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  • Digital Agency Specialists

    Advertising & Marketing agency specializing in traditional media advertising & online marketing strategy...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Branding
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    Location
    Raleigh , North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    15 Projects Listed
  • Were a Digital Marketing Agency That Turns Searches Into Sales

    Award-winning Digital Marketing Agency in Manchester. We specialise in Digital Marketing: SEO, PPC, Content Marketing and Digital PR...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    Manchester, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $135/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Video editing for YouTube creators, podcasters and brands

    Beyond Bracket is a video editing company producing long-form, short-form and podcast video for creators and brands worldwide...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • SEO
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    Location
    Dhaka, Bangladesh
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Empowering Companies To Effectively Engage Their Target Audiences And Bridge Gaps To Achieve Impact

    At B3 Media Consulting, we are committed to leveraging digital expertise to consult on and create integrated marketing for growth minded businesses. We are digital marketing experts who have experience working at Google and can accelerate. your digital marketing needs and drive up ROI quickly...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
    • eCommerce Development
    • CRO
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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
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • ROAS-Focused Performance Marketing Agency

    Performance marketing agency for ecommerce, local service, and B2B brands in Europe and North America. KOFAX Agency runs Google, Meta, TikTok, and Microsoft Ads plus SEO, with 200+ campaigns managed since 2024 and around 90% of clients staying beyond the first quarter...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • CRM Consulting
    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Lviv, Ukraine
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    17 Projects Listed
  • Influence Engineered. Growth Amplified.

    Avenue Z is a modern marketing and communications agency that integrates branding, public relations, digital marketing, and AI-driven media buying to help brands build reputation, drive revenue, and lead in an AI-first world...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Public Relations
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Quality Leads, Optimized Conversion

    Keepers Digital is a full-stack ads management team, primarily focused on Google Ads & Meta Ads, that drives verifiable ROI. We've built our own AI development tools, so we go far beyond running campaigns. We strategize and design your ads, manage them in-platform, build and A/B test landing pages engineered...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • Advertising
    • CRO
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Vancouver, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 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
  • The only agency in the world, confident enough to guarantee your KPIs

    Singapore's 8th fastest growing company, KPI Media has built its reputation on a guarantee no other agency in APAC offers: a 50% refund if targets aren't hit...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
    • eCommerce
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    Location
    Singapore, Singapore
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • We're Obsessed With Perfection At Every Stage Of Your Project

    We create deep, lasting connections. Every strategy is designed to connect and build futures...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Digital Strategy
    • Branding
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    Location
    Mexico City, Mexico
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • When it has to be incredible.

    The Felice Agency is a full-service branding and marketing company in Phoenix and San Diego known for Madison Avenue quality regardless of your budget...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Web Development
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    Phoenix, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Scale Your Business With White Label Google Ads, Risk Free

    Nexa PPC Agency helps businesses grow with expert Google Ads strategies tailored to deliver results. We proudly offer a money-back guarantee if measurable outcomes aren't achieved within 90 days. Trusted by clients across diverse industries, we focus on boosting ROI, generating quality leads & sales...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
  • Your Trusted Digital Partner

    Emizen Tech is an acclaimed IT organization that specializes in delivering top-of-the-line e-commerce solutions to various industry verticals. Our core areas of expertise are hybrid app development, CakePHP, and finance app development. Our team of technically outstanding and highly experienced e-commerce...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • IT Services
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    Location
    Jaipur, India
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed
  • Love Growth. Hate Waste.

    Tinuiti is the largest independent fullfunnel performance marketing agency in the U.S., managing over $4billion in media spend across search, social, commerce, TV/audio, and affiliate channels. With 1,200+ employees and locations across North America, the agency blends media expertise, data science, and...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Video Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • A Flow of Target Users for Your App

    Appska is a full-service performance marketing agency specializing in Affiliate Marketing, In-App Advertising, Media Buying, and Influencer Marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    Location
    Belgrade, Serbia
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Marketing & Communications for B2B Brands

    Be Known. Create a Media FRENZY...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Generating Creativity

    Whether marketing memorable brands, or designing alluring interiors, at Desert Society were passionate about generating creativity to help the people and businesses of the SoCal region shine that much brighter...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed
  • Growth, Added To Cart

