Best Startup Marketing Agencies

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  • SeedX

    Holistic digital and traditional marketing, technology development, and business strategy for sustainable growth.
    Los Angeles, California
    Under 49 Inquire Inquire
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  • Ignite Visibility

    Verified
    The Expert Digital Marketing Agency (Sponsored)
    Ignite Visibility is a leader in SEO, online advertising, email, social media marketing and digital marketing. 200+ five star reviews, 3x Landy Award winner, 6x Inc. 5,000 company, #1 ranked full-serv [...]
    San Diego, California
    100 - 249 Inquire $1,000 - $10,000
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  • SkyDiamond Elite

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    The Last Digital Marketing Agency You'll Ever Have to Research
    Welcome to SkyDiamond Elite, your premier destination for bespoke ecommerce digital marketing solutions in fashion/apparel, luxury/lifestyle, and beauty. With a focus on personalized strategies and cu [...]
    Austin, Texas
    Under 49 $250/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Rosemont Media

    A Modern Ad Agency for Healthcare
    At Rosemont Media, we are passionate about creating original, customized digital marketing solutions designed to boost business for our healthcare clients. Through our extensive experience and industr [...]
    San Diego, California
    50 - 99 $150/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • HigherVisibility

    Verified
    4-Time SEO Agency of the Year. [Named Best Full-Service SEO and SEM Agency by Forbes]
    HigherVisibility is a Best-in-Class Digital Marketing Agency, specializing in SEO, Paid Media, and Website Design. We are proud to be a 4-Time SEO Agency of the Year Winner. Our professional staff tak [...]
    Memphis, Tennessee
    50 - 99 Inquire $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Storyzee

    Verified
    Let's boost your digital marketing
    Storyzee combines marketing consulting and multimedia production to showcase your brand story on the web and social media
    Paris, France
    Under 49 $100/hr Under $1,000
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  • SmartSites

    Verified
    Think Web. Think Smart. Partner with the #1 Rated Digital Marketing Agency.
    Outsmart the competition with best-in-class digital marketing services. With over 450 5-star reviews online, SmartSites is America #1 rated digital marketing agency. Call (201) 870 6000 for a free con [...]
    Paramus, New Jersey
    100 - 249 $100/hr Inquire
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  • Verified
    Top-Rated PPC & Digital Marketing Agency Focused on Driving Results
    The last digital marketing agency you'll ever need.
    Pleasant Grove, Utah
    100 - 249 Inquire $10,000 - $25,000
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  • PBJ Marketing

    Verified
    There is no such thing as digital strategy, only strategy in a digital world.
    PBJ is a team of PPC and SEO savants, digital creatives, and DATA JUNKIES who love helping in- house brand teams excel in competitive marketsWe address marketing challenges to build and protect br [...]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Under 49 $100/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Top Notch Dezigns

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    Web Design + Digital Marketing Agency | 20+ Years Experience
    Top Notch Dezigns is a full-service web design and digital marketing agency that specializes in custom websites tailored to meet diverse business requirements. With a focus on boosting brands, increas [...]
    New York City, New York
    50 - 99 $150/hr Inquire
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  • Inbox Army

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    Deploy Your Email Marketing Army
    March forward with confidence alongside Inbox Army, your elite, full-service email marketing agency. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including campaign management, template production, str [...]
    Dallas, Texas
    100 - 249 Inquire $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Funnel Boost Media

    Verified
    LEAD GEN. | SEO/PPC | WEB DESIGN | VETERAN LED
    Funnel Boost Media is an all inclusive digital marketing company based in San Antonio, Texas. FBM specializes in everything from the creation of your marketing piece or website to the online advertisi [...]
    San Antonio, Texas
    Under 49 $100/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Branding Experts

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    Elevate Your Brand, Master Your Identity with Branding Experts
    Your one-stop solution for achieving online visibility and brand recognition. With our unparalleled expertise, we can guarantee the publication of your content on prestigious websites such as Yahoo, W [...]
    Hyderabad, India
    Under 49 $30/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • CadenceSEO

