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  • Where a fine art approach to web and media content meets technical precision and care.

    Working with clients to create a natural aesthetic and integrated technologies for web and print communications since 2016...

    Location
    Seattle, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $90/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Clarity For Growth When It Gets Messy

    Mabbly is a digital marketing agency and go-to-market partner that helps businesses drive real revenue through the seamless integration of strategy, sales, and marketing. Since its founding in 2013, Mabbly has built its approach around one core belief: understanding people is the key to building impactful...

    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Doing Great Work With Exceptional Brands

    BooneOakley has a simple mission: to do great work with people we like. We are a full-service, award-winning advertising agency dedicated to meeting and exceeding our client partners' business needs through effective strategy, intentional brand development and meaningful creative work...

    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $165/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Fast Friends is a creative production collective happiest when assisting brands and agencies with their short-form video and social content needs...

    Location
    Ludlow, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $110/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • We Are Experts at Marketing Local-Serving Businesses.

    Are you searching for someone to design your ideal website or create ads for your business? Look no further. VentraLocal is a family-owned and operated business and we help your business rise above the "clutter". We take your ideas and visions with a dash of our creativity and bring them together to give you...

    Location
    Columbus, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Innovative Strategies. Measurable Results.

    We help small and medium sized business grow by putting the right message in front of the right person at the right time. Reach the full potential of your business with a custom designed and flawlessly executed Growth Marketing Program...

    Location
    Santa Rosa, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Driving Your Business Growth

    We are business development specialists. Using the latest marketing technology, we help our B2B & professional service clients get high-quality appointments each month with their ideal clients...

    Location
    Louisville, Kentucky
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Propelling Property Managers to Success

    Fourandhalf, Inc: We've been in the property management game for 8 years - that's like 56 dog years! Our dedicated marketing strategists don't just get stuff done; they knock it out of the park. Plus our Continuous Improvement Reviews ensure we measure and analyze your success every 90 days to maximize ROI...

    Location
    San Ramon, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Expert Marketing Solutions For The Restaurant & Bar Industry

    Embark Marketing, a renowned restaurant digital marketing agency located in Texas, focuses on catering to the specific needs of the food and beverage industry...

    Location
    San Antonio, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
  • Five-Star Rated Digital Marketing Agency

    At Supremium Ads, we have a rich history spanning several years of digital marketing expertise with a passion for creativity and innovation. Our mission is to help brands achieve their full potential through targeted, effective advertising...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • New Name, Same Mission

    Cross-office and cross-disciplined, our crew works together to solve problems and push big ideas. Our agency has built a portfolio of Fortune 500 companies, government agencies and regional market leaders. We've grown beyond San Antonio our original roots in San Antonio and Houston. We've made national...

    Location
    San Antonio, Texas
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
  • 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...

    Location
    Raleigh , North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We Build Marketing Systems That Power Operations.

    Our content lets us track what works for your business in real-time. Our websites help funnel people to your brand. You use the data we collect to power operations...

    Location
    Grand Forks, North Dakota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Digital Marketing That Drives Real Business Growth

    Snow Marketing Collective is a results-driven digital marketing agency helping service-based businesses generate more leads through SEO, paid ads, and high-converting websites. We focus on practical growth strategies that drive real revenue, not vanity metrics. From local SEO to Google and Meta ads, we build...

    Location
    Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Creativity That Moves Purpose Forward

    Vermilion is a Boulder-based creative agency specializing in strategy, branding, and digital solutions for mission-driven organizations. As a Certified B Corporation and Women-Owned Small Business, Vermilion blends creativity with purpose to deliver meaningful, results-driven campaigns. The agency focuses on...

    Location
    Boulder, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Lead Tycoons. Big Ideas Dont Have to Break Your Budget.

    Glo Creative is an advanced team of experienced advertising agency talent, who deliver top caliber work without the New York agency price tag. We work across 360° platforms, including Digital, Social Media, Print, Broadcast, and PR...

    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Strategy-first. Design with purpose.

