Looking for a direct marketing company in Chicago to connect directly with your target audience? We've compiled the top agencies in The Windy City, after reviewing their services, client success stories, and data-driven strategies — to offer local businesses top candidates. Browse our listing and filter it by hourly rate, reviews, budget, and other criteria to find the ideal direct marketing partner for your business.Â
Best Chicago Direct Marketing Agency Rankings
12 Companies - Rankings updated: April 01, 2026
We evaluate every agency on DesignRush according to expertise credentials and client satisfaction ratings. Some placements are sponsored.
Think Web. Think Smart. Partner With the #1 Rated Digital Marketing Agency.
Outsmart the competition with best-in-class digital marketing services. With over 1,000 5-star reviews online, SmartSites is America #1 rated digital marketing agency. Call (201) 870 6000 for a free consultation. Get more traffic. Acquire more customers. Sell more stuff. SmartSites works for you. [... see all SmartSites reviews ]Top Services:
- Direct Marketing
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
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Digital Marketing Project for Home & Garden Company A-Absolute Plumbing
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Digital Services Review from Paloma Anguiano
Overall I feel very confident working with Patrizia and Darius from Smart Site, they have given us clear explanations and accompanied us throughout the process for the growth of the brand. The attention to us is very fast and they advise us in an adequate way.
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Digital Services Review from Brianna Porter
SmartSites impressed me from day one. They are knowledgable, kind, and most importantly keep things simple and streamlined so that even an SEO-newb like me can understand. Tiffany and Luna are my main points of contact and they are especially great! I would recommend to anyone looking for an agency to really take their website and digital presence to the next level.
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PPC Review from Jim Curry
At first, a survey was conducted to gather company background, product information, target markets, etc. Next, accounts were established on various Google Business platforms, social media, etc. Then SmartSites created the ads and campaigns, and we were off and running in just a few weeks.
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Our work is the culmination of creative visions, brilliant ideas and full commitment.
PopArt Studio offers an all-inclusive digital creative suite for your brand to thrive and stand out from the crowd. [... see all Popart Studio reviews ]- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 60 Projects Listed
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Web Development Review from Milanko Branković
It is a pleasure to work with their team. Very creative and innovative. With their suggestions and active contact with the client, Popart Studio creates an atmosphere in which conceptual solutions are quickly reached.
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Web Development Review from Ryan Williams
Great team and support. We have been very demanding and PopArt has done a fantastic job.
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WordPress Review from Sandra Lazić Kuzmanov
PopArt Studio brought our internal page closer to who we are as a company and community of young, talented and intelligent people. They have first listened, then they gave us complete ideas, and they continue to offer support. The end result is a graphically creative, professional and very user friendly solution.
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Digital Marketing That Drives Results® - WebFX®
Our team of digital marketing experts has a proven track record of delivering successful campaigns that drive results for B2B enterprises. Contact us today to optimize your marketing strategy! [... see all WebFX reviews ]- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accountsWebFX Services
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Digital Marketing Project S. Clyde Weaver Real Results 
Digital Marketing Project Cutting Edge Firewood 
Digital Marketing Project Furbo 
Digital Marketing Project HydroWorx 
Digital Marketing Project Kampgrounds of America 
Digital Marketing Project Marketview Liquor
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eCommerce Development Review from Kate Auchenbach
Over the past few years, we have been working with WebFX on various ongoing projects surrounding our websites. They have taken our SEO from non-existent to one of the best websites throughout our time working together. They provide easy-to-understand, solutions-oriented objectives for us and can work cohesively with us to achieve those goals. I like their ability to work hand-in-hand with you and keep you informed in such an organized manner with progress reports.
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SEO Review from Joshua Fetterolf
I have enlisted WebFX to revamp and run my digital presence. I was in way over my head in regards to SEO and Google Ads. WebFX has really helped us turn the corner and I've seen our visibility go way up.
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Digital Services Review from Wendy W
The WebFX team has been committed to our success in generating leads for our specialty insurance business. Our account manager has always been responsive and has provided great resources and advice during our partnership. She celebrates our wins with us and puts in extra hours when we need assistance.
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Make Things Happen with Stevens & Tate!
Stevens & Tate Marketing is a full-service creative, marketing, and advertising firm based in Chicago that serves clients nationwide. We are experts in website design, martech, search engine optimization, social media, interactive advertising, package design, media buying, and broadcast advertising. [... view Stevens & Tate Marketing profile ]- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
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Digital Marketing Project St. Catherine's Village Marketing Program 
Digital Marketing Project Carstens Medical Equipment Brand Strategy 
Digital Marketing Project Wheaton College Artist Series 
Digital Marketing Project Gonnella
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We build brands that shine
ShineThru Branding is a virtual, top-rated branding and marketing agency serving clients across the world. We work with established organizations looking to create an image and impact their customers will remember. To get there, we work together with you to build an authentic and comprehensive digital [... see all ShineThru reviews ]- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Corporate Branding Review from Meg Simon
With so many innovative ideas, ShineThru has helped Bee Line Support stand out in our industry. The branding knowledge, skill level, and communicative partnership they provide have been crucial for developing new initiatives to ensure healthcare networks are familiar with us as a growing, national company.