    Verified
    Combining knowledge with results!
    CadenceSEO is a digital marketing agency specializing in SEO and offering services to improve website performance. The SEO consultants emphasize their commitment to providing accessible and affordable [...]
    Phoenix, Arizona
    Under 49 $150/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Grow My Ads

    The Google Ads Agency You've Been Searching For
    Maximize the potential of your Google Ads account in 3 months or less with a team Of PPC Specialists 100% focused on putting dollars in your pocket.
    Fort Wayne, Indiana
    Under 49 Inquire $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Rankings

    Verified
    Specialists in Law Firm SEO
    Rankings.io is a premier SEO agency dedicated to serving law firms. They offer specialized services tailored to the legal industry, helping firms achieve top rankings on Google and generate guaranteed [...]
    Marion, Illinois
    Under 49 $199/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Consumr Buzz

    Verified
    We Make It Easy To Be Found Online
    Looking for a marketing plan that will actually work for your business? We're here to help! We specialize in creating strategic, cost-effective plans that are specifically designed to help your busine [...]
    Lake Worth, Florida
    50 - 99 Inquire $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Verified
    Growing Targeted Traffic, Boosting Acquisition.
    Vital Growth Digital Marketing is a distinguished provider of high-impact digital marketing services, featuring SEO, innovative content creation, and precision-driven Google Ads campaigns. Grounded in [...]
    Palm Harbor, Florida
    Under 49 $100/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Naked Development

    Verified
    We are a Creative Development Agency & Consultancy.
    First we listen and strip down your idea to reveal the core of your business objectives.This means designing a strategy that will best support the users total experience, end-to-end.Then our US-ba [...]
    Irvine, California
    Under 49 Inquire $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Digital Silk

    Verified
    DesignRush Design Award Winner
    Growing Brands Online
    Digital Silk is an agency focused on Creating Superior Digital Experiences for their clients. They create cutting-edge brand strategies, websites, apps and results-driven marketing campaigns for mid-s [...]
    New York City, New York
    100 - 249 $150/hr Inquire
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  • RNO1

    Verified
    RNO1 is a global branding & digital growth agency for modern brands.
    RNO1 is a Global Branding & Digital Growth Agency. Guiding Tech and Commerce Brands across Platforms and Places. Creating Radical Digital Experiences.
    San Francisco, California
    50 - 99 Inquire Inquire
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  • Coconspirator

    Insiders with an Outside Perspective
    With decades of big brand experience, Coconspirator provides access to executive-level marketing talent for brand, strategy and activation planning. We have a passion for small business and start-ups [...]
    St. Petersburg, Florida
    Under 49 $225/hr $50,000 & Up
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  • Tuff

    Impactful digital and growth marketing, done for and with you.
    Tuff is a digital marketing agency for startups, that will unleash your growth through efffective processes by skilled executives. We understand the true essence of growth. It's not just a result; it' [...]
    Eagle, Colorado
    Under 49 Inquire Inquire
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  • Avalaunch Media

    Launching Brands and People
    Avalaunch Media has been a trusted partner in launching successful digital marketing campaigns for 15+ years. Our singular focus is driving performance and delivering results. Our services include SEO [...]
    Lehi, Utah
    50 - 99 $160/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • A one-stop consulting solutions firm
    Startup Company Counsel is a digital marketing agency for startups. Comprising three reputable Silicon Valley-based companies, it offers a complete range of services through which we give you access t [...]
    San Jose, California
    50 - 99 $50/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Kraftblick

