Top 80 Digital Agencies in San Francisco

Moburst performed a wide variety of digital creative including site optimization, messaging, social and media campaigns for a large mobile technology provider. They provided all concepts and design that managed to improve the products' ROI. The client was very pleased both from the process of working with the team and the results. 

“They're very creative in coming up with ideas that are clever and fun. They don’t just do the bare minimum of what we ask them to do, but rather they always come back with more than we asked of them.” – Content & Strategy Manager, Large Mobile Technology Provider   

A large financial services firm worked with Avalaunch Media to produce video and create a content marketing campaign. Avalaunch Media produced a video that became the firm's flagship piece of marketing content. Since then, Avalaunch Media has produced more content managed SEO and PPC campaigns for the firm. The client noted especially that Avalaunch Media was especially prompt in delivery and communication, and the two firms have built a several-year relationship.

"Within the company, there is satisfaction from the executive level down to the people on the front line in the field who are getting the work done. We really enjoy the processes and the attention that we get on the projects." – Digital Media Director, Financial Services Firm

Ueno built iOS and Android apps for an international news station. Users can stream personalized content from their various mobile devices. Following the development, the Ueno team also provided promotional marketing services. Now, they help with sales and make minor UX/UI improvements.

"The app has been a success with both users and commercially. We are three times up on our revenue targets, and we've doubled our user growth targets as well. Our product has been named App of the Year, and we've won half a dozen awards already." — Managing Director, News Station

A retail chain hired 3Q Digital to help with its paid search and social media marketing. From this partnership, the chain's conversion rates improved over 30%, and the ROI for search campaigns improved by 40%.

“I’m most impressed with 3Q Digital's knowledge of all the advanced and best tactics, features, and betas. They’re always much farther ahead, and they’ve actually got experience doing them. A lot of agencies don’t have the experience.” – Digital Marketing Manager, Retail Chain

Epsilon transformed a static website into a dynamic and interactive site for a public sector institution. The project entailed visual designs, page reviews, usability tests, and backend development. The client saw a dramatic improvement in traffic to the site.

“They [Epsilon] follow best practices in most cases, and that’s really their forte. It’s quite obvious that they’re very skilled at what they do.” – Chief of Application Services, Public Sector Institution

A large, influential cloud services company hired Beyond for its content marketing and digital strategy expertise. The main project was a content hub that featured industry news and best practices for chief information officers (CIOs). They also designed a client-oriented newsletter for the company, which features vital industry and company information in a marketable format for users. The client praised Beyond's flexibility, noting that their projects included a number of pivots and last-minute changes that Beyond accounted for seamlessly.

"Their enthusiasm for our projects is unparalleled, and it’s great to have a partner that’s optimistic about what you can create together." – Content Marketing Lead, Large Tech Company

Hero Digital was hired by an art non-profit to take over a data migration after a previous vendor couldn't finish the project. Hero Digital went on to help with a general rebranding, redesigning and developing their website, managing SEO, and their Sitecore CMS. 

"We were in bad shape before Delphic began working with us. We’ve already seen significant increases in traffic, visibility, and conversions. We’ve also engaged Delphic for some of our SEM and pay-per-click campaigns. They’ve optimized our content for search at least twice already. Over half of our Web traffic comes in from search engines, so we’re very, very pleased with that." – Web Production Coordinator, Non-Profit

A fire alarm company hired Camp Creative to redesign their WordPress site. To help the client increase sales, Camp Creative provided assistance with the client's content strategy and SEO. The client appreciated that their key goal was met.

"The way they balance creativity and data management is pretty impressive. It's rare to find a company with that balance." – Marketing Director, Fire Alarm Company

Division of Labor ran a brand awareness campaign for a streaming device. They ran a campaign of outdoor, radio, and digital advertisements for two years. They also created the overall marketing strategy and taglines for the campaign. The client was very happy with the results of the campaign and said that their sales and brand awareness increased as a result.  

“I loved their passion for creativity. They cared about my personal success and the success of my company.” – Former Director of Marketing, Streaming Device Company
 

A subsidiary of a large auto manufacturer sought Propane's design expertise in creating a vehicle entertainment platform. Propane Studio first consulted with the firm to ensure clear expectations, then created all the visual assets for the platform. They also handled the branding. The client was impressed by Propane's technical knowledge, which they did not expect from an agency with such a broad focus.

"I have a good impression of their professionalism, deliverables, and commitment to their work. I think overall, it’s really positive feedback, and in comparison to other companies we have worked with, they were best able to adapt to our way of working." – Senior Industrial Designer, Auto Manufacturer

Merritt Group developed a public relations strategy for a software company. This includes creating pitches, managing an influencer program on Twitter, and securing bylines for GoodData. The client praised how prompt, responsible, and helpful the company was throughout the project.

