2 Projects Listed
Carbon3Sixty, Inc Services
Print Design
Graphic Design
Creative Services
Branding
Design Services
Package Design
Logo Design
Digital Marketing
Advertising
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Whitney Medical Solutions
IL Public Higher Education Cooperative (IPHEC)
Rogers Leadership Group
BTI
Cantel
Evolution Point
Clariant Creative
Ardito Enterprises
GAIM
Beltone
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SGK
Simplifying Marketing While Amplifying Your Brand
SGK is a world-renowned provider of packaging and brand experience solutions. As an industry leader, we work to deliver value-added experiences with each interaction. [... view SGK profile ]
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
1000 & Up
Average Hourly Rate
$149/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
SGK Services
Branding
Package Design
Advertising
Digital Strategy
Creative Services
Digital Marketing
eCommerce
Email Marketing
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Amazon
Danone
Merck
Bayer
P&G
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Shay Smith Designs
Helping Small Businesses Shine with Unforgettable Designs.
Shay Smith Designs helps small businesses and entrepreneurs bring their creative visions to life through bold branding, strategic design, and engaging visuals. [... view Shay Smith Designs profile ]
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$75/hr
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
Shay Smith Designs Services
Design Services
Branding
Graphic Design
Logo Design
Creative Services
Print Design
Digital Strategy
Social Media Marketing
Content Marketing
Advertising
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Clients and Projects
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Social Media Marketing Project for Media & Communications Company Announcements
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Diversity in Cannes
The Comfort Mama
Green Queen Bookkeeping
Latoya E. Dobson
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TERAMOK
Branding Is a Feeling.
TERAMOK LLC comes for Europe to change the marketing & branding industry in USA. We are providing high value marketing using custom production on cinema level. TERAMOK LLC has an expertise in Real Estate Development and Hospitality industry with 7+ years of experience. [... view TERAMOK profile ]
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$200/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
TERAMOK Services
Advertising
Video Production
Graphic Design
Branding
Reputation Management
Creative Services
Audio Production
SEO
Digital Marketing
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Advertising Project for Real Estate Company RE Branding
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MIA Developments
Morshedy Group
Aristides Dallas Architecture
TAMA Chicago
Mart Construction
Yperia Properties
Tiege Hanley
Macrame
Dimas Dolar
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Bada Bing Productions
We create cinematic experiences that drive lasting results.
The highest praise we've ever received? These are the guys you actually want to hang out with on set. No egos, no drama. Were about telling awesome stories with awesome people. So, whether you're looking for a killer video, a memorable ad, or something entirely out of the box, we've got you covered from the [... view Bada Bing Productions profile ]
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Bada Bing Productions Services
Video Production
Audio Production
Video Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Advertising
Content Marketing
Creative Services
Branding
Graphic Design
Digital Services
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McDonald's
Smirnoff
Nespresso
JP Morgan Chase
HBO
The Walt Disney Company
Siemens
Nicor Gas
United Airlines
KPMG International
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All Terrain
Elevating Brands Through Experiential Impact
All Terrain is an experiential marketing agency that helps brands connect meaningfully with consumers through innovative and disruptive campaigns. By designing people-centered, digitally integrated experiences, the agency drives brand relevance and measurable growth. With a focus on creating memorable events [... view All Terrain profile ]
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$50,000 & Up
All Terrain Services
Event Marketing
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All Terrain Reviews & Testimonials
Noor Boyle Review from Google
5.0★
Noor Boyle's Review Sourced from Google
We had the pleasure of working with All Terrain this past year on two of our most important brand-building events—The International Builders’ Show and the inaugural James Hardie Pro Football Hall of Fame Invitational—and they nailed it.From start to finish, the All Terrain team brought creative, out-of-the-box thinking paired with exceptional project and account management. They were collaborative, organized, fun to work with, and always resourceful—no matter the challenge.Together, we created immersive, memorable experiences that elevated our brand in front of key audiences. We truly felt like they were an extension of our team—and we’re already looking forward to working together again.Highly recommend All Terrain to any brand looking for bold ideas and phenomenal execution.
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Melanie DiPuma Review from Google
5.0★
Melanie DiPuma's Review Sourced from Google
5 star team, 5 star support. I have worked with a TON of agencies, and All Terrain really brings it to the next level. They are innovative and constantly evolving with the market demand. It is such a weight lifted when you know your agency will think of everything necessary and even have Plan B and Plan C as back up. I cant recommend All Terrain enough and can't wait to partner with them on future initiatives. HUGE thank you to the whole AT team for making our event SUCH a success that continues to be praised constantly!
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Joe Rovner Review from Google
5.0★
Joe Rovner's Review Sourced from Google
I had an excellent experience working with this team in the Detroit and Chicago markets. It was fun and professional, they treated their staff with respect and appreciation and the activation was very well received! I would work with them anytime!
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airbnb
PespiCo
GUINNESS
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5.0 5.0 (43)
Kelly Scott Madison
Business Growth Through Media Speed, Innovation, and Excellence.
KSM Media is a cutting-edge, independent media agency that excels at driving business growth by blending speed, innovation, and performance. With offices in Chicago and Austin, KSM Media offers agile, impactful solutions to the complexities of the ever-evolving media landscape. [... view Kelly Scott Madison profile ]
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Kelly Scott Madison Services
Video Marketing
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NorthShore University HealthSystem
Tito's Handmade Vodka
Citizens Equity First Credit Union (CEFCU)
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4.7 4.7 (3)

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