    Digital Marketing for Software Companies
    Kraftblick is digital marketing agency for startups, tech companies, and SaaS enterprises. With our specialized expertise in content marketing, SEO, and PPC advertising campaigns, we can help take you [...]
    New York City, New York
    Under 49 $50/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • We Go Above and Beyond
    Transcend Digital is a top-tier digital marketing firm with expertise in the fields of customer experience, product development, and digital marketing. We cater to an extensive range of global client [...]
    Los Angeles, California
    100 - 249 Inquire Inquire
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  • We help startups crush their marketing goals
    Firebrand is a seasoned digital marketing agency for startups, that combines expert knowledge, proven marketing strategies, streamlined operations, and a unique touch to create successful campaigns. W [...]
    San Francisco, California
    Under 49 Inquire Inquire
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  • Connecting the right businesses to the right customers
    Frootful Marketing is a premier full-service digital marketing agency for startups. Whether you're starting from scratch with your business, launching a new product, or ready to elevate your brand to [...]
    Boca Raton, Florida
    Under 49 Inquire Inquire
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  • Leading the way in creative digital marketing
    Houston Digital Marketing is a comprehensive digital marketing agency providing top-notch services including SEO, website design, social media marketing, and more.
    Houston, Texas
    Under 49 Inquire Inquire
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  • THE SECRET INGREDIENT for your Startup
    Spicy Lemon Marketing offers top-notch digital marketing services exclusively for startups. Our expertise lies in refining marketing strategies through thorough market research and customized planning [...]
    Colorado Springs, Colorado
    Under 49 $150/hr Under $1,000
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  • GrowthExpertz

    Startup Marketing Done Right
    Experience exponential growth with GrowthExpertz, a leading remote digital marketing consultancy. Our team of startup marketing experts specializes in helping recently funded B2B and B2C startups scal [...]
    San Francisco, California
    Under 49 $100/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Verified
    Real. Relevant. Results. Reliable.
    At Elevated Internet Marketing, our commitment is to provide complete transparency and eliminate all the unnecessary hype. Our approach is data-driven, ensuring optimal conversions, sales, and client [...]
    Carlsbad, California
    Under 49 $150/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Eskimoz

    Because great startups need great data
    Digital Uncut offers simplified yet efficient solutions to your data challenges and gaps. We know you want to focus on creating impactful campaigns and engaging in exciting activities that inspire you [...]
    London, United Kingdom
    Under 49 $150/hr Under $1,000
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  • GrowthRocks

    The Growth Hacking Manifesto
    GrowthRocks stands as a leading global growth hacking agency, securing the coveted title of #1 worldwide in the field.
    London, United Kingdom
    Under 49 $150/hr Under $1,000
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  • We take ambitious brands to the next level.
    Our agency's ethos revolves around fostering growth and transformation for small businesses. We believe in crafting custom-tailored approaches that align with each client's unique goals and aspiration [...]
    Oxford, United Kingdom
    Under 49 Inquire Under $1,000
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  • Sugoi

    Digital Marketing Solutions
    Sugoi is a boutique digital marketing agency that focuses on social media marketing, SEO, content creation, and organic social media growth. We provide tailored online marketing strategies, personaliz [...]
    Savannah, Georgia
    Under 49 $100/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Kasm Consulting

    Filling the gaps in your marketing needs.
    Kasm offers individualized strategies for marketing, as well as coaching and consulting services. Kasm collaborates with you to develop marketing activities that are in line with your company objectiv [...]
    Saskatoon, Canada
    Under 49 $150/hr Under $1,000
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  • Let search and social work for you!
    Optimized Webmedia, established in 2013, is a comprehensive digital marketing agency specializing in services such as enterprise SEO, Google Ads PPC, web design, content marketing, social media, and m [...]
    Vancouver, Canada
    Under 49 $125/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Sion Creativos

