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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Silverfox is a global Marketing & Communications Consultancy offering digital and traditional marketing, corporate training, and new media consulting...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At Juice Consulting, we add vitality to every single campaign we take on. AKA, we bring the JUICE! We strive to be one of the hardest working PR and marketing agencies in Austin, Texas and have a long-standing commitment to client satisfaction. We aim to be on the bleeding edge of the cutting edge as a...
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- Public Relations
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Kiosk is a full-service marketing agency that connects the dots between insights and impact, creativity and conversion, people and purpose. Headquartered in Novato, California, we drive meaningful results by putting people at the heart of everything we do...
Top Services:
- CRO
- Advertising
- Branding
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Novato, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $210/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
At Radically Distinct, we understand that growing a small business can be challenging. That's why we've developed a systematic and data-driven approach to digital marketing that takes the guesswork out of the equation. Our team of experts provides customized strategies, tactics, tools, and support to help...
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- Advertising
- Email Marketing
- Direct Marketing
- Content Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Corbec Media is a full-service marketing agency that can help you take your business to the next level. We offer targeted, branded marketing including web design, content creation (original written and video production), social media management and digital advertising. An advocate for small businesses, we...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- New Orleans, Louisiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
D&GG Marketing Communications and Advertising, Public Relation. As a family-owned and operated business, we pride ourselves on delivering every assignment on time and within budget. We have never missed a deadline or failed to meet a clients objectiveand our standard is simple: were only as good as our most...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Video Production
- Design Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Amp Strategy is a full-service marketing and communications agency based in Akron, Ohio, specializing in amplifying the authentic voices of mission-driven organizations. The agency offers a comprehensive suite of services, including marketing strategy, public relations, social media management, content...
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- Advertising
- Public Relations
- SEO
- Video Production
- Branding
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- Location
- Akron, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Old Westbury, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Located in the woodlands Texas. We are experts at brand design & strategy, and video marketing & advertising. We believe that stories move the world. We channel the power of storytelling when creating marketing solutions for our clients...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Spring, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
While talent is undeniably a pivotal factor, it's essential to acknowledge that talent is a global asset. In conjunction with talent, our commitment to rigorous work discipline and streamlined processes empowers us to deliver work of exceptional quality at a cost advantage, facilitated by the utilization of...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Public Relations
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a women-owned marketing agency located in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, specializing in everything marketing!...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Jackson, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
Decoder is a digital marketing agency specializing in driving targeted traffic, increasing conversion rates, and profitably scaling customer acquisition. What makes them unique is their all-senior level team, customer-centric process, and exceptional track record across industries. Noteworthy clients include...
Top Services:
- SEO
- PPC
- CRO
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Simply put, PHXGospel Media specializes in Marketing Videos including post-production, Website design, and aerial photography. We can craft advertising campaigns, purchase media slots and OOH marketing just as well...
Top Services:
- Audio Production
- Logo Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
Forward First Media has been transforming single-location local businesses in Michigan into multi-location successes for over a decade. Our expertise lies in scaling businesses efficiently and effectively. With a proven track record, we drive growth and expansion for our clients...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Fife Lake, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Allora Media empowers small businesses by capturing authentic, real-time content of their teams and services in action. We handle everythingfrom on-site filming and professional editing to curating and scheduling posts across multiple platforms. Our streamlined approach allows businesses to focus on what they...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Southington, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Alpyne Strategy is a privately held marketing & social media agency with a headquarters in Murfreesboro, TN, serving clients nationwide. We help your brand elevate to new heights...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- Public Relations
- Web Development
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- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Roxfire is a performance-driven marketing agency focused on building scalable revenue systems, not just running ads. We help service businesses generate consistent, high-quality leads through Google Ads, Meta Ads, and SEO, all integrated into one optimized acquisition system...
Top Services:
- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
San Diego Marketing & SEO is a full-service digital marketing agency specializing in search engine optimization, web design and development, PPC management, social media marketing, content marketing, email marketing, reputation management, and online presence analysis...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- AEO
- SEO
- Advertising
- Branding
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
You're not in the marketing business. You're in the plumbing business. We make sure you never have to become a marketing expert just to keep your schedule full. Our team builds complete plumbing lead generation systems using SEO, paid ads, AI automation, websites, CRM, email marketing, and review generation...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- CRM Consulting
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
EasyPRwire is a full service digital press release distribution platform designed to help businesses and agencies secure high authority media placements. We simplify the PR process by connecting your announcements directly to top news networks, search engines, and niche publications. With guaranteed...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Public Relations
- Digital Strategy
- Reputation Management
- Branding
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Strategy. Creative. Technology...
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- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
- Content Marketing
- Creative Services
- Video Production
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- Location
- San Carlos, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We Got U is your partner for full-service digital marketing. We drive results through SEO, ads, and more. Reach out today to boost your business!...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Delaware, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
Thumbvista, since 2012, uses programmatic advertising tools such as geofencing and audience data to allow advertisers to reach the right audience based on location, time and interest...
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- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
- Digital Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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
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- Location
- Hartford, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $14/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
From full-scale digital marketing and advertising strategy, right through to our precise execution and reporting...that's right, we've got you covered...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
Aroluxe is a full service marketing agency that provides web design, SEO, social media management, traditional marketing, and paid search marketing services. We offer full service plans as well as a la carte products to serve specific needs. Contact us to find out how we can help you cultivate high quality...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Branding
- Logo Design
- SEO
- Web Development
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- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
C9 Staff is a boutique remote staffing solutions provider with deep talent penetration across 35 top international talent markets and a client base that includes top tier digital marketing agencies, software development companies, eCommerce sites, professional services firms, and contact centers in the US...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Call Centers
- eCommerce Development
- BPO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
Scaledon's team of experts guides clients through the full marketing cycle with 15+ years of experience. From strategic planning to data management and reporting, our services cover every aspect needed for a successful campaign - including PPC, SEO, email initiatives and creative content/designs...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Portsmouth, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Massive Impressions specializes in online marketing and advertising, providing custom services based on each client's specific needs. Using real-time digital metrics, we maximize the effectiveness of every marketing dollar spent...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Boca Raton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Welcome is a full service agency delivering brand, strategy, social media, digital, marketing, content, technology & development, data solutions - 100% in-house & under one roof. Our award winning teams craft integrated solutions that drive growth, impact & measurable success. You are Welcome...
