We selected the best-performing advertising agencies in Chicago that can help you increase your online sales through creative, comprehensive ad campaigns. Compare them by portfolios, reviews, awards, team size and more to find the right collaborator for your business.
Every agency on DesignRush meets evaluation criteria around expertise and client feedback to empower informed choices. Some listings include paid partnerships.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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eCommerce Review from Anonymous
Right after launching our campaigns with Disruptive, we saw results almost instantly. Our monthly revenue jumped from about $50,000 to over $70,000. Every key Google Ads metric improved, and by November, we were already nearing $550,000 in revenue, well on track to hit our $700,000 annual goal.
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PPC Review from Anonymous
We’ve been working with Disruptive on a long-term PPC strategy, and they’re constantly optimizing campaigns and landing pages based on performance. They use Google Analytics to ensure accurate tracking, Unbounce for landing page testing, and run ads through Google and LinkedIn, with knowledgeable experts for each channel.
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Digital Marketing Review from Jackie Arends
Disruptive Advertising is in charge of our online advertising, which includes PPC, social media marketing on Facebook, email marketing, and, more recently, Amazon marketing. They create content for the campaigns and manage them, create email templates, and automate [...] email marketing campaigns. Regarding our PPC efforts, we focus on Google Ads and Facebook Ads, and we recently started our Bing advertising efforts as well. Our ROAS is currently at about 4X5X. (Verified via email)
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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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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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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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PPC Review from Viet Nguyen
We've had a very positive experience working with HK Digital as our paid media partner. As an ecommerce business focused on sustainable growth and performance accountability, we value partners who combine strategic thinking with reliable execution and HK Digital has delivered on both.From the start, the team demonstrated strong organisation, clear communication, and a collaborative mindset. They took the time to understand our business goals, customer acquisition challenges, and revenue targets, then translated those into structured paid media strategies across our core channels.One of the biggest strengths of HK Digital is their ability to balance performance optimisation with long-term growth thinking. Reporting is clear, actionable, and focused on outcomes that matter to the business not just channel metrics. The team is proactive in identifying opportunities, testing new ideas, and refining campaigns based on data.Since working together, paid media has remained a major contributor to our ecommerce revenue, with campaigns consistently driving qualified traffic, supporting customer acquisition, and helping us scale efficiently. Their responsiveness and willingness to adapt quickly to business needs have made them feel like an extension of our internal team rather than an external agency.Compared to other agencies we've worked with, HK Digital stands out for professionalism, reliability, and a genuinely collaborative approach. They are solutions-oriented, dependable, and focused on delivering measurable impact.I would confidently recommend Travis and HK Digital to any ecommerce brand looking for a performance marketing partner that understands both the commercial realities of running a business and the technical execution required to grow it.
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Media Buying Review from Ben Cheema
HK Digital is a reliable and results-driven partner. The team is strategic, responsive, and easy to work with, consistently delivering strong performance and clear communication. Highly recommend them for anyone looking for a knowledgeable and accountable digital marketing agency.
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Performance Marketing Review from Carol Shih
We've partnered with HK Digital as a performance marketing partner and have referred business back and forth with full confidence. Travis Herndon is extremely knowledgeable, direct, and efficient the kind of partner who doesn't waste time, overpromise, or hide behind buzzwords.His customer service and response time are excellent, communication is clear and matter-of-fact, and most importantly, the results speak for themselves. Travis approaches performance with discipline and accountability, which is exactly what serious brands need.If you're looking for a straightforward, high-integrity performance partner who delivers without the noise, HK Digital is a strong choice.
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Web Development Review from Robin Baradarian
As the owner of ExoClinic Spa, and a physician with more than 30 years of experience building medical practices and businesses, I can say unequivocally that working with Digital Silk has been an extraordinary experience and the best I have had with any web development company to date.From the very beginning, their team demonstrated a rare combination of professionalism, strategic intelligence, and genuine partnership. They took the time to truly understand our brand, our medical standards, and our long-term vision. This was not a transactional engagement; it was a collaborative process grounded in respect, insight, and excellence.Digital Silks communication was consistently clear, proactive, and reliable. Every recommendation was thoughtful and data-driven, and every step of the project was handled with precision and care. They seamlessly balanced sophisticated design with the credibility and trust required in a medical and wellness setting something very few firms manage to do well.The final product exceeded my expectations in every way. The website is elegant, intuitive, fast, and perfectly aligned with the level of care and innovation we deliver at ExoClinic Spa. Their attention to detail, project management, and internal coordination were exceptional.After three decades of working with countless vendors across industries, I can confidently say Digital Silk stands above all others. They are not just a web development company they are a true strategic partner. I trust them completely and recommend them without reservation.
