Our directory of media buying agencies in the US is evaluated using five core ranking criteria and reviewed by a team of 12 industry experts, backed by more than 480 verified client reviews. This methodology provides a clear, credible way to identify the right media buying partner. 

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  • Outright

    Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.
    Award Winning Creative Agency | Branding. Design. Advertising. Experiences. | Based in DC

    Outright plans and buys media for both consumer brands and nonprofits, working at the intersection of advocacy and commercial marketing. Clients span Marriott, Adidas, McDonald's, and organizations like the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Video Production
    • Digital Marketing
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $190/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    15 Projects Listed
  • Bringing Together Expertise, Experience, and Enthusiasm

    Vizion Interactive buys media across paid search, programmatic display, remarketing, video, and social advertising under one PPC & Media division. Google Shopping, Local Inventory Ads, and Local Service Ads management round out the retail-focused end of the practice...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • eCommerce
    • AEO
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Top Paid Media & Performance Marketing Agency. We Develop Measurable Success.

    HK Digital built HKD Alerts and HKD Brand Control, proprietary tools that flag account issues via Slack and automate bid management across accounts. Media buying decisions get informed by these systems rather than manual platform checks alone...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • eCommerce
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Marketing & Creative Agency

    We're ThinkRaven, a marketing and creative agency. We strategize, make videos, and run ads for consumer brands, at every stage of the buyer's journey, globally and at scale...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Video Marketing
    • Design Services
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 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...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $180/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed
  • Culturally Relevant. Market Driven.

    Tagliani Multicultural is a fullservice advertising and digital agency specialising in multicultural and Hispanic market engagement, helping premium brands expand market share through culturally resonant campaigns and strategic insight...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Orlando, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • RGray is an AI-accelerated, performance-oriented marketing agency for crypto, AI, SaaS & FinTech

    RGray is an AI-accelerated, performance-oriented marketing agency for crypto, AI, SaaS, fintech, and tech companies. Since 2019, we've served 80+ tech businesses, supported 15 token launches, and raised $30M+ for our clients - earning a 4.9 rating on Clutch, with 15% of clients staying with us...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Branding
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Data-Fueled Advertising.

    McKay takes a serious look at new technologies, how they are currently being consumed, and the ability to attribute revenue through their marketing usage. This fresh approach allows the agency, media, and clients, to experience more positive engagement that leads to ROI. MA+A is known as an authority in the...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Tampa, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • The Data-Driven Agency for Growth-Stage Brands

    Founded in 2014, Exverus by Brainlabs is a global, independent media agency growing brands with a scientific approach to full-funnel media planning & buying, traditional and programmatic advertising, retail media & e-commerce, paid search, paid social, and analytics...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Digital Strategy
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • OOH & Digital Media Buying For Music & Culture

    Wild Posting, Billboards & Digital Media Buying for Music & Culture" 66 chars, or "Out-of-Home & Digital Advertising for Music & Entertainment...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Creative Services
    Location
    Inglewood, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Unlocking Digital Strategies For Local and FinTech Brands

    At Uniweb, we're more than a digital agency; we're your dedicated allies in the ever-evolving digital landscape. Our commitment to excellence and results drives us to combine creativity, technology, and strategic insight to elevate local businesses and global FinTech projects...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Design Services
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Software Development
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Your Trusted Digital Partner

    Emizen Tech is an acclaimed IT organization that specializes in delivering top-of-the-line e-commerce solutions to various industry verticals. Our core areas of expertise are hybrid app development, CakePHP, and finance app development. Our team of technically outstanding and highly experienced e-commerce...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • IT Services
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    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed
  • Generating Creativity

    Whether marketing memorable brands, or designing alluring interiors, at Desert Society were passionate about generating creativity to help the people and businesses of the SoCal region shine that much brighter...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed
  • We make marketers fearless.

    Silverback Strategies is a performance marketing agency helping $100M+ B2C brands grow through paid media, SEO and advanced measurement...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Reston, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We're BrandRukus, We're People Who Get People.

    Our specialties include media buying and optimization of Meta, Google, Affiliate marketing management, and e-commerce solutions. We have assembled a team of top talent including leading business solution experts to provide the best experience for our clients. In short, we pursue your goals relentlessly...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
  • Your Partner in Paid Media

    Already running paid media? Feel like your account has become stale or stagnant? We will provide a free audit to uncover areas of inefficiency, opportunity, and new initiatives. Our complimentary audits have saved our clients hundreds of thousands of dollars...

