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  • #1 App Marketing Agency

    PreApps is the World's Leading App Growth Agency. Over the past 13+ years, the PreApps team has helped the most successful apps in the world launch and scale their app businesses to reach Millions of Downloads through our proprietary marketing programs...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Boston, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed

    PreApps Services

    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Design Services
    • Public Relations
    • Video Production
    • UI/UX Design
    • Advertising
    • PPC
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    • Retail Industry
    • Hospitality Industry
    • Film Industry
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    PreApps Reviews & Testimonials

    • Alice Al-Nomani
      Alice Al-Nomani Chief Human Resources Officer at Web Design Sun
      5.0

      App Marketing Review from Alice Al-Nomani

      We contacted the PreApps agency to optimize our App. The scope of work included a comprehensive approach to improving the app's visibility, recommendations for optimizing and converting site traffic into installs, and increased downloads and improved user feedback through app metadata optimization in app stores; comprehensive analytical reports on the effectiveness Throughout our collaboration with the PreApps agency, we had clear and transparent communication, regular updates and reports, and all time frames, deadlines, and plans were met. At the same time, agency staff were flexible and open to feedback and recommendations, offering solutions and adjustments when needed. They were quick to respond to all needs, concerns, and requests for information, and provided support once the optimization strategy was PreApps' work stands out for its comprehensive approach, which takes into account everything from keywords and phrases to increasing visual elements and user engagement. We particularly like their personalized approach and continued support once the optimization is launched.

    • Julia Smith
      Julia Smith Director of Community & Audience Development at Hearst Magazines
      5.0

      App Marketing Review from Julia Smith

      The project's measurable outcomes indicated tremendous development and success. First, we saw a significant rise in app downloads and user acquisition, showing that the mobile app marketing methods we adopted were effective. Second, user engagement measures such as average session time and retention rates improved significantly, indicating a better user experience and app performance. Finally, the app's visibility and search rankings in app stores improved dramatically, as indicated by increased organic app store impressions and conversions, demonstrating the efficacy of the app store optimization efforts. PreApps provided excellent project management throughout our collaboration. They routinely delivered on time, meeting goals and deadlines. Furthermore, their attention to our demands was exceptional, as they addressed any issues or requests for assistance in a timely and courteous manner.

    • Alex Main
      Alex Main Review from Google
      5.0

      Alex Main's Review Sourced from Google

      PreApps helped us take our mobile app to the next level with targeted marketing that really worked. Their campaigns were creative, effective, and backed by solid research. We saw immediate improvements in user downloads and engagement. Their team is responsive, professional, and genuinely passionate about what they do. We couldn't have asked for a better experience.

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  • Your Partner in Growth

    Ignited is a dynamic marketing and business consultancy rooted in the start-up era. With a founding team that led the turnaround of Activision, we bring unparalleled expertise in driving measurable growth. Our unique blend of strategic consulting and digital communications empowers our clients to gain a...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Manhattan Beach, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed

    Ignited Services

    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Web Design
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    • KeVita / PepsiCo
    • Soylent
    • Activision Blizzard
    • Merle Norman Cosmetics
    • Razer
    • Nexon America, Inc.
    • Scopely
    • Osmo
    • U.S. Department of Homeland Security
    • Transportation Security Administration
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Ignited Reviews & Testimonials

    • Ryan Lane
      Ryan Lane Review from Google
      4.0

      Ryan Lane's Review Sourced from Google

      Awesome people to work with! Ignited definitely is a talented and forward thinking group of individuals. Check them out

    • Fabian Valencia
      Fabian Valencia Review from Google
      5.0

      Fabian Valencia's Review Sourced from Google

      Had an Amazing time meeting everyone and getting feedback wish to go back again soon! #FoshayLC

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  • Seek and You Will Shine.

    Marcus Thomas is a leading independent, full-service advertising agency with offices in Cleveland, Cincinnati, Buenos Aires, and Santiago. The agency focuses on creating meaningful experiences that build long-term relationships between brands and their audiences. By understanding the human journey, Marcus...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
    Location
    Cleveland, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up

    Marcus Thomas Services

    • Public Relations
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
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    • DITTO
    • DEXCOM
    • Ohio Lottery
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    Marcus Thomas Reviews & Testimonials

    • Rick Simon
      Rick Simon Review from Google
      1.0

      Rick Simon's Review Sourced from Google

      To see the quality of work this company does, search for the Ohio Lottery app on your iphone and spend your day laughing of how bad a company can screw up a basic function. THEN, go to the NH Lottery app and start reading those! (all Marcus Thomas)

    • Daniel Valentin
      Daniel Valentin Review from Google
      5.0

      Daniel Valentin's Review Sourced from Google

      Community involved business with great staff! Thanks you from your friends from PCs for People Ohio.

