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  • Quimby Digital

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    Social media, UGC and Reddit for CPG, baby and women's health brands

    Women-owned social media agency for CPG, baby and parenting, femtech and women's health brands. Organic social, creator and UGC programs, Reddit community programs and paid social for launch-stage brands, with a senior strategist on every account...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Content Marketing
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Dublin, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed

    Quimby Digital Services

    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Content Marketing
    • Advertising
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Hiya
    • Cerebelly
    • ZenBusiness
    • Antigua Apparel
    • Space Capital
    • Mamabird
    • Upwardly Global
    • Mangomint
    • Rothy's, L'ange
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Quimby Digital Reviews & Testimonials

    • Anthony Hernandez
      Anthony Hernandez Content Analyst at Living Spaces
      4.7★

      eCommerce Review from Anthony Hernandez

      The Quimby team provides actionable insights based on data driven reporting. From our partnership, we have been able to strategically plan and act on content recommendations that aim to move the needle. The team is very responsive and is willing to adjust strategies based off our goals and results.

    • Marc "Jake" Jacobson
      Marc "Jake" Jacobson Head of Brand at Antigua Apparel
      4.3★

      Social Media Marketing Review from Marc "Jake" Jacobson

      The Quimby Team has been great to work with. I challenged them launching Social Media Platforms for a 45-year old, multi-faceted apparel manufacturer that sells both wholesale + direct-to-consumer, that has never been active on Social and has never truly marketed itself. And, a significant part of our business is Sports Licensed Apparel + Golf, where we Sponsor PGA and LPGA Golfers. So, a lot of our social strategy happens in REAL-TIME. This is an INCREDIBLE CHALLENGE for anyone! Overall, they have done a really terrific job! Our best work comes with planning and collaboration, as well as being reactionary to real-time sports event results. Together, we have developed a strong creative + messaging platform that provides brand consistency. We have also developed realistic KPI's. And, Quimby has delivered on all.

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  • Led by Nike's Former Global Director of Paid Media

    Neon Growth manages over $1 billion in media across Meta, Google, TikTok, Reddit, Snapchat, and AppLovin for Fortune 500 and high-growth consumer brands. Media planning runs alongside creative production and measurement under one team, so budget decisions and creative testing inform each other...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    10 Projects Listed
  • The Agency Run by The World's #1 and #3 PPC Experts

    AdVenture Media built SHERPAOS, a proprietary measurement platform pulling data from Google, Meta, Shopify, CRM, and call tracking into one dashboard. The system flags budget and bidding adjustments that account teams then act on...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • CRO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Woodmere, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    36 Projects Listed
  • Y'all

    VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.

    Performance Creative That Drives Serious Revenue for DTC Brands

    Y'all buys media across Meta, TikTok, Google, and X Ads, including Google Merchant Center optimization for e-commerce feeds. Media buying runs alongside pixel audits and attribution platform setup so spend decisions rest on clean tracking data...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Media Buying
    • eCommerce
    • CRO
    • Show more
    Location
    San Antonio, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed

    Y'all Services

    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Media Buying
    • eCommerce
    • CRO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • FlavCity
    • Pamos
    • Sweat Tent
    • Sono Bello
    • Loverboy
    • Sijo
    • Lolli
    • Allie+Bess
    • Bandolier
    • Popsmith
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Y'all Reviews & Testimonials

    • Lucy Ji
      Lucy Ji Co-Founder at Irritated Inc.
      5.0★

      Digital Advertising Review from Lucy Ji

      We brought Y'all in to audit our Meta and Google campaigns and tell us what was broken. They dug into campaign setups, creative performance, audience targeting, and spend efficiency, then handed us a clear, actionable plan to fix it. The results were hard to argue with. ROAS jumped 184.6%, purchase routing became smoother, and our budget started working a lot harder.What impressed us most was how tailored everything felt. They took the time to understand our brand before making a single recommendation. Nothing was generic. They also walked us through the findings in a recorded session and hosted a live Q&A so nothing got lost in translation. Professional, responsive, and genuinely collaborative from start to finish. No complaints at all.

    • Kristen Elworthy
      Kristen Elworthy Marketing & Growth at Lawnbright
      5.0★

      Digital Marketing Review from Kristen Elworthy

      Y'all has been fantastic to work with for us, a small e-commerce company heading into a scaling year. We found Y'all when looking to up our creative game in 2026 and have been thrilled with their ideas and execution, as well as how quickly they have learned our brand.We quickly brought them on to do paid media buying as well and they have been instrumental in helping us scale spend and revenue during our busy season. Most importantly, they are collaborative, responsive, smart and data driven.For a boostrapped ecomm brand, bringing on agencies is always a huge financial commitment and it can be nerve wracking. Y'all's founder and team clearly care about their clients and outcomes, they go the extra mile, and they are committed to their success. We find them to be true partners.

