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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  • STORIES ARE BETTER SHARED

    We're a strategic, innovative, and creative communications agency driven by one key belief: Stories are better shared...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Public Relations
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Copenhagen, Denmark
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    65 Projects Listed
  • E-Commerce Got Hard We Can Help.

    Since 2008, Reap Commerce has managed PPC and paid social, backed by its persona platform NeuroGraph. Its Amazon work for GOAT Fuel drove a 175% revenue jump in month one. The agency fits mid-market ecommerce brands wanting persona-driven targeting...

    Top Services:

    • CRO
    • eCommerce Development
    • PPC
    • Email Marketing
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    13 Projects Listed
  • We help ambitious brands be found, by the people who matter most.

    Since 2017, SIXGUN has managed Google Ads and paid social for clients like Novotel and Ray White. Its Novotel Melbourne Airport campaign lifted ROAS by 138% and revenue by 59%. The agency fits small businesses with budgets from $1,000 to $15,000+/month...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
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    Location
    Melbourne, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed
  • Power Your Growth With Performance Marketing

    Since 2000, OpenMoves has run PPC and paid social, driving 10x lead-gen efficiency for Justworks. It scaled a university media spend to $1M/month for student acquisition. The agency fits B2B and ecommerce brands with $10K-$100K+ monthly budgets...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Email Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Huntington, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Integrated Paid Media Agency | Full-Funnel Media Strategy, Planning, & Buying.

    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...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Video Marketing
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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
  • Digital Thinking. Powerful Impact.

    Percepto is a group of digital strategists, thinkers, and storytellers who offer online communications solutions to high-profile business leaders, brands, and organizations. Percepto's services include online reputation management, executive personal branding, content strategy, social media management, and...

    Top Services:

    • Reputation Management
    • Public Relations
    • Content Marketing
    • Branding
    • SEO
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    Location
    Tel Aviv, Israel
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed
  • TMI is an independent performance marketing agency.

    TMI is an award-winning digital marketing agency, partnering with brands worldwide. Our focus is on profit acceleration through data intelligence...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Media Buying
    • SEO
    • PPC
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    Location
    Cape Town, South Africa
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed
  • 360 marketing that shows up in your CRM

    Montreal 360 marketing agency and HubSpot Platinum Partner. Web design (Webflow, HubSpot, Shopify), SEO and GEO, video production, paid media and HubSpot CRM, measured on leads and revenue, not impressions...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
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    Location
    Montreal, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Strategic PR And Media Relations For Global Brands

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

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Media Buying
    • Market Research
    Location
    Limassol, Cyprus
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Social Media & Paid Ads That Turn Followers Into Customers Not Just Vanity Metrics

    VAW Media is a small (team of 3) full-service social media & paid advertising agency building strategy-first systems for real growth not vanity metrics. We manage organic content, Meta & Google Ads, and lead generation for businesses nationwide, turning followers and clicks into paying customers...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Marketing
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    Location
    Brentwood, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • We create and our influencers distribute UGC content to millions

    Cable.so is a digital content and influencer-marketing agency that helps brands leverage creator networks and high-impact video content to increase reach and engagement. They emphasise end-to-end service including content creation, influencer distribution and measurable campaign outcomes...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Services
    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Groningen, Netherlands
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Web SEO Services | OutSmart. OutRank. OutPlay with HellMedia

    We are committed to helping you raise a little digital hell in the marketing world. Rules are made to be broken, and nobody understands the profound importance of that unspoken truth more than HellMedia.Dont postpone success. Optimize your business soul & fire up your rules of engagement starting now...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • CRO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • eCommerce
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    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Market to the World, and the World will be your Market.

    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...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Logo Design
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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
  • Creative Marketing Solutions That Drive Measurable Results

    Linear Creative has earned its good name through years of hard work and dedication. We consistently provide exceptional results to a range of clients, including businesses large and small, as well as nonprofits looking for expert assistance with their projects. Our commitment to timely completion is what sets...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Email Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Columbus, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Strategic Paid Media For Maximum Impact

    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...

