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  • Your Success Is Our Success.

    SMMA is an Irish owned Marketing Agency. We help businesses all sizes take their business to the next level and reach their goals. Our services range from building unique stand out websites to designing the most eye-catching content...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Digital Strategy
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Sixmilebridge, Ireland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Sacramentos Small Business Marketing Partner

    At Capital Valley Marketing, we make marketing simple, effective, and relationship-driven. If you already have a marketing manager or team, we act as an extension of your staff providing strategy, expertise, and extra hands to keep campaigns running smoothly without the overwhelm...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    Sacramento, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Your Expertise Made Visible

    In high-trust industries, visibility is the new currency of trust. Clause Play bridges the gap between professional excellence and market perception. We help founders and firms navigate the complexities of digital presence, media positioning, and brand strategy...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Reputation Management
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    Location
    Bengaluru, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • High-End Commercial Photography

    Dean Wright Photography is a London-based commercial photographer specialising in corporate headshots, industrial facility photography, luxury hotel and property imagery, and high-resolution 360 virtual tours...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Event Marketing
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    Location
    Uxbridge, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Passion, Dedication, and a lot of Coffee

    At 752 Graphics, we pride our self on being a small company like our customers and going through the thick of it together. Our major purpose is to assist small companies in the DFW region with the digital and printed media essential for their firm to develop...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Bring Your Game To Chinese Players

    We localize PC, console, and mobile games into nativequality Simplified Chinese, including store pages, trailers, LQA. We also provide Chinese gaming community management. With client reviews and a proven portfolio, we deliver culturally accurate results. Read our latest case study...

    Top Services:

    • Translation Services
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Business Consulting
    • Software Testing
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    Location
    Warsaw, Poland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $28/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Reimagining Your Business

    Your AI native growth partner, specializing in web, e-commerce, digital marketing, mobile apps, UI/UX, and brand design. Our expert team uses cutting-edge technology to elevate your business, delivering strategic solutions that drive results and maximize profit...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Branding
    • SEO
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    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Proactively Manage Your Online Business

    Because we live in a digital age, we have worked with companies that help our clients become more productive, compliant, secure, and efficient in their everyday transactions. Through our collaborations, we provide licensing, training, and support to ensure our clients' online success. Growing your brand...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Email Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Johannesburg, South Africa
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Inspiring Marketing Needs For Business.

    Advanced marketing solutions for businesses looking to show up where it matters. Tailored marketing strategies that reflect your brand and profile. Specialists in website development and SEO...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Paignton, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Help Small Businesses Do Better!

    We are dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable website design and IT services tailored to the unique needs of churches, individuals, and small businesses across the nation. Our goal is to help our clients establish a strong online presence with professional, user-friendly websites and reliable IT...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Cybersecurity
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    Location
    Memphis, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Helping Businesses Grow Online

    Newtons Creative is a Dubai-based digital marketing agency dedicated to helping businesses grow through strategy, creativity, and performance-driven campaigns. Specializing in Google Ads, SEO, and full-scale digital solutions, the agency works with startups and established brands across Dubai and Abu Dhabi to...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Graphic Design
    • PPC
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    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • A full service Digital Creative Agency

    Nigeria's Cifwep Digital Onitsha. Using creative brand representation, online reputation management, long-term digital marketing strategies and techniques, customer relationship management, website UI/UX design and development, and social media integration and marketing, an innovative digital marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Advertising
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Onitsha, Nigeria
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Get our new eBook at diviriagency.com

    We create opportunities for entrepreneurs, professionals, businesses, and others through innovative services, modern strategies, state-of-the-art MarTech and more. ︎︎...

    Top Services:

    • Video Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Event Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • We believe no business is too small to dominate their digital niche.

