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Top Media Buying & Planning Agencies
Goodfirms has reviewed 3,823 Media Buying & Planning Agencies as of September 2026 across 102 countries. The top-ranked firm is SmartSites (4.9 stars, 16 verified reviews, $100 - $149/hr, founded 2011, Jersey City). Across the category, the median hourly rate is $37, median client rating is 4.8, and 17% of firms employ 50+ members. Explore the vetted Media Buying & Planning Agencies companies below, compare their strengths, and connect with the provider best suited to your requirements.
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List of the Best Media Buying Companies & Planning Firms
Sintagma media is PR and marketing agency whose team has years of experience working in the media and publishing as well as in the marketing and PR departments of national and multinational companies. Working with clients and in the media has been an excellent basis for understanding our client needs and creating the best strategies ... read Sintagma Media reviews & insights
Sintagma media is PR and marketing agency whose team has years of experience working in ... read Sintagma Media reviews & insights
< $25/hr2 - 9Zagreb, CroatiaBy curiously questioning everything, we aspire to think, design, do, and be better. Every day. At Granyon, we design great experiences that establish emotional connections and drive engagement. Our approach is based on trust and asking the right questions. At the right time. This is how good results appear — and it's also how good ... read Granyon reviews & insights
By curiously questioning everything, we aspire to think, design, do, and be better. Every day. ... read Granyon reviews & insights
< $25/hr2 - 92016Copenhagen, DenmarkPeople 'n Rich - H is a communications holding group and affiliated partner of Hakuhodo, Japan's 2nd largest agency with access to a global network of 67 offices around the world. Backed with a repository of global research, data and insights, we know how to tell a good brand story in an integrated manner across ... read People 'n Rich reviews & insights
People 'n Rich - H is a communications holding group and affiliated partner of Hakuhodo, ... read People 'n Rich reviews & insights
$25 - $49/hr50 - 2491988Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaKoeppel Direct is a leading direct response television and digital media buying agency specializing in integrated, multi-channel direct response television - DRTV, online direct response, radio direct response and print direct response campaigns that generate results and drive sales, immediately and long-term.
Koeppel Direct is a leading direct response television and digital media buying agency specializing in ... read Koeppel Direct reviews & insights
< $25/hr10 - 491995Dallas, United StatesMedia Perspectives Limited is Nigeria's No 1 media planning and buying agency. The agency was founded in 2001 and officially launched its services to the public in 2005. Since then, we have grown in size and reputation and are now a member of the Starcom MediaVest Group, the largest media advertising network in the world. ... read Starcom Media Perspectives reviews & insights
Media Perspectives Limited is Nigeria's No 1 media planning and buying agency. The agency was ... read Starcom Media Perspectives reviews & insights
$50 - $99/hr50 - 2492001Ikeja, NigeriaWe speak human, in a digital world. We are a full service digital, creative & BTL agency based in Mexico City working with clients around the globe. We help brands connect, engage and create meaningful experiences.
We speak human, in a digital world. We are a full service digital, creative & ... read Conqr reviews & insights
< $25/hr2 - 9City of Mexico, MexicoCyrid Media offers Business-Focused Digital Marketing Solutions for CMO’s, Business Owners, and Senior Marketers. We are a next generation marketing intelligence firm with advanced AdTech capabilities. Our streamlined, omni-channel approach is designed to improve audience development, drive marketing transformation, capture actionable data insights, and yield larger return on ad spend for our clients.
Cyrid Media offers Business-Focused Digital Marketing Solutions for CMO’s, Business Owners, and Senior Marketers. We ... read Cyrid Media reviews & insights
NA10 - 492000Warrensville Heights, United StatesHOLY is an independent, 100% employee-owned Nordic advertising agency with a strong belief in communication and its impact on people.We believe in a committed team of enlightened people who drive brands forward. We always challenge the conventional and never take the easiest path - we take the most interesting. With new thinking and innovation, we ... read HOLY AGENCY reviews & insights
HOLY is an independent, 100% employee-owned Nordic advertising agency with a strong belief in communication ... read HOLY AGENCY reviews & insights
< $25/hr2 - 92014Stockholm, SwedenRoop & Co. is an award-winning, integrated marketing agency that specializes in content marketing and graphic design for B2B businesses. We create compelling content, distribute it across digital and traditional channels, and measure its impact on our clients’ business goals. Equipped with vast industry expertise, wide-ranging capabilities and distinct talent, our team delivers a hands-on, ... read Roop & Co reviews & insights
Roop & Co. is an award-winning, integrated marketing agency that specializes in content marketing and ... read Roop & Co reviews & insights
NA2 - 91996Westlake, United StatesWe started in 2007 in Minsk with a small team. During this time, offices were opened in Moscow, New York and Almaty. Our agencies develop expertise in their region - this gives room for maneuver. For thirteen years of work, we have implemented more than 2000 projects of international and national advertisers. In Belarus we ... read Artox Media Russia reviews & insights
We started in 2007 in Minsk with a small team. During this time, offices were ... read Artox Media Russia reviews & insights
$25 - $49/hr50 - 2492007Moscow, RussiaWe are a full-service Web Design, Email Marketing, Search Engine Optimization (SEO/SEM), and Social Marketing agency located just outside of Dallas in Plano, TX. We actively service hundreds of clients, including many national and global accounts. We research, design, develop, execute, and track the results from our web based marketing solutions.