    Marketing + Innovation + Communication
    Sion Creativos' mission is to help companies in the country to optimize communication with their customers and employees, increase their presence on the Internet and conventional media, generating a p [...]
    Cali, Colombia
    Under 49 $50/hr Under $1,000
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  • Digital-First Marketing Operations Agency
    Being a full-service marketing boutique, we understand the significance of genuine relationships with your clients, consumers, community, and contributors. Your brand does not "fit the mold;" thus, wh [...]
    Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
    Under 49 Inquire $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Verified
    Marketing Automation for your Business
    We are a team of online marketing professionals. We understand the search engine ecosystem and IT requirements for the current market. Our unique approach to SEO allows us the capability to take your [...]
    Delhi, India
    Under 49 $29/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Launching New Products And Companies Into The Market With Explosive Growth!
    The LaunchPad Agency is a leading public relations and digital marketing firm specializing in launching new products, apps, games, & more into the marketplace. Specialties include:* Go-To-Mark [...]
    El Segundo, California
    Under 49 Inquire $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Gaenzle Marketing

    Elevate Your Brand & Grow Your Business.
    We're a growth-focused, full-service digital marketing agency. Our top-level talent will work with you to launch your brand and take your business to a new level.
    Lancaster, Pennsylvania
    Under 49 $125/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • eTraverse

    Empowering Business Through Technology
    eTraverse is a well-reputed and affordable website, application and software development provider.
    Indore, India
    Under 49 $20/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Verified
    Skyrocket Your Profits from 17% to 2,000% with Tailored Digital Marketing Services
    Incrementors is an Award-Winning Digital Marketing Agency, 2021 Best SEO Consulting Agency by Design Rush, and Top #10 Most Reviewed SEO companies by TheManifest, also one of the fastest-growing compa [...]
    Sacramento, California
    100 - 249 $40/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Scopic

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    Your Cross-continental, Digital Innovation Partner
    With over 15 years of experience as a software product development company, we plan, build and promote new applications so you don't have to.Scopic excels in desktop, web, and mobile app developme [...]
    Marlborough, Massachusetts
    250 - 499 $40/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Magneto IT Solutions

    Verified
    Empowering eCommerce Excellence
    Magneto IT Solutions, an award-winning eCommerce agency, specializes in Node.js development. We excel in creating top-notch B2C, B2B, and Marketplace eCommerce solutions. Our Exclusive Partnerships wi [...]
    New York City, New York
    100 - 249 $30/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • DigitilizeWeb

    Verified
    Make things happen
    DigitilizeWeb takes pride in everything we do and collaborate with our clients to develop the most effective strategies for their businesses. We create a unique tone for your business and communicate [...]
    Manchester, United Kingdom
    Under 49 $20/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Delante

    Verified
    Data-Driven International SEO Powerhouse
    International SEO/SEM agency specialized in KPI-oriented search engine optimization processes. We provide hands-on services to power up our companies' digital optimizations. Ready to take your busines [...]
    Krakow, Poland
    50 - 99 $150/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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Startup Marketing Agency Hiring Guide

What is a startup marketing agency?

A startup marketing agency is a company that specializes in providing marketing services specifically tailored to the needs and budgets of early-stage businesses. It typically offers branding services, content creation, social media management, search engine optimization (SEO), pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, and analytics. 

While generalists provide similar services, startup marketing agencies understand the unique challenges and demands of developing businesses. Let’s take a closer look at potential obstacles your agency partner can help resolve: 

  • Risk of failure: 20% of new business ventures tend to fail within their inaugural year, with an additional 20% failing within two years. Furthermore, only half make it to the five-year mark. A single misstep can define your success or failure. A startup marketing agency can plan and implement strategies precisely based on the needs of your up-and-coming business. 
  • Limited resources: Startups operate within restricted resources, whether it’s time or capital. Startup marketing companies can guide you in making data-backed business decisions so you can optimize your assets while gaining tangible results. 
  • Biases toward problems and solutions: As a startup owner or manager, you will have a deep understanding of the new business’s inherent challenges. Your solutions may tend to be limited in scope, focusing only on a few aspects. A startup digital marketing firm can fill in the gap and provide you with an outside, unbiased perspective. 
  • Market appeal: Startups may bring innovation and disruption into the market, making them refreshing and attractive to stakeholders. Your marketing initiatives can make or break this game-changing status of attracting attention from potential investors. With a professional agency working on your strategies, you can boost the market appeal instead of diminishing it. 