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Web Design Review from Marissa Cossolini, MS, OTR/L, CAS
We truly cannot say enough great things about our experience with Digital Silk. From start to finish, every member of the team was phenomenal, professional, responsive, and incredibly informative throughout the entire process. Each stage of development was clearly outlined, well organized, and made us feel confident and supported every step of the way.Mariana and Jamie were especially amazing to work with. They took the time to understand our vision and goals, offered thoughtful guidance, and ultimately delivered a website that exceeded our original expectations. Their creativity, attention to detail, and commitment to getting everything just right truly set them apart.The collaboration felt seamless, communication was always clear, and the final product reflects the high level of expertise and care that went into building it. We are beyond thrilled with the end result and highly recommend their team to anyone looking to develop a professional, high-quality website.An outstanding experience from beginning to end! I also see a long time relationship with this team and company for any other future projects and work.
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Web Design Review from Danil R. Kasimov
I'm very satisfied with the work Digital Silk did for my website.Not only they built a modern, professional site that meets todays standards and search engine requirements, but their team was so professional, well organized, easy to work with, and always kept me updated through Zoom meetings, emails, and messages.They provided great suggestions and valuable insights, making the whole process smooth and stress-free. Excellent service from start to finish.Thanks a lot for all your help!
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Web Design Review from Anonymous
Great job! My wife and I liked both website design options you provided, but the first option was the clear winner! That's definitely the look I was going for on my new site!
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Everything looks great! I really appreciate all that you've done and I really like what you were able to put together for my new website.
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Thanks for the advice on how to gain more reviews on our GMB! The email template you sent over with our review link will be a huge help!
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PPC Review from Ashley Beghtol
In just six months, they helped us grow our monthly revenue from $163K to $620K and achieve $2.4M in total sales during that time.Even more impressive, they did this while bringing our TACOS down to 7.13%. Their strategic approach focused not only on optimizing paid campaigns but also on boosting organic visibility, allowing us to scale efficiently with just $44K in ad spenda 14x return on investment.What makes AGL stand out is their personalized approach. They didnt treat us like just another client; they really took the time to understand our brand, our goals, and our audience. Anytime we had concerns, they were quick to listen and adjust, making us feel like a valued partner throughout the entire process.The teams expertise in Amazon PPC, listing optimization, and creative strategies was instrumental in our success. They revamped our product listings with stunning infographics and data-driven optimizations, which significantly improved our click-through and conversion rates.AGL has exceeded all of our expectations, and were grateful for their dedication to our success. If youre looking for a partner to help take your Amazon business to the next level, we cant recommend them enough!
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eCommerce Review from Lucca Scafidi
Working with Amazon Growth Lab was quite beneficial for our company. The agency implemented a unique combination of AI-powered bid management and creative PPC strategies, significantly improving our ROAS. Its expertise made a significant difference in optimizing our campaigns. Additionally, Amazon Growth Lab resolved our long-standing brand registry issues and cleaned up hijacker listings that had been causing problems. The agency helped us regain control of our listings and brand representation. Its approach was efficient, data-driven, and highly effective. I highly recommend Amazon Growth Lab to anyone seeking a reliable Amazon marketing and branding partner.
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Amazon Review from Poornima Krishnamoorthi
I had an exceptional experience with Amazon Growth Lab as the agency helped us roll out 200 new product bundles on Amazon with flawless execution. The agency developed stunning creatives that perfectly aligned with our brand. Its listing optimization efforts resulted in an immediate impact, generating over a million dollars in non-branded search sales within a month. Amazon Growth Lab's responsive and strategic team delivered impressive results quickly while maintaining our standards of excellence, making it a professional marketing partner that balances creativity and performance.
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Amazon Review from Anonymous
Nuanced Media supplies ongoing digital marketing services to a board game seller. They're primarily assisting with Amazon DSP management. As a result of Nuanced Media's work, the client has been able to sell their products consistently on Amazon despite lots of uncertainty with the supply chain and logistics because of COVID-19. The team is communicative, organized, and possesses strong project management skills.
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Amazon Review from Anonymous
Overall, Nuanced Media's transparency in sharing their reports and proficiency stands out. While the collaboration has scaled down, the team continues to deliver quality results and quick responses to questions. The client's orders have grown every month since their partnership with The Nuanced Media team began. They advised changing the vendor account to a seller's account, uploaded major product lines, and now run PPC and DSP campaigns. The Nuanced Media team smoothed an Amazon account for a pump manufacturer.
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Nuanced Media handles all Amazon marketing spend and account optimization for a menopause-related supplement company, managing listings, PPC spending, reviews, branded content, and a book launch. The project has been immensely successful, delivering orders of magnitude higher ROI from advertising on Amazon than other platforms and contributing to a 4-month ramp-up to a $10 million run-rate. The Nuanced Media team is incredibly committed and proficiencyable about what they do.