    Golden Digital is your bolt-on, expert Shopify and web design team for ecommerce. We partner with small to medium-sized ecommerce brands that have achieved product-market fit, supporting teams of 1 to 25 and annual sales between $500k and $10m. Our clients gain access to a level of web and Shopify design...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • CRO
    • PPC
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    Location
    Norristown, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed
  • We Make Brands Visible

    Smartkid is a performance-driven digital marketing agency that helps brands grow through SEO, AI Visibility (GEO), paid advertising, social media management, and high-converting web design. The agency focuses on making brands discoverable across Google, social media platforms, and AI-powered search tools such...

    Top Services:

    • AEO
    • SEO
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • We are ROAST. Driving ROAS in the new era of discoverability.

    Driving ROAS in the new era of discoverability. ROAST are the discovery explorers helping brands get found everywhere discovery happens...

    Top Services:

    • 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
  • Not your average agency.

    Pulp Digital is a Melbourne eCommerce marketing agency, founded in 2021, that runs paid ads on Meta, Google and TikTok, creates static ad creative and builds organic TikTok and Reels content ideas for eCommerce brands, from one senior team...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Cremorne, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Next-Level Social Media for Next-Level Brands.

    We help established businesses turn organic social media into a growth channel that actually delivers: scroll-stopping content, daily engagement, and our signature outreach engine that puts you in front of thousands of the right potential customers every month...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Video Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Boulder, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • We make marketers fearless.

    Silverback Strategies is a performance marketing agency helping $100M+ B2C brands grow through paid media, SEO and advanced measurement...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Reston, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Performance marketing for fashion, beauty, fragrance, and luxury. $1B+ ecommerce GMV since 2014.

    Maison MRKT runs performance marketing for premium and luxury ecommerce brands from New York. Founded in 2014, the agency has driven more than $1 billion in ecommerce GMV across fashion, beauty, fragrance, and home, for clients including Carolina Herrera, Lacoste, and D.S. & Durga...

    Top Services:

    • Affiliate Marketing
    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Independent media consultants at your service

    Mediacentric Inc. is a trusted partner for ad agencies, clients, publishers, and media companies across the West Coast and nationwide. Our services include media planning, buying, marketing consulting, and sales representation...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Bespoke Media & Marketing Strategies

    Harmelin Media is a strategic, data-driven media agency dedicated to maximizing measurable business outcomes for clients. With over 40 years of experience, the agency offers in-depth consumer insights, advanced targeting technologies, and a commitment to operational excellence. Its service-driven culture...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    Location
    Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Data-Driven Media Buying Agency.

    Paraguru stands out for its ability to transform complex data into actionable insights, running a "full circle" of data intelligence that includes buying data, running ads, tracking performance, and continuously improving campaigns. The agency’s team of experts is adept at using cutting-edge tools and...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    Location
    Cairo, Egypt
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We plan and manage advertising campaigns for you.

    Float Media House is a dynamic advertising agency specializing in precision media planning and programmatic buying that helps brands and agencies scale their operations with enterprise-level impact, even on startup budgets. By leveraging cutting-edge cloud technologies, real-time data, and advanced analytics...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    Location
    Downey, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Where exciting brands meet the world

    Excite OOH is an independent advertising agency specialising in out of home...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • One team for your marketing, website, and AI with prices you can read and work you own.

    DGR TechLabs is a US-registered (Wyoming) digital agency running marketing, web and software builds, and AI under one senior team since 2018. We publish fixed prices for productized work, scope retainers in writing, run month-to-month with no lock-in, and hand clients full ownership of every asset, account...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • CRO
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Sheridan, Wyoming
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    9 Projects Listed
  • Revenue Rise

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    Award-winning design. Systems that close deals.

    Revenue Rise builds award-winning websites and client acquisition systems for mortgage brokers and realtors across the US and Canada. 412+ clients. $863M+ in transactions influenced...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • PPC
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $97/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • All Marketing. One Partner.

    Spotlight is a full service marketing firm, web design agency and magazine publisher located in Fargo, ND, Bismarck ND, Western Minnesota and Sioux Falls, SD...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • SEO
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Fargo, North Dakota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We create rock-solid online advertising strategies for startups & scale-ups.