    Top Services:

    • 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
  • Digital marketing built for the public sector

    We help government ministries, municipalities and public institutions reach citizens. Since 2012 Mashrokit has run social, paid media, strategy and video for Israel's public sector — media buying paired with messaging that earns trust, not sells...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut, Israel
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Results driven digital marketing agency.

    OBCIDO Inc. is a global consulting and digital services firm founded in New York in 2021. We help businesses redefine their digital identity and accelerate growth through strategic consulting, AI solutions, GEO, high-performance websites, and results-driven digital marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Let's Grow Your Business Online

    Newemage is a Mexican digital agency that transforms ideas into exceptional web experiences. With over 19 years of experience, we create custom websites, online stores, and digital strategies that not only look amazing but also deliver real results for businesses and organizations...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • CRO
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Ciudad Juárez, Mexico
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Advertising Campaigns That Go Above And Beyond

    Where traditional media buying firms stop at the transaction, we go further, using our deep knowledge of how different advertising platforms perform to guide campaign creative development...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Content Marketing
    • SEO
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Portsmouth, New Hampshire
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Great brands are born from great stories.

    Born is a storytelling and creative agency. Put simply, we build brands and then create advertising campaigns for those brands. We also create campaigns for brands that are already built...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Web Design
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Sydney, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Entrepreneurial-Minded Marketing

    Geared is a nimble, fast-acting boutique marketing agency in Orange County, California that specifically caters to the "entrepreneurial spirit."...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We 3X Traffic and Crush Competitors while You Watch.

    MagicSpace represents the distinct SEO advantage that decisively outperforms competitors, resulting in a threefold increase in your website traffic. Dispense with ineffective SEO agencies and cease expending resources on lackluster outcomes. Our unwavering commitment to return on investment ensures your...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Zug, Switzerland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • 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...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Glasgow, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Transforming businesses through digital marketing

    For the past two decades, Oneupweb has empowered marketers who feel overwhelmed and lacking support to become influential advocates for change within their organizations. Discover the transformative digital marketing experience we offer...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Traverse City, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Grow Your Influence To Make An Impact

    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...

    Top Services:

    • 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
  • Ignite Your Brands Success with Powerful Digital Communications and Public Relations Expertise.

    Barbet Communications is a bespoke agency that enjoys challenges and prefers operating on the outside looking in. We appreciate clients who are motivated in their pursuits and passionate about the environment and sustainability. We want to take humdrum up a few notches. Like the bird, Barbet is dedicated...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Event Marketing
    • Reputation Management
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    Location
    Cape Town, South Africa
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We help businesses generate more qualified leads and sales through strategic paid advertising.

    Growth, digital marketing solutions that drive results you care about. Female owned and operated since 2019...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Edmonton, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Strategy, creative, media, and PR under one roof.

    GreenRubino is an independent, integrated marketing, advertising, and public relations agency based in Seattle. For nearly 50 years, we have helped organizations solve complex marketing challenges and build momentum that produces measurable business results...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Public Relations
    • Branding
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    Location
    Seattle, Washington
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $195/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • 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
  • Customer Focused. Results Driven.

    Smashdoor Marketing is a full-service marketing and media agency dedicated to achieving your goals through exceptional customer service, advanced technology, and data-driven strategies. Our commitment to thorough research ensures that we deliver targeted and effective marketing solutions tailored to your...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Advertising
    • PPC
    • Digital Strategy
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Calgary, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • 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
  • 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
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    Location
    Suffolk, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    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
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    Location
    St. Paul, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Helping Your Organization Grow With The Tide

    StreamAd is a digital advertising agency that helps organizations grow through strategic, data-driven marketing across multiple digital channels. The agency specializes in connecting brands with their audiences through streaming TV, search, social media, display advertising, email marketing, and creative...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • Event Marketing
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    Location
    St. Simons Island, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • The Only Agency That Built Two INC 500 #1 Brands From Zero

    Digital marketing agency powering record-breaking growth for standout brands. Were the driving force behind multiple INC #1 fastest-growing companies, with a laser focus on paid media, email marketing, and creative strategy. Relentlessly curious, radically transparent, and obsessed with your results...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Marketing
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    Location
    Franklin, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • PROficient MARketing COMmunication Specialists - ProMarcom Inc.

