Find media buying agencies that plan, purchase, and optimize ad placements to maximize your reach and return on ad spend. Choose from our vetted list of providers specializing in paid social, programmatic advertising, and cross-channel campaign management.
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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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- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
From full-scale digital marketing and advertising strategy, right through to our precise execution and reporting...that's right, we've got you covered...
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- Branding
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
Octagon Media is a fast-growing advertising agency and marketing firm based in Louisiana that handles a variety of accounts across the nation. We believe in a six-step process that begins with conducting in-depth research and ends with a quantitative analysis to show impactful results. Our firm is a...
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- Location
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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...
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- SEO
- Media Buying
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- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
All of the work we do more than pays for itself with increased trackable revenue...
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- eCommerce
- Email Marketing
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Schenectady, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Dianne Davis Consulting provides digital and traditional media services, content creation and curation, video production, graphic design, website development and hosting, search engine optimization, social media management services and promotional items for small to medium-sized businesses. The business was...
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- Public Relations
- Video Production
- Media Buying
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Nixa, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
HyperLnx offers a wide range of services for modern digital marketing. We offer branding, web development, funnel & marketing audit, search engine optimization, paid advertising and lead generation. We are passionate about our work and we want to help you succeed by providing the best possible digital...
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- Media Buying
- SEO
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Murfreesboro, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
CAYK Marketing has been a leading force in marketing for nearly thirty years, specializing in website design, SEO, advertising management, and strategic planning. With a focus on your organization's success, CAYK offers decades of proven experience, whether you require a technical audit or comprehensive...
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- Digital Services
- Advertising
- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
entity x® combines the strategic excellence of a management consultancy with the operational performance of a digital agency. With our multidisciplinary team of over 25 experts based in Berlin, we help companies such as Mercedes Benz, Douglas, Karl Lagerfeld, and many others to navigate their digital...
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- Affiliate Marketing
- CRO
- PPC
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Callanta Media specializes in strategic planning, fractional marketing executive services, and paid media management to propel businesses forward. Combining creativity with data-driven insights, the agency delivers impactful results in the ever-evolving digital world. Callanta Media offers expertise and...
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- Media Buying
- Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our team involves marketing and media professionals steeped in branding, packaging, online marketing, media, and business consulting...
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- Branding
- Video Production
- Public Relations
- Package Design
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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...
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- 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
Were a media and marketing agency who blends strategy, creativity, and data to help businesses perform. We dont chase trends, we build campaigns that connect, convert, and scale with intent...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Advertising
- Affiliate Marketing
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- Location
- Ripponlea, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Barlo Digital is a director-led performance marketing agency for Shopify and DTC brands, home service contractors and local practices. Meta, Google and Amazon ads, conversion tracking, websites and local search, measured in orders and booked jobs...
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- PPC
- SEO
- CRO
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Done-with-you marketing for Pensacola and Gulf Coast businesses. We build the engine that captures, nurtures, and retains your customers, then hand you the keys...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Pensacola, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Wadabu gives consumer-brand startups a senior growth team without the cost of hiring one. Paid ads, SEO and AI search, conversion work and Klaviyo email run under one plan and one revenue target, on month-to-month terms with published pricing. Past results include $3M+ in U.S. sales in 18 months for CraftBot...
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- Digital Marketing
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- SEO
- AEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Google and Meta ads, CRM and instant follow-up for home services, medical and auto businesses, with every ad dollar tied to the booked jobs it produced...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Media Buying
- CRO
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- Location
- Garland, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Wealth Marketing AI builds paid-acquisition systems for three kinds of businesses: Dubai and Abu Dhabi real estate agencies, US high-ticket coaches and consultants, and US personal injury firms with Spanish-first intake. Guarantee on every engagement: if it is not live in 30 days, you keep everything built...
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- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- CRO
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Bogota, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Driving ROAS in the new era of discoverability. ROAST are the discovery explorers helping brands get found everywhere discovery happens...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Media Buying
- PPC
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Positive Agency is where bold creativity meets the vibrant pulse of Latin America. We dont just follow trends we design them, tailoring every idea to resonate with the culture, rhythm, and diversity of our region. For us, creativity isnt a department, its our DNA...
