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. 

Organic rankings are determined by five factors: top services, reviews, portfolio, awards/press, and team expertise. Sponsored listings pay for a placement that appears above organic positions. Sponsorship does not affect star ratings or review content - read more on our methodology page.

  • 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
  • We Help B2C Brands Achieve Real Growth | Pioneering Performance UGC

    As a boutique growth agency with a specialization in the expansion of B2C brands, GRYT exemplifies a commitment to delivering genuine marketing solutions that yield tangible results and authentic growth. GRYT proudly associates itself as a trusted partner with Shopify and Klaviyo, reflecting our dedication to...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce
    • Media Buying
    • CRO
    • Email Marketing
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Singapore, Singapore
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • 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
  • Seasoned Creativity for Your Brand’s Success.

    Mokeka Advertising blends creativity and precision to craft tailored marketing strategies inspired by the richness of Brazilian culture, delivering impactful results for each client...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Atibaia, Brazil
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Clarity That Moves.

    A full-service marketing agency blending strategy, creativity, and technology to build bold brands, powerful campaigns, and measurable growth for mission-driven organizations...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Winchester, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • 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
  • 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
  • Make Art That Doesn't Waste Time

    Geletka+ is an full-service, independent, creative-first agency based in Chicago. We help brands move faster and make a bigger impact by cutting unnecessary process and building integrated teams around the work that matters most...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Where B2B Brands Meet Buyers

    24 Media Advert is where powerful B2B content meets global demand generation. We help enterprises turn every whitepaper, guide, and research asset into a highperformance growth machine-by ensuring it reaches the right decisionmakers, in the right markets, at the exact moment theyre ready to engage. Our...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Media Buying
    • Content Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Advertising
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • We use AI to help MarTech #B2BSaaS brands achieve their big vision so that together we can make a bi

    AI-Powered Growth Marketing For MarTech B2B SaaS brands...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • AI Specialized SEO Agency.

    AI SEO PLUS merges top-tier SEO methodologies with cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology to streamline processes and outperform competitors. Employing sophisticated techniques, we pinpoint opportunities and craft tailored SEO strategies precisely suited to your niche. Our range of SEO services...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • CRO
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Bucharest, Romania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Empowering Brands to Succeed in Japan

    Kakushin Digital is a bilingual digital marketing agency helping global brands thrive in Japan. We specialize in SEO, Google Ads, and analytics, blending local expertise with international strategy. From building strong online visibility to driving measurable growth, we help companies break language and...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Translation Services
    • Media Buying
    • CRO
    • PPC
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    Location
    Tokyo, Japan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Marketing More Affordable Than You May Think Possible

    Our marketing approach is to identify exact opportunities for getting your business more customers, sales, and revenue. We want to give your products and services the right messaging, design, and media channels at the most efficient price possible...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
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    Location
    Boston, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Helping Spokane Business Owners Grow

    Spokane Marketing is a unique full stack marketing agency based in Spokane Washington. We are small team of young, sharp minded and tenacious young adults who saw that there was a drastic need to connect Business owners to customers. Most marketing agencies are owned or operated by people who quite frankly...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Spokane, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We're Not Big Guys, Just Big Thinkers.

    We've never been seduced by a short cut or known a summary we could trust. We study your world until we believe it. There's a reason our branding stays relevant. It isn't luck and its more than talent...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Content Marketing
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Longmont, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Ready To Make an Impact Online

    Milestone Inc specializes in transforming digital experiences and boosting content visibility - so businesses across industries can acquire more customers and drive engagement and revenue. We take a proven omnichannel approach to get you the best results possible!...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A New Way of Thinking

    Let's make your brand stand out! Cooperate Marketing is the perfect partner to help you do just that. We bring unique solutions tailored to exceed all of your expectations - a far cry from generic advertising agencies and stock platforms. With our expertise in through-channel marketing, such as cooperative...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Event Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Fostering a culture of achievement

    With a decade of experience, Level Agency has become an engine for growth-minded brands. We partner with clients to create powerful performance marketing campaigns that maximize their ROI and reach the right consumers at the perfect time...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Brave branding unleashed.