    Integrated Marketing Services offered by ProMarcom: Innovative ATL, BTL, Digital Media and Other Advertising Agency Services...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Public Relations
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Delhi, India
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Halifax digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, Google Ads and Facebook ads.

    Most people wont buy the first time they see you. That's why My Ads Team helps businesses stay top of mind with the right audience. We use SEO, PPC, AI, and automation to build that all-important know, like, trust factor so when people are ready to buy, they think of you first. Whether its lead generation...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    • AI Development
    • AEO
    • SEO
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Halifax, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Strykora is a web design and SEO shop in Thibodaux, Louisiana, run by one operator who builds every site himself. We custom-code fast websites for service businesses (roofers, pool builders, auto shops, etc) and then get them found through local SEO, Google Business Profile work, Google Ads, and AI search...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Web Development
    • AEO
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Thibodaux, Louisiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Get Ahead.

    From Bollywood to Start-ups. International Foundations to Established Companies. Tactics has helped businesses increase their revenue, decrease their costs and nail their marketing across the globe. We have worked with diverse clients across industries, preferences and needs...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Bengaluru, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed
  • Strategic Marketing For Serious Growth

    We are an award-winning strategic marketing agency based in Bryanston, Sandton. Focused on positioning, lead generation and measurable growth. We help businesses cut through noise, attract the right leads, and convert demand into revenue. From diagnostics and strategy to execution, optimisation, and team...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • CRO
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Sandton, South Africa
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your Growth Partner

    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...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Advertising
    • Affiliate Marketing
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Ripponlea, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Forum Communications is a full service strategic marketing agency focused on helping clients find their voice in a crowded marketplace...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Gainesville, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your ROI is Our North Star.

    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
  • Digital Marketing & SEO That Generates Real Leads

    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
  • Design. Our Passion.

    We believe in using design to bring your creativity into reality. And with inspirational designs through various mediums to better communicate your brands key messages with important stakeholders...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Singapore, Singapore
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Content Creation, Digital Marketing, Web Development & More.

    Leveraging a wealth of experience across digital marketing, design, and research, we adopt a meticulously data-driven methodology to navigate the multifaceted digital channels. Our mission? To craft tailor-made solutions that not only resonate with your audience but also drive tangible results. With Dropdown...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Video Production
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Berrings, Ireland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We understand your business

    Intuitive Digital is a Portland, Oregon-based marketing powerhouse that offers an array of services – from SEO and PPC to web design & CRO. As a Certified B Corporation, they use data-driven strategies to elevate each project with innovation and impactful results...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Portland, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Express Yourself.

    We are a client-centric organization dedicated to unlocking the full potential of our clients. In our approach, we consider every facet as a distinct brand entity, prioritizing the maintenance of a pristine image and messaging clarity. Our core expertise lies in the realm of brand identity, offering a suite...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Public Relations
    • Digital Services
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Pretoria, South Africa
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Performance & Lead Generation agency helping home service industry clients.

    Lead Center Media is a Performance Marketing and Lead Generation agency focused on generating high quality leads for businesses using growth management and business development strategies. We use omni channel marketing methods to help businesses grow in the long run. Our core expertise are in the home...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
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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.

AspectMedia planningMedia buying
Main roleBuilds the strategyExecutes the strategy
FocusAudience, channels, timing, budgetNegotiation, placement, delivery
GoalChoose the best mix of platformsGet the best price and placements
TasksResearch audience, select channels, allocate budgetPurchase ads, manage bids, optimize placements
OutputMedia planLive 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 sizeHow agencies choose advertising channelsTypical channels
Small businessFocus on low-cost, high-return channels with quick feedback. Prioritize direct response and easy tracking. Google Ads (search), Facebook/Instagram, TikTok
Mid-size businessBalance growth and efficiency. Test multiple channels and scale what works. Combine awareness and conversions.Paid social, Google Ads, YouTube, programmatic display
Large businessMaximize 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 spendTypical fee
$10,000-$100,0008%-10%
$100,000-$1M5%-8%
$1M-$10M3.5%-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