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- CRM Consulting
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
BonBonica Digital Marketing Agency specializes in assisting local businesses in discovering and engaging with new customers. While you concentrate on refining your service delivery and products, our team formulates effective strategies to ensure their successful sales. We consistently create impactful...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Swampscott, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
KR1STNA Media delivers end-to-end marketing, sales, and technology solutions that accelerate growth. We blend strategy with execution, helping businesses streamline processes, strengthen customer journeys, and maximize ROI. From CRM automation to creative campaigns, our team equips leaders with tools and...
Top Services:
- CRM Consulting
- Business Consulting
- Digital Services
- WordPress Website Design
- CRO
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- Location
- Evesham, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Outreach Strategists is an award-winning strategic communications and marketing agency specializing in digital marketing, community outreach, and public affairs for education, workforce development, transportation, infrastructure, and healthcare clients across Texas and the United States...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Public Relations
- Video Production
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Sukle (pronounced soo-kul) is an independent, creatively-led agency built to solve the toughest and most interesting challenges our clients face. For 30 years, Sukle has used unexpected creativity to drive positive change for purpose driven client organizations...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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
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- Location
- Florida, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Centripe is an all-in-one CRM and marketing automation platform that helps marketing agencies and businesses run their sales and marketing from one place. You can collect and manage leads, send email and SMS campaigns, build websites and landing pages, and automate everyday tasks. Centripe also uses smart AI...
Top Services:
- Affiliate Marketing
- Direct Marketing
- Event Marketing
- eCommerce
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Menlo Park, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
American Koders is a USA-based software development company delivering innovative and customized digital solutions for startups and established businesses...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Kalispell, Montana
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Founded in 2013 in Riverside, California, Raincross is an award-winning performance marketing and advertising agency with a team of 1150 employees. The agency specializes in full spectrum digital solutions including web design, SEO, paid media, programmatic advertising, branding, and consultancy helping...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Riverside, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Jadi is a strategic brand agency built for science-forward consumer brands health, wellness, beauty, nutrition, and technology. We translate product truth, ingredient science, and real innovation into stories that build belief and systems that scale it.Strategy. Story. Systems. Scale...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Content Marketing
- Video Production
- Advertising
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- Location
- Laguna Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Digital Marketing and Advertising Agency in Oklahoma, We are a One-Stop Shop, Full Service Marketing Company for all your advertising needs. Our philosophies embrace today's consumer and the buying patterns that take place. Today's consumers have a wealth of information at their fingertips and we make sure...
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- Advertising
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Elasticity demonstrates courage in our everyday interactions in partnering with the challenger brands of the world, stretching boundaries in order to break through the mass of mediocrity all to create solutions that not only solve our clients unique business challenges. We do it in a way that positions brands...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Business Consulting
- Advertising
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- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
With over two decades of experience, Kerigan Marketing Associates (KMA) stands out as a beacon for businesses looking to reach the next level. Our team - composed of professionals with deep roots in big brands - specializes in helping companies within the healthcare, education, tourism and financial services...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Mexico Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Striv Agency is a creative agency based in Irvine, California, specializing in e-commerce growth through strategic design and web development. The agency combines strategy, branding, creative design, web development, SEO, advertising, and marketing services to help companies strengthen their market position...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $98/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We help businesses grow with AI powered tools and human creativity...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Park City, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We create data-driven marketing strategies tailored to your business to boost visibility, engagement, and conversions...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Camp Hill, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
With over two decades of industry experience, Reverb Communications stands out as a proven veteran among video game PR and marketing agencies. Were attuned to your requirements, whether youre a game developer, game publisher, entertainment company, tech startup or hardware maker...
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- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- Public Relations
- Digital Strategy
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Naples, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
EverestX places dedicated, pre-vetted marketing specialists with companies that want senior execution without agency overhead. Tell us the role; within about 48 hours you get a matched specialist across paid media, SEO, email, social, creative, or growth who works as part of your team. Engagements are...
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- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $12/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Vefogix is your trusted partner for enhancing online visibility through strategic content marketing and high-quality link-building solutions...
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- SEO
- Digital Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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
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- Location
- North Attleborough, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
DeVoy Marketing is an owner-operated digital marketing agency based in Port Charlotte, Florida. We help contractors, home service companies, and other local businesses attract qualified inquiries through Google Ads, local SEO, website design, and social media advertising. Our work connects targeted traffic...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Web Design
- CRO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Port Charlotte, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/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 $3,000 | Tracking, 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 $500,000 | 12 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 days | 30 to 45 days |
| Google Search | 3 to 10 days (with volume) | 8 to 12 weeks |
| YouTube | 5 to 10 days | 3 to 4 weeks |
| CTV/Programmatic | 4 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 Size | Planning & Setup | Build & QA | Optimization Cadence | Total Timeline |
| Small-scale | 1 to 2 weeks | 3 to 5 days | Weekly | 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 | Daily | 12 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
















































