Strong on both Core Competencies and 360-Performance. These firms have proven track records, deep specialisation, and solid client outcomes. Default recommendation for most buyers.
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List of the Best Media Buying Companies & Planning Firms
Group Matrix is the industry’s leading Attorney Advertising Agency and first in Practice Development. We have helped create and grow America’s largest and most successful Personal Injury practices for over 30 years. CEO Richard Sackett is recognized and credited with being the originator and “Guru” of the mass marketing of legal services. Group Matrix currently ... read Group Matrix Advertising reviews & insights
$25 - $49/hr10 - 491970New Orleans, United StatesStifel Marcin is a full-service B2B marketing and advertising agency that specializes in the creation of integrated strategies for manufacturing, industry and technology clients. For nearly 20 years, our award-winning industrial marketing experts have developed comprehensive solutions that support sales and fuel business growth. Our proven approach maximizes resources to create the biggest impact and ... read Stifel Marcin reviews & insights
< $25/hr2 - 92001Glastonbury, United StatesOverview Elespacio Seniority: 20 years of turning stories into measurable growth Offices: Barcelona and Berlin Core services: strategy (brand and digital), content, performance, data-driven insights and e-commerce. Expertise: social media, KOL marketing, email & performance campaigns, branding, e-commerce and PR. Powered by AI, led by humans. Key verticals: lifestyle, luxury, FMCG, tech, retail, and hospitality ... read Elespacio reviews & insights
$50 - $99/hr10 - 492005Barcelona, SpainAt Fuse Factory we generate innovative and performance-driven digital solutions by successfully creating relevant and stimulating content for your business. By understanding your company’s brand essence, we are able to carry out effective strategic planning by understanding your business objectives, as well as the needs and preferences of your target market. We are committed to ... read Fuse Factory reviews & insights
NA10 - 492015Johannesburg, South AfricaUsing AI Tools
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OTOPO is a creative digital agency specializing in web & app design, digital marketing, branding, and content creation. We help startups and businesses grow online through smart strategies, influencer marketing, and performance-driven campaigns. Based in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, we work globally with ambitious brands looking to stand out.
$150 - $199/hr2 - 92025Dubai, UAEWhy OTOPO AGENCY?
- We deliver real results for growing brands
- 70 percent average revenue growth in year one
- Trusted by Adidas, Armani & United Atlas
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Social Pill is a multi award-winning digital marketing agency where creativity, storytelling, and performance go hand in hand. We’ve had the opportunity to work with several renowned brands across industries - helping them strengthen their digital presence, drive engagement, and achieve measurable growth. Reach out to us and let us prove why we are the ... read Social Pill reviews & insights
NA50 - 2492016Mumbai, IndiaWhy Social Pill?
- Award-winning agency since 2016
- 200 plus brands served across India
- Strategy, creativity & performance combined
Actifry Overlay slide: ActifryActifrySold! by placing pop-up stores in various shopping centres, product demonstrations and direct sales of the Tefal Actifry have been created. By visiting several shopping malls in the country...View projects12345 Welcome to Sold! Field marketing | Hostess office, merchandising and product demonstrations Sold! is proficient in full-service field marketing and as a ... read Sold! reviews & insights
NA10 - 492005Utrecht, NetherlandsWe are a creative agency, a digital agency, a media agency, a social media agency, a public relations agency, an event agency. And you decide how and in which areas you want to work with us. We position brands, create creative advertising campaigns, design analog and digital advertising media, develop innovative PR strategies and ensure ... read Reichl and Partner reviews & insights
NA10 - 49Vienna, AustriaRapka is a marketing communications agency, a team of professionals. We are in Minsk, but we have been implementing projects all over Belarus since 2012. We know how to attract attention and arouse interest in your brand, to make the product memorable and the event effective. The agency specializes in the development of creative concepts ... read Rapka reviews & insights
NA10 - 492012Minsk, BelarusWe are Clockwork – a globally recognised, independent creative and communications agency with headquarters in Johannesburg and London.There are amazing ideas. Then there are amazing ideas with real resonance. To achieve the latter – every brand’s first prize! – you need a rock-solid strategy. We don’t rely on assumptions and guesswork at Clockwork.From digital to ... read Clockwork Media reviews & insights
NA50 - 2492011Johannesburg, South AfricaWe provide digital, traditional and social solutions to the recruitment issues that our clients face. Since 1983, Harger Howe Advertising has been listening to the unique concerns of clients within all industries and has crafted specific, actionable response plans to help alleviate them. Ask our clients – we wouldn’t be here without them. In addition, ... read Harger Howe Advertising reviews & insights
NA10 - 491983Troy, United StatesStevenson Advertising opened its doors in downtown Seattle, as a full-service advertising agency, dedicated to helping businesses grow through comprehensive marketing strategies.Brett Stevenson, also opened a television production company, Piranha Productions, in 1992. Piranha produced television commercials, including video productions, for Starbuck’s Coffee Company, Microsoft, Red Robin Restaurants, Moneytree, and many others. Brett sold Piranha ... read Stevenson Advertising reviews & insights
$25 - $49/hr10 - 491990Bellevue, United StatesLMA is a full service marketing & advertising agency providing start to finish marketing solutions. We oversee the entire process while creating a powerful memorable brand experiences over a variety of platforms.
