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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  • Elite on-demand marketing

    Ocupe Digital offers high-caliber Marketing teams to work on Performance, Creative, Media Buying & Planning services for startups, scaleups and agencies.We've worked with clients such as Ogilvy, EY, JP Morgan, BMW and multiple startups. Our A-team has professionals coming from Google and Facebook to get...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Content Marketing
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Sao Paulo, Brazil
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Weinberg Whitman is a dynamic team of seasoned marketing consultants and advisors.

    Weinberg Whitman is a dynamic team of seasoned marketing consultants and advisors dedicated to propelling your business to new heights. With a wealth of experience across diverse industries, we bring a fresh perspective and proven strategies to drive success...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Services
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $55/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • B2B marketing services tailored to your needs.

    B2B marketing for sectors such as logistics, manufacturing, transportation, heavy industry and IT. We help market products in French-, Dutch- and English-speaking markets. We have clients from Europe and the US. We are a digital marketing agency that generates leads. We have direct experience working in...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Affiliate Marketing
    • CRO
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    Location
    Krakow, Poland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Digital Advertising Agency

    Through strategic digital marketing initiatives, The Social Rook blends data, creativity, and the human experience to scale businesses...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Creating Impact. Inspiring Change.

    Orchid is an award-winning marketing, design, and PR agency with studios in Jersey and Bristol. With over 20 years of experience, the agency specializes in delivering innovative campaigns that drive meaningful change for both public and private sector clients. The agency's creative specialists craft cohesive...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Saint Helier, Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Own your client acquisition system.

    Notorious Creative Agency builds client acquisition systems. Paid ads on Meta and Google, conversion-focused landing pages, a fully configured CRM, automated nurture and retargeting, and AI appointment setting that contacts every lead in under five minutes, 24/7 assembled into one owned pipeline...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • CRO
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    Location
    Bushkill, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Marketing, Brand, Design, Digital

    We start work by listening to you, and understanding your needs. We have a strategic and result-oriented approach to ensure you reach your goals. Our key to success is how we work. We review where you are, identify where you want to be and make a plan to get you there...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Twickenham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • From Darkness To Light

    Jenica Marketing Agency is driven by a mission to create meaningful impact for the brands we serve, the businesses we support, and the people we work with. We strive to bring clarity, growth, and positive change to every partnership...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Alexandria, Egypt
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Let's Create Something Extraordinary Together

    The Park Ave Company is a strategic communications, learning, and experience design agency that helps organizations amplify important stories, engage audiences, and drive meaningful change. The company combines strategy, planning, design, user experience, community engagement, and educational content...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Content Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Smarter Marketing For Growing Businesses

    A digital marketing agency with a difference. We join the dots across your entire marketing ecosystem not silos. Senior-led. Radically transparent. Built on continuous improvement...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Christchurch, New Zealand
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Dubai's growth partner for SEO, ASO, and paid media.

    DigitalOrks is a Dubai-based digital marketing agency helping brands across the GCC grow through search, app stores, and paid media. Our team combines technical SEO, app store optimization (ASO), and performance-driven advertising on Google, Meta, Snapchat, and TikTok...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • AEO
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    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Smart Clicks, Smarter Outcomes

    Click Genius is a performance marketing and SEO agency built on nine years of paid media, search and measurement. Senior strategists only, real documented results, and tracking you can actually trust. Based in Sandton, working with businesses across South Africa...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • AEO
    • Media Buying
    • Affiliate Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Sandton, South Africa
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Rooted in Results. Built for Growth.

    Tree Service Lead Machine is a growth-focused marketing agency built specifically for the tree service industry. We help tree care companies generate exclusive leads, book more estimates, strengthen their online presence, and build predictable growth through paid advertising, automation, websites, reputation...

    Top Services:

    • Video Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Wearables
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Marlborough, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your whole marketing team for one flat monthly fee.

    Havstock runs your marketing on a monthly subscription instead of project quotes. For one flat fee you get ads on Meta, Google and LinkedIn, websites and funnels, email campaigns, SEO, a CRM with automations, and an AI chat that books calls from your site. Send as many requests as you want. We work through...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Web Design
    • SEO
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    Location
    Ras Al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • AI-Powered, Data-Driven Digital Growth Agency

    D-Option is a digital growth agency helping brands turn visibility into measurable business growth. We specialize in SEO, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), ASO, performance marketing, data analytics, and UX. By combining human expertise with data and AI-powered technologies, we build tailored strategies...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • SEO
    • CRO
    • PPC
    • Digital 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
    1 Project Listed
  • Performance Television Everywhere

    We are a boutique, full-service advertising agency targeting English and Spanish speaking consumers with media and analytic specialties in television (linear and OTT/Advanced), print and radio (terrestrial, digital and podcast). We also have full video, print and radio creative service capabilities...