We are a full-service Web Design, Email Marketing, Search Engine Optimization (SEO/SEM), and Social Marketing ... read Atomic Design & Consulting reviews & insights
$50 - $99/hr2 - 92002Plano, United StatesAt T2 Media, we plan, negotiate, buy and steward media buys including television, radio, print, out of home, digital display, digital video, paid search and paid social. We don’t design your advertising creative, but we make sure your target audience sees, hears or experiences it.
At T2 Media, we plan, negotiate, buy and steward media buys including television, radio, print, ... read T2 Media reviews & insights
$100 - $149/hr2 - 9Plano, United StatesLessing-Flynn was founded in 1907, some eight decades before Al Gore got around to inventing the Internet. At the time, America was struggling through a period of economic turmoil that would be forever remembered as The Panic of 1907. In other words, the perfect time for a young man by the name of Lessing to ... read Lessing-Flynn reviews & insights
Lessing-Flynn was founded in 1907, some eight decades before Al Gore got around to inventing ... read Lessing-Flynn reviews & insights
< $25/hr2 - 91907Des Moines, United StatesGone are the days of putting out a low payment lease offer and relying on the OEM nameplate to drive your business. DMG’s team works with you, hand-in-hand, to bring your unique story to life so your customers know who they’re choosing to do business with. There’s more to advertising than just paid media. Our ... read Driven Media Group reviews & insights
Gone are the days of putting out a low payment lease offer and relying on ... read Driven Media Group reviews & insights
NA10 - 49Hunt Valley, United StatesHappy Hour Media Group is a rapidly growing advertising agency with deep roots in broadcast media buying/creative. We raise the bar to render success in a way that impacts our clients’ businesses. Driven by transparency, our passion is to help clients create and distribute their message to drive engagement with their advertising. We prove our ... read Happy Hour reviews & insights
Happy Hour Media Group is a rapidly growing advertising agency with deep roots in broadcast ... read Happy Hour reviews & insights
< $25/hr10 - 492015Bellevue, United StatesWe are dedicated to serving best-practices organizations committed to enhancing the lives of the communities they serve. Our clients include national and international leaders in their categories. From Fortune 500 companies to leading global non-profits, from innovative start-ups to venerable government agencies. If you “do good,” we’re committed to helping you do better.
We are dedicated to serving best-practices organizations committed to enhancing the lives of the communities ... read Interlex reviews & insights
$50 - $99/hr2 - 9San Antonio, United StatesOur mission is to see uninspired companies inspired and inspired companies build deeper relationships with both customers and employees. We work with companies to help them communicate their value clearly to attract the right customers so they can increase revenue more quickly. 4th Avenue Media is a full-service marketing and communication firm specializing in differentiating ... read 4th Avenue Media reviews & insights
Our mission is to see uninspired companies inspired and inspired companies build deeper relationships with ... read 4th Avenue Media reviews & insights
< $25/hr2 - 92008Bellevue, United StatesWe believe that every interaction a consumer has with a brand can and should be great. It’s a challenge and a privilege we take very seriously. We start off every day with one challenge: do something great. We’re driven consultants, creatives, and strategists who improve clarity and connection, creating and enhancing great brands that move ... read The Atkins Group reviews & insights
We believe that every interaction a consumer has with a brand can and should be ... read The Atkins Group reviews & insights
$100 - $149/hr2 - 91963San Antonio, United StatesCCMedia is a full service media buying agency. We offer our clients a wide range of services, including digital media, traditional media, social media marketing, and we are a Google Certified Partner. We are all about exponentially increasing our clients’ advertising exposure, revenue, and campaign results through creative, proven media strategies. We offer unique and ... read CCMedia reviews & insights
CCMedia is a full service media buying agency. We offer our clients a wide range ... read CCMedia reviews & insights
NA2 - 91991Reno, United StatesWelcome to Wingspan. We are an independent and creatively driven marketing agency that develops powerful connections between brands and consumers. While we maintain a digitally-driven focus, we believe that it doesn’t matter where, how, or in what medium an idea is expressed. You still have to start with a great one, and execute it properly. ... read Wingspan Integrated Marketing reviews & insights
Welcome to Wingspan. We are an independent and creatively driven marketing agency that develops powerful ... read Wingspan Integrated Marketing reviews & insights
