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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  • 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
  • Clicks Fade ​​Brands Endure

    Left Hand Agency is a strategic CPG media planning and buying agency. We help CPG and retail marketers strike the right balance between performance and brand advertising...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Oregon City, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Grow Your Agency Not Your Overheads

    One white label partner for paid ads, SEO and websites. White Label PPC delivers Google Ads, Meta Ads, SEO and Shopify or WooCommerce builds for agencies that want to sell more without growing headcount. Your brand on everything, our team behind it...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • SEO
    • AEO
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Cairo, Egypt
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Performance Creative That Converts

    Creative Milkshake is a performance creative agency for brands that want ads built to convert, not just get likes. Specializing in paid social, they develop scroll-stopping, platform-native creative backed by structured testing, fast iteration, and clear performance thinking. By combining creative instinct...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Strategic creativity. Measurable growth.

    Alpha Agency is a full-service advertising, media and communications agency with Baltic roots and an international network. We combine creative strategy, media planning, digital marketing, PR, branding, social media, influencer marketing, events and performance campaigns to help brands grow, reach the right...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Services
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Riga, Latvia
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • The only social growth hacking agency.

    Spark Climb is the only growth hacking agency that enables brands to leverage cutting-edge technology in their social media branding and growth strategies...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • PR. Branding. Marketing.

    Proxy PR is a New York City-based media communications firm, proponent of intellectual curiosity, and enthusiast for the legal and legal technology industries...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Reputation Management
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Put yourself in focus

    It's a done-for-you content creation and ads agency. We take care of the scripting, strategy, recording, editing and publishing the content for you...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Media Buying
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Houston, Texas
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Moving Pictures.

    BlueStar Media offers comprehensive motion picture and media production services tailored to corporate communications, advertising campaigns, training videos, and documentaries. With a dedication to excellence, our team of professionals utilizes cutting-edge technology and creative expertise to deliver...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Media Buying
    Location
    Needham, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • It's one thing to measure impressions. It's another to make one.

    We believe that captivating audiences comes before converting them. We aren't satisfied with impressions and views alone. We believe that the audience must be interested in what happens next. That their participation is what makes the content an experience...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Branding
    • Media Buying
    • SEO
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Getting Your Story to the Right Audience

    D S Simon Media helps clients get their stories on television, through satellite media tours and by producing and distributing video content to the media. We also produce virtual events for fundraising, panel discussions and awards programs. Established in 1986, we have won more than 100 industry awards. Top...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Media Buying
    • Audio Production
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Build a lasting brand thats authentically you

    We work with prominent individuals and public figures to embrace what sets them apart so that they are ready to gain massive exposure & opportunities in media & entertainment...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    Location
    Superior, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Drive Attention, Educate Audiences, Achieve Results.

    Digital AIM Media is a full-service digital advertising agency, blending locally focused expertise with a global perspective. The agency specializes in creating impactful marketing campaigns that capture attention, educate audiences, and drive measurable results...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    Location
    McAllen, Texas
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • We Help Our Clients Scale their B2B Marketing

    True to our name The B2B Marketing Company, our exclusive focus is on B2B marketing. Our extensive portfolio includes collaborations with industry-leading B2B brands such as Adobe, Microsoft, Penske, John Deere, and many others. What sets us apart from conventional agencies is our distinctive approach we...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Branding
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Turn Your Real Estate Business Into a Lead-Generating Machine

    RealtyCTL is a growth infrastructure partner for real estate agents and mortgage officers. Predictable lead generation, AI automation, CRM systems...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Dover, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Harness the Power of Data and Fuel your Digital Marketing Success

    Attention Media leverages data as the cornerstone for achieving exceptional accuracy, engagement, and efficiency in advertising. Through advanced data-driven tools, in-depth analysis, and tailored management, we create campaigns that connect your business directly with your target audience, delivering...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Santa Monica, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Your Ads Should Be Making You Money

    Dgtal Grow is a performance marketing agency focused on scaling businesses through data-driven advertising, conversion optimization, and full-funnel growth systems. Positioned as a performance-first growth partner, the agency specializes in paid media services including Google Ads, Meta Ads, TikTok Ads...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • CRO
    • PPC
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Chattogram, Bangladesh
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Meta Ads Management & Low-Ticket Funnel Builds

    Founder-led Meta ads management for proven low-ticket offers, plus done-for-you funnel builds for coaches, course creators and digital-product businesses...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Albuquerque, New Mexico
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Marketing A Better World

    Hive Digital - Marketing a Better World - is an award-winning digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, AI search optimization, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), paid media, and digital strategy...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Holly Springs, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $185/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Think Clearly. Create Boldly. Grow Confidently.

