Best Washington DC Media Buying Company Rankings

12 Companies - Rankings updated: August 14, 2026

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  • Searchbloom

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    Top Rated SEO Agency by Forbes, USA Today, Backlinko, & Search Engine Land

    Top Rated SEO Agency by Forbes, USA Today, Backlinko, & Search Engine Land

    Since 2014, Searchbloom has bought paid search for brands like Nordstrom and US Bank. It manages $100M+ in annual ad spend, with PPC starting at $2,000/month. The agency fits mid-market and enterprise businesses with an established ad budget...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • CRO
    • eCommerce
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    9 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (50)
    5.0 5.0 (85)

  • Nuanced Media

    #1 Ranked Amazon Marketing Agency. We are your Amazon Advertising & Growth Partner.

    #1 Ranked Amazon Marketing Agency. We are your Amazon Advertising & Growth Partner.

    Nuanced Media has managed Amazon PPC and DSP since 2010 for brands like True Citrus and Pocket Radar. Its Strategy package starts at $2,600/month per product family. The agency suits established Amazon sellers running multiple product lines...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Services
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    11 Projects Listed
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    4.9 4.9 (17)
    4.9 4.9 (34)

  • Online Optimism

    Marketing Made Personal

    Marketing Made Personal

    Online Optimism has run ads since 2012 for clients like Cardinal Expo and Mid City TMS. Its team handles Reddit and Substack media buys alongside Google and social ads. The agency fits small and mid-sized businesses wanting emerging ad channels...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    23 Projects Listed
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    4.8 4.8 (7)

  • Outright

    Award Winning Creative Agency | Branding. Design. Advertising. Experiences. | Based in DC

    Award Winning Creative Agency | Branding. Design. Advertising. Experiences. | Based in DC

    Outright lists media planning and buying under its Strategy services, working with clients like Google, YouTube, and Marriott International. It offers media buying bundled into broader creative campaigns. The agency suits brands and nonprofits wanting media planning folded into a larger brand and creative...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Video Production
    • Digital Marketing
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $190/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    15 Projects Listed
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    4.7 4.7 (4)

  • Captiva Branding

    Creating brands that people love!

    Creating brands that people love!

    Captiva Branding is a comprehensive agency located in Washington, DC, founded by a female entrepreneur and owned by BIPOC individuals. The agency is spearheaded by Maritza Lizama and Pamela Nieto, a dynamic duo with a combined experience of over 30 years in marketing, small business branding, and...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Media Buying
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
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  • Resolute Digital

    Connect + Protect

    Connect + Protect

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

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $375/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Clyde Group

    Impacting outcomes!

    Impacting outcomes!

    Clyde Group, a boutique PR firm, is a team of over 55 professionals who are dedicated to making a significant impact for their clients...

    Top Services:

    • Reputation Management
    • Branding
    • Digital Services
    • Public Relations
    • Event Marketing
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    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • CineSalon

    We Create Courage

    We Create Courage

    CineSalon is a Washington, DC video production agency that creates videos and video strategies for mid-size brands, building and accelerating their marketing funnels...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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    5.0 5.0 (16)

  • TANGENTE

    The shortest road to get very far.

    The shortest road to get very far.

    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...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    4.6 4.6 (117)

  • Prosek Partners

    Listening and strategizing done by a team of industry experts!

    Listening and strategizing done by a team of industry experts!

    Prosek Partners utilizes its "Renaissance Marketing" toolkit to deliver optimal client results. Their approach combines deep industry expertise with a comprehensive range of financial services PR, communication strategies and tactics...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • Dorst MediaWorks

    Videos & Social Marketing That Spark Engagement

    Videos & Social Marketing That Spark Engagement

    Dorst MediaWorks specializes in crafting compelling video-first social media marketing strategies that captivate audiences. With over two decades of experience, it excels in creating engaging visual content and providing comprehensive social media solutions. Founded in Washington, DC, Dorst MediaWorks is...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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    5.0 5.0 (17)

  • Culture ONE World

    Where Culture Meets Impact

    Where Culture Meets Impact

    Culture ONE World is an integrated communications agency in Washington, D.C., specializing in data-driven insights and culturally attuned creative solutions to inspire meaningful social change...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Public Relations
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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