    • kutthamoviestar
      kutthamoviestar Review from Google
      1.0

      kutthamoviestar's Review Sourced from Google

      Very unprofessional. I called and asked about their services and without having a scrape of knowledge about my financial situation they told me that I’m on a low budget and that I can’t afford their service. My neighbor’s dog provides better customer service than these people ever could don’t waste your time.

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Advertising Agency FAQs

What services do the best advertising agencies in the United States provide?

Leading advertising agencies in the United States plan, create, and launch compelling advertising campaigns across digital and traditional media channels to amplify businesses’ brand awareness, customer engagement, digital presence, and sales.  

According to our market analysis, the most prominent service offerings for online advertising companies in the US include: 

  • Media planning and buying is the largest revenue-generating segment for agencies, representing approximately 40% of industry revenue in the traditional advertising services sector. 
  • Creative services comprise another core offering of traditional agencies, accounting for approximately 35% of their revenue. 
  • Search advertising, including SEO and SEM, remains the single largest service offering within digital advertising, capturing over 24.1% of the total market share. 
  • Social media advertising is a major and rapidly growing segment, with ad spending in the US social media advertising market expected to reach $95.70 billion in 2025. 

How much do these services typically cost?

Advertising costs in the US start from $900 for digital campaigns and can go as high as $100,000 for TV ads. The pricing depends on the region, platform, campaign, reach, targeting, creative quality, and the channel.

Overall, the estimates present a stark contrast between the high, fixed expense of traditional television and the flexible options in digital media

Type of media channel  Platform / campaign type  Cost
Traditional  Television ads (local production)  Start at ~$1,000 
Traditional  Television ads (national campaigns)  Up to $8 million (average 30-second national ad costs around $350,000
Digital  Facebook campaigns $2,500 – $9,000 per month 
Digital  LinkedIn campaigns  $2,000 – $4,000 per month 
Digital  Instagram campaigns  $1,000 – $1,600 per month 
Digital  X (formerly Twitter) campaigns  $900 – $1,600 per month 
Digital  Google Ads (banner ads)  $1 – $3 per click (CPC) or $2 – $5 per thousand impressions (CPM) 
Digital  Programmatic ads  Generally start around $2 per thousand impressions (CPM) 

When can clients expect ROI from advertising?

The expected time to realize a return on investment (ROI) from advertising depends on the specific channel: 

  • Paid ads (Google, Meta, LinkedIn) can generate visible results within days/weeks, with lead flow increasing immediately as the campaign begins. 
  • Email campaigns and remarketing re-engage warm audiences and existing contacts for early conversions and quick ROI. 
  • Content marketing and SEO begin driving consistent traffic, organic leads, and compounding ROI in the 6-12-month range. 
  • Thought leadership promotion (blogs, webinars, YouTube videos) builds brand authority and returns value within six months to a year. 

What are the typical timelines for advertising projects from initial planning to launch complexity levels?

Approximate timeframes for advertising projects are: 

  • Smaller campaigns usually take 4 to 8 weeks from the discovery meeting to launch. 
  • More complex campaigns that require deeper audience research, new creative asset development, and multiple platform configurations can stretch further because each stage adds time: 
    • Kick-off and alignment (1-2 weeks) 
    • Audience research (2-3 weeks) 
    • Creative development (2-4 weeks) 
    • Platform setup (3-4 weeks) 
    • Testing and launch (4-6 weeks) 

How often do the advertising firms update targeting data and creative assets once a campaign is live?

Depending on the platform, top ad agencies typically update creatives every 2-6 weeks, while targeting and bid/keyword adjustments are often reviewed weekly

Here’s how often other ads are typically updates once a campaign is live: 

  • For search campaigns, the best practice is to refresh ad copy every 4-6 weeks, while bids, keywords, and extensions are reviewed weekly
  • For social media ads, rotating creative every 2-4 weeks is recommended to avoid “ad fatigue,” especially when audience size or ad frequency is high. 
  • For display or video campaigns (YouTube or banner/display ads), monthly updates of visuals or placements are recommended.  

Generally, updates are prompted by creative fatigue or targeting inefficiencies, i.e., when click-through rates drop, cost per acquisition rises, or conversion rates fall. 

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