    We help businesses grow through a connected marketing approach built on strategy, creative, and performance. Headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada and serving clients across North America, Social Know How® has spent over a decade helping ambitious brands cut through the noise with marketing that is...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Services
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Vaughan, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $395/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Scientifically Creative. Purposefully Human.

    Part creative agency. Part media agency. 100% backed by data...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Rochester, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Leading Global Web3 PR & AIO platform. Helping brands lead search results.

    Rankovate is a premier Dubai based infrastructure for Crypto and Web3 press release distribution. We provide guaranteed visibility across 200 plus Tier 1 media partners. Our process is optimized for AI search models to ensure your brand achieves global authority and credibility...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Digital Strategy
    • Reputation Management
    • Branding
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Global Public Relations

    Walther Kranz (WK) is the go-to global PR agency for crafting compelling messages that resonate with the target audience. With a team of industry professionals specializing in PR, social media, and digital marketing, WK offers integrated solutions to elevate the brand's presence and yield measurable results...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Event Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Renowned software distributor & reseller, providing a comprehensive range of products.

    Trends Bird has carved a niche for itself in the IT industry and has increased its business by acquiring some major domestic projects. The company has been able to make a name for itself in a relatively short span of time only because of its ability and commitments to ensure customer satisfaction by rewarding...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    Dhaka, Bangladesh
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Digital Marketing That Drives Real Business Growth

    Snow Marketing Collective is a results-driven digital marketing agency helping service-based businesses generate more leads through SEO, paid ads, and high-converting websites. We focus on practical growth strategies that drive real revenue, not vanity metrics. From local SEO to Google and Meta ads, we build...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
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    Location
    Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Make Your Next Project Hassle-Free. On Time. On Budget. Absolutely.

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

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Digital Services
    • Creative Services
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Mahopac, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We Make Marketing Human.

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

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    Location
    Syracuse, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Digital Marketing & Advertising for Tech Brands

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

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    Jersey City, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Digital marketing agency - helps you achieve your business goals.

    Data-Driven Marketing, Tailored for Your Business Growth...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Valmiera, Latvia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Digital Marketing & Performance Agency.

    We transform your digital strategy helping you reach your full potential and catapult your company to exceptional success. Join forces with us to turn your company into a digital powerhouse, generating more leads, customers, and sales than ever before...

    Top Services:

    • CRO
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Athens, Greece
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $55/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Bringing Ideas To Life

    Leaders in Website Design & Development. Our extraordinary, bold approach as digital innovators. We leverage technology to seamlessly integrate marketing strategies with cutting-edge technology such as Artificial Intelligence, Experience Marketing, Web 3.0, and Neural Marketing. By embracing these...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Media Buying
    • Web Development
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Durban, South Africa
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Empower Your Business with Targeted Lead Generation

    Our goal is to help businesses enhance their global brand awareness...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Web Development
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Helping People To Buy Is the Best Way To Sell

    B2B Google Ads, SEO and lead generation agency Singapore-based B2B inbound marketing consultancy, a Google, Meta, Linkedin, HubSpot and Notion Partner. We build operating systems for how complex B2B actually buys with offices in Singapore & Malaysia...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Media Buying
    • Show more
    Location
    Singapore, Singapore
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Your Partner In Digital Growth.

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

    Top Services:

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

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

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Branding
    • Show more
    Location
    Santa Monica, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • We are creative problem solvers focused on business results and effectiveness. Established in Sofia, Bulgaria, GOBOX is an independent advertising agency that operates at the global and local scene by delivering value through new marketing thinking and efficiency of resources. Our close team of advertising...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Digital Services
    • Business Consulting
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Sofia, Bulgaria
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Anywhere. Everywhere.You.