    • Neha Salgaonkar
      Neha Salgaonkar Director of DTC at Save Trees
      5.0★

      Performance Marketing Review from Neha Salgaonkar

      When we started working with Y'all, we were spending just $2,000 to $3,000 a month on Meta. Our goal was to scale that spend profitably while keeping customer acquisition costs in check. They did exactly that. New customer acquisition grew measurably and ROAS moved in the right direction, all without blowing past our CAC targets.What made them stand out was how plugged in they were. The team monitored our account closely, often sending daily updates and making quick adjustments without needing to be prompted. They never felt like an outside agency. They genuinely cared about the brand and it showed in how they worked. No complaints from our end.

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  • Growth Done Right

    Moburst buys media for clients including Google, Uber, Samsung, and Reddit as part of its mobile-first digital marketing stack. The agency holds TikTok Partner and Premier Google Partner status, giving accounts VIP support across major ad platforms...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    10 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
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Anacapa Productions

    Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.
    Full-Service Video Production Company

    Anacapa Productions places ad buys across YouTube TV, Peacock, Hulu, Paramount+, ESPN, Discovery, Roku, and Tubi, among other major streaming services. Campaigns get built around each platform's targeting capabilities rather than a single generic buy...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Video Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    10 Projects Listed
  • Welcome to Social House. We Make Media Human.

    Social House delivers monthly, quarterly, and annual wrap reports for each media campaign, tracking performance against the original strategy over time. Landing pages get built specifically for each campaign rather than routing traffic to a general site...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Show more
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    10 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
    • Show more
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed
  • One team for your marketing, website, and AI with prices you can read and work you own.

    DGR TechLabs is a US-registered (Wyoming) digital agency running marketing, web and software builds, and AI under one senior team since 2018. We publish fixed prices for productized work, scope retainers in writing, run month-to-month with no lock-in, and hand clients full ownership of every asset, account...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • CRO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Sheridan, Wyoming
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    9 Projects Listed
  • Strategic PR And Media Relations For Global Brands

    ZECOMMS is a global tech PR and strategic communications agency helping startups, scale-ups, and venture-backed companies gain international media visibility. Specializing in media relations, startup PR, and thought leadership, the agency secures coverage in leading business and technology publications...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Media Buying
    • Market Research
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Creatives With Agency

    SG Cartel is a global creative services coalition headquartered in Los Angeles, specializing in fashion, luxury, beauty and premium lifestyle. We build culturally resonant brands through creative strategy, storytelling and narrative architecture, graphic design, campaign concepting and content production...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Media Buying
    • Package Design
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • 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
    • Show more
    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
  • Your Marketing Precision Partner

    Bullseye Strategy is a boutique digital marketing agency delivering big-agency results. We specialize in SEO, paid media, content, and full-funnel strategies that drive real business growth. With senior-level talent and personalized, data-driven campaigns, we turn traffic into ROI...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Web Design
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Hollywood, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Phase 3 Marketing and Communications is an integrated marketing services company providing solutions from ideation to execution. Our mission is to simplify life for marketers by delivering the most-needed marketing services in-house, under one roof...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Public Relations
    • Media Buying
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $185/hr
  • Smarter Marketing Starts Here

    Born in Floridas competitive hospitality scene, J. Oliver Advertising now drives data-first growth for service businesses, e-commerce brands, and professional firms such as law firms, medical clinics, wellness brands, and beyond...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Show more
    Location
    Pompano Beach, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Your Ecommerce Marketing Agency for Predictable & Profitable Growth

    QRY stands as a strategic marketing agency dedicated to facilitating the expansion of burgeoning consumer brands through our established test and learn methodology. Our expertise lies in empowering brands to effectively utilize paid media, enabling them to penetrate online spaces and connect with their target...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Branding
    Location
    Jersey City, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Scale Your Business Faster

    Vix Media Group empowers businesses by providing expert guidance for organic growth. Our team of industry professionals collaborates to deliver impactful, results-driven campaigns. We build meaningful partnerships, focusing on our clients unique goals to drive significant outcomes...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • Digital Services
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Southwest Florida Video Production & Marketing Agency

    With RED DOT MULTIMEDIAs creative services, your business wont just be seenitll be remembered. From eye-catching visuals to strategic storytelling, We help you reach and engage your audience on the platforms they love most, turning followers into loyal customers...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Port Charlotte, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $135/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Outstanding marketing and strategizing for brands