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Branding Review from Randolph De Lano
DD.NYC® developed a website and branding campaign for a real estate investment fund. They were also tasked with creating collaterals for the client's branding efforts. DD.NYC® designed a quality website that exceeded the client's expectations. They completed tasks on time and even ahead of schedule at times. They also went above and beyond to ensure that the client understood the processes for each phase of the project.
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Web Design Review from Alexander Barnes
The timeliness, quality, and pricing from DigitalDesign.NYC aligned with the client's expectations. The client is highly pleased with the exceptional and distinctive work produced by DD.NYC®. It responds promptly to communication and feedback, ensuring superior deliverables and a robust project management experience. The team also appreciates agency's readiness to undertake the assignments. (Verified via email)
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Web Design Review from Andrew Fitzgerald
Great project all around!
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Web Design Review from Anonymous
Digital Ink redesigned a dance fitness studio’s website and also produced a marketing video to support its launch. Alongside this, they conducted market and competitor research and created custom email templates. The client, pleased with the outcome, noted that even though the site is newly launched, the quality of work has been excellent. The team communicated clearly, honoured deadlines, and fostered a collaborative environment that made the client feel fully involved in the project.
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Branding Review from Anonymous
An advertising company partnered with Digital Ink for branding, business consulting, and UI/UX design. The team developed user personas, carried out in-depth research, and built the website’s interface and experience. The client noted that Digital Ink’s customised approach and structured process made a real difference. Projects were delivered on schedule, communication was clear, and the team showed patience and understanding during review stages. Their thoroughness and ability to grasp the project’s complexities truly stood out.
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Branding Review from Anonymous
A SaaS mortgage company brought in Digital Ink to shape their brand strategy, which included designing a new logo, building a visual identity, and defining their overall vision. The client shared that the results surpassed expectations, highlighting the team’s creativity, talent, and supportive approach. Digital Ink provided clear guidance throughout the project, stayed on schedule, and remained responsive to feedback and ideas through consistent communication via email and virtual meetings.
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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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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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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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Creative Services Review from Andy Blevins
Social Driver provided branding services for the merger of two national LGBTQ military & veteran nonprofits. They incorporated insight from two boards to produce a name, logo, and branding package. The deliverables have all earned high praise, with the logo and overall brand being versatile and simple. All deadlines were met and communication was a highlight. Their smooth and streamlined process helped us pull everything under the same umbrella to have a united front. I highly recommend them!
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Social Media Marketing Review from David Sallee
Social Driver provided social media marketing workshops and advice for the departments on campus which were involved in social media marketing, such as alumni, athletics, and advancement.Their staff provided in-depth instruction for all appropriate staff and follow-up conversations to support their work.Social Driver has very strong technical skills. They also demonstrate a very high level of insight for applications of social media that go far beyond technical insights into human insights.
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Web Design Review from Eileen Kessler
My company worked with Social Driver to redesign the UX/IA for a national scientific organization's extensive research resource that was moving from print to online. There was a tight deadline to conceptualize a new user experience and create a framework that our client could review iteratively. Our client was very pleased with the results of the new interactive framework and design. This design was used for the build of the web site which began immediately upon completion. Highly recommend!
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Web Development Review from Amanda Kendrick
Adam and his team at Encite are absolutely exceptional in everything that they do. I know that I can reach out for anything at anytime and get an answer back right away. If ever there is something I want to change on our website, no matter how big or small, I know that Adam and his team will respond right away and make the changes with very little wait time. Not only are they great with site modifications, they also have saved the day on more than one occasion with graphics and other special projects. They really can help with just about anything and our company views them as one of our most valuable and utilized vendors. I would highly recommend Encite to anybody looking for help with Marketing and Websites.
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Media Buying Review from Abby Miller
We recently opened a retail store in Parker, Colorado. Since we are not native to Colorado, we were in need of a way to get our name out there. Adam and his team have gone beyond our expectations of what an ad agency would provide for our business. They helped us understand our brand, learned our priorities and continue to implement them into our marketing and advertising. We have an on-going relationship with Encite and look forward to what we can accomplish together in the future.
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Branding Review from Susan Settergren-Harman
My company has been working with Encite for close to 2 years. I am extremely impressed with their professionalism, prompt response time, expertise and creative solutions. I would recommend them to anyone looking to improve their marketing efforts. They have been amazing to work with!
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SEO Review from Julie Christensen
CGI has been so amazing to work with! They have made our farm rank high on all the google related searches! I truly believe that my little farms success has been due to CGI and all they have done for us! Ashlee has been so easy to work with. I highly recommend!
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Digital Marketing Review from Denise Lipe
Everyone at GCI made us feel very comfortable. They talk to you as a person. Working on our video has been an easy and enjoyable experience. We look forward to seeing some growth in our business due to the work with GCI.