$25 - $49/hr10 - 492009Louisville, United StatesWe are not like other media buying agencies. Our experiences with regional clients led us to develop Micro Market Media®, a trademarked media buying process which removes many of the disadvantages that regional companies encounter when investing in advertising. Regional businesses typically advertise on either local or national platforms. Local advertising can be very costly ... read A3 Media reviews & insights
We are not like other media buying agencies. Our experiences with regional clients led us ... read A3 Media reviews & insights
$50 - $99/hr2 - 91995Philadelphia, United StatesFrom TV to radio, print to internet, Nartak Media Group will turn your advertising budget into increased impressions, leads and sales. Nartak Media Group is an unbiased and efficient time/space buying service with our fingers on the pulse of the market. We purchase media VERY efficiently, enabling our clients to acquire more media at a ... read Nartak Media Group reviews & insights
From TV to radio, print to internet, Nartak Media Group will turn your advertising budget ... read Nartak Media Group reviews & insights
$50 - $99/hr2 - 91984Pittsburgh, United StatesMMSI is a direct-to-consumer media agency specializing in paid and pay for performance media. We offer expert guidance through every part of your video ad campaign (including linear TV, satellite, streaming/OTT, VOD, Connected TV, and more) and the know-how to scale it efficiently. Our data-driven experience leads to superior planning, strategy, and optimizations that enhance ... read MMSI reviews & insights
MMSI is a direct-to-consumer media agency specializing in paid and pay for performance media. We ... read MMSI reviews & insights
$50 - $99/hr2 - 91985Providence, United StatesFish Advertising combines strategic expertise, expert media buying and on-demand creativity to prove without a doubt that speed, quality and value are not mutually exclusive. The Fish team leverages the power of creativity with the immediacy of technology for some of the most recognizable national & regional clients, delivering quality creative in remarkably short timeframes. ... read Fish Advertising, Inc reviews & insights
Fish Advertising combines strategic expertise, expert media buying and on-demand creativity to prove without a ... read Fish Advertising, Inc reviews & insights
$50 - $99/hr2 - 92009Providence, United StatesAfter working together for more than a decade in several client/agency relationships, Lee James and David Soliday joined forces to create Mythic. David grew up on the client side. Lee comes from the creative side of the agency world. These two perspectives are what allow Mythic to have a unique understanding of what a client's ... read Mythic reviews & insights
After working together for more than a decade in several client/agency relationships, Lee James and ... read Mythic reviews & insights
$50 - $99/hr2 - 9Charlotte, United StatesGWL Advertising, Inc. is a full-service advertising agency, specializing in all forms of advertising and creative marketing, established in 1993 by Gary W. Lay. We produce complete campaigns consisting of television, radio, digital/social media, print, POP and direct mail. We proudly service 50+ clients in 16 states and our track record of client satisfaction and ... read GWL ADVERTISING, INC. reviews & insights
GWL Advertising, Inc. is a full-service advertising agency, specializing in all forms of advertising and ... read GWL ADVERTISING, INC. reviews & insights
$25 - $49/hr2 - 91993Little Rock, United StatesPeople break bread together for a million reasons, and when they do, your food goes from something people just eat to the centerpiece of experiences. We translate that into the digital world, creating a deeper bond built around your food online before customers reach your doors. Combine the power of food with the power of ... read Littlefield Agency reviews & insights
People break bread together for a million reasons, and when they do, your food goes ... read Littlefield Agency reviews & insights
< $25/hr10 - 491980Tulsa, United StatesThe Nicholson Agency is a full service agency that offers everything from integrated marketing solutions to public relations. We do it all - on budget, and on time. It's been over 28 years since our agency first opened its doors. While a lot has changed since then, one thing has always remained constant – our ... read Nicholson Agency reviews & insights
The Nicholson Agency is a full service agency that offers everything from integrated marketing solutions ... read Nicholson Agency reviews & insights
$50 - $99/hr2 - 91986Little Rock, United StatesWe are your friendly, full-service SEO agency. Got a digital marketing question? Head to our website & let’s schedule a virtual coffee ☕️ We offer custom digital marketing solutions for local businesses to thrive including web deaign, SEO, PPC, email marketing, social media, and analytics.