    No business is too small to dominate their digital niche...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    Location
    Bonney Lake, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Content with substance, beautifully crafted

    Fourth Estate Creative is an editorial-led content agency working with a diverse and talented team of creators to create bespoke print, web, digital, video and audio content. Our work has one goal: to help people better understand complicated but valuable information...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $65/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • A fully-integrated creative agency in the North West

    13creative is an integrated creative design agency based in Warrington, UK. We work with a range of clients across a variety of sectors including education, retail and corporate services to bring their brands to life...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Social Media Marketing
    Location
    Warrington, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Creativity.Vision.Growth

    Marketing. As personal to you as your business. Get accessible and personalized marketing services that support your vision, your budget, and your schedule...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Social Media Marketing
    Location
    Boise, Idaho
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Stride Forward

    Stride Strategy sets itself apart as more than just an ordinary social media marketing agency. We represent a dynamic and accomplished team, spearheaded by Nate Baldwin, a distinguished figure in the field of social media strategy, renowned for his collaborations with industry leaders within the Tri-State...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    Location
    Doylestown, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Digital Marketing Agency.

    Big House Marketing FZE is a leading digital marketing and branding agency specializing in social media management, web development, SEO, content creation, and paid advertising. We craft data-driven strategies to help brands increase visibility, generate leads, and drive conversions in a competitive digital...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    Location
    Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Jeremy Arana Media Transforming Brands Through Powerful Media.

    Jeremy Arana Media helps service-based businesses identify the marketing, lead generation, sales, and operational bottlenecks limiting growth. Through business reviews and strategic advisory, we help owners determine what to fix first and build a clearer path to more qualified customers...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Social Media Marketing
    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Lets dive into Branding to make your brand impact the world!

    Co-op Art was created with the purpose of helping people and businesses. We envision the growth of brands. We believe in bringing out the potential of your business, doing what we love...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Social Media Marketing
    Location
    Bragança Paulista, Brazil
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Making A Difference Together

    Trendtrek Digital is a results-driven digital marketing agency focused on helping businesses grow through smarter strategies and stronger SEO rankings. We specialize in delivering powerful digital marketing solutions that improve SEO rankings, boost online visibility, and connect brands with the right...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    Location
    Barishal, Bangladesh
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Design. Develop. Deliver.

    At Loud Crowd Media, we firmly uphold the principle of wholehearted commitment. In a landscape abundant with competition, the essence of a brand's distinction necessitates a substantial impact. Effectively resonating within the marketplace demands an assertive approach. Our strategy involves leveraging...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Umhlanga, South Africa
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $54/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Websites for World-Changers

    Awake Media is a coalition of independent contractors that offer services ranging from hosting to film for the transformational wellness community...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Web Development
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Sedona, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Creative Ideas Always Flowing

    Creative Agency providing graphic design, web design, web development, photography, video, and social media services...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    Savannah, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • AI Digital Marketing - SEO - Publishing - Print Design

    Formby, Liverpool based, web-aviso is a UK digital marketing consultancy specialising in AI Search Optimisation (AISO), GEO, and advanced organic SEO. The agency provides senior-level strategic marketing, print design, and publishing solutions to UK and international businesses...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    • Event Marketing
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    Location
    Liverpool, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Your Gateway to Digital Growth

    Digital Hama is a Canadian digital marketing agency that helps businesses adapt their processes and business routines using the power of the internet...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Content Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Montreal, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Helping brands shine with authentic, human-centered design that turns visions into visual identities

    Roana Art and Design is creative studio specializing in branding, graphic design, and illustration...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Print Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Maxify Marketing specializes in increasing visibility for local businesses.

    True or false? Your business is too small to find new clients online. False! Are you sick of spending money on marketing that doesn't work? Are your employees twiddling their thumbs because their calendars aren't full? If you are you a small to medium-sized local business that provides services to your...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Web Design
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Mesa, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Digital Marketing Made Easy.

    At Solmaz Marketing, were proud to offer digital marketing services across Devon, London, and nationwide. No matter where you're based, we can help your business grow through tailored strategies that suit your needs...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Your Guide In The Digital Jungle

    A full-service agency specializing in high-impact website development, paid media, social media management, CRM, inbound marketing, and Artificial Intelligence solutions...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Jundiaí, Brazil
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • TOTAL PR is one of the most important communication and public relations agencies in Romania. After 10 years of activity, we’ve built a portfolio with over 50 clients, from start-ups to top multinational companies.We offer integrated communication models designed to meet the marketing objectives of each...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Software Development
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    Location
    Bucharest, Romania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Where Idea Meets Your Ranking

    Digicrawl Australia is a performance-based Digital Marketing Company in SA, Adelaide. Get in touch to outrank your competitors...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Adelaide, Australia
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • A Digital Marketing Agency Led by Upworks Top-Rated Freelancers.

