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Top Paid Media & Performance Marketing Agency. We Develop Measurable Success.
HK Digital helps eCommerce brands grow with expert Paid Media, Search, and Social strategyplus advanced reporting, analytics, and Slack KPI alerts. [... see all HK Digital LLC reviews ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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PPC Review from Viet Nguyen
We've had a very positive experience working with HK Digital as our paid media partner. As an ecommerce business focused on sustainable growth and performance accountability, we value partners who combine strategic thinking with reliable execution and HK Digital has delivered on both.From the start, the team demonstrated strong organisation, clear communication, and a collaborative mindset. They took the time to understand our business goals, customer acquisition challenges, and revenue targets, then translated those into structured paid media strategies across our core channels.One of the biggest strengths of HK Digital is their ability to balance performance optimisation with long-term growth thinking. Reporting is clear, actionable, and focused on outcomes that matter to the business not just channel metrics. The team is proactive in identifying opportunities, testing new ideas, and refining campaigns based on data.Since working together, paid media has remained a major contributor to our ecommerce revenue, with campaigns consistently driving qualified traffic, supporting customer acquisition, and helping us scale efficiently. Their responsiveness and willingness to adapt quickly to business needs have made them feel like an extension of our internal team rather than an external agency.Compared to other agencies we've worked with, HK Digital stands out for professionalism, reliability, and a genuinely collaborative approach. They are solutions-oriented, dependable, and focused on delivering measurable impact.I would confidently recommend Travis and HK Digital to any ecommerce brand looking for a performance marketing partner that understands both the commercial realities of running a business and the technical execution required to grow it.
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Media Buying Review from Ben Cheema
HK Digital is a reliable and results-driven partner. The team is strategic, responsive, and easy to work with, consistently delivering strong performance and clear communication. Highly recommend them for anyone looking for a knowledgeable and accountable digital marketing agency.
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Performance Marketing Review from Carol Shih
We've partnered with HK Digital as a performance marketing partner and have referred business back and forth with full confidence. Travis Herndon is extremely knowledgeable, direct, and efficient the kind of partner who doesn't waste time, overpromise, or hide behind buzzwords.His customer service and response time are excellent, communication is clear and matter-of-fact, and most importantly, the results speak for themselves. Travis approaches performance with discipline and accountability, which is exactly what serious brands need.If you're looking for a straightforward, high-integrity performance partner who delivers without the noise, HK Digital is a strong choice.
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Top Rated SEO Agency by Forbes, USA Today, Backlinko, & Search Engine Land
Searchbloom is an award-winning, performance-driven digital marketing firm specializing in SEO, PPC, and CRO. We build custom strategies around business models and margins, execute under one roof, and stay accountable to measurable revenue focused results for mid market and enterprise brands. [... see all Searchbloom reviews ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
#1 Ranked Amazon Marketing Agency. We are your Amazon Advertising & Growth Partner.
Ranked as the #1 Marketing Agency for Amazon by Design Rush, Clutch, Influencer Marketing Hub, & Make Use Of. Amazon Advertising is what we do! [... see all Nuanced Media reviews ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Where are you going? We'll take you there!
At encite, we are a full-service marketing and branding agency that offers integrated marketing services to aid in business and brand development. While the majority of ad agencies produce excellent work, they are not shifting the needle because they are not focused on the company's most essential objectives. [... see all Encite Branding + Marketing + Creative reviews ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
There Is No Limit
3Q/DEPT has been helping innovative businesses succeed since 2008. Through 3Q's assistance, brands such as Square, ModCloth, SurveyMonkey and Eventbrite have evolved from up-and-comers to industry leaders! For more information on the services we offer visit https://3qDept.com/contact today - it could be your [... see all 3Q/DEPT reviews ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- For over twenty years, we've been helping clients meet and exceed sales and strategic goals, through effective marketing that engages their target audiences in meaningful ways. [... see all Orange Media Group, Inc. reviews ]
Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Data-driven digital marketing - We partner with our clients to drive tactful, sustainable growth.
ADM is a performance marketing agency specializing in eCommerce and healthcare. Our approach is centered on client success, underpinned by our extensive knowledge, transparency, and experience. [... view Accelerated Digital Media profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Target | Excite | Connect
TEC Direct Media is a media agency in Chicago. We plan and buy media for artists, brands and agencies so they can generate awareness, acquire new customers and drive sales. [... view TEC Direct Media profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Accelerating Brand & Demand
BrandAction Agency is a privately-owned agency that integrates and balances branding, demand generation and customer experience to help innovative companies connect more deeply and quickly with their customers for greater profitability and enduring value. [... view BrandAction Agency profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $225/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Architecting growth with purpose.
NOVUS is an independent media agency that architects growth with purpose where every media decision is intentional, measurable, and built for impact. [... view NOVUS profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $185/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Empathy Driven. Creative Powered.
