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  • At SBO Buzz, we are focused on supporting small business owners. Our goal is to help businesses that don't have big budgets and want to maximize value and impact. We work with small businesses of all sizes and have expertise with franchises and medical/dental/chiro/podiatry practices...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Reputation Management
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Where Big Ideas Meet Purpose

    Janus was founded on a simple belief emerging life science companies deserve world-class marketing for their innovative scientific breakthroughs - without the overhead, ego, or complicated process of traditional agencies...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Branding
    • Digital Services
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Richboro, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Creative That Drives Meaningful Health And Social Change

    DCF turns insight into impact. We create bold, multilingual creative that cuts through the noise, changes behavior, and helps communities stay healthier and more connected...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Logos, Websites, Print, Digital & Marketing Design

    Sarah Bryce Designs is a digital design studio offering Logos, Print, Digital & Web Design. Based in Delaware, Sarah is the solopreneur of Sarah Bryce Designs, a woman-owned business, serving clients since 2017...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    Dagsboro, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Design Is Thinking Made Visual

    Thrasher Design Studio a creative studio focused on brand development, visual positioning, and the marketing that brings it to life...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Logo Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Marina del Rey, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Specialized Services Tailored to Your Needs

    Aboriginal Creative Design is a leading web design company that offers innovative solutions to create unforgettable digital experiences for businesses. Our team of experts blends creativity with technical expertise to design websites that engage visitors, enhance user experience, and drive conversions. With a...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Branding
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    Location
    Columbus, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • A full service marketing firm with locations in Kentucky, Florida and Australia.

    We are an award-winning marketing and advertising agency. We do brand identities, web design, search engine optimization (SEO), social media marketing, print, motion graphics and videos...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Package Design
    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • SEO
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    Location
    Lexington, Kentucky
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Elevate Your Marketing Strategy with AI-Powered Insights.

    We provide in-depth analysis using proprietary AI algorithms to pinpoint and enhance your marketing efforts...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Boise, Idaho
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Be the obvious, first-call local service business

    Kopplin Co. is a web design, SEO, and Google Ads studio based in Downtown Jackson, Michigan. We help local service businesses replace outdated websites, climb local search rankings, and turn ad spend into booked jobs. Founded in 2025 by Aaron Kopplin, a computer science graduate of Grand Valley State...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Jackson, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Traditional & Digital Marketing Pioneers

    PostcardMania’s purpose is to help people — business owners, company and corporate executives and entrepreneurs — succeed in business by providing them the ultimate in marketing. Our marketing solutions put business owners in the driver’s seat of their own expansion through direct mail marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Direct Marketing
    • Advertising
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Tampa, Florida
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • From Bite-Sized Filming Sessions to Full-Scale Productions, video and video podcasts

    We dont just create videos or podcasts, we help you build a content engine that powers your entire marketing strategy. Whether its a consistent video series or an engaging podcast, our work fuels your brands growth and keeps your audience coming back for more...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Content Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Video Marketing
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    Location
    Ashland, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $350/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Top graphic designer to help with all of your branding, marketing & advertising needs

    I have been partnering with clients in a variety of industries on print, digital, social, & online projects for over 10 years and would love to partner with YOU!...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Colorado Springs, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Make Your Next Project Hassle-Free. On Time. On Budget. Absolutely.

    We specialize in TV & streaming commercials, corporate, promotional and music videos. Serving the NY tri-state area and Hudson Valley region...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Digital Services
    • Creative Services
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Mahopac, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Your Creative Design Partner!

    Combining creativity with technical proficiency, delivering visually captivating designs that effectively communicate brand messages. With a strong focus on collaboration and client satisfaction, and striving to exceed expectations and forge meaningful partnerships...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • Video Production
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Brookville, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Helping your business conquer digital.

    B. McGuire Designs LLC is a leading Atlanta-based web design and digital marketing agency. With a strategy-first approach, we specialize in enhancing our clients' online presence. By understanding your target audience and desired customer engagement, we evaluate and optimize your current digital strategies...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • SEO
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Websites, SEO, and AI search for Charlotte businesses. Prices published. One person accountable.

    I build websites for small businesses around Charlotte and handle the search work that makes them worth having Google, Maps, and the AI assistants people now ask instead of searching.One person does all of it: the build, the SEO, the CRM, the follow-up. You get my cell number, not a ticket queue. Rates...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    Gastonia, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Marketing That Moves People. Brands That Last.

    Matchbook Marketing partners with businesses to build distinct brands and execute impactful campaigns through targeted strategy, creative storytelling and measurable results...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Indianapolis, Indiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We are the marketing agency of tomorrow, bringing big ideas to small businesses today.

    We are LC3 Creative, based in East Liverpool, Ohio, a digital marketing agency founded in 2020 with a mission to empower and uplift local small businesses. Rooted in a commitment to excellence - we specialize in providing innovative and tailored marketing solutions, ranging from web development and graphic...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
    • SEO
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    Location
    East Liverpool, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $21/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Helping You Accelerate Into Digital Excellence.

    Simcon Media is your marketing engine - built for founders, creators, and small teams who don't have time to learn funnels, algorithms, or SEO. You've got the talent, the vision, the drive. But marketing? We turn your ideas into scroll-stopping content, smart strategy, and real results. No fluff, no...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Raleigh , North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Digital Marketing For Any Business Goal.

    Harford Digital Marketing Solutions is dedicated to helping businesses grow through strategic and affordable digital marketing solutions. From website design and search engine optimization to comprehensive marketing strategies, we provide the support you need to succeed...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Havre de Grace, Maryland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Digital Marketing That Helps Small Businesses Get More Leads, Customers and Revenue

    828 Biz Marketing helps small businesses in Hendersonville, Asheville, Western North Carolina, South Carolina and North East Florida to grow with expert web design, SEO, Google Ads, social media marketing and local SEO strategies that generate leads and customers...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Hendersonville, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Creating Custom Integrated Marketing Solutions for You.

    Noir Marketing & PR is a woman owned creative agency based in Dayton, Ohio, founded in 2012. The firm specializes in integrated services including branding, graphic design, web design, photography, social media, media planning, event production, and public relations tailored to small and midsized businesses...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Logo Design
    • Video Production
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    Dayton, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Ideas That Move People

    SC&P Is an independent creative agency built around a simple belief: People do not need more messages. They need more reasons to belong. We create campaigns, communication platforms, and cultural ideas designed to move people...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    Dover, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $55/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Graphic Design Has the Power To Push Forward Any Idea.

    Michael Carpenter Design LLC is a graphic design agency offering branding, identity, and creative collateral services. Led by designer Michael Carpenter, the company helps clients build visually distinctive brands through thoughtful design and storytelling...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • Video Production
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Illuminating Your Story

    Broad Lantern Media is a web design and digital marketing agency in Mount Pocono, PA, serving HVAC, plumbing, roofing, and other home service businesses. We build websites, manage local SEO, and optimize Google Business Profiles so clients get found by nearby customers. Our team also develops proprietary SEO...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Turn Daily Holidays Into Branded Video Moments

    Leveraging unique and trending holidays to create engaging videos for brands and businesses. Start the celebration and share a fun and trending holiday video with your followers today!...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000

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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.