“They’re extraordinarily easy to work with. They're willing to do research before making final strategic decisions.” – Director of Corporate Communications, Software Company 
 

A company that manufactures window shutters hired Motava to refresh their website design, optimize their website for mobile, and manage their digital marketing, including a blog and social media. Motava also provided assistance with improving the client's SEO.

"From a project management perspective, [Motava] allows me to focus on my business and grow it. They're also very proactive in probing potential opportunities and meeting with us to discuss."- CFO & Vice President of Window Shutters Manufacturer

In May 2016, Razorfrog worked with a software firm to develop and manage a new website on WordPress. The team not only redesigned the website but also built additional features to improve the website's effectiveness and usability. The client praised Razorfrog for being easy to work with and efficient. 

"I've worked with many different external vendors, and I'd have to say that Razorfrog was probably the easiest vendor I've ever worked with. They used a Trello board to manage the project, ... which made things much more efficient." – Marketing Director, Software Firm

This freelance publicist relies on the help of Landis Communications to help with her clients' projects. Recently, she hired Landis Communications to promote a Halloween event. Landis Communications developed a strategy and media lists, event preparation, press activities, and trained the client in social media event promotion. 

"I have never had an experience with Landis Communications where I’ve been disappointed. They’re very reliable and a great group of people to work with." –Freelance Publicist and Former PR Executive

Gumas was hired by a Marketing Firm to generate brand awareness for the brands of the Firm's clients. Gumas was able to deliver on their targets such that one of the Firm's clients had an increase of over 37% in sales, while another increased its membership by over 50.

"What I liked the best about working with Gumas was their ability to find ways to increase market share through digital marketing." - Consulting & Services, Marketing Firm   

KO Websites was hired by a roofing company to design its website. KO Websites built the site based on instructions from the roofing company and conducted local SEO service. KO Websites continues to optimize and update content for search engines. The client was pleased that he finally found a company that understood him and his vision for his small business. 

"I've been very happy with what they've done. One reason why I continue to stay with them and invest the money that I do is because they provide me peace of mind knowing that I have somebody taking care that." – President, Roofing Company

An automotive consumer electronics company hired Racepoint for a PR campaign and strategic consulting services.  They created a campaign that targeted automotive OEMs as potential customers. Through press releases, social media, and ad placement, they created a customer base for the client.

"They work with us as a partner and not just as an agency. We assign tough deadlines for projects and they have always delivered in a two-hour timeframe." – PR Director, Automotive Electronics Company

An international development NGO wanted to make their work more visible online while also clarifying their business to potential clients. Marker Seven designed and developed a website that facilitated messaging and collaboration across the organization. The new site featured strong visuals and conveyed the client's mission in an accessible way.

"Every single person we’ve worked with has sent me emails saying what an extraordinary site, and who did it and can I get their number." - Director, International Development NGO

SocialSellinator partnered with a marketing agency where they designed various social media marketing campaigns for their client. They were able to increase customer conversion goals and the level of online traffic for their partner. 

"The process has been seamless between our teams." – Head of Marketing, Marketing Agency 

A large pharmaceutical company wanted to find ways to better utilize their digital marketing channels. Extractable analyzes their core website traffic and surrounding data. As a result of these efforts, they've empowered the client to draw key insights about new opportunities.

"The two resources on their team are really some of the smartest people in this industry. They have a strong sense of the purpose of analytics. I feel that a strong, skilled workforce is important. I just keep adding more value than I pay for them." — Senior Director, Pharmaceutical Company

smallnormous delivered a marketing strategy for an audiovisual equipment rental company. They delivered print ads, digital ads, and designed a landing page for the client. The successfully delivered tonally-precise materials that further developed the client's brand. 

"They took my briefing and presented a proposed strategy. Once aligned, they created a draft, took edits, refined and finalized." — Operations, Audiovisual Rental Company

Rainfactory was responsible for social media marketing for a product startup. They worked to raise awareness of the client's company and draw attention to the client's crowdfunding campaign. They handled social media management, content creation, and web development. The client reported that their crowdfunding and sales goals were surpassed as a result of working with Rainfactory. 

"Our results were astonishing—we far surpassed our crowdfunding and sales goals. While we were initially shooting for $50,000, we raised $1.5 million dollars. Our original goal was to produce 1000 chairs, but we ended up selling 23,000." - VP Marketing, Product Startup

A fruit vendor reached out to Spectrum Group Online for help with their SEO after an unpromising experