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  • Get Ready for Benchmark-Shattering Results

    At Marketing Doctor, we are transforming the media planning and buying landscape one client at a time. Our unique strategy of converging traditional and digital platforms is ahead of its time--we create unparalleled synergy across channels while ensuring maximum value for our clients' marketing budgets. We're...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Northampton, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Digital and marketing agency of Boston

    CommCreative is a marketing agency with a strategic mindset and creative energy that is deeply rooted in digital. We are passionate about crafting stories that truly express the core of our clients and connect with their target audiences. Whether it is B2B or B2C, we believe in stirring up emotions to inspire...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Media Buying
    • Web Design
    • Advertising
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Framingham, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • 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
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    Location
    Portland, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
  • Reimagining What Marketing Can Do

    PRISM Marketing Communications is a comprehensive creative agency that provides a wide range of strategic services, including advertising, digital marketing, branding and public relations...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • Branding
    • Market Research
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    Location
    Columbus, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Clarity That Moves.

    A full-service marketing agency blending strategy, creativity, and technology to build bold brands, powerful campaigns, and measurable growth for mission-driven organizations...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Winchester, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Fast. Flexible. Focused.

    We are experienced problem solvers and engaging storytellers, adept at translating business goals into clear marketing objectives and communication strategies that are executed with smart, creative solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Midland, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Make Art That Doesn't Waste Time

    Geletka+ is an full-service, independent, creative-first agency based in Chicago. We help brands move faster and make a bigger impact by cutting unnecessary process and building integrated teams around the work that matters most...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Marketing More Affordable Than You May Think Possible

    Our marketing approach is to identify exact opportunities for getting your business more customers, sales, and revenue. We want to give your products and services the right messaging, design, and media channels at the most efficient price possible...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
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    Location
    Boston, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Helping Spokane Business Owners Grow

    Spokane Marketing is a unique full stack marketing agency based in Spokane Washington. We are small team of young, sharp minded and tenacious young adults who saw that there was a drastic need to connect Business owners to customers. Most marketing agencies are owned or operated by people who quite frankly...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Spokane, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • 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
  • Ready To Make an Impact Online

    Milestone Inc specializes in transforming digital experiences and boosting content visibility - so businesses across industries can acquire more customers and drive engagement and revenue. We take a proven omnichannel approach to get you the best results possible!...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A New Way of Thinking

    Let's make your brand stand out! Cooperate Marketing is the perfect partner to help you do just that. We bring unique solutions tailored to exceed all of your expectations - a far cry from generic advertising agencies and stock platforms. With our expertise in through-channel marketing, such as cooperative...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Event Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Fostering a culture of achievement

    With a decade of experience, Level Agency has become an engine for growth-minded brands. We partner with clients to create powerful performance marketing campaigns that maximize their ROI and reach the right consumers at the perfect time...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Engineered Marketing for Your Needs!

    Since our establishment in 2013, we have delivered more than 300 successful projects, harnessing the expertise of our team with over 50 years of collective software development experience...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Media Buying
    • UI/UX Design
    • Advertising
    • Branding
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    Location
    Tampa, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Impactful Paid Media & Digital Strategies

    Dragon360 is a dynamic digital agency specializing in comprehensive solutions, from ad campaigns to strategic consulting, designed to resonate with audiences and drive tangible results. Employing people-centered and data-driven strategies, Dragon360 crafts impactful digital experiences. From strategic...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Kingston, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • 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
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    Location
    Nashville, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Right Message. Right Place. Real Results.

    Heron is an award-winning entertainment marketing and lifestyle communications agency. Our comprehensive results-driven campaigns are ROI-proven and help garner attention that leads to real bottom line results.Our robust local, national and international campaigns include not only Public Relations and...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Grow Your Brand With The Best In Integrated Marketing

    Omni-channel marketing partner helping brands build sustainable, long-term success. With over 20 years' experience, our exceptional branding, advertising, digital marketing, reputation management and other services have helped clients thrive in competitive industries...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Media Buying
    • Email Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Video Marketing
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    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • A Result-Oriented Advertising Firm

    Through data-driven marketing strategies, we collaborate with you to achieve your business objectives. Let us assist you in interpreting and directing the information your data provides about your customers and sales...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Email Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Brea, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We are storytellers

    South City PR is a nationwide public relations agency established in Charleston, South Carolina. Since its founding in 2013, South City PR has provided experience in public relations for the food, hospitality, cookbook, lifestyle, and boutique hotel industries. We are experts in PR, marketing, branding, and...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Charleston, South Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • 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
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    Location
    Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Integrated Marketing Communications. Data-Driven Solutions.

    Effective Marketing leads the way in innovative B2B and B2C paid media strategies, delivering measurable results through data-driven program development, management, and analysis. With a focus on accountability and innovation, the agency creates integrated marketing communications that drive business impact...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Essential E-commerce Paid Ads Plus That Keeps Your Cost Per Acquisition Low.

    Essential E-Commerce Paid Ads: We help e-commerce brands with a proven product scale profitably with certified Meta Ads and Google Ads management plus the ad creative that keeps your cost per acquisition low...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce
    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • Advertising
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    West Palm Beach, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $55/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A boutique agency experience any budget can afford

    Brassic stands as a boutique digital marketing agency, distinguishing itself by its ability to deliver results for clients and partners across various budgetary considerations. We invite you to communicate your needs, and we will devise strategies to enhance the prosperity of your business...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Event Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Manchester, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $130/hr
  • Make Your Next Project Hassle-Free. On Time. On Budget. Absolutely.

    We specialize in TV & streaming commercials, corporate, promotional and music videos. Serving the NY tri-state area and Hudson Valley region...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Digital Services
    • Creative Services
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Mahopac, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Digilant is a full-service digital media agency built for the modern marketing era...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    Location
    Boston, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • We Make Marketing Human.