    IGAMING, SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT GLOBAL MARKETING AGENCY| YOUR STRATEGIC PARTNER TAILORING MARKETING SOLUTIONS |...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Services
    • Reputation Management
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Nyon, Switzerland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Break through the noise.

    Ketchum is a leading global communications consultancy based in New York, specializing in public relations, marketing, and corporate communications to help brands stand out...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Reputation Management
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1/hr
  • Sales Activity, Success & Time

    Reptide Media's virtual assistants are your secret weapon in the digital age. We empower businesses of all sizes with expert VAs specializing in sales enhancement, platform mastery, and maximizing productivity. Let Reptide Media's VAs streamline your workflows, capture qualified leads, craft engaging content...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • CRM Consulting
    • Media Buying
    • Email Marketing
    • BPO
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    Location
    Harvard, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Impossible Marketing Challenges

    Performena is a technology-driven marketing engineering company that builds integrated marketing systems designed to solve complex performance and coordination challenges. Rather than operating as a traditional agency, Performena focuses on engineering unified marketing ecosystems that combine platform...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Creative Services
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Your Full-Spectrum Digital Growth Partner

    HOSTA is a UAE-based Digital Transformation & Enterprise Engineering company delivering high-performance Hosting, scalable Web & App platforms, cloud-native infrastructure, AI automation, SEO, AEO, GEO, Media buying, and data-driven Digital solutions built for growth, performance, and long-term business...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Managed Services
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • For Brands That Refuse To Be Ignored

    EARY Digital is a San Antonio, TX digital marketing agency built for businesses that refuse to be ignored. We specialize in custom website design, search engine optimization (SEO), video production, drone tours, content creation, and full-scale digital marketing all under one roof...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Boerne, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Taking Flagship Brands From Basic To Brilliant

    Based in New York City, THE CHARLES was founded by sibling duo, Aaron Edwards and Samantha Edwards in 2011. Driven by their respective passion for culture, creativity, strategy, finance and technology, they sought to create a digital-first agency that would do things differently...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $235/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • One of the leading Digital PR services with proven SEO link building strategies.

    At TML we specialize in digital marketing to help your business rise above the competition. Our tailored strategies are designed to boost your website's rankings, drive more targeted traffic, and enhance your online presence. Link your way to the top of search results with us...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Gibraleón, Spain
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Creatives That Tell A Compelling Story

    We scale purpose-driven brands with performance-focused ads. Strategic content & ad placement that accelerates your impact on the world. A full-service creative and marketing agency that helps brands grow through strategic content, performance-driven paid media, and measurable, data-backed results...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Huntington, West Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Omnichannel Advertising, Simplified

    Xapads Media is a forward-thinking digital marketing agency that blends data-driven strategy with innovative AI automation to help brands grow online. From performance advertising and SEO to social media and influencer engagement, Xapads focuses on tailored solutions that boost visibility, drive conversions...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Branding
    Location
    Noida, India
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Where Visionaries Work

    The Visual House is an integrated communication agency, an expert in making videos like Documentaries, Corporate films, Explainer videos etc along with providing Event management services and Printing and Designing of all IEC, BCC and SBCC Material for all India regions...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Advertising
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Delhi, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
  • Pry Open Your Inner Marketing Beast

    Use Creative Leverage to find elegant marketing solutions. We see Crobar as the power tool that helps clients raise their brand above the competition...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Branding
    • Show more
    Location
    Greensboro, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Where Innovation Meets Quality

    We are Elenor Marketing Agency, a team with creative minds that develops start-ups or large businesses and empowers them by developing tailored plans based on the nature and scale of your company after doing detailed, and extensive marketing studies...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Nasr City, Egypt
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Scale Your Brain Child

    Digital marketing services like SEO, SMO, PPC, or even Content marketing can help you grow your business in todays digital environment. We help you focus on your businesss unique offerings instead of dealing with the technicalities of marketing. Get a free quote today!...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • eCommerce Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Lagos, Nigeria
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed

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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