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- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Clearwater, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We help businesses around the world to grow and achieve their business goals with efficient Social Advertising and revenue-driven Google Ads strategies...
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- Media Buying
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Geesthacht, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Full service marketing agency specializing in graphic design, logo creation, website development, social media management, SEO & SEM...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Mattapoisett, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Thomas Weber /// Digital Marketing is an independent Digital Marketing Consultant based in Munich, Germany...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Munich, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Founded in 2002, Apple Box Studios is an award-winning advertising agency covering everything from video production & post-production, to website design, search engine optimization, copywriting, brand strategy & positioning, graphic design, event & trade show marketing, and more...
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- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
High Beam Marketing is built to partner with your team's marketers to deploy a digital strategy that works. Stop suffering from "random acts of marketing" and put a plan in place to drive your business forward...
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- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Spring Hill, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
EX Studio: Where Digital Brilliance Comes to Life. Our forte lies in propelling brands to new heights through adept digital marketing, strategic branding, and innovative web development. Let our tailored solutions unlock the full potential of your business...
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- Branding
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Bayonne, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Boasting more than three decades of industry expertise, EKC presents a unique and revitalized approach to the realms of PR, marketing, and media support. Our extensive experience, garnered across various media platforms, positions us as a distinguished player in the field. We bring a wealth of knowledge and a...
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- Public Relations
- Media Buying
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Whitstable, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
RnD Marketing is led by professionals who gained vast experience working in the B2C & B2B marketing fields before starting the agency. RnD's expertise is connecting the r&d world with marketing with a big focus on technical optimization, while focusing on providing great results and support...
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- SEO
- Affiliate Marketing
- CRO
- PPC
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- Location
- Tel Aviv, Israel
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Kannan Advertising is Chennai’s leading newspaper advertising agency, offering cost-effective and innovative ad solutions across print, radio, and digital platforms to help businesses connect with their target audience...
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- Advertising
- Content Marketing
- Media Buying
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
We're a globally recognized digital marketing agency headquartered in California. We specialize in performance marketing, with a focus on lead generation through social media and Google. Our team of experts has garnered numerous awards for our exceptional work in the field of digital marketing...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Media Buying
- CRO
- eCommerce
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- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Strategy. Creative. Technology...
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- San Carlos, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Live PPC Ads runs Google Ads, Meta Ads and Microsoft Ads for e-commerce brands and lead generation businesses that want growth they can measure. We took a brand-new online liquor store to $2.26M in 18 months, grew a dental practice from 18 to 334 patient leads a month, and have driven $9.5M for a holster...
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- Location
- Henderson, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
A tight-knit team of marketers, designers and web developers who love making work we're proud of. We partner with ambitious businesses of all shapes and sizes, bringing the same care, energy and thinking to every brief...
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- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Mosto Digital, our fervor lies in democratizing digital advertising to enable individuals to reach their performance objectives. With a wealth of experience spanning over 15 years, we excel in crafting influential yet cost-effective digital marketing strategies customized for brands across the spectrum of...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- CRO
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $115/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We specialize in growth, branding, e-commerce, and demand generation...
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- CRO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $115/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Wonderful is a digital agency which fuses creativity and technology to craft wonderfully simple solutions to your complex business challenges. From UX, web & digital product design and development; to digital marketing solutions, Wonderful delivers award-winning solutions and campaigns...
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- Design Services
- Digital Marketing
- Product Design
- Video Production
- SEO
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- Location
- Maidstone, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $111/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Wildfire is a media buying agency that has planned media for brands like Truliant Federal Credit Union. With 20+ years of experience, its in-house team runs SEM, paid social, programmatic, CTV, and out-of-home. The agency fits regional and mid-sized brands wanting one integrated media plan...