Now, let’s explore how specialized marketing agencies specifically assist startups: 

  • Adaptability: Startup marketing agencies understand the unpredictable nature of budding business ventures. They are equipped to adjust and scale operations as needed. For instance, in cases of rapid growth, they can integrate new technologies or explore expansion into untapped markets to support their clients effectively. 
  • Comprehensive support for launch: While established businesses typically seek marketers to revitalize existing brands, startup agencies offer support right from the inception phase. This proactive approach is especially valuable for startups that are yet to introduce their brands to the market. A digital marketing agency for startups knows the best emerging trends and innovative approaches to help upcoming businesses stand out in competitive marketplaces. 
  • Budget considerations: Insufficient funding is the second largest contributor to startup failure, accounting for 29% of cases. Recognizing this, a startup marketing agency will carefully consider your budget, providing cost-effective solutions tailored to your financial constraints. Unlike conventional marketing agencies, it prioritizes maximizing value that’s within your budget to avoid unnecessary expenses. 

How are digital marketing agencies for startups unique?

Digital marketing agencies for startups offer both end-to-end and specialized digital marketing services. They work closely with clients to advise, strategize, and execute highly efficient online campaigns.  

What makes them unique compared with the generalist agencies is their focus, outlined below: 

  • Emphasis on branding as core strategy: While established corporations may have their branding solidified, newer ventures must diligently craft their brand image to connect with the target audience. Professional agencies can innovate your visual aesthetics, storytelling, and communication channels. Through market and competitor analysis, they can identify your unique selling points to make you distinctly stand out. 
  • Focus on rapid growth and optimization: By trying varying tactics to determine which are most sustainable for them, startups demonstrate greater flexibility with changing methodologies than larger corporations. A digital marketing agency for startups can leverage this for growth marketing. It can help you learn the different components of online marketing by refining strategies and operations iteratively. 
  • Concentration on identifying high-value accounts: A startup marketing company can introduce your business to larger accounts that can help propel your growth. By targeting high-value prospects, it can connect you with qualified leads with the potential to generate significant profits for your company. 

Why hire a digital marketing agency specialized in startups?

Startups need marketing to introduce their brand, build awareness about their offers, find a cohesive brand identity, and, ultimately, drive sales. Marketing helps startups understand customer needs and preferences so they can better meet the market demand. Without effective marketing efforts, startups may struggle to gain visibility in a crowded marketplace and differentiate themselves from competitors. 

You should hire a digital marketing agency specialized in startups to tap into its extensive experience and professional resources. Here are more reasons you should work with one to market your recently established undertaking: 

  • Expertise in the startup ecosystem: A seasoned agency understands the unique challenges and opportunities that startups have. It is familiar with the fast-paced nature of startup environments and can tailor strategies accordingly. 
  • Agility and flexibility: Startups need to rapidly adapt to the changing market conditions and evolving business objectives. Specialized agencies are adept at adjusting tactics and strategies to meet the dynamic needs of startups. 
  • Cost-effective solutions: Startups often operate on tight budgets. Digital marketing agencies specialized in startups typically offer budget-friendly solutions that provide maximum results within limited resources. 
  • Knowledge of target markets: Startup-focused agencies have experience identifying and targeting niche audiences relevant to new businesses. They understand the behaviors, preferences, and pain points of these audiences, enabling them to craft highly targeted marketing campaigns. 
  • Focus on the right channels: Experienced digital marketers assess each startup’s business model, target market, budget, and goals to select the right mix of channels to use. They make unified and strong brand messaging for websites, blogs, social media (Instagram, LinkedIn, and others), email, in-app ads, and more. 
  • Network and partnerships: Established startup-focused firms often have expansive networks and affiliations within the startup ecosystem. They can provide clients with valuable connections, resources, and opportunities for collaboration and growth. 