We are your friendly, full-service SEO agency. Got a digital marketing question? Head to our ... read Digital Neighbor reviews & insights
< $25/hr2 - 92016Tampa, United StatesAdvant Technology your advantage in programmatic advertising. We are a data-driven programmatic ad agency. We work with brands and agencies to deliver global campaigns across native, display, video, CTV, programmatic audio, user acquisition and more. Our network spans hundreds of publishers and apps directly for premium supply. Our core values are focused on delivering a ... read Advant Technology ltd reviews & insights
Advant Technology your advantage in programmatic advertising. We are a data-driven programmatic ad agency. We ... read Advant Technology ltd reviews & insights
$100 - $149/hr10 - 492014London, United KingdomIt's about big ideas and detail, aesthetics and practicalities. It's a team of people who love developing online strategy, and the result is inspirational digital. We apply a data-driven strategic approach and cutting-edge technologies across all digital disciplines (including paid and organic search, display, video, mobile, social media, affiliate marketing, etc.) and traditional channels. We ... read NLOM reviews & insights
It's about big ideas and detail, aesthetics and practicalities. It's a team of people who ... read NLOM reviews & insights
$25 - $49/hr2 - 9Melbourne, AustraliaUsing AI Tools
EpoxyReach AI Tools
EpoxyReach is a complete client acquisition and marketing system built specifically for epoxy and concrete coating contractors. We help contractors attract qualified homeowners, generate exclusive leads, automate follow-ups, and book more estimates through targeted advertising, high-converting landing pages, and proven sales systems.
EpoxyReach is a complete client acquisition and marketing system built specifically for epoxy and concrete ... read EpoxyReach reviews & insights
NA2 - 92025Sheridan, United StatesWhy EpoxyReach?
- Specialized in Epoxy Contractor Marketing
- Exclusive Leads & Booked Estimates
- Complete Ads-to-Appointment System
Highlanders Creative is a strategy-grounded creative house based in Park City, Utah. They focus on turning insight into tangible campaigns, emphasizing execution alongside strategy. The company was founded by Michael Mendieta and Ed McCulloch. Michael Mendieta, CCO, brings over 15 years of experience in brand and social strategy, having worked with major clients and founded ... read Highlanders Creative reviews & insights
Highlanders Creative is a strategy-grounded creative house based in Park City, Utah. They focus on ... read Highlanders Creative reviews & insights
$50 - $99/hr2 - 92025Park City, United StatesWe’re a creatively driven agency who work happily across a wide range of disciplines. We live and breathe the Grey mantra of Famously Effective, where we take great pride in making our clients famous and our work effective.
We’re a creatively driven agency who work happily across a wide range of disciplines. We ... read Uncle Grey reviews & insights
< $25/hr10 - 49Copenhagen, DenmarkWe are one of the leading Out-of-Home advertising companies in Nigeria. We work closely with advertisers and agencies to create beautiful and effective OOH advertising platforms. We continually develop high-quality sites, building billboards using the latest tools and technologies. New technologies and ideas are opening up what is possible within outdoor advertising. We are at ... read Gems Communications Ltd reviews & insights
We are one of the leading Out-of-Home advertising companies in Nigeria. We work closely with ... read Gems Communications Ltd reviews & insights
< $25/hr10 - 492003Lagos, NigeriaOrientation Marketing is life science and pharmaceutical marketing agency operating solely within specialist scientific sectors. We help ingredients, packaging, nutraceutical, medical technology, contract manufacturing, development and research organisations uncover opportunities to become more visible, increase engagement and generate leads.
Orientation Marketing is life science and pharmaceutical marketing agency operating solely within specialist scientific sectors. ... read Orientation Marketing reviews & insights
$100 - $149/hr2 - 92015Knutsford, United KingdomBy integrating and directing advertising, public relations, and Internet marketing into a cohesive strategy, JH Communications develops focused, creative and well-managed communications campaigns.