    We are dynamic and versatile team of digital marketing experts who bring together diverse talents and experiences to deliver exceptional results for our clients...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Production
    • BPO
    • Show more
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Amplify Your Best Story

    Dream Workers Tech is a digital growth agency specializing in ethical reputation management and performance-driven SEO. We help SaaS and technology-focused brands build trust, improve visibility, and convert credibility into sustainable growth across leading review and discovery platforms...

    Top Services:

    • Reputation Management
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Elizabeth, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Responsive Websites

    WebTechs.Net has always been focused on helping small to mid-sized companies in The Scottsdale Area increase their web presence since 1997. We achieve great results by using cutting edge search engine optimization (SEO) strategies and keep up with the most current techniques at all times...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Scottsdale, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Transforming Ideas Into Impact

    Adept creative is a creative agency based in Cleveland, Ohio, serving North America. We develop innovative digital marketing, branding, content, design and web services and management...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Branding
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Cleveland, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We are a full service Digital Marketing Agency helping local businesses with their online marketing. Form Social Media Marketing to SEO, we can do it all and are veterans in Digital Marketing always staying on top of Google or any social Media upcoming updates. Our prices are affordable and we thrive on...

    Top Services:

    • Video Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Digital Marketing Agency

    At 3techagency were a ROI-Driven digital marketing agency helping businesses scale up marketing efforts seamlessly through tools & services that grow revenue, improve efficiency & team versatility...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • SEO
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    Location
    Nairobi, Kenya
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $23/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • The Greatness of Creation.

    At DC Spiral, we understand the importance of impactful design in today's competitive landscape, which is why we continuously refine our skills and stay abreast of industry trends to deliver innovative solutions that elevate brands and drive results. Whether it's creating eye-catching logos, dynamic websites...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Malnate, Italy
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Where vision meets to growth.

    Aucio Infotech is a top software development and digital marketing company based in Jaipur, India. We expert in web development, mobile app development, digital marketing, and SEO services. Our expert team offers professional branding, logo design, social media management, and UI/UX design. We build modern...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Jaipur, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $5/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • The Small Business Marketing Agency for Growing Your Business

    Your company can succeed by using the correct marketing tools the right way. As a small business marketing agency, Solutions for Growth delivers a full range of marketing tools for consistent results. Deep experience and outstanding client service are the trademarks of Solutions for Growth's exceptional team...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    South Salem, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Grow Passion

    digitalfarm is an award-winning digital marketing agency based in Abu Dhabi, with offices in Dubai and Riyadh. Named among the 30 fastest-growing agencies globally by Adweek, we serve ambitious brands across the Middle East with a team of 300+ specialists...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We Are Creative Digital Marketing Agency

    YAS Digital Agency Igniting brands with innovative marketing solutions, we're the creative force behind your success. Unleash the power of strategic marketing with us. Let's get started!...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Dhaka, Bangladesh
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Turning Clicks into Clients

    Welcome to Avon Marketing & Media | We are a Canadian Owned & Operated digital marketing firm working in both USA and Canada. Our experience is within many different niches of digital marketing, and our goal is to understand your unique challenges and problems faced in the digital marketing world and...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Services
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
    • Show more
    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • High-Impact Digital Marketing

    Casa Media House Inc. is a Toronto-headquartered digital marketing, web development and automation agency serving Canada and the United States. Services include SEO, local SEO, Google and Meta Ads, social media, web development, CRM, marketing automation and white-label agency fulfillment...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Web Development
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Logo Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $65/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Everything. Simplified.

    The Internet is not as complicated as some lead you to believe. If you own a business, practice medicine, or promote yourself online, there are some basic rules to follow to cast a wider net of visibility online. Optima was developed to SIMPLIFY EVERYTHING!...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Logo Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Temecula, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Turn Clicks Into Customers

    Spokane web design and SEO company serving local businesses across the region. We build fast, professional websites optimized to rank in local search, show up in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews, and convert visitors into customers. Services include web design, local, SEO, technical SEO, Google Ads...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • AI Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Spokane, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed

6 Frequently Asked Questions About Social Media Marketing Companies

What services do social media marketing companies provide?