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Digital Marketing Review from Julie Derusha
Great customer service and knowledge of their product. Extremely beneficial for me as a business owner looking for a team with excellent knowledge in social media and internet marketing. Very happy with the results I am seeing and now understanding.
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Web Design Review from Christopher Calarco, D.C.
Our company had an excellent experience partnering with Jeremy and the 97 Switch team on our website and SEO. The initial build was on a tight timeline that was kept, and after the sites completion we saw a significant increase in new business coming our way. More medical professionals learned about us and wanted to join our network, which was an amazing bonus of working with 97 Switch. We've committed to work with 97 Switch for the next several years given they have been crucial in guiding our plan for growth.
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Web Design Review from Justyna Chrupek
We hired them to build a new website. The website was quickly completed in just a couple months, and weve seen markedly positive results from 97 Switchs efforts. It's a new marketing feature that we use on a daily basis. The improved quality has facilitated our communication and made things much easier. Weve received great feedback from our vendors, investors, and customers who want to view our properties. Internally, our staff is excited to see what's going on in our company. We are definitely proud of our new platform. Our executive team is excited to be featured on the new website; previously, they didn't even want their picture shown. Before this redesign, we were almost embarrassed to send out the link. Now, we can comfortably share it with our investors, potential investors, and landlords so they keep track of our updates on a monthly basis. We love how this site presents the face of our company.
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Web Design Review from Adam Greenberg
We've seen tremendous growth and exposure. The website has generated a number of new leads and weve received tons of cold calls from potential clients. This is thanks to 97 Switchs efforts to increase our digital exposure. We communicate primarily via phone and email and theyre highly responsive. I receive a response to emails within minutes and they get back to me within half an hour if I request a phone call. They're able to conduct face-to-face interactions in order to truly understand the goals and business culture of their clients. This allowed them to create a design that accurately represented our brand. I've had nothing but positive experiences with 97 Switch and Id recommend them to anyone.
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Digital Marketing Review from Eram Zaghi
Really appreciative of the work this agency has done. Nicholas and Bill were a true pleasure. Very nice to have the opportunity to work with professionals.
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SEO Review from Marvin Schuster
We are in a very competitive industry (luxury appliance repair in South Florida) and we rely heavily on Google for new business. We hired Black Propeller to help us get an edge on the competition and they have helped us tremendously with both PPC and SEO.
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PPC Review from Ellen Graham
Thanks to the efforts of the Black Propeller team, the company increased its traffic to the site and generated more leads, resulting in more enrollments. The company is most impressed by the team's professionalism, especially their communication, which is their strong suit. (Verified via email)
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Media Buying Review from Doug Levy
I have continuously been impressed by the forward-thinking at Orange Media. In this highly competitive space, Orange Media has demonstrated a willingness to take calculated risks and the good judgment to double down on successful ideas. It is a pleasure to collaborate with true professionals. We value our working relationships at every level of Orange Media’s dynamic shop.
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Media Buying Review from Ryan Kowalis
We’ve worked with several agencies and Russell has been by far the most attentive and hard-working rep we’ve had. He is always bringing new ideas to the table and discusses the pros and cons of every idea. He has taken a legitimate interest in our business and clearly knows his craft well.
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Nicole Becker's Review Sourced from Google
This agency is a true partner—not just a vendor. They listen, collaborate, and consistently bring smart, innovative ideas that elevate brands. Led by the talented, creative and kind Laura Fleischer -- OMG is a sure bet for companies looking for automotive retail or digital advertising support.
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Digital Marketing Review from Rebecca Zeni
I had a great experience working with Kim at Motion PR. I am a small business so she was able to tailor her expertise to my needs. I would highly recommend her.
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Digital Marketing Review from Paul Litardo
Motion PR has a great staff and a great leader in Kim Eberl. My experience the past several months have been great. I recommend Motion PR to everyone.
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Digital Marketing Review from Rita Dragonette
I've had the pleasure of working with Motion as both colleague and client. As a colleague I was referred to them for a number of my CEO clients. The high-level coverage they were able to secure was very instrumental in significantly raising the profile of those clients and helping them attract the opportunities they were after. As a client, Motion was able to quickly and innovatively operationalize a successful social giving program to fund a scholarship I started as part of the launch for my new novel. The response was terrific for book awareness and quickly became fully funded. The agency is highly responsive, the staff skilled and engaging. Terrific client service.
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Digital Strategy Review from Donna Hawley
We have used this company for over 8 years and their work is spot on in every way. We rely heavily on their services, and for recommendations with new strategies. They always deliver! They're responsive and knowledgeable, and we will continue to do business with them for the foreseeable future.Highly recommend.