Dame Creative is a female-led full-service creative agency based in Chicago, specialising in brand strategy, design and storytelling that connect meaningfully with people and drive business outcomes. [... view Dame Creative profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Connect + Protect
Resolute is a global agency specializing in paid media, performance marketing and measurement. [... view Resolute Digital profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $375/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Elevating Brands | Growing Businesses
Winger Marketing is a full-service marketing and public relations agency headquartered in Chicago. Winger Marketing has worked with businesses to create effective integrated marketing and public relations programs and campaigns since 1986. We work seamlessly with internal resources or, in some instances [... view Winger Marketing profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $190/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
#1 Video Production & Social Media Marketing Agency
Creating content for your brand is hard work. We make the video creation process super simple bringing hyper-engaging, eyeball-hungry, premium video content that drives revenue to your doorstep. Turn on a waterfall of new customers for your business with the best branded video content on the planet. [... view INDIRAP profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Marketing Leads To Results
Real FiG Advertising + Marketing is an award-winning marketing agency with two offices in Chicago, IL and Denver, CO. As your one-stop shop for all of your marketing needs, we specialize in a wide variety of digital and traditional forms of marketing including website design, search engine optimization, brand [... view Real FiG Advertising + Marketing profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Make Art That Doesn't Waste Time
Geletka+ is an full-service, independent, creative-first agency based in Chicago. We help brands move faster and make a bigger impact by cutting unnecessary process and building integrated teams around the work that matters most. [... view Geletka+ profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
A New Way of Thinking
Let's make your brand stand out! Cooperate Marketing is the perfect partner to help you do just that. We bring unique solutions tailored to exceed all of your expectations - a far cry from generic advertising agencies and stock platforms. With our expertise in through-channel marketing, such as cooperative [... view Cooperate Marketing profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Right Message. Right Place. Real Results.
Heron is an award-winning entertainment marketing and lifestyle communications agency. Our comprehensive results-driven campaigns are ROI-proven and help garner attention that leads to real bottom line results.Our robust local, national and international campaigns include not only Public Relations and [... view Heron Agency profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Driving Business Forward: Overcoming Today's Growth Challenges with Modern Solutions
SWIDIA is a results-driven performance marketing agency that empowers modern companies to achieve their growth goals. Our focus is on utilizing both established and cutting-edge acquisition channels to elevate your brand and drive success. Our team of experts is dedicated to delivering measurable results and [... view SWIDIA profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Taking Flagship Brands From Basic To Brilliant
Based in New York City, THE CHARLES was founded by sibling duo, Aaron Edwards and Samantha Edwards in 2011. Driven by their respective passion for culture, creativity, strategy, finance and technology, they sought to create a digital-first agency that would do things differently [... view The Charles Group profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $235/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Performance Television Everywhere
We are a boutique, full-service advertising agency targeting English and Spanish speaking consumers with media and analytic specialties in television (linear and OTT/Advanced), print and radio (terrestrial, digital and podcast). We also have full video, print and radio creative service capabilities. [... view Modus Direct profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Sparking Growth At Every Step
Eicoff is a performance TV and audio agency. Our creative inspires action. Our flexible media approach delivers greater reach, response and ROI. And our data methodology brings unparalleled clarity and insight to measurement. Everything we do has one goal: sparking growth for our clients. [... view Eicoff profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
Chicago's key driver of media strategy
We started Marketing Keys with a simple mission. Help Presidents, CEOs', Marketing Directors, CMOs, Regional Managers and others create the most well thought out, efficient and effective media campaigns. [... view Marketing Keys profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Creating Success through High-Performance Marketing
At iMarketings.eu, we specialize in supporting U.S. eCommerce companies in expanding their business operations in the European and Scandinavian markets. Our goal is to help these companies reach new customers, increase revenue, and establish a stronger presence in these regions. [... view IMarketings.eu profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Envision Your Success With Digital Excellence
We're Envisionit, a full-service digital agency. Our team combines digital marketing expertise with creative design and cutting-edge technology to drive growth and maximize your ROI. Let us help you envision your success! [... view Envisionit profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $155/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
A pioneer in marketing communications
For over fifteen years, 1905 New Media has been a trusted marketing communications firm based in St. Louis. Our expertise lies in copywriting, strategic planning, visual identity, public relations and branding. In recognition of our exceptional work, we have been honored as one of the top 25 PR firms in St. [... view 1905 New Media profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Strategic Marketing, Global Impact
Silverfox is a global Marketing & Communications Consultancy offering digital and traditional marketing, corporate training, and new media consulting. [... view SilverFox Digital profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Integrated Marketing Communications. Data-Driven Solutions.
Effective Marketing leads the way in innovative B2B and B2C paid media strategies, delivering measurable results through data-driven program development, management, and analysis. With a focus on accountability and innovation, the agency creates integrated marketing communications that drive business impact [... view Effective Marketing profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
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 [... view MASSIVEMEDIA profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Science and Art, Perfectly Aligned.
GRP Media is a Chicago-based, full-service media agency delivering customized, ROI-focused media strategies. Combining data-driven insights with creative intuition, they craft standout campaigns across all paid media channels. [... view GRP Media profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
Your Video, Everywhere.
Tower Media specializes in video media planning and buying, leveraging data-driven strategies to deliver ROI-focused campaigns across every screen. From broadcast to streaming and social platforms, they connect brands with their ideal audience. [... view Tower Media profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Your media buying partner - for everychannel
MBuy, a division of Mediaocean, combines everychannel media expertise and the best advertising technology in the industry - providing advertisers with superior media buying and planning services that reach and engage the right audience, in the right channels. [... view MBuy profile ]Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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