    G&G specializes in brand-building for bold clients who take unconventional routes to outperform their competition. Our ethical approach uncovers strategic perspectives and brings brands to life in cluttered markets...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Product Design
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Engineered Marketing for Your Needs!

    Since our establishment in 2013, we have delivered more than 300 successful projects, harnessing the expertise of our team with over 50 years of collective software development experience...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Media Buying
    • UI/UX Design
    • Advertising
    • Branding
    • Show more
    Location
    Tampa, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Impactful Paid Media & Digital Strategies

    Dragon360 is a dynamic digital agency specializing in comprehensive solutions, from ad campaigns to strategic consulting, designed to resonate with audiences and drive tangible results. Employing people-centered and data-driven strategies, Dragon360 crafts impactful digital experiences. From strategic...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Kingston, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Global mobile performance marketing agency with extensive experience in media buying.

    Evamobi is a leading global mobile performance marketing agency with deep expertise in media buying and alternative app stores. Recognized as one of the top three agencies for Xiaomi traffic and Huawei's fastest-growing partner in 2023, Evamobi specializes in key verticals like betting, fintech, eCommerce...

    Top Services:

    • Affiliate Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • eCommerce
    • Advertising
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Helping brands grow online with smart strategy, creative content, and real results

    UNITED PR is a digital marketing agency that helps businesses grow through impactful online strategies. From SEO and paid advertising to social media and branding, we build custom solutions to increase visibility and drive real results. Whether you're a local brand or a global player, our team blends...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Media Buying
    • Video Production
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Reputation Management
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    Location
    Kyiv, Ukraine
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Connecting brands to the world's most influential stories, talent, and audiences.

    At Forge Entertainment, we believe great stories create powerful connections. We specialize in elevating brands through strategic partnerships, authentic integrations, and compelling content that resonates with audiences and delivers measurable value...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Media Buying
    • Content Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Nashville, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • FIND THE PERFECT PROMOTIONAL ITEM FOR YOUR BRAND

    The Branders is a team specialized in branding/design and manufacturing. It is quite simple, we think we can do almost anything :) But certainly what we do best is branding and customizing items. We have the coolest products available for customization in the market...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
    • Creative Services
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Bucharest, Romania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • 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
    • Show more
    Location
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Freelance flexibility. Agency resources.

    We are a digital marketing agency based in Vancouver, BC. We help SmB service based business with PPC Advertising, SEO & Website Design, Social Media Management & Brand Strategy...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Vancouver, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Your Digital Agency partner providing Design, Development, eCommerce & Print Services.

    Mediahub is a comprehensive digital agency offering a wide range of services including digital strategy, branding, design, web development, eCommerce, digital marketing, SEO, email marketing, and print advertising. Our team delivers tailored solutions to help businesses thrive in the digital landscape...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce
    • Show more
    Location
    Auckland, New Zealand
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Better Google Ads for ecommerce: guaranteed results or your money back.

    Digital Giants is an ecommerce performance marketing agency specialising in Google, Microsoft, Meta and TikTok Ads for online stores. We help store owners sell more products, to more people, more often, with fixed monthly pricing that's never tied to ad spend or revenue, no lock-in contracts, and reporting...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    Perth, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • 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
  • Your Content Engine For iGaming And Web3

    3betmedia is a content and creator marketing agency built for iGaming, crypto and prediction market brands. We produce UGC, AI content, clips and memes, and run campaigns with KOLs, influencers and streamers who already speak to your players and traders. Our network covers 50K+ creators across X, YouTube...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Affiliate Marketing
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    Location
    Vilnius, Lithuania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Right Message. Right Place. Real Results.

    Heron is an award-winning entertainment marketing and lifestyle communications agency. Our comprehensive results-driven campaigns are ROI-proven and help garner attention that leads to real bottom line results.Our robust local, national and international campaigns include not only Public Relations and...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Make Your Business Standout

    Vault Mark is a Bangkok-based growth strategy and digital performance partner founded in 2016. We help owners and marketing leaders identify where growth is getting stuck, decide what should happen first, and connect strategy, execution and measurement around that priority. Our capabilities include Search...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Show more
    Location
    Bangkok, Thailand
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Grow Your Brand With The Best In Integrated Marketing