To illustrate these advantages of enlisting a professional agency’s services, here’s a case study by a startup marketing agency, Tuff Growth. 

soona, a self-serve content creation platform, needed to enhance its web traffic and online conversions. Through developing and testing six diverse creative assets monthly, Tuff Growth gleaned insights from performance data, swiftly adapted strategies, and scaled successful marketing elements. 

Collaboration with soona’s internal team facilitated the creation and testing of 19 creative assets across three paid channels within 90 days, with Pinterest and Meta as the most pivotal platforms. Tuff Growth’s services spanned paid media, creative strategy, SEO, and conversion rate optimization (CRO). 

The collaboration resulted in: 

  • Impressions increasing by 1.4 million  
  • Conversion rate experiencing a 45% increase  
  • Total sales growing by 57%

Why do so many startups hire a marketing team vs. hiring an agency?

Although hiring an agency may offer long-term benefits, many startups often choose to establish an internal marketing team. In fact, 56.9% of small businesses have dedicated internal marketers. This preference may stem from budding business owners and managers wanting more control over their campaigns, as building an in-house team allows them to develop their own marketing capabilities. 

However, this may come with higher expenses, undiversified skill sets, limited resources, and possible employee turnovers. There’s also the risk of hiring the wrong people which may cost at least 30% of the team member’s first-year wages. Given the budget limitations, startups couldn’t afford to incur such losses. 

To provide a clearer understanding of what hiring an internal team and engaging an agency entail, let’s explore the respective pros and cons of each option: 

 In-house team Specialized agency
Pros
  • Direct control over strategies and campaigns
  • First-hand knowledge of the business, the brand, and its products or services 
  • Investment in its own marketing capabilities 
  • Alignment with company values, culture, and vision 
  • Strong internal communication 
  • Expertise and guidance from seasoned experts 
  • Access to specialized expertise without long-term financial commitments 
  • Potential for ongoing collaboration and support 
  • Ability to scale resources up or down as needed 
  • Exposure to diverse external perspectives, approaches, and ideas 
Cons 
  • Higher expenses for hiring, training, and employee retention 
  • Ongoing expenses for salaries, benefits, equipment, tools, and software 
  • Risk of employee turnover 
  • Potential gaps in knowledge and skills 
  • Time constraints for building expertise and experience 
  • Dependency on an external entity for core marketing functions and execution 
  • Less predictable costs depending on the changing marketing needs of the startup 
  • Potential challenges in communication and coordination 

78% of companies acknowledge the need for a marketing partner capable of keeping up in a fast-paced business landscape. A specialized agency possesses this capability, while an internal team may require more time for training and learning. 

How much do digital marketing services for startups cost?

Digital marketing services for startups in their early phase will typically take up 10% of the projected annual revenue or $5,000 to $10,000 per month, on average. As startups progress into more mature stages, the proportion dedicated to marketing may increase to 10% to 25% of the total budget. Meanwhile, growth startups may need to allocate a significantly higher amount to digital marketing, i.e., 25% to 50% of the total budget. 

Some of the key factors affecting these costs are: 

  • Duration of sales cycles 
  • Marketing actions of competitors 
  • Target market size 
  • Profits generated per customer 
  • Pricing of products or services 

The top 50 startup marketing agencies on DesignRush charge an average of $88.77 per hour. Roughly 29% of the digital marketing agencies for startups on the platform accept projects with a minimum budget of less than $1,000, while only 1.03% have a $50,000 minimum budget.

How to choose the right digital marketing agency for your startup?

