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Best California Media Buying Company Rankings

112 Companies - Rankings updated: August 13, 2026

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  • Elevating Your Media Performance

    Elevating Your Media Performance

    Media Design Group (MDG) revolutionizes media buying and advertising with its innovative Smart Media Stack, seamlessly integrating digital and traditional channels. Combining advanced data with its proprietary technology, MDG delivers precise targeting and exceptional campaign performance. The agency's...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Programmatic Advertising for Every Screen

    Programmatic Advertising for Every Screen

    Grapeseed Media is a cutting-edge media buying agency that excels in deploying advanced programmatic technologies. The agency provides comprehensive services, from digital audio to connected television (TV), focusing on maximizing brand visibility and marketing performance. With a commitment to high media...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Bold Marketing for Unforgettable Experiences

    Bold Marketing for Unforgettable Experiences

    MASSIVEMEDIA is a guerrilla and ambient marketing agency boasting over 20 years of experience in delivering innovative advertising solutions. The agency specializes in place-based experiential advertising that captivates audiences and drives engagement for brands of all sizes. From public installations to...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Amplifying Your Brand's Reach

    Amplifying Your Brand's Reach

    Berk Marketing specializes in radio and TV advertising, leveraging direct-response strategies to generate qualified leads quickly and cost-effectively. Its unique approach to remnant radio advertising allows businesses to target specific demographics and achieve fast results without breaking the budget. With...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Data-Driven Media Solutions

    Data-Driven Media Solutions

    Ocean Media transforms advertising investments with data-driven strategies and advanced technology. The agency delivers custom media solutions that optimize budgets and ensure measurable outcomes. With over 25 years of expertise, Ocean Media creates impactful campaigns that resonate across platforms and drive...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    Location
    Huntington Beach, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Marketing That Bridges Communities and Creates Impact.

    Marketing That Bridges Communities and Creates Impact.

    Wicked Bionic is a purpose-driven marketing agency committed to fostering inclusivity and empowering diverse communities through impactful and socially conscious marketing strategies...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Strategy
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Shaping Stories. Building Movements. Inspiring Change.

    Shaping Stories. Building Movements. Inspiring Change.

    Fenton specializes in crafting compelling stories and building movements that inspire change. With a focus on traditional and digital strategies, they help organizations connect with audiences to drive social and corporate impact...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Branding
    • Media Buying
    • Video Production
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Expanding Horizons Through Creative Media

    Expanding Horizons Through Creative Media

    Peripheral Media is a full-service creative agency specializing in innovative media solutions that amplify brand visibility and engagement across diverse platforms...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Digital Strategy
    • Advertising
    • Branding
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    Location
    Anaheim, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Building Brands People Believe In

    Building Brands People Believe In

    Liquid Agency specializes in aligning brand, employee, and customer experiences to create belief and drive growth. By bridging brand consulting and activation, they deliver measurable business results and forge meaningful connections between organizations and their audiences...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Streaming done better.

    Streaming done better.

    Evolution Media Group - EMG - gives automotive agencies the streaming advertising tools they want to deliver the results their dealers need...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We plan and manage advertising campaigns for you.

    We plan and manage advertising campaigns for you.

    Float Media House is a dynamic advertising agency specializing in precision media planning and programmatic buying that helps brands and agencies scale their operations with enterprise-level impact, even on startup budgets. By leveraging cutting-edge cloud technologies, real-time data, and advanced analytics...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    Location
    Downey, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • The way we're wired.

    The way we're wired.

    DAE and Company is a marketing agency known for fostering long-term relationships with clients through strategic, creative, and responsive services. Their commitment to becoming an integral part of a client's operations has led to partnerships often exceeding two decades, demonstrating their value and...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Public Relations
    • Media Buying
    Location
    South Lake Tahoe, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up

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