Social media marketing companies provide a comprehensive range of services that span strategy development, content creation, and optimization. Here are some of their core services: 

  • Social media strategy 
  • Content creation 
  • Paid social 
  • Community management 
  • Influencer marketing 
  • Analytics and reporting 

Some companies also offer broader digital marketing services, including search engine optimization (SEO), paid media, email marketing, video marketing, public relations (PR), and landing page optimization. 

What social media channels should your business prioritize?

For business-to-business (B2B) organizations, LinkedIn is often a top priority, while X may also be useful, depending on your industry and whether real-time conversations matter to your brand. 

For business-to-consumer (B2C) brands targeting younger consumers, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok are often stronger options. 

According to the Pew Research Center, 95% of 18-29-year-olds use YouTube, followed by Instagram at 80% and TikTok at 63%. 

A reputable social media marketing company should recommend a channel mix based on your goals, target audience behavior, and the type of content you can produce consistently. 

When should you partner with a content creator vs. an influencer?

Partner with a content creator for asset creation. Conversely, choose an influencer for the audience. Here are more details about the differences between each to help you with your decision: 

  Content Creator Influencer
Who are they? Experts in their specific field who create engaging and educational content for a specific topic, niche, or format  Individuals with an established audience who can shape opinions and promote brands, products, or ideas
Content examples
  • Explanatory videos 
  • Blogs and articles 
  • Tutorials 
  • Branded visuals 
  • Product reviews 
  • Unboxing videos 
  • Sponsored posts 
  • Social media giveaways 
Best for
  • Building brand credibility in a niche 
  • Filling content gaps through reusable assets (video, blogs, and graphics) 
  • Quickly expanding brand reach  
  • Developing trust with a target audience 
  • Producing promotional organic content 

How to measure the ROI of your social media efforts?

To measure the return on investment of your social media efforts, first clarify the business outcome you want to achieve with your social media campaign. For example, generating leads, sales, or demo requests.  

Next, track key performance indicators (KPIs) tied to that goal, such as engagement rate, click-through rate, conversion rate, cost per lead, and return on ad spend (ROAS). Use attribution models, analytics tools, and UTM parameters to connect social activities to business results.   

Industry benchmarks can provide helpful context, but they vary by platform, industry, and methodology. Here are benchmarks from an Emplifi research report to help you gauge campaign performance: 

  • Instagram 
    • Median engagement rate: 16.9% 
    • Cost per mille (CPM): ~$2.50, with ad spend per account reaching $5,100 
  • Facebook 
    • Median engagement rate: 1.4%-2.5% 
    • CPM: ~$1.40-$1.70, with ad spend per account reaching $8,500-$11,200 
  • TikTok 
    • Median engagement rate: 27.6% 
    • CPM: ~$1.00-$1.30, with ad spend per account reaching $14,900 

How long until you see the results of your social media marketing campaigns?

Paid social campaigns generate results within a few days or weeks, but organic social media may take at least 3 months.  

For organic social media, you might see initial follower growth and engagement within the first few weeks of regular posting. After 1-3 months, your account may gain traction as content performance improves, and audience engagement becomes more consistent.  

By months 3-6, you may start producing qualified leads, stronger brand recall, and sales impact, especially for newer brands that are still building and refining their strategies.  

Paid media campaigns, by contrast, can generate visibility, traffic, and conversions within days or weeks, but long-term performance will depend on creative quality, targeting, budget, and optimization efforts.  

Ultimately, the time required to see meaningful results depends on your brand awareness, content quality, posting consistency, audience targeting, offer strength, and your broader marketing strategy. 

What are the top social media marketing companies?

We have curated a list of top social media companies on DesignRush across multiple price points, so you can identify a vendor within your budget. 

High budget: $50,000+
  • Major Tom 
  • Giant Marketers 
  • 3Q/DEPT 
Low budget: $25,000-$50,000
  • Bop Design 
  • WebFX 
  • Idea Marketing Group 

Beyond budget, our agency directory allows you to filter agency profiles by location, area of expertise, agency reviews, client types, team size, and hourly rates. 

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