    Omni-channel marketing partner helping brands build sustainable, long-term success. With over 20 years' experience, our exceptional branding, advertising, digital marketing, reputation management and other services have helped clients thrive in competitive industries...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Media Buying
    • Email Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • A Result-Oriented Advertising Firm

    Through data-driven marketing strategies, we collaborate with you to achieve your business objectives. Let us assist you in interpreting and directing the information your data provides about your customers and sales...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Email Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Brea, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We are storytellers

    South City PR is a nationwide public relations agency established in Charleston, South Carolina. Since its founding in 2013, South City PR has provided experience in public relations for the food, hospitality, cookbook, lifestyle, and boutique hotel industries. We are experts in PR, marketing, branding, and...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Charleston, South Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Grow Your Business Using The Power of Media Buying and SEO

    The Funnel stands as a prominent digital marketing agency in Egypt, recognized for its excellence in cultivating business growth through meticulously crafted SEO and media buying strategies. Our team of seasoned professionals is dedicated to the precise enhancement of your online presence, guaranteeing your...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Media Buying
    • Email Marketing
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Cairo, Egypt
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Lean Marketing Specialists

    London based Digital Marketing Agency, dedicated to Lean Marketing strategies...

    Top Services:

    • CRO
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Built By People Who Don't Play By The Rules

    Astute Social is a Malaysia-based marketing agency that cuts through the BS. We deliver paid ads, video production, and social media management that actually moves revenue. No fluff, no false promises - just results that show up in your bank account...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • 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
    • Show more
    Location
    Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • At Mobius we build audiences for exciting and inventive cultural projects

    Mobius is a PR and marketing agency for the arts, based in London and working across the UK. Founded in 2003, we specialise in theatre, dance, circus, festivals and cultural projects of all kinds from West End productions and major venues to first-time producers, Edinburgh Fringe debuts, and work made in...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Get Your Sales On Steroids in 90 Days

    Our Digital Marketing Agency specializes in website design, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Social Media Marketing, Google Advertising (PPC marketing), Content Writing & video production services to companies in Vancouver, Victoria, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Surrey, Kelowna, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Regina...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • eCommerce
    • Show more
    Location
    Vancouver, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • From Friction to Traction

    Flawless Inbound is the ultimate growth agency, helping B2B organizations in Canada and U.S. transform friction into traction! Our full Inbound methodology framework starts by building buyer personas before powering up your engine to match their buying cycle. Our process results in more qualified leads that...

    Top Services:

    • CRO
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Email Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Edmonton, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Integrated Marketing Communications. Data-Driven Solutions.

    Effective Marketing leads the way in innovative B2B and B2C paid media strategies, delivering measurable results through data-driven program development, management, and analysis. With a focus on accountability and innovation, the agency creates integrated marketing communications that drive business impact...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Essential E-commerce Paid Ads Plus That Keeps Your Cost Per Acquisition Low.

    Essential E-Commerce Paid Ads: We help e-commerce brands with a proven product scale profitably with certified Meta Ads and Google Ads management plus the ad creative that keeps your cost per acquisition low...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce
    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • Advertising
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    West Palm Beach, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $55/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your brand in front of every stakeholder

    Hey Sid is a marketing platform that helps B2B teams stay visible, trusted, connected to the decision-makers who influence every deal...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • AEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Gothenburg, Sweden
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A boutique agency experience any budget can afford

    Brassic stands as a boutique digital marketing agency, distinguishing itself by its ability to deliver results for clients and partners across various budgetary considerations. We invite you to communicate your needs, and we will devise strategies to enhance the prosperity of your business...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Event Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Strategy
    • Show more
    Location
    Manchester, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $130/hr
  • 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
    • Show more
    Location
    Mahopac, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Digital Marketing Done Right

    S² Advertising is a results-driven digital marketing agency that manages the entire marketing process for businesses, from strategy and branding to advertising and optimization. Focused on delivering measurable outcomes rather than vanity metrics, the agency takes full ownership of performance, ensuring...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    Chișinău, Moldova
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $13/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Make Your Brand Impossible To Scroll Past

    AdBoost Media is built around a simple philosophy: growth should be measurable, integrated, and constantly tested. We partner with ambitious DTC and ecommerce brands to build full-funnel growth systems that connect paid media, creative, CRO, funnels, organic social, and web...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Media Buying
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    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