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- Digital Marketing
- Print Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Winston-Salem, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 104 Projects Listed
Rank Media Agency is a digital agency that combines creative design, marketing strategies and custom development to fuel business' growth...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
- Media Buying
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ayr Digital is a full-stack digital agency specializing in AI-powered marketing strategies that drive measurable results. We help small and medium-sized businesses grow through data-driven campaigns, performance marketing, and brand positioning. Our expert team delivers SEO, paid media, content...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- London Ontario, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Coinband is a media buying company that has bought paid ads for crypto and Web3 projects since 2022, including Bybit and Near. Its GT Protocol IDO campaign delivered a 50x ROI. The agency suits crypto, and Web3 projects launching a token, IDO, or NFT drop...
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- Content Marketing
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Direct Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Since 2015, Bobo Digital has run Google Ads for Cushman & Wakefield, driving a 700% lead increase. It lifted Practical Outcomes conversions 250% while capping CPA growth at 20%. The agency fits small businesses wanting boutique attention...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Prospect, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Clicta Digital is a digital marketing and SEO agency in Denver. We provide businesses with SEO, web design, eCommerce, and digital marketing services. Our marketing experts specialize in getting you highly targeted leads which turn into sales...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Since 2017, Gidds Media has worked with clients to translate their business and their passion into an online presence. They've helped scores of businesses within a wide array of industries stand out from their competition using modern digital marketing strategies. Gidds Media specializes in website design and...
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- PPC
- Media Buying
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
For over 20 years, MAXBURST has planned traditional media for manufacturing and aerospace B2B brands. It places campaigns across trade TV, radio, industrial-park outdoor, and trade print. The media buying agency fits B2B manufacturers reaching technical buyers...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Branding
- Media Buying
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 99 Projects Listed
MeanPug has bought media for law firms since 2020, founded by former Morgan & Morgan ad leaders. Clients have won $6B+ in recoveries at 5-10x return per ad dollar. The media buying firm suits injury and mass tort firms wanting digital and traditional media...
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- SEO
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Afef Ayed has managed Google and Facebook Ads for nearly 8 years, driving a 7,000% revenue increase for NGX. Its work for Ibs and Sibo Clinics cut monthly cost 94% while lifting ROAS 6x. The agency fits startups wanting hands-on growth marketing...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- CRO
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Toulouse, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
Dossier Media is a media buying agency that has bought media across search, social, print, and TV since 2021 for clients like Emlid and Dispelix. Its boutique team covers every channel, with projects from $1,000. The agency suits small brands wanting an integrated media partner...
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- eCommerce
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Nexa Growth is a UK-based digital marketing agency offering comprehensive services, from SEO and PPC to specialized Amazon, Pinterest, and TikTok advertising. We're here to support every aspect of your businesss online growth...
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- Digital Services
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed

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VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.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...
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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
Wreggy has created sophisticated analytics-led and data-driven marketing strategies that have greatly enhanced the marketing performance of its clients. Small and medium-sized companies in the technology, retail, non-profit, and healthcare sectors are among our clientele. The practice has produced a...
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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7 Frequently Asked Questions About Media Buying Agencies
Which platforms do media buying companies manage?
Media buying firms manage major advertising platforms where your audience spends time, both online and offline. They handle campaigns across multiple channels to reach people at different stages of the buying journey and to improve overall results.
- Paid search and social
Agencies run ads on platforms like Google, Bing, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. These channels drive targeted traffic, leads, and sales based on user intent and behavior. - Programmatic and display
They use demand-side platforms to buy ad space automatically across websites and apps. This includes banner, video, and native ads, all optimized in real time. - CTV and OTT (Streaming ads)
A media buying firm places ads on streaming services and smart TVs to help brands reach audiences who no longer watch traditional cable. - Traditional media
They still buy ad space on TV, radio, print, and billboards when it makes sense for reach and brand awareness. - Audio and Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH)
Ads on Spotify, podcasts, and digital billboards in public spaces like malls, highways, and transit stations.
What is the difference between media planning and media buying agencies?
Media planning agencies decide where, when, and how to advertise. Media buying firms execute that plan by purchasing ad space and managing placements.