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WordPress Website Design Review from Sheryl Vazquez
The team at SBO Buzz really came through for me! I was in the process of switching over from another website platform, to Wordpress. I did not realize I would have to redesign my website from scratch! I felt like I really messed things up! I enlisted the help of SBO Buzz, and my website looks great and does exactly what I need it to do! Including pulling over my social media sites, reviews, and integrating the call to action buttons I had incorporated. Thank you!
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Dental Review from Deepak Agarwal, DMD
Salil has been absolutely a game changer for our practice. I fully recommend him to take your business to the next level.
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SEO Review from Tim Cardona
Noah and his team have been so amazing for my automotive detailing business. I didn’t understand SEO at all but I knew I needed it to grow my business. When I first talked to Noah he wasn’t pushy on selling me anything. Just simply broke everything down for me to understand and made it work for me. He has helped my business stay competitive and on target with SEO and my website! I can’t thank Epidemic Marketing enough it has been over 2 years now I have been with them and I’m glad!!
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CRO Review from Brian Hong
Noah is a wealth of information and someone I have the pleasure of working with. He provides extremely actionable insights with conversion rate optimization, as well as advanced SEO techniques that move the needle.We have worked on several CRO campaigns that helped turn more visitors into customers which made our dollar work harder for us and Paid Media campaigns. He’s a true pro and even better human.
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SEO Review from Marty Marion
I never leave reviews, but once in a while the work quality is so good I make exceptions.This is one of those times. Noah provided very advanced SEO work for one of my largest clients, fron scratch, finding and fixing SEO technical issues and conversion optimization issues that made a major difference for my client in both organic traffic and conversions.Traffic from search increased more than expected. Conversions to sales increased by about 20% plus an increase in AOV. Combining both an increase in traffic and an increase in conversions and an increase in AOV is nothing short of a home run.I will be channeling more of my clients' SEO and CRO to Epidemic for sure. Great people to work with, awesome results. And I teach digital marketing professionally.Marty MarionCEOMaster Positioning, LLC
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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'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'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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Digital Marketing Review from Cynthia Tate
The team at The Marketing Plug are well-trained professionals that are very easy to work with. They are very courteous and have a great eye for design. The Marketing Plug created an amazing social media and paid search campaign which resulted in hundreds of new leads and dozens of new customers. I am very happy with the service I have received from The Marketing Plug at the affordable price. Best pricing and value in the industry, hands down.
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Advertising Review from Demetrius Johnson
I was looking for a marketing agency that could deliver results within my budget. I recently inherited my family barbershop business and I wanted fresh new ways to bring in new customers. The Marketing Plug definitely understood the assignment. They created our website, launched our Google My Business Profile, and created some ads. Now we're seeing new customers come in from our neighborhood. These are people that have lived in this area for decades and had never heard of us. Thank you!
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Erica Okharedia's Review Sourced from Google
The Marketing Plug is literally AMAZING!! My dad has just started a church and he is not the best at technology and marketing. The creativity has really helped us with managing social media and getting our name out there. I would HIGHLY recommend to anyone who's starting out a new venture or looking to grow their current one!!
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Digital Marketing Review from Sandra L.
Digital Kitchen has helped me with multiple projects in my company. Learning and tutoring are significant angles to the development of a representative. Generally speaking incredible experience. Incredible customers and great culture. I was truly delighted by working scholarly a great deal stuff. Well done.
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Digital Marketing Review from Tracie C.
They are an incredible company, comprising great talent. The best quality about DK is the ability and acknowledgment that it has pulled in throughout the years. Not exclusively will you work with industry pioneers in configuration, movement, and experiential orders, you'll have the option to be a basic part to the inventive procedure. No real cons however the board should give additional regard for the imaginative procedure. I worked at Digital Kitchen full-time for over 4 years and I adored it and it has helped me a great deal.
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Louisimene Castor's Review Sourced from Google
I love to pbs kids ready to learn from between the lions or sesame Street library promos from 2006-2007 from shorts and others
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Kirbie Croshal's Review Sourced from Google
TEC is instrumental to many of the projects at Croshal Entertainment Group and the achievements of our clients! We love working with them, they are professional and personable. We are so grateful to have a continuing relationship with Chuck and his staff members. We HIGHLY recommend their expertise to anyone who is looking for an advertising company that is also hands on through the entire process.
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Christa Chavez's Review Sourced from Google
Chuck and the rest of the TEC team are a delight to work with! They are responsive, strategic and very communicative. The team is solution oriented and is easily able to adapt to changing situations. Highly recommend!
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Deb DeFreeuw's Review Sourced from Google
TEC Direct Media has helped us on several projects, and has been instrumental in helping our agency "learn the ropes" about programmatic and all things digital. We're always learning new things about digital for our clients, and TEC Direct has always been there when we have a question. They have helped us on two projects in 2016, and each of those were successful and those clients will continue with us in 2017. We consider TEC Direct a strategic partner. D. DeFreeuw, President, Force 5
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Tyler Harman's Review Sourced from Google
Worked with dozens of agencies over the years, these folks are the real deal in terms of the kind of professionals you want to representing your organization. Good people, trustworthy, loyal, and genuinely creative. It's very refreshing.