NA10 - 492004San Diego, United StatesInstale is a leading brand from wemake that focuses on 360 ° marketing on Instagram. The company was born out of a desire to give real value to brands and businesses that want to stand out and establish themselves on the social network Instagram.
$25 - $49/hr2 - 92014Haifa, IsraelAt IT'S DIGITAL ME, we're a dedicated team of experienced Google Ads specialists committed to delivering tailored advertising solutions that drive results. Our focus is on building long-lasting, meaningful relationships with clients by being reliable, transparent, and approachable.
$25 - $49/hrFreelancer2024Vilnius, LithuaniaYour brand deserves a unique digital ad strategy. At Uniquely Digital, we’re proud to be a top-rated advertising agency headquartered in Houston, TX, and Denver, CO, serving businesses across the United States. From real estate developers to healthcare groups and national retailers, we help clients grow with data-driven digital campaigns that deliver qualified leads, sales, ... read Uniquely Digital reviews & insights
NA10 - 492024Denver, United StatesLyro Digital is an innovative marketing agency founded in Istanbul/Turkey in 2024, established with the vision of becoming the voice of brands in the field of marketing. Our vision is to serve as a comprehensive solution partner in marketing, while enabling each of our clients to focus on excelling in their own areas of expertise.
$50 - $99/hr2 - 92024Istanbul, TurkeyiHorizon Communications is a dynamic and forward-thinking public relations and digital communications agency that blends creativity with strategy to deliver impactful brand stories. Recognized as a Top PR Firm in India, iHorizon Communications has built its reputation on insight-driven storytelling, deep media relationships, and a results-oriented approach. The agency partners with brands across diverse sectors ... read iHorizon communications Pvt. Ltd reviews & insights
< $25/hr10 - 492020Loni, IndiaCommunication is never static. It’s constantly evolving, and so are we. We create fresh brands, targeted content and creative communications that work on every measurable level. Our small, diverse team is results focussed, business-minded, and strategically savvy across multiple sectors and industries. We believe in the protective shield of a strong brand. We believe in ... read My Loud Speaker reviews & insights
NA10 - 492007Vancouver, CanadaiSpiderMedia is an international marketing agency helping brands grow in China. We provide PR, media outreach, events, and marketing campaigns that connect global companies with Chinese audiences. With teams in Europe and China, we support market entry, brand visibility, and strategic communication across Chinese media and digital platforms.
$25 - $49/hr10 - 492019Shanghai, ChinaWhy iSpiderMedia?
- Deep expertise in China marketing, PR & Media
- Cross border team in Europe and China
- Experience working with global brands
We are an experienced marketing team based out of middle Tennessee that has all the experience needed to launch, optimize and scale your digital advertising initiatives. We run digital ads that work and love partnering with marketing leaders to tackle big challenges.
$100 - $149/hr2 - 92021Spring City, United StatesDrake Cooper builds brands for the ambitious. We are inventive, Northwest rooted, full-service, and independently owned with offices in Boise, Idaho, and Seattle Washington. We thrive on working with bold organizations with great brand propositions that deserve more visibility and market share. We innovate and take brands to new heights by combining logic and data ... read Drake Cooper reviews & insights
$25 - $49/hr10 - 491978Seattle, United StatesIngenuity was founded in 2008 with the objective of becoming a brand strategy firm for medical practitioners. In the beginning we focused primarily on using social media to drive consumerism in medicine and our ability to utilize those platforms to steer patients toward our client practices. That’s a mouthful, sorry for the run-on sentence. By ... read Ingenuity Orthodontic Marketing reviews & insights
$25 - $49/hr10 - 492008Jacksonville, United StatesVertical takes a holistic approach to our business. We work as a strategic partner, designing and implementing solutions that address your real business challenges. We see ourselves as an extension of your team and a way for our customers to extend their capabilities. We work with our customers to come up with “out of the ... read Vertical Web Solutions reviews & insights
NA10 - 492014Shanghai, ChinaWe are a leading digital marketing agency in Egypt, founded in 2017, and we aim to empower small and medium-sized businesses to achieve sustainable growth and create a distinctive impact in their markets. Extra Sales brings together a multi-skilled team of technicians, planners, auditors, strategists, marketers, designers, and developers, who work together in an integrated ... read Extra Sales reviews & insights
$50 - $99/hr10 - 492017Cairo, EgyptUsing AI Tools
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Venture Creations is a digital advertising and video production agency based in West Michigan, working with clients since 2009. We run KPI-focused ad campaigns across Google, Meta, YouTube, LinkedIn, TikTok, and Microsoft, and we produce the creative that goes into them: live-action video, CGI and 3D product animation and photography, and graphic design.We also handle ... read Venture Creations reviews & insights
NA2 - 92009Hudsonville, United StatesWhy Venture Creations?