    Top Services:

    • Email Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Caldwell, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Passionate About Entertainment Marketing

    We're not just passionate about Hispanic Entertainment Marketing, it's the only thing we do. And we've been doing it for over 33 years. Contact us to know more!...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Pioneers in Media Buying

    Media Two stands as a prominent player in the realm of media buying, distinguished by their comprehensive approach to managing both conventional and digital acquisitions from within their organization...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • eCommerce
    • SEO
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    Location
    Raleigh , North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Champions of Big Ideas

    We are Champions of Big Ideas. A Dallas / Fort Worth Creative Consulting Firm. We have a broad range of business-to-consumer and business-to-business advertising experience. From startups to Fortune 500's. We work with the world wide leader in sports and the local community college...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Branding
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Fort Worth, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We Build Growth Engines For Ambitious Companies

    Obrofy is a data-driven digital marketing agency that helps businesses generate qualified leads and accelerate revenue growth through SEO, AI Search Optimization (GEO), Local SEO, paid advertising, and conversion-focused website strategies. Founded in 2020, the agency combines data, AI, and multi-channel...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
    • Media Buying
    • SEO
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Full-service advertising agency

    This dynamic agency offers a comprehensive range of services, combining creativity with expertise to deliver optimal results. Specializing in strategic media placement across various platforms, the company ensures each campaign is built on thorough and accurate research to benefit its clients effectively...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    Location
    Woodbury, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • The Marketing Agency Focused on Your Success

    We believe thoughtfully designed customer experiences informed by well-defined brands create moments worth remembering and sharing and those extraordinary moments get, keep and grow more brand lovers for our clients. And as your marketing partner, we'll keep you informed on how those marketing dollars are...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Video Production
    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Chandler, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $170/hr
  • We grow bold brands in LATAM through Timeless Content

    Positive Agency is where bold creativity meets the vibrant pulse of Latin America. We dont just follow trends we design them, tailoring every idea to resonate with the culture, rhythm, and diversity of our region. For us, creativity isnt a department, its our DNA...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Clearwater, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Connect + Protect

    Resolute is a global agency specializing in paid media, performance marketing and measurement...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $375/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We're The Agency Your Last Agency Wasn't

    We're a globally recognized digital marketing agency headquartered in California. We specialize in performance marketing, with a focus on lead generation through social media and Google. Our team of experts has garnered numerous awards for our exceptional work in the field of digital marketing...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • CRO
    • eCommerce
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    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • A Research-Based Creative Agency for Challenger Brands.

    Watson Creative is a research-driven branding and creative agency based on the West Coast. We specialize in brand strategy, design, marketing, and digital experiences that help businesses and nonprofits grow with purpose and impact...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Digital Services
    • Creative Services
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Portland, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $225/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Your Unique Story Is Yet To Be Told

    Unique Image is an award-winning creative solutions firm with over 25 years of expertise empowering brands and driving positive change for corporate and Fortune 500 enterprises. Our end-to-end campaign tactics push multimedia and design limits to offer new chances for immersive marketing. We work with brave...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $400/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We tell visual stories that sell

    We are a full service video production company specializing in commercials, digital ads, direct response and corporate videos. We help companies connect with their market through video and deliver content on time, on spec and on budget...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Media Buying
    Location
    Wayne, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/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...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Business Consulting
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $190/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Make More Women Millionaires

    Growth Lab is an all-women performance marketing agency built on a simple structure: four senior directors, one per channel, and one of them runs your account personally. No junior handoffs, no templated playbooks. We manage Google Ads, paid social, and lifecycle email for women-owned businesses in ecommerce...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • CRO
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    Location
    Herriman, Utah
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A Bigger Stage For Your Business

    Woman-owned advertising agency and commercial production company. We produce TV and streaming commercials and run targeted ad campaigns for businesses nationwide...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Strategy
    • Video Production
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Kennewick, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Digital Marketing Strategy. Inspired by Real Data. Tailored to Your Brand.

    Publish Today Media deploys some of the most advanced digital marketing strategies and Ad Tech platforms available today. We help you achieve your company's marketing goals using 'Full Funnel' marketing techniques that ID & find your ideal prospects, create awareness, and provide all the messaging touchpoints...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Services
    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Reading, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Creatively Advancing Business

    Blink Advertising is a full-service marketing and communications agency specializing in integrated B2B and B2C solutions that help businesses strengthen their brands, engage audiences, and achieve measurable growth. For more than a decade, the agency has combined strategic thinking, creative execution, and...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • PR. Branding. Marketing.