    At Bastian Lewis, our distinctive methodology and extensive expertise serve as invaluable assets for scale-ups in need of professional online marketing guidance. Speed and flexibility are paramount for this demographic, where larger agencies often falter due to slow adaptation and a shortage of T-shaped...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Paid ads that bring customers, not just clicks

    Dubai paid ads agency, Google Partner. Google, Meta, TikTok and Snapchat ads for UAE, KSA and Kuwait businesses, measured on leads and sales...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed
  • Crafting Digital Success Stories for Small Business Owners.

    We are a creative agency focused on strategy, design, and advertising. Our mission is to develop brands that are bold, powerful, and unforgettable...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Meridian, Idaho
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • From Strategy to Revenue — We Make Growth Measurable.

    Enrich Marketing partners with small and mid-sized businesses to build data-driven digital campaigns, media strategies, and creative content that boost visibility, performance, and ROI...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Buffalo, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Portfolios Count
    9 Projects Listed
  • It's time to be better. We provide big agency thinking, but without the price tag.

    We are an autonomous media and communications agency offering comprehensive strategic planning and execution services to businesses on a global scale. Our mission revolves around reshaping and improving the traditional advertising agency model, bringing forth a superior, cost-effective, dedicated, and agile...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Singapore, Singapore
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Ex-WPP Media Experts, $100M Ad Spend Expertise & Fortune 500 Ads Experience

    Skip the Noise Media is a paid social agency run by ex-WPP pros, helping brands grow with sharp strategy across TikTok, Pinterest, Reddit & more not just Meta and Google...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • eCommerce
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
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    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Best-in-class Growth Agency For DTC Brands

    Flighted is a DTC growth marketing agency specializing in paid social ad management, ad creative production, and landing page design for brands looking to take their growth to the next level...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • eCommerce
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We're BrandRukus, We're People Who Get People.

    Our specialties include media buying and optimization of Meta, Google, Affiliate marketing management, and e-commerce solutions. We have assembled a team of top talent including leading business solution experts to provide the best experience for our clients. In short, we pursue your goals relentlessly...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
  • Your Partner in Paid Media

    Already running paid media? Feel like your account has become stale or stagnant? We will provide a free audit to uncover areas of inefficiency, opportunity, and new initiatives. Our complimentary audits have saved our clients hundreds of thousands of dollars...

    Top Services:

    • Email Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Caldwell, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • eCommerce Agency | Acquire & Retain More Customers

    We help 7 & 8-figure eCommerce brands acquire more customers and retain them with performance marketing that drives profitable growth...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Your Marketing Precision Partner

    Bullseye Strategy is a boutique digital marketing agency delivering big-agency results. We specialize in SEO, paid media, content, and full-funnel strategies that drive real business growth. With senior-level talent and personalized, data-driven campaigns, we turn traffic into ROI...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Web Design
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Hollywood, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Passionate About Entertainment Marketing

    We're not just passionate about Hispanic Entertainment Marketing, it's the only thing we do. And we've been doing it for over 33 years. Contact us to know more!...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • We scale paid advertising profitably, tied to verified revenue.

    LGG Media manages paid media across Google, Meta and Microsoft Advertising for businesses spending $100K+ a month. Every engagement starts with attribution, before a single campaign launches. We manage more than $100M in annual ad spend for clients in Canada and the US. No annual contracts...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    Ottawa, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    4 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
    • Show more
    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
    • Show more
    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Digital PR and Marketing Service Solutions

    At KCA Virtuality, we take great care to ensure that your company's message is not only delivered effectively but also reaches the right audience, securing its impact and resonance. We employ state-of-the-art content marketing strategies to further enhance your brand's performance. Through the strategic...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Show more
    Location
    Bendigo, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Senior-led paid acquisition for Meta and Google, run with AI

    GrowthMarketer (growthmarketer.com) offers senior-led paid acquisition for Meta and Google. We run Meta and Google ads, creative, landing pages and tracking to grow revenue. One senior operator owns the strategy, the weekly decisions and the results...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • CRO
    • PPC
    Location
    Boulder, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49

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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