    Mighty Fine Co. is a senior-led creative agency blending smart strategy with standout design, storytelling, and web experiences built from scratch. No templates, just work that connects with the right audience and sparks action...

    Location
    Tampa, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Digital Marketing Services to Grow Your Business

    Struoweb provides all-inclusive Digital Marketing Services. As simple as it might sound, we do whatever it takes to help you get more clients...

    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Connecting Businesses and Customers - Creatively

    TLC Marketing Consultants is a full-service marketing agency, certified Women Business Enterprise (WBE), Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE), and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE). We believe quality always comes first, service after that. We are committed to building positive relationships with our...

    Location
    Overland Park, Kansas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Digital Outfitters for the Most Driven Brands

    Lake One: Your Partner for Success. From providing strategic advice to solving complex CRM issues, Marketing Automation and Performance Marketing - Lake One helps B2B companies reach their goals through comprehensive sales & marketing transformation. With a team of experienced professionals, we offer an...

    Location
    Minneapolis, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Next-Level Digital Marketing.

    Berriman Web Marketing, a leading digital marketing agency headquartered in Burlington, Vermont, specializes in providing top-tier digital ads management and search engine marketing services to clients throughout New England. With our expertise and strategic approach, we help businesses achieve their...

    Location
    Burlington, Vermont
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Partnering with healthcare providers to drive growth and revenue!

    The WRIGHT Consult (TWC) is a healthcare digital marketing agency that helps doctors improve patient acquisition and boost revenue. Our award winning programs will take your practice to the next level...

    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Next-Level Agency Improving Small Business Results

    From day one, Meetzizi's mission has been to deliver an outstanding experience. Our focus is on helping you gain more clients and achieve results that fuel your business growth. Every client, regardless of the package or service chosen, is treated as a premium client. With a strong business background, we...

    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Dynamic Digital Marketing.

    Electric Web Services propels your business into the digital spotlight with cutting-edge SEO, bespoke web design, and strategic digital marketing. Our expert team crafts tailored solutions that boost visibility, engage audiences, and drive growth. Transform your online presence with us today!...

    Location
    Ormond Beach, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • The only social growth hacking agency.

    Spark Climb is the only growth hacking agency that enables brands to leverage cutting-edge technology in their social media branding and growth strategies...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Brand Strategies That Drive Growth

    AdSolve Media Were more than marketers; were growth architects. We help ambitious small and mid-sized businesses build bold brands, launch high-impact campaigns, and dominate the digital arena...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $12/hr
  • We Build Cool Stuff With Cool People...

    Kingdom Vision is a digital agency specializing in web design, web development, and custom software solutions for businesses and startups. The company offers a range of services including mobile app development, CMS development, branding, and digital marketing to help clients build and grow their online...

    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Booked Calendars. Guaranteed.

    ScaleHaven is a performance marketing agency built for aesthetic clinics med spas, cosmetic practices, and dermatology offices. We run Meta Ads, automate lead follow-up, and book consultations directly into your calendar. Every engagement comes with a written guarantee: 15 booked consultations in the first...

    Location
    Sheridan, Wyoming
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A Strategic Marketing Agency

    We're an Inbound Marketing Agency focused on Lead Generation...

    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Every Brand Has a Genesis

    Genesis is a strategic brand consultancy that helps organizations turn their unique points of difference into market advantage. We work with leaders and innovators to optimize brand, strategy, communications and investor relations. We solve strategic problems creatively and creative problems strategically...

    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Delivering Experiences That Enrich Life

    Founded over twenty years ago in Miami, Innovative Group is an experiential marketing agency that specializes in changing perceptions of your brand while fostering lasting relationships. Digital marketing, virtual events, and PPE supply are just some of the unique solutions that are a part of our mission to...

    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Building Brands With Bite

    At PINK DOG DIGITAL we provide effective digital solutions for your business. Whether it is a website, search engine optimization, content creation, social media management, digital advertising or photography/videography, Pink Dog has a strategy custom-tailored to meet your needs. We create an online...