    Located in Portland, Oregon, Fish Marketing is an advertising and marketing agency that provides comprehensive services, specializing in automotive branding, aimed at driving tangible results for our clients...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
    • Creative Services
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Portland, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Broad Vision, Bold Results

    Skyline Digital Marketing is an Anderson, SC based agency with 12 industry certifications and a proven track record of delivering solid ROI for our clients...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Anderson, South Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Marketing Services That Drive Results

    Digital Marketing Charlotte is a full service digital marketing agency that provides web design, PPC, SEO, & consulting services to small to mid-sized businesses. We primarily work with businesses right here in Charlotte but are open to taking on clients nationwide. We have but two priorities when it comes to...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Web Design
    • CRO
    • Show more
    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/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...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $235/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Elevate Your Brand With Our Expertise

    Indigo Studio is a boutique social media marketing agency based in New Jersey, specializing exclusively in hospitality and F&B brands. By combining creative storytelling, content production, and performance marketing, the agency helps restaurants, venues, and hospitality businesses stand out and drive real...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Roselle Park, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Own your client acquisition system.

    Notorious Creative Agency builds client acquisition systems. Paid ads on Meta and Google, conversion-focused landing pages, a fully configured CRM, automated nurture and retargeting, and AI appointment setting that contacts every lead in under five minutes, 24/7 assembled into one owned pipeline...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • CRO
    • Show more
    Location
    Bushkill, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Are Modern-Day Storytellers That Live and Breathe Brands.

    We like to think of ourselves as modern day storytellers, telling stories through beautiful design, words, and thought. Immersed in culture and art, we live to create intuitive brand connections and iconic brands.Achieving an emotional and cultural connection with the consumer is our main focus...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Media Buying
    • Show more
    Location
    Coral Gables, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Win the First Tour

    Talexy is a senior living marketing agency helping assisted living and memory care communities attract more qualified families, increase occupancy, and reduce reliance on costly referral agencies. Through targeted advertising, SEO, AI search visibility, website development, and lead generation, we help...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Media Buying
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Delaware, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Raise your profile.

    Big Logo Advertising is a Los Angeles-based agency specializing in producing commercials and visual content for auto dealerships and other clients. From concept development to platform delivery, the agency offers end-to-end video production and creative services at competitive pricing...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Advertising
    • Creative Services
    • Video Production
    • Media Buying
    • Show more
    Location
    Manhattan Beach, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We Help Brands Unlock Their Greatest Potential

    High-end brands defy commodity. Luxury products compete on the value of their experience, not retail price. Affluent buyers want to fall in love with a brand. But they also need reasons to believe in it. This makes the luxury purchase cycle longer. But once you win a new customer, you earn their loyalty...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Market Research
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Show more
    Location
    Jackson, Mississippi
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Lighten Your Marketing Load With Specialized Experts

    Our approach is simple: we want to help your business thrive in a way that feels authentic to you. Whether its refining your story, crafting a strategy that fits your unique goals, or simply offering thoughtful guidance along the way, were here to lighten the load and help you move forward with confidence...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Harwich, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Curating Hospitality Stories

    Brown Marketing is a full-service marketing agency specializing in luxury travel and hospitality, helping hotels, resorts, and boutique properties build strong, memorable brands. Acting as an extension of each clients team, the agency provides senior-level expertise across brand strategy, storytelling...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Danville, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • AI-powered Market Research Agency With Advanced Technology

    Savvy Marketers is a global market research and consumer insights partner with 14+ years of experience. Trusted by J&J, Kimberly-Clark, Bayer, Merck, PepsiCo, Church&Dwight, and JPMorgan Chase. Our AI-powered platform combines biometric research, social listening, proprietary panels, and advanced segmentation...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • Big Data Analytics
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Graphic Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Princeton, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Image Marketing Elevating Brands with Strategy & Innovation.

    Image Marketing is a top-ranked agency offering expert traditional and digital marketing solutions. With 10+ years of experience, we serve local and national clients across industries, delivering award-winning branding, PR, and design. As in-house partners we craft strategies that set brands apart...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Public Relations
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Hartford, Connecticut
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $14/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Revolution In Internet Marketing

    BROagency is a USA-based digital marketing and lead generation agency that helps businesses accelerate growth through innovative internet marketing strategies and performance-driven campaigns. With a focus on advertising, lead generation, and digital business development, the agency combines strategic...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Product Design
    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Florida, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Reach The Digital Mountaintop

    Local Lead Growth is a results-driven digital marketing agency helping local businesses generate more leads through SEO, Google Ads, AI automation, web design, and conversion-focused marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    North Attleborough, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    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