- Small team, direct access to us
- CGI & 3D animation, not just video
- Quick & Nimble
Creative that moves the needle. As an employee-owned, Go2 Media & Marketing with over 13 years of winning results, we're eager to partner with you and deliver big ideas through integrated, strategic, and measurable marketing communication campaigns. At a time when technology is changing as rapidly as the Adirondack weather, our marketing team is primed ... read Go2 Publishing & Advertising reviews & insights
$50 - $99/hr10 - 492011Abu Dhabi, UAEDatawrkz is a demand-side advertising and programmatic specialist with operations in Bengaluru and U.S. locations. The firm delivers full-funnel digital advertising and multi-channel campaign execution across social, video, search and audio, with specific expertise in Connected TV (CTV) planning and second-screen targeting. It offers managed services including media planning and buying, always-on campaign optimization, and ... read Datawrkz reviews & insights
$25 - $49/hr50 - 2492013Bengaluru, IndiaDigify – A full-featured digital media consultancy house founded in 2014 that provides all aspects of digital marketing & advertising services. Digify is young and fresh in spirit, old and experienced at vision. With a top-notch team of creative content writers, social media analysts, digital media buyers, graphic designers, 2D & 3D animators, mobile and ... read Digify reviews & insights
NA10 - 492014Cairo, EgyptMerritt Group is a nationally recognized strategic communications agency that provides marketing, public relations and digital strategy and services to organizations ranging from venture-funded startups to global Fortune 500 companies. Merritt Group applies its deep expertise in four market areas – technology, energy, healthcare and government – to deliver results that get people talking.
NA10 - 491996San Francisco, United StatesWrightPath Solutions - Strategic Public Relations & Political Consultants Leading Ohio-based strategic public relations firm specializing in political campaigns, land use consulting, crisis communications, and advocacy programs. About WrightPath Solutions Founded in 2014 with over 26+ years of award-winning experience, WrightPath Solutions delivers custom strategic communications solutions for political campaigns, land use/rezoning projects, crisis management, ... read WrightPath Solutions reviews & insights
NA2 - 92014Beachwood, United StatesUsing AI Tools
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Digi Mantravm Media is a Mumbai-based digital marketing, conversion and automation agency helping clinics and wellness businesses, D2C and ecommerce brands, coaches, consultants and expert-led businesses build connected lead-to-customer growth systems.We combine growth strategy, websites and landing pages, Google Ads, Meta Ads, performance marketing, SEO and AI search visibility, content and social media marketing, conversion ... read Digi Mantravm Media reviews & insights
$25 - $49/hr2 - 92023Mumbai, IndiaWhy Digi Mantravm Media?
- Complete lead-to-customer growth systems
- Industry-specific execution, not templates
- Marketing, CRM, automation & analytics connected
iCrossing is the marketing agency for a modern world. We create brand stories and adaptive user experiences that deliver superior business results. Part of Hearst, iCrossing is the only digitally native agency owned by a media, entertainment, and content company. Our performance-driven marketing solutions for major brands, powered by iCrossing’s creative, technology and media prowess, ... read iCrossing reviews & insights
$150 - $199/hr250 - 9991998NYC, United StatesThe best brands have trusted Ignite Social Media since our inception in 2007. We’ve watched trends come and go, and created some industry practices that are now widespread. We’re still leading the way, including as Social Media Agency of the Year in 2016. Whatever help your brand needs in social media, we’ve got the expertise ... read Ignite Social Media reviews & insights
$50 - $99/hr50 - 2492007Birmingham, United StatesFINPR is a Dubai-based crypto marketing & PR agency. Starting 2017 we helped to promote 500+ blockchain and Web3 startups from the U.S., Europe and Asia.
NA10 - 492017Dubai, UAEFounded in 1999, inferno provides brand development, advertising, public relations, design and digital marketing services to clients across a broad spectrum of industries. Headquartered in Memphis with a satellite office in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the award-winning firm produces results-driven work by passionately combining strategic thinking, creativity and culture to ensure the success of its clients.