    Location
    Cleveland, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
  • Branding. Design. Marketing. PR.

    TARA, Ink. is a full-service, bilingual, public relations, creative marketing and special events firm specializing in lifestyle and modern culture, with offices in Miami and New York as well as teams in Los Angeles and Las Vegas...

    Location
    Miami Beach, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Make the Complex Simple

    shark&minnow is a business & marketing consultancy that makes the complex simple. Core offerings include: research & insights, strategic planning, design & marketing communications...

    Location
    Cleveland, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Graphic Design & Advertising Services that Elevate & Grow Your Brand

    We are an award-winning design studio with over 20 years experience in publication and advertising design. We partner and work with business owners, publishers and in-house marketing departments, providing creative solutions that promote awareness and deliver results...

    Location
    Orlando, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Tra-Digital Advertising, Marketing and Design Boutique.

    The Dealey Group is a tra-digital advertising, marketing, and digital content boutique. We specialize in retail, real estate and tourism...

    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Websites That Convert. Marketing That Works.

    Type B Studio provides digital marketing services & conversion-focused websites to small businesses throughout Washington State (and beyond!)...

    Location
    Enumclaw, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Bring It To The Lab

    Underlab Media Productions is the Marketing Agency title for our company Underlab Media Productions. We provide digital media design, content creation, content marketing, seo, sem, social media marketing and more...

    Location
    Pompano Beach, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Beautiful, Handcrafted Websites for Nice People.

    We're a creative web studio specializing in building engaging online experiences for clients around the world through design, development, writing, and marketing. We truly care about client success, and build long-lasting relationships that guide any project from planning to launch to growth...

    Location
    Virginia Beach, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Creative Communications With Commitment, Honesty, And Craft

    The Mantooth Company is a full-service marketing agency. We're skilled storytellers. We also offer committed, truthful, and artistic imaginative interaction to help businesses and organizations express their own stories and strengthen their connections and brands...

    Location
    Fort Collins, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • SoDiG is a WBENC Certified Women-Owned Content Creation Boutique based in Metro Detroit.

    SoDiG is a WBENC Certified Women-Owned Content Creation Boutique based in Metro Detroit...

    Location
    Detroit, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Creating And Inspiring Imaginatively

    232 Creative in Pittsburgh, PA is a comprehensive marketing and creative agency. Our expertise lies in the realms of marketing, multimedia, web development and branding...

    Location
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • The alternative to the agency status quo.

    NP Digital is a San Diego based global digital marketing agency founded in 2017 by Neil Patel and Mike Kamo. The agency delivers full-funnel performance marketing and creative services panning SEO, paid search and social, content marketing, digital PR, analytics, and technology with a remote-first model...

    Location
    Las Vegas, Nevada
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Custom Solutions, Creative Results

    Unlike one-size-fits-all approaches, we believe in tailoring every package to fit the unique needs of each client. We don't confine ourselves to one niche because your brand is as unique as your fingerprint. Avanti Creativo is where creativity meets results, and where your brand's journey becomes a...

    Location
    Fort Lauderdale, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
  • Elevate Your Marketing With Scroll-Stopping Digital Solutions.

    At BannerWave, we excel in crafting interactive advertising and web experiences that offer real-time personalization for users, simultaneously generating valuable zero-party data for businesses. Our expertise lies in creating dynamic digital solutions that not only engage users but also provide actionable...

    Location
    Oak Park, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • 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...

    Location
    Havre de Grace, Maryland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Everyone wants to be a millionaire but we want to help a million people.

    Digital Kings Networking (DKN) is a dynamic digital marketing solutions provider dedicated to delivering advanced optimization services and small business growth solutions. With a focus on cutting-edge technology and personalized support, DKN ensures businesses stay ahead in the digital landscape, offering...

    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Grow Coaching Businesses

    We work with early stage coaching businesses, helping them add those additional lead sources to get from 2 clients, up to 10. We take care of the back end processes while they get to focus on what they enjoy most, coaching!...

    Location
    Sheridan, Wyoming
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

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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