    Proxy PR is a New York City-based media communications firm, proponent of intellectual curiosity, and enthusiast for the legal and legal technology industries...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Reputation Management
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Turning Vision Into Visuals Image into Income

    TVA Media Group is a full-service direct-response media agency and production studio founded in 1987 and based in Studio City, California. The agency delivers end-to-end marketing solutionsspanning infomercials, documercials, TV and digital commercials, MEDIABlitZ!® campaigns, media buying, and earned media...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Media Buying
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Moving Pictures.

    BlueStar Media offers comprehensive motion picture and media production services tailored to corporate communications, advertising campaigns, training videos, and documentaries. With a dedication to excellence, our team of professionals utilizes cutting-edge technology and creative expertise to deliver...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Media Buying
    Location
    Needham, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Getting Your Story to the Right Audience

    D S Simon Media helps clients get their stories on television, through satellite media tours and by producing and distributing video content to the media. We also produce virtual events for fundraising, panel discussions and awards programs. Established in 1986, we have won more than 100 industry awards. Top...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Media Buying
    • Audio Production
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Harness the Power of Data and Fuel your Digital Marketing Success

    Attention Media leverages data as the cornerstone for achieving exceptional accuracy, engagement, and efficiency in advertising. Through advanced data-driven tools, in-depth analysis, and tailored management, we create campaigns that connect your business directly with your target audience, delivering...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Santa Monica, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Maximizing Revenue, One Data-Driven Campaign at a Time.

    We Speak Tourist®. We are a full-service marketing agency working exclusively with growth-oriented tour, attraction, adventure and leisure clients to attract more guests and increase ticket revenue...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
  • The Original Street-Level OOH Advertising

    Wild Posting® is an out-of-home (OOH) advertising company specializing in high-impact, street-level advertising and guerrilla marketing. The company provides Wild Posting®, billboards, 8-Sheets, bus bench advertising, mobile billboards, in-theater advertising, and other guerrilla advertising formats for...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Event Marketing
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    Location
    Inglewood, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Pay - For - Performance Ecommerce Marketing

    Amplitude Digital is a Los Angelesbased, awardwinning digital marketing agency founded in 2004. The boutique team of approximately 3049 specialists delivers high-growth strategies in PPC, SEO, social media, and web design for e-commerce and fast-growing brands. A Google Premier Partner with multiple Tech...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Burbank, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Big Work, Big Impact

    We are in the attention business. We are a full-service advertising agency that doesn't do boring. We create attention through BIG WORK that makes a BIG IMPACT...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Branding
    • Video Production
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Marketing A Better World

    Hive Digital - Marketing a Better World - is an award-winning digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, AI search optimization, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), paid media, and digital strategy...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    • Show more
    Location
    Holly Springs, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $185/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Connecting Brands and Technology.

    FINE is a digital agency that helps brands connect with customers through various platforms by offering services in strategy, design, and technology. Their expertise has helped industries such as wine and spirits, hospitality, consumer technology, banking, and finance stand out in a crowded market...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Digital Strategy
    • Creative Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Portland, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
  • We're Not Big Guys, Just Big Thinkers.

    We've never been seduced by a short cut or known a summary we could trust. We study your world until we believe it. There's a reason our branding stays relevant. It isn't luck and its more than talent...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Content Marketing
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Longmont, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Connecting brands to the world's most influential stories, talent, and audiences.

    At Forge Entertainment, we believe great stories create powerful connections. We specialize in elevating brands through strategic partnerships, authentic integrations, and compelling content that resonates with audiences and delivers measurable value...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Media Buying
    • Content Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Nashville, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • 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...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Feature Your Success

    Pressiqa serves as the pivotal link between your brand and top-tier publications, effectively showcasing your unique story to a wider audience. With our expertise in media relations, we ensure your narrative receives the recognition it deserves, maximizing exposure and engagement...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Reputation Management
    • Event Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • A full-service marketing agency obsessed with results

    MassMedia is an independent, fully-integrated, marketing, advertising, and public relations agency founded in 1997 with offices in Las Vegas, Phoenix, and Orange County. For nearly three decades, MassMedia has helped organizations unlock transformative growth by pairing data-driven strategy with award-winning...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Media Buying
    • Public Relations
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Las Vegas, Nevada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • PPC Advertising Done Right

    Forge One Marketing is a performance-driven PPC agency based in Washington State, specializing in paid media strategies that drive real business growth. We help product-based eCommerce and service brands scale through smart campaign management across Meta, Google, and more, combining data-backed decisions...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
    • Show more
    Location
    Stanwood, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

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Media Buying Agency FAQs

What services do media buying agencies in the United States provide?