By integrating and directing advertising, public relations, and Internet marketing into a cohesive strategy, JH ... read JH Communications reviews & insights
< $25/hr2 - 92002Providence, United StatesPart of Beattie, the integrated communications agency, we have been at the forefront of crisis management and crisis communications for 31 years. During that time, we have seen it all – media investigations, terrorist incidents, fatal accidents, company closures, killer outbreaks of e-coli, product recalls and sex scandals. Most times the issue or crisis did ... read Only Crisis reviews & insights
Part of Beattie, the integrated communications agency, we have been at the forefront of crisis ... read Only Crisis reviews & insights
$25 - $49/hr2 - 9London, United KingdomHotspex Media is the fastest growing programmatic trading desk in Canada. What sets us apart: Client Centric: Our media planners, campaign managers, account executives, and data scientists provide 360º support. Customized Strategies: Our solutions directly address your business and marketing objectives instead taking a "one size fits all approach". Integrated Buying Source: All your advertising ... read Hotspex Media reviews & insights
Hotspex Media is the fastest growing programmatic trading desk in Canada. What sets us apart: ... read Hotspex Media reviews & insights
NA10 - 492019Toronto, Canadahub is a full service agency offering insight, strategy, advertising, media planning & buying, design, digital, photography, video and print. We’re a team of talented individuals who are passionately committed to producing inspiring creative and delivering equally inspiring results.
hub is a full service agency offering insight, strategy, advertising, media planning & buying, design, ... read HUB reviews & insights
< $25/hr10 - 492006Leeds, United KingdomThird Eye Local provides market and strategy analysis, media planning, media buying and negotiation from traditional to digital, creative execution, website and social development, media budgeting, copywriting, event strategy, event planning and execution. Third Eye Local also develops compelling employee recruiting and training solutions as part of our solution suite. As we serve just our ... read Third Eye Local reviews & insights
Third Eye Local provides market and strategy analysis, media planning, media buying and negotiation from ... read Third Eye Local reviews & insights
< $25/hr2 - 92015Brookfield, United StatesWho do you trust with your social media marketing? For every kick ass marketing agency, there’s at least 10 that aren’t. Probably more. So what makes Socialistics different? That’s a conversation in and of itself, but long story short, results. No, not vanity metrics like followers, shares, likes, etc. We’re talking about real results. Leads, ... read Socialistics reviews & insights
Who do you trust with your social media marketing? For every kick ass marketing agency, ... read Socialistics reviews & insights
$150 - $199/hr10 - 492018Seattle, United StatesZeleman is an Ethiopian, integrated full service, communications, advertising and production agency. We are the only full service agency with all capabilities built in-house to provide the most efficient and cost effective solutions for our clients. Founded in 2005 by CEO and Chief Creative Director Zelalem Woldemariam, Zeleman currently employs over 120 experienced communications professionals. ... read Zeleman Communications reviews & insights
Zeleman is an Ethiopian, integrated full service, communications, advertising and production agency. We are the ... read Zeleman Communications reviews & insights
$50 - $99/hr10 - 492005Addis Ababa, EthiopiaFounded in 1946, we push ourselves and our clients to rise above the status quo. As the world’s top communications agency for global clients, we’re committed to doing what’s right and pursuing what matters. We’re on a mission to not only be the world’s most inclusive agency, but to make the world a more inclusive ... read FleishmanHillard reviews & insights
Founded in 1946, we push ourselves and our clients to rise above the status quo. ... read FleishmanHillard reviews & insights
< $25/hr50 - 2491946St. Louis, United StatesFrement is a Hong Kong based Public Relations & Marketing Agency with over 20 years of experience.As former Miss Hong Kong & the mastermind behind Frement, Lelia Chow has a unique ability to connect and deliver the most prominent celebrities & media for her clients.
Frement is a Hong Kong based Public Relations & Marketing Agency with over 20 years ... read Frement reviews & insights
NA10 - 49Hong Kong, ChinaHeth PR + FLDWRK Digital are now Milk Creative Communications -- Success in communications is finding the most direct path to connect people with your brand. We like to be inspired, and we think the rest of the world feels that way too. For us, communications strategy needs to be dynamic. Thoughtful. Different. It needs ... read Milk reviews & insights
Heth PR + FLDWRK Digital are now Milk Creative Communications -- Success in communications is ... read Milk reviews & insights
NA10 - 492008Vancouver, CanadaTo get started, we always need to learn more about your business and suggest ways Undertow can help. From small one-off plays to big budget spectacles and of course the long-term arrangements we usually forge as a result, we can almost always add value. The first step is dropping Greer an email and she'll happily ... read Undertow Media reviews & insights
To get started, we always need to learn more about your business and suggest ways ... read Undertow Media reviews & insights
NA10 - 492013Auckland, New ZealandPorter Novelli is one of the world’s leading public relations agencies. With 90 offices in nearly 60 countries, Porter Novelli delivers best-in-class service to clients around the globe. As the agency that pioneered social marketing, Porter Novelli’s heritage is grounded in influence – motivating people to change deeply ingrained behaviors that are rooted in cultural ... read Porter Novelli PR reviews & insights
Porter Novelli is one of the world’s leading public relations agencies. With 90 offices in ... read Porter Novelli PR reviews & insights
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