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Ross Schoenherr's Review Sourced from Google
We really loved Daniel Brian's mission statement of "better brands for a better human condition", we could tell right off the bat that they cared about our company and wanted to help us out with our goal to expand our brand and mission to our customers. Within a year we were able to triple our sales, associating a 20:1 return on ad spend. They are creative genius's who go outside the box in their thinking while keeping us in the loop the whole time! We highly recommend Daniel Brian Advertising to anyone with marketing needs!
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Aaron Mcghee's Review Sourced from Google
Best advertising company I have ever worked with! Great people who seem to be extremely passionate about satisfying their customers needs. 1000% recommend!
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Business Consulting Review from Kendra Langer
Awesome Dynamic’s guidance in transitioning us to theSeller Central Platform from Vendor Central has made allthe difference. Within the first 60 days, we made moremargin than both our Vendor accounts combined, with alot fewer headaches.
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Megan Fanning's Review Sourced from Google
We were referred to Awesome Dynamic by a successful and reputable advertising firm. Janet and her team at Awesome Dynamic are prompt and responsive to our business needs and inquiries. In the time we've been been in business with Awesome Dynamic, they've increased our sales on Amazon by well over 50%. They've reduced our workload tremendously. We highly recommend Awesome Dynamic services.
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Drew Tully's Review Sourced from Google
Working with the Awesome Dynamics team has been a huge help as we’ve grown our Amazon presence. They’re responsive, easy to work with, and always willing to adapt to our specific goals. From strategy to content to promotional support, they’ve helped us stay on track and save a lot of time (and headaches). We definitely feel more confident in our Amazon storefront and where it’s headed long term!
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Social Media Marketing Review from Undisclosed
Thank you for a great meeting today. We were VERY excited about what you shared and amazed at how quickly you could deliver creative that is where we desire to be.
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Social Media Marketing Review from Anonymous
Thank you ladies! I noticed both Facebook and Instagram were blowing up in the last few days - awesomeness! We are heading in the right direction, thank you for your help and expertise!
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Eric Storck's Review Sourced from Google
My company Weed Man of Vienna used this company for mailing services this past spring. We received terrible service that was riddled with errors. To make matters worse they lost my payment. When I sent another they cashed both payments and are now refusing to send me back what is owed to me.
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Mikki Sharp's Review Sourced from Google
A technology and client-focused business transformation partner with an award-winning culture known for innovation and excellence.
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Ariel Dubov's Review Sourced from Google
I highly recommend avoiding this company. Fusion92 recently absorbed the company I contracted, Conversion Fanatics. CF was hired to increase our conversion rate. After many months of "testing", and a lot of $$ later, they actually decreased our CVR substantially. I'm deeply unsatisfied with how they left my website -- it was teeming with glitches and errors that are considered low hanging fruit for a typical UX company. Go with a different company!
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AutoGallery SpaRepair's Review Sourced from Google
Zima Media is an impressive team that knows how to deliver results. Their marketing expertise, clear communication, and creative approach make working with them both productive and enjoyable. They take the time to understand your needs and provide solutions that truly make an impact. Great people to work with, and if you ever need your vehicle looking just as sharp as your brand image, stop by Auto Gallery Spa & Repair here in Skokie for a complete clean and shine.
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Emma Pitnick's Review Sourced from Google
Working for a slightly smaller MSP (Managed Service Provider), we are always trying to figure out a way to maximize our efficiency and impact of our marketing while making sure we are still delivering the highest quality and most relevant content to our audiences. With that in mind, we have worked with a few marketing agencies over the years and began to feel jaded about them and the results they've provided. Zima Media is the first to absolutely blow away our expectations. They have helped us in immense ways with our SEO and blogging processes and are extremely knowledgeable across all marketing aspects and platforms. We are so happy to have found them and will continue to use them to help us leverage our marketing. Highly recommend them!
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Reformed Film Lab's Review Sourced from Google
We've been working with Zima Media group for over a year and it's been truly a pleasure. They've grown both our SEO and Google Ads account with fantastic results and we plan on continuing our professional relationship with them. They take so much off my plate as a business owner and I'm glad we found them. I can't recommend them enough!
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Design Services Review from Guy Campo
We are extremely pleased with KEXINO's design of our hospital's website. From the initial consultation to the final launch, their team demonstrated exceptional creativity, professionalism, and attention to detail. They took the time to understand our goals and translated them into a visually appealing, user-friendly, and functional website that perfectly represents our brand.KEXINO's approach to responsive design ensures our site looks and performs flawlessly on all devices, providing an excellent user experience for our patients and visitors. The seamless integration of key features, such as appointment scheduling and patient portals, has greatly enhanced our online services, making it easier for users to access vital information.Their expertise in healthcare-specific design considerations, including accessibility and HIPAA compliance, was evident throughout the project. We highly recommend KEXINO to any healthcare provider looking for a modern, professional, and effective online presence.