Identify the right digital marketing agency for your startup by following these pointers: 

  1. Scan the market: Find agencies online and understand their skills, experience, and rates. See their locations and the time zones they work in. 
  2. Check their portfolios: Visit their websites to get a feel for the service quality based on the projects and case studies they’ve published. Determine the balance between their work quality and the fees they require. 
  3. Look for the services you need: Delve deeper into their areas of focus to ensure they specialize in the solutions you require for your startup. 
  4. Read vetted reviews: These should reflect their work ethic, workflows, and processes. Take note of testimonials on project results and the likelihood of clients to recommend or work with them again. 
  5. Come up with a shortlist: Narrow your options to two to five prospective agency partners. Send them a request for proposal (RFP) and invite them for interviews. 
  6. Discuss and ask questions: During the meetings, allow the shortlisted candidates to walk you through their proposals. Get to know each by asking about their relevant backgrounds, services, processes, pricing structures, and more. This is also the time to assess the cultural fit and how well they communicate. 
  7. Decide and agree on the terms: Evaluate and compare their proposals and interviews. Reach a decision and sign a contract. 

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What questions to ask when interviewing startup marketing agencies?

Ask these questions when interviewing startup marketing agencies: 

Its Relevant Background  

  1. Have you previously worked with clients in our industry?  
  2. Could you provide case studies that demonstrate your experience in developing an entirely new brand from scratch? 
  3. What have been your biggest challenges in helping startups achieve their goals and how did you overcome them? 
  4. Which of your projects would you highlight and why?  
  5. What is the best digital marketing strategy for a startup? 
  6. What are your metrics for success of a startup’s short-term and long-term goals? 
  7. Which digital marketing services does your agency offer? Do you outsource any of them? 

Company Services and Processes  

  1. How do you stay on top of the latest trends in the industry?  
  2. What tools, including project management and communication tools, do you utilize to deliver your services? 
  3. What can we expect in the onboarding process? 
  4. Do you have a crisis management plan in place to cover all contingencies, including data breach? 
  5. How do you ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations? 

The Project 

  1. How can our internal teams support you in achieving our digital marketing goals? 
  2. How would we be able to track your performance?  
  3. How would you store and handle our data?  
  4. How much will your services cost based on our specific business requirements? 
  5. Can you provide insights into the expected return on investment (ROI) for your marketing services? 
  6. How do you envision our partnership evolving over time as our startup grows? 
  7. Are there additional services or strategies you offer that could benefit us as we scale? 
  8. How will you ensure that marketing efforts align with our budget constraints and startup growth goals? 

What are the best digital marketing agencies for startups in the U.S.?

The best digital marketing agencies for startups in the U.S. are: 

  • NinjaPromo 
    • 4.7 stars on DesignRush (4 reviews) 
    • 5.0 stars on Google (4 reviews) 
    • Top clients: Intellectsoft, Debay, IQONIQ, Stockmusic 
  • NoGood 
    • 4.1 stars on Google (9 reviews) 
    • Top clients: Nike, TikTok, Amazon, P&G 
  • Stackmatix
    • 5.0 stars on Google (21 reviews) 
    • Top clients: Playbook Products, Remoov, Groove.co, Dacast 
  • SeeResponse 
    • 4.2 stars on DesignRush (1 review) 
    • 4.6 stars on Google (9 reviews) 
    • Top clients: Product Savvy, Rybbon, Knack Technologies, PeopleStrong 
  • SimpleTiger 
    • 5.0 stars on Google (1 review) 
    • Top clients: JotForm, Segment, ContractWorks, SecureDocs 
About The Author and Expert Reviewer
Bisera Stankovska developed marketing-related content for LeanRank, Content Distribution, and Ridarec. She has numerous high-ranking articles under her belt, alluding to her expertise in the field. She now writes for DesignRush, still focusing on marketing with a touch of SEO.
Mariana Delgado is a renowned marketing expert with an extensive background spanning over ten years in digital marketing, sales management, search, and video advertising. She has led campaigns with a stellar 5:1 ROAS and worked at consulting giants like PwC and Deloitte. Her influence at DesignRush led to an impressive 200% growth in organic traffic, pushing the visitor numbers beyond the 500,000 mark.