These types of agencies help brands with: 

  • Performance-focused digital campaigns: High-demand campaigns across Meta, TikTok, YouTube, Search, and CTV, prioritizing short-form video and measurable, creative-led performance. 
  • Full-funnel paid media tied to creative-led campaigns: Roughly 60% to 70% of clients bundle creative and media for faster cycles, fewer handoffs, and performance-built creative. 
  • Programmatic and CTV packages: Growing rapidly, with challenger brands investing $15K to $150K per month for scalable reach, automated targeting, and measurable lift. 
  • Paid social advertising: Cross-platform campaigns delivering 1% to 2% average conversion rates, with top performers exceeding 3% on Meta and TikTok. 
  • Audience & competitive analysis: Audience research and competitor benchmarking to guide budget allocation and identify the highest-ROI channels. 
  • Analytics & performance reporting: Real-time KPI tracking, A/B testing, and optimization across impressions, CPM, CTR, conversions, ROAS, and attribution paths. 

How much do media buying services in the US cost?

Most media buying agencies charge between $100 and $150 per hour. They rely on a mix of retainers, spend-based fees, and setup costs, depending on scope and complexity.  

These numbers are based on industry research and expert insights from Colormatics:  

Fee Type Typical Cost Range Notes 
Monthly retainer $1,500 to $10,000 Based on complexity and channel mix 
% of media spend 10% to 20%  Scales with spend and performance scope 
One-time setup fee $1,500 to $3,000Tracking, pixels, dashboards, QA 
Hourly rate $100 to $150+ Specialized strategy or audits 

Beyond agency fees, overall campaign budgets vary significantly based on scale, channels, and timelines. The table below outlines common budget ranges for different types of media buying engagements. 

Campaign Type Budget Range Typical Scope 
Pilot campaigns ~$25,000 1 to 2 platforms, short run 
Integrated campaigns $50,000 to $300,000 Multi-channel, performance tracking 
Large/national campaigns Up to $500,00012 to 24 weeks, heavy media mix 

 

When can clients expect ROI from paid media campaigns?

ROI timelines vary by channel based on learning cycles, inventory dynamics, and optimization requirements. This table outlines when early performance signals usually appear and when results tend to stabilize. 

Channel Early Signals Stable Performance 
Paid social 7 to 21 days30 to 45 days 
Google Search 3 to 10 days (with volume) 8 to 12 weeks
YouTube 5 to 10 days3 to 4 weeks 
CTV/Programmatic4 to 8 weeks 10 to 12 weeks

 

What are the typical timelines for media buying projects from planning to launch?

Project timelines depend on campaign scale, creative complexity, and channel mix. These are typical expectations from strategy and setup through launch and ongoing optimization. 

Campaign SizePlanning & SetupBuild & QAOptimization CadenceTotal Timeline
Small-scale1 to 2 weeks3 to 5 daysWeekly 4 to 8 weeks 
Mid-size 2 to 3 weeks 1 week 2-3× weekly 8 to 12 weeks 
Large/Multi-channel 3 to 5 weeks 1 to 2 weeks Daily12 weeks to 6 months 

 

What KPIs should your business track when working with these agencies?

When working with a media buying agency in the US, KPIs should be selected to reflect both media efficiency and business impact, ensuring performance is measured beyond surface-level engagement.  

Key KPIs to monitor include: 

  • Impressions, reach, frequency, and CPM to assess delivery efficiency and audience exposure 
  • Click-through rate (CTR), cost per click (CPC), engagement rate, and video completion rate to evaluate creative and audience relevance 
  • Conversion rate, cost per acquisition (CPA), return on ad spend (ROAS), and customer acquisition cost (CAC) to measure profitability and scalability 
  • Attribution coverage, assisted conversions, and incrementality to understand paid media’s true contribution across channels 
  • Budget pacing, spend utilization, and testing velocity to gauge operational discipline and optimization effectiveness