    Top Services:

    • Audio Production
    • Video Production
    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Sarasota, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We believe in full-service creative advertising: in-house production, media planning, and media buying...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    South Burlington, Vermont
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Excellence. Integrity. Results.

    Longbotham Strategic Marketing offers services such as websites, trade shows, social media, videos, email marketing, and more, we can make life easier by supporting your in-house team or providing full-service strategy, creative, and implementation...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Web Design
    • Public Relations
    • Media Buying
    • Market Research
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    Location
    Scranton, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Reach Your Audience on the Wing.

    Wingman Media is a Los Angeles-based media planning and buying agency whose expert growth marketing services have earned them an incredible spot in the Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies of 2022 list. We help all kinds of companies, whether they're just starting up or already established - by...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Westlake Village, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Drive Sales, Build Brands, Get Results With Strikepoint

    Strikepoint Media is dedicated to helping financial businesses reach the pinnacle of success. We specialize in lead generation and funnel building so your audience can become excited about your brand – that "strike point" moment when they convert into a loyal customer or client!...

    Top Services:

    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Laguna Beach, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Helping You Tap Into the Local Market

    SCS unlocks the potential of brands with creative storytelling that energizes fans and forges life-long connections. Our unique approach combines decades' worth of deep media insight, planning expertise, buying strategy, content production experience - plus bold independent thinking. From concept to execution...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Branding
    • Show more
    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Global PR & Content Specialists

    Our integrated agency brings together a team of imaginative marketers and experienced PR specialists to provide exceptional branding solutions for travel, culture & lifestyle clients...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Succeed with Strategic Thinking.

    Steenman Associates: 30 years running with an experienced team ready to steer your campaign in the right direction. Our full-service agency and digital services firm provide traditional + cutting edge media strategies for marketers, retailers, auto dealerships & events searching for improved lead acquisition...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Everett, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Engineering Brand Love.

    The Shipyard is an independent, full-service agency that integrates creative, media, data and technology to build performance-driven brands audiences genuinely love...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Media Buying
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Columbus, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Providing all-around digital marketing solutions with Jeel Media.

    Jeel Media is a regional advertising and digital media agency that operates in the MENA region since 2017. They offer a range of digital marketing services tailored to fit clients' business needs and goals...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Amman, Jordan
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Marketing Agency

    Findsome & Winmore was established in 1995 by Matt Certo, starting out in his Rollins College dorm room. Under the guidance of his father, Sam, the company experienced steady growth with a primary focus on web design and programming...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Content Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Media Buying
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Winter Park, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Digital advertising in the desired way

    Jump Company is an agency specializing in advertising, branding, design and digital marketing. We are located in St. Louis and Decatur, Illinois, and our team brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. Since our establishment in 2001, we have cultivated a national presence and served clients...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    University City, Missouri
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • 10X+ ROAS With Influencer Marketing

    ALL-IN-ONE Influencer Marketing Agency & Technology Company. We have built the leading Influencer marketing platform helping brands achieve 10X+ ROAS. Leveraging Big Data, AI, and automation to increase ROI, lower CAC, and collect high-quality UGC for brands worldwide...

    Top Services:

    • Affiliate Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Digital Marketing Consultancy

    At Mosto Digital, our fervor lies in democratizing digital advertising to enable individuals to reach their performance objectives. With a wealth of experience spanning over 15 years, we excel in crafting influential yet cost-effective digital marketing strategies customized for brands across the spectrum of...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
    • CRO
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $115/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Shaping Stories. Building Movements. Inspiring Change.

    Fenton specializes in crafting compelling stories and building movements that inspire change. With a focus on traditional and digital strategies, they help organizations connect with audiences to drive social and corporate impact...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • An award‑winning digital marketing agency.

    True is an award-winning digital marketing agency specializing in driving accelerated growth for ambitious brands...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Advertising
    • SEO
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Sydney, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Paid-acquisition systems for coaches, real estate agencies and personal injury firms

    Wealth Marketing AI builds paid-acquisition systems for three kinds of businesses: Dubai and Abu Dhabi real estate agencies, US high-ticket coaches and consultants, and US personal injury firms with Spanish-first intake. Guarantee on every engagement: if it is not live in 30 days, you keep everything built...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • CRO
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    Bogota, Colombia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Everyone deserves a better services

    Pixellion is a leading digital marketing agency based in Yangon, Myanmar. We bring the whole team of specialists who always love to innovate things to another level by the access of world-class resources...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Video Production
    • Show more
    Location
    Yangon, Burma
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • The Productized Shopify Agency

    Shopyard is a productized Shopify growth agency that helps e-commerce brands identify issues, implement fixes, and scale revenue through fixed-price services. The agency specializes in Shopify audits, conversion optimization, paid advertising, email marketing, and store performance improvements without...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce
    • eCommerce Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    Oak Park, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Award Winning Creative Agency

    Milked Media is a creative agency that specializes in content production, paid social and email marketing campaigns for fashion, jewelry, beauty, and home e-commerce brands. Together we can reach a wider audience, grow your online sales, and build customer loyalty...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Creative Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Accelerating Your Brand.