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Tia Serena's Review Sourced from Google
Outstanding work on both SEO and content marketing. The team was responsive and professional, and the results are very noticeable. Highly satisfied.
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Steven Carver's Review Sourced from Google
I’m really satisfied with dNOVO’s work. They take time to explain what they’re doing and always deliver on promises. My online performance has improved significantly since partnering with them.
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Stefan Anais's Review Sourced from Google
I’m really happy with dNOVO’s service. They are a professional SEO company that truly cares about results. My website is performing much better now. Highly recommended!
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Aaron Newby's Review Sourced from Google
t::t has been a solid partner for us as we work to transform our digital presence. They have provided valuable strategic insights and their communication has been consistently prompt. I'd like to particularly call out James, Joe, and Xavier for their excellent work during our engagements. Thanks t::t team for being an excellent partner!
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James Fashing's Review Sourced from Google
We've worked with Thunder::tech to replace our cooperative's website. They have delivered as promised and more than expected in a professional and timely manner. Their team members are creative, technical and professional experts. We're looking forward to working on a second phase of the project with them starting soon. T::T is big enough a agency that they have multiple experts on the team with overlapping knowledge to get the job done, but not such a huge company where one might get lost as a client. As a web and digital media pro with 20+ years of experience, I recommend Thunder::tech. - JF
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Swetha Siripurapu's Review Sourced from Google
The most horrible people! They are very reckless, don’t show up to appointments. Not once, not twice but thrice. You call to ask they dodge your calls.Don’t expect call backs. I went to Derek and texted him several times about this and asked to call. Nothing! Figured a month would be long enough. Don’t waste your time on these people
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Autum Murnieks's Review Sourced from Google
I had some old video of my Grandpa and late father in law that I brought in for conversion. I was very nervous because this is the last I have of my loved ones but they took excellent care of my videos and labeled every video for me. Would definitely recommend.
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Tim Hayden's Review Sourced from Google
I spent well over an hour researching different VHS conversion companies. I ended up going with Concept One to convert approximately 90 VHS tapes to a digital format. I could not be happier! Nancy did a fantastic job converting each tape. She labeled each digital file with a brief description and ensured each tape converted at a high quality. A few of my tapes were troublesome, and Nancy actually experimented with different machines and equipment until those troublesome tapes converted at a high quality. I am so happy I went with Concept One. If you want your family treasures converted the right way by a reputable company, go to Concept One and ask for Nancy!
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Dave Cripe's Review Sourced from Google
They did a great job of converting our old VHS into DVD's. They will even sell you a Groupon to save $55. Nancy was very nice to deal with.
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Mike Heitmann's Review Sourced from Google
Leading ad agency in Kansas City. They produce tremendous work and they are a great ambassador of KC.
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Sam Vogel's Review Sourced from Google
4th floor has nice workspace, but third floor is crowded. Can get loud but there was also construction while I was there.
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Mark Faris's Review Sourced from Google
Super knowledgeable and one of the strongest marketers I’ve seen. As an entrepreneur, I found Danny’s perspective on marketing incredibly valuable. He has a unique way of connecting business strategy with creative execution, which is exactly what growing companies need. His recommendations were insightful and tailored to real-world challenges that business owners face every day. It’s clear Danny not only has deep marketing expertise but also understands what drives growth for entrepreneurs. I’d strongly recommend working with him and his agency.
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Stephanie Paquette's Review Sourced from Google
Danny brings a rare mix of creativity and execution. He has a clear ability to simplify complex marketing strategies and make them actionable. From our conversation, it’s obvious he knows how to drive real results and genuinely cares about helping businesses grow. Highly recommend working with him and DS&P.
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Brandon Taylor's Review Sourced from Google
I had a good product but wasn’t sure how to get it in front of the right people. Found this marketing consultant and they helped me build a plan that actually made sense. They reviewed my branding, updated my messaging and helped with targeting. Within a month I started seeing more traffic and sales. They explained stuff clearly and didn’t make it sound like rocket science. Only downside is I wish I found them sooner. If you’re stuck with marketing and feel like nothing is working this is who to talk to. Clear advice and real results.
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Jimmy Campbell's Review Sourced from Google
We had a tight timeline for our website development and SEO needs, Buscemi IT Solutions got the job done quickly and efficiently. Did not cut any corners, they exceeded our expectations and we were able to move on with our timelines as planned. Cannot thank them enough for their attentiveness and fast turnaround.