< $25/hr10 - 491999Memphis, United StatesA pioneer in Total Performance Marketing in Vietnam since 2016, PMAX was founded by leading e-commerce and performance marketing strategists. With a team of experienced professionals and cutting-edge data technology, PMAX is committed to providing comprehensive solutions and services to drive holistic business growth across all marketing touchpoints. PMAX is dedicated to building a comprehensive, ... read PMAX reviews & insights
< $25/hr50 - 2492016Ho Chi Minh City, VietnamMediasurfer is an AdTech digital marketing company. By creating innovative technologies and having extensive experience in digital marketing, we power the growth of advertisers and publishers. Mediasurfer offers an original combination of traffic channels, creative formats and unconventional methods of reaching the client's target audience, which help them to activate their audience and establish a ... read Mediasurfer reviews & insights
NA10 - 492015Wilmington, United StatesA fresh creative company providing creative, inspirational , and unique service , from printed to digital media (Film/Tv/Video). We give our clients full service, from strategic and effective ideas , and planning about advertising. Exploring the creative ideas, executing the campaign materials for above and below the line, and both strategy and implementation for your ... read Idealights Indonesia reviews & insights
$50 - $99/hr10 - 492016Jakarta, IndonesiaAt S Creations, we bring ideas to life through stunning video direction, commercial production, and high-end photography. With a deep passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail, we create visuals that engage, inspire, and leave a lasting impact. Our Expertise 📽️ Video Direction & Commercial Production – Specializing in advertisements, music videos, short ... read S creations reviews & insights
< $25/hr2 - 92021Islamabad, PakistanBased in San Diego and Paris, Oui Will is a holistic digital agency that builds influential brands and disruptive digital products. Partnering with big names and new players in Tech, Oui Will has won over 20+ awards in the last year, and is primarily active in the "Tech For Good" sector.
$200 - $300/hr10 - 492013San Diego, United StatesWe’re a team of creative thinkers, strategic media buyers, brand builders, placemakers and experience generators. Our offices In Essex, London, and Manchester are vibrant hubs where our team thrive on their shared passion for consistently delivering exceptional results to our clients.
$25 - $49/hr2 - 9London, United KingdomUsing AI Tools
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MultiScale Media is a full-service digital marketing agency focused on helping businesses increase visibility, generate qualified leads, and accelerate growth. The agency provides a comprehensive range of services including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Pay-Per-Click (PPC) advertising, Social Media Management, Content Marketing, Video Editing, Personal Branding, and Performance Marketing.By combining data-driven strategies with creative execution, MultiScale ... read MultiScale Media reviews & insights
$25 - $49/hr10 - 492024Noida, IndiaWhy MultiScale Media?
- best
- scaling
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Hide and Seek is a dynamic digital marketing agency specializing in SEO and PPC strategies tailored to elevate brands in the competitive online landscape. With a team of seasoned experts, we focus on driving organic traffic, optimizing conversion rates, and maximizing return on investment for our clients. Our approach combines data-driven insights with creative solutions, ... read Hide and Seek reviews & insights
NA10 - 492014Amsterdam, NetherlandsWe are a branding and design focused company established in 2005, operating for 13 years of success and creative work. Serving over 100 clients spread in 8 countries: Jordan, KSA, Qatar, UAE, Iraq, Lebanon, Nigeria, and the UK. We keen to maintain a personal and customized relationship with each and every client. Our company has ... read XOTOX reviews & insights
$25 - $49/hr2 - 92005Amman, JordanBCM Group is one of Australia’s largest fully independent advertising and communications agencies. With digital, creative, channel planning, strategy and buying, research, print, art, electronic and video content production, all in-house under the one roof, we provide a one-stop-shop that ensures our communication strategies and solutions seamlessly embrace all disciplines to provide effective through-the-line communication ... read BCM Group reviews & insights
$100 - $149/hr50 - 2491976Brisbane, AustraliaRANWA Production is a modern company that builds and enhances your mental image through various means of Digital Marketing on the networks and offers comprehensive Digital Marketing Solutions for companies. Our work is focused on our clients in businesses and charities to help them reach their audience to achieve their goals. Digital Marketing tools suitable ... read Ranwa Production reviews & insights
$100 - $149/hr10 - 492014Amman, JordanCrafting a general market marketing strategy and then translating it into Spanish language is not an effective approach for today’s multicultural America. For a brand to be culturally engaging, it takes more than just translating words.
< $25/hr10 - 491980El Paso, United States
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Strong execution but broader service mix. High-quality generalists - good fit if your project crosses multiple disciplines in one engagement.
Deeply specialised but with moderate market presence. Often the right pick when specialisation matters more than scale - boutique shops with deep technical chops.
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