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Driving Results Through Innovation And Expertise
We are Jacobs & Clevenger, a full-service agency dedicated to crafting innovative marketing solutions. Our expertise spans direct marketing, digital strategy, advertising, and AI, ensuring your brand stands out and achieves measurable success. [... view Jacobs & Clevenger profile ]- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
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At Bandwidth Marketing we specialize in mayhem, in a good way.
We call ourselves a Creative Consultancy. Why? Because we don't come in touting ads or digital or social or whatever. In each initial meeting, we simply listen.We ask about your business objectives, buyers, budgets, and brand. In this way, our strategic and creative solutions are right for your needs, not [... view Bandwidth Marketing Group profile ]- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accountsBandwidth Marketing Group Services
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Digital Marketing Project Grubhub #grublove 
Digital Marketing Project Tropicana "Heart of the Orange" 
Digital Marketing Project Guaranteed Rate Field "Sweet Home Chicago"
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Excellent Marketing And Branding
BatesMeron is a creative agency that was established in 2005 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL. Their team comprises dynamic problem-solvers and idea generators, all of whom are devoted to branding, marketing, and web design. [... view BatesMeron Sweet Design profile ]- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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- J. Murray & Associates is a full-service website design and marketing agency located in the Chicago suburb, Downers Grove, Illinois. We offer a wide range of services from marketing collateral to digital marketing including website design and development, SEO, video, social media marketing and more.. For over [... view J. Murray & Associates profile ]
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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Lisa Wenzel's Review Sourced from Google
J.Murray and Associates offers extraordinary websites while including SEO during creation. They provide all copy and really learn about your business and industry for a spectacular price! I looked at a number of other companies and their pricing was astronomical! I am extremely happy with our finished website, it looks spectacular. We are a boutique real estate company and this website has the look and feel of a major firm's site and has exceeded our expectations. We believe our modern website has opened up great opportunities to grow our business and to educate our prospects and clients. Thank you J.Murray & Associates!
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We worked with the owner of this website development company for months and they not only did not finish my website but will not respond to ANY email after we paid Jennifer Murray $12k in person. She promised to work with our company to develop a practical and decent website but she charged us and turned on the website without ANY completion or follow-up. Please DO NOT GIVE BUSINESS TO J.MURRAY & Assoc.
Show moreChuck Sabey's Review Sourced from Google
Freedom Hall has partnered with J. Murray and Associates as our marketing agency for over 10 years. Their marketing material for us includes our seasonal brochure, print advertising, performance programs, flyers and posters, constantly draws praise for its pleasing and professional design. We count on J. Murray and Associates to provide guidance on digital marketing trends with our website, SEO and internet advertising. They also keep us updated and competitive with our traditional marketing and advertising materials. On an annual basis, our ticket sales have been trending upward with the 2013 – 2014 season seeing our highest percentage of sales per show since I have been working with J. Murray and Associates. J. Murray and Associates is a sponsor of the Freedom Hall Series, so not only do they provide us with great assistance, they believe in the product we are selling!
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- At Digital Destination, we believe your online and mobile strategies should be simple and straight forward. You want to Be Found, Be First, and Be Chosen. We conduct a free, comprehensive analysis and customized review of your current online presence so you kinow where your current strategies are working [... view Digital Destination profile ]
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accountsDigital Destination Services
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Brice Callison's Review Sourced from Google
Would not recommend, we tried them for 6 months and our SEO and google ads performance as terrible, the cost per click and conversion was 4-6x what were getting now that we've switched. they also billed us for an additional month after we canceled, they said in email that we would be refunded but we have not received anything back and now they are ghosting us.
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This company is great. So easy to work with, their marketing tactics can help any business that works with them succeed!
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The team at Digital Destination is great. The first thing that jumped out was how focused they were on collaborating with us and establishing trust in their approach and process. They were patient and helped us through our inexperience.The team has a great blend of experience they bring into the engagements so you can tap into that along the way.I highly recommend Digital Destinations when you are looking to optimize, expand and ultimately drive a profitable business impact through your social media strategy.
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Common Ground Advertising
At Popskull, we believe that in today's constant white noise of advertisements and messages, it can be hard for brands to stand out. That is why our team strives to create clear strategies and campaigns capable of cutting through all the chaos. We do this by connecting customers directly with relevant [... view Popskull profile ]- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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From end to end: Strategies. Goals. Results.
At Stretch PR, we set goals and we achieve them stretching to deliver results beyond expectations. We do this by developing creative strategies that garner attention, setting goals, executing flawlessly and measuring results. [... view Stretch PR LLC profile ]- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
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About The Author and Expert Reviewer
Vanessa Maandal is a digital writer with expertise in content marketing and creative direction. She has developed successful campaigns for global brands, such as Boehringer Ingelheim, Kellogs Singapore, and Friesland Campina. At DesignRush, she writes content focused on marketing strategies led by award-winning agencies to connect them with like-minded organizations and individuals.
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