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Alfreda Dodd's Review Sourced from Google
Social marketing is not my strength, but thanks to Angelo and his dedicated team I was able to increase my social presence online without any stress of frustration of doing it on my own. They listened to what I was hoping for and knew exactly how to execute it. I am so pleased with the outcome of their work that I cannot thank them enough. Working with them was breeze. I would recommend Buscemi IT Solutions to anyone looking for social marketing in this digital age.
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There are several SEO firms, but choosing Buscemi IT Solutions is one of the best decisions I’ve made. They’re accountable, transparent and provide results. Our timelines were met and everyone we worked with was friendly and supportive. We worked with Buscemi IT Solutions on our website development and online presence. Thank you to everyone at Buscemi IT Solutions!
Show moreTop advertising agencies in Chicago bring outside expertise and fresh perspectives to enhance brand visibility and customer engagement. They develop strategic campaigns based on deep market insights and consumer behavior, helping companies connect more effectively with their target audience. Through data-driven strategies and creative execution, these agencies help businesses drive higher customer acquisition and gain a stronger position in the local market.
Partnering with a Chicago advertising company unlocks several advantages to businesses:
To showcase the results a top Chicago advertising company can achieve for a business, our researchers highlighted this case study:
Chicago advertising companies offer a range of services to help businesses promote their brands and reach their target audiences. The most common services include:
In addition to their primary services, some Chicago advertising companies provide additional support, including influencer marketing, experiential marketing, event sponsorships, and direct mail campaigns.
It's challenging to identify the exact number of advertising agencies in Chicago. However, estimates suggest several hundred such firms are operating in the city. For instance, AdForum’s database lists around 190 agencies in the city, while recruitment platform Built In Chicago identifies 375 AdTech (advertising technology) companies. These figures indicate a thriving and diverse advertising sector in Chicago.
There are more than 5,400 advertising companies listed on DesignRush, with 130 agencies based in Illinois, and 104 located or have offices in Chicago. The companies vary in size, as shown by the following data:
| Company size | Number of agencies |
| Small (under 49 employees) | 73 |
| Mid-sized (50-249 employees) | 20 |
| Large (250+ employees) | 8 |
| Enterprise (1000+ employees) | 3 |
Many Chicago advertising companies charge hourly rates between $100 and $200, though some accept lower rates of $30 to $50. Small businesses typically spend $10,000 to $50,000 on annual advertising, and many also separate their budgets for online and offline channels.
The top 50 advertising agencies in Chicago featured on DesignRush charge approximately $138 an hour. About 6.8% of agencies accept projects with a minimum budget of less than $1,000 for basic services like local business listings or PPC campaign audit. Meanwhile, 8.7% require $50,000+ minimum budget for full-service digital advertising campaigns or omnichannel marketing strategies.
Browse our directory to explore these Chicago agencies. Use our advanced filters to sort them by industry focus, hourly rate, reviews, and other relevant criteria.
Follow these steps to choose the best advertising agency in Chicago:
If you need expert recommendation, visit our Marketplace and submit your project details. Our team will suggest the top five agencies that meet your requirements, free of charge.
For an effective campaign execution, advertising agencies in Chicago follow a well-defined, structured process that typically involves the following stages:
Chicago advertising companies cater to clients from different industries, and these are the top five:
Beyond these top sectors, advertising agencies in Chicago also work with businesses in software and SaaS, automotive, hospitality, and finance. Browse our directory to learn more about these companies and use our advanced filters to narrow your search by budget range, industry, specializations, and more relevant criteria.
Consider asking the following questions when assessing a Chicago advertising company:
Explore these top 10 best-rated Chicago advertising companies:
Rated 4.8 on Google and 4.7 on Trustpilot, DesignRush Agency Directory is a reliable resource for finding top advertising agencies in Chicago. We owe this to our executive selection team, which follows a strict screening process when featuring agencies on the platform, assessing key performance indicators, like portfolio, client reviews, and industry reputation.
Learn more about DesignRush Agency Ranking Methodology.
DesignRush sustains a directory of over 30,000 agencies categorized by service category, location, expertise, and reviews. We build our database in two ways:
Agencies can also reach out to DesignRush and must go through the verification process prior to being listed.
Vanessa Maandal is a digital writer with expertise in content marketing and creative direction. She has developed successful campaigns for global brands, such as Boehringer Ingelheim, Kellogs Singapore, and Friesland Campina. At DesignRush, she writes content focused on marketing strategies led by award-winning agencies to connect them with like-minded organizations and individuals.
Mariana Delgado is the Head of Marketing at DesignRush, with more than ten years of experience across digital marketing, sales management, search, and video advertising. Since joining DesignRush, she has delivered 3× site-traffic growth and 2× growth in monthly revenue by building scalable, performance-led programs that connect acquisition, content, and brand across channels. Her campaigns have achieved a 5:1 ROAS.