    Robineau Media is a women- and Black-owned full-service digital marketing agency headquartered in Syracuse, New York, with additional presence in New York City. As a HubSpot Solutions Partner, the agency combines strategy, ad tech and data-driven insights to deliver personalized, omni-channel marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    Location
    Syracuse, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • We Work as Hard as You Do

    Unlock the full potential of your programmatic advertising with our comprehensive solutions. Our team of experts offers comprehensive solutions for brands and agencies - from planning through optimization; we have you covered!...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Specialized Social Media Content + Marketing Agency

    As a leading social media marketing agency, we excel in crafting premium, data-driven campaigns designed to build brand personality and drive conversions. Our social-first approach covers everything from creative strategy, production, and editing to ad buying, making us the go-to marketing agency for brands...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Media Buying
    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Bold Marketing for Unforgettable Experiences

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

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • More fans, sales, and profit for sports, music, and entertainment companies

    Bauer Entertainment Marketing is a full-service agency providing strategic consulting & campaign management. We provide marketing that delivers more fans, sales, and profit for sports, music, & entertainment companies.We are industry leaders in removing barriers & capturing opportunities for growth...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Nashville, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Impactful Storytellers

    Hilton Multimedia is your one-stop destination for all of the digital marketing and advertising services you need. From website design to media planning, content creation to PR campaigns - we'll craft a tailored strategy that's perfectly suited to make your business shine!...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Suffolk, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Digital Marketing & Advertising for Tech Brands

    We supercharge revenue for B2B tech brands and the agencies that serve them in industries as diverse as SaaS, DevOps, HealthTech, GenAI, and FinTech...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Jersey City, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Copacino Fujikado Advertising is a full-service, fiercely independent agency that believes every brand deserves breakthrough work...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Market Research
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Seattle, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $275/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • The B2B Tech Ad Agency That Gets Sales

    Clients come to Austin Lawrence to grow to a liquidity event. They are seeking the next funding round, to be acquired or become the consolidator in their vertical. We have decades of experience in B2B SaaS and tech marketing and mastery of contemporary AI and GTM tools...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • CRM Consulting
    • Show more
    Location
    Norwalk, Connecticut
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Exactius is a full-funnel growth agency accountable for its clients' P&L. Its AI-enabled senior operators provide performance marketing, strategy, creative, and whole-business analytics and data science, engaged one function at a time or as a full team. It serves consumer and B2B companies where paid...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • Big Data Analytics
    • Affiliate Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • 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
  • Amplifying Your Success: Creative Solutions for a Boost in Business

    Are you looking for nothing but the best? Look no further than Holland Adhaus, a top-notch full-service marketing agency based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Our team comprises highly skilled and experienced professionals, always eager to explore new avenues for success. From digital marketing and web design to...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • Email Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Cincinnati, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Built for growth, now.

    The HOW Agency serves as the digital extension of the 5W network of agencies, representing a comprehensive digital enterprise born from the intersection of discourse and culture. Our mission is to foster brand expansion, wield conversational influence, and, ultimately, deliver measurable growth for our...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Informed, compelling creative that drives people to action.

    Steel Advertising is a purpose-driven, full-service agency that uncovers a deep understanding of audiences and moves them to action within these building blocks of daily life...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Public Relations
    • Show more
    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • An AI Marketing Agency That Delivers

    An AI Marketing Agency That Delivers...

    Top Services:

    • CRO
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Jacksonville, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • 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
  • We help B2B SaaS and Agencies set up reliable outbound systems to consistently generate 5-20 meetings a month...

    Top Services:

    • Email Marketing
    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Getting You MORE Business Through Digital Marketing

    We are NOT a super creative, cutting edge, fancy pants marketing agency. We focus on tried and true strategies proven to get our client partners results in their local market. We stick to what works. We only care about getting our partners an ROI. If that's what you want, you know what to do...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • CRO
    • Media Buying
    • Show more
    Location
    St. Paul, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Empowering YOUR STORY

    Welcome to G609, Where bold ideas meet cutting-edge digital innovation. we're not just another marketing agency we're your strategic partner in growth. Since day one, we've been redefining what's possible in the digital space, crafting strategies that drive results and experiences that resonate.At G609...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Show more
    Location
    Egypt, Alabama
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Your Partner In Digital Growth.

    Marketorr is excelling in the realm of digital marketing, distinguished not only by rapid growth but also by our exceptional creativity and expertise. Spearheaded by a team comprising top marketers and designers, our focus lies in propelling the advancement of small and medium enterprises. Whether you require...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Troy, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Redefine Influence with The Social Standard.

    We are The Social Standard, the gold standard in influencer marketing. Our mission: set the industry benchmark. We connect top brands with social talent across platforms, crafting effective campaigns that captivate audiences and surpass goals...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Branding
    • Show more
    Location
    Santa Monica, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Driving Business Forward: Overcoming Today's Growth Challenges with Modern Solutions

    SWIDIA is a results-driven performance marketing agency that empowers modern companies to achieve their growth goals. Our focus is on utilizing both established and cutting-edge acquisition channels to elevate your brand and drive success. Our team of experts is dedicated to delivering measurable results and...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Video Production
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • SERP Agency: Creating Profitable Web Assets

    The goal of SERP Agency is to assist companies in creating passive lead-generation assets that will naturally support their business. They want to assist their clients in escaping the control of lead generation businesses and achieving long-term success...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Building Immersive Brands.

    No matter where in the process your needs fall, we can help because we have experience assisting clients in all aspects of their marketing and advertising initiatives...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Winston-Salem, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49

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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