Planning sets the strategy; buying delivers the ads.
| Aspect | Media planning | Media buying |
| Main role | Builds the strategy | Executes the strategy |
| Focus | Audience, channels, timing, budget | Negotiation, placement, delivery |
| Goal | Choose the best mix of platforms | Get the best price and placements |
| Tasks | Research audience, select channels, allocate budget | Purchase ads, manage bids, optimize placements |
| Output | Media plan | Live campaign and ad placements |
How do media buyers choose the right channels for a campaign?
Media buyers choose channels by matching audience behavior, campaign goals, and budget to the platforms most likely to deliver results. They rely on data to see where people spend time and shift spend toward what performs best.
| Business size | How agencies choose advertising channels | Typical channels |
| Small business | Focus on low-cost, high-return channels with quick feedback. Prioritize direct response and easy tracking. | Google Ads (search), Facebook/Instagram, TikTok |
| Mid-size business | Balance growth and efficiency. Test multiple channels and scale what works. Combine awareness and conversions. | Paid social, Google Ads, YouTube, programmatic display |
| Large business | Maximize reach and brand impact while maintaining performance. Use a full-funnel strategy across many channels. | TV, CTV/OTT, programmatic, paid social, search, OOH |
Core logic stays the same at every level: reach the right audience, support the campaign goal, and invest where return is strongest.
How much do media buying companies' services cost?
Media buying firms usually charge a percentage of your ad spend, typically between 3% and 10%, or a flat monthly fee depending on campaign size. Smaller budgets pay higher percentages, while large budgets get lower rates.
Typical pricing models:
- Percentage of ad spend: 5% to 10% for most campaigns
- Flat monthly fee: $2,000 to $15,000+, depending on scope
- Project-based (strategy/planning): $1,500 to $50,000+
- Setup fees: 2% to 3% of initial spend (one-time)
How pricing scales:
| Ad spend | Typical fee |
| $10,000-$100,000 | 8%-10% |
| $100,000-$1M | 5%-8% |
| $1M-$10M | 3.5%-5% |
| $10M+ | 3%-4% |
Costs depend on your ad budget, the number of channels, campaign complexity, targeting depth, creative needs, and the amount of ongoing management and reporting required.
You are not just paying for ad placement. You're paying for strategy, execution, optimization, and performance improvement.
Is there a minimum spend?
There is no strict minimum spend, but in practice, you need at least $1,000 to $3,000 per month to generate enough data for optimization and results. Very small budgets, like $5 per day, rarely perform because they don’t generate enough clicks or conversions.
For better performance, campaigns should aim for at least 30 conversions per month, which often requires higher spend depending on your cost per click.
More advanced channels like programmatic or CTV usually require $5,000 to $10,000+ to run effectively, and many agencies set similar minimums to ensure campaigns are worth managing.
How long does it take to see results from media buying?
You can see initial results in 2 to 4 weeks, but most campaigns need 2 to 3 months to stabilize and deliver consistent ROI.
Early signals like impressions, clicks, and some leads often appear within days to a few weeks, especially on paid social and search. However, platforms need time to learn and optimize, so stronger and more reliable results usually take 8 to 12 weeks.
For more complex campaigns, such as B2B or high-ticket offers, meaningful revenue impact can take 3 to 6 months due to longer sales cycles and ongoing optimization.
What industries benefit from media buying services?
Media buying services deliver the most value to industries that depend on steady customer acquisition, strong competition, and precise targeting.
Those industries include:
- eCommerce and retail: Drive online sales with targeted ads and retargeting
- Real estate and construction: Promote listings and reach qualified buyers
- Healthcare and wellness: Attract new patients with compliant, targeted campaigns
- Technology and SaaS: Reach decision-makers in competitive markets
- Hospitality and tourism: Capture demand with seasonal and location-based ads
- Financial services and insurance: Generate leads and build trust through education
- Automotive and local services: Drive inquiries and bookings through search and local ads
















