    RMG is a full in-house, boutique, Advertising Agency. We create results driven advertising campaigns designed to bring your business to the next level...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Media Buying
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Spring, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Nash-Keller Media specializes in web design, SEO, online media planning & buying, PPC, and a multitude of other traffic generation methods...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Sioux Falls, South Dakota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Built for the modern era

    Communication, creativity, and innovation are what we do best at Front + Centre. Our team of experts can help your brand stand out from the pack with customized strategies tailored to maximize exposure.From PR campaigns that rocket you into public awareness, to social media management tactics designed for...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Event Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Branding
    • Show more
    Location
    Vancouver, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Modern Solutions for Modern Communities

    Community Associates and Modern Press (CAMP) is dedicated to helping businesses grow by leveraging their most valuable asset: their community. CAMP takes a public affairs approach to business and marketing, utilizing community engagement and brand building through targeted advertising to effectively promote...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Tailored Media Solutions for the Healthcare Industry

    OpenHuddle is a media agency dedicated to bridging the gap between our clients and their marketing strategies, providing unified, creative campaigns that are guaranteed to make an impact. Our passionate team has extensive experience in healthcare industry marketing and understands how important it can be for...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Boston, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • World class digital solutions

    Socialmeds Digital specializes in social media and digital marketing services that help business owners grow their businesses in measurable ways. We believe that every brand has a unique story to tell, and that a compelling story builds loyalty among customers. Our team of experts work closely with our...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Graphic Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Nairobi, Kenya
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Precision Storytelling That Builds Influence.

    Gem PR & Media is a consultancy that puts client relationships at the heart of our business. We listen to our clients, align their business, social media and PR objectives, provide strategic campaign management and the evaluation of results, which is not only about coverage, but also outcomes...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Public Relations
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Event Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Springfield, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Empowering the Underdog

    LOOMIS is a full-service agency that champions underdogs and challenges industry norms. We empower them to think differently, find their voice and stand out from the competition...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Unconventional Connections, Bold Results

    The HYPHEN team (formerly JP Marketing, merged with Marketing Plus) is a full-service creative marketing agency founded in 1994. With approximately 26 team members in Fresno, California, the firm specializes in brand-driven advertising, media buying, digital strategy, website design, and storytelling...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Public Relations
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    Fresno, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Storytelling That Ignites Action

    Flashpoint Strategies is a media and storytelling firm specializing in Democratic campaigns, PACs, labor organizations, and advocacy initiatives. The company creates innovative, research-backed communication strategies that help campaigns and organizations connect with audiences and drive action. With 14...

    Top Services:

    • Reputation Management
    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Public Relations
    • Show more
    Location
    Lambertville, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Building Repeatable Growth For DTC Brands

    High Beam Marketing is built to partner with your team's marketers to deploy a digital strategy that works. Stop suffering from "random acts of marketing" and put a plan in place to drive your business forward...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Design Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Spring Hill, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Let's Build Together

    YellowRed is a digital communications and technology lab for your business...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Branding
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    Singapore, Singapore
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Omnirank is a leading SEO Agency.

    Omnirank is a leading SEO Agency that helps to grow your business and rank on page 1 Google using search-first strategies with proven results...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • CRO
    • Show more
    Location
    Jakarta, Indonesia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Fueled by Performance. Driven by Results.

    Boathouse is a performance marketing agency dedicated to improving marketing impact through data, creativity, and cutting-edge technology. Guided by a team-focused ethos, Boathouse combines strategic rigor with innovative solutions to deliver results that drive client success. Committed to diversity and...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Market Research
    • Show more
    Location
    Waltham, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Yesterday an idea, today a decision, tomorrow an opportunity.

    Sioy is an innovative IT company pushing technological boundaries with expertise in web development, ERP solutions, customizations, standalone apps, games, bots, and 3D modeling. It also specializes in UI/UX design and offers learning opportunities through Sioy Academy. Beyond services, Sioy develops...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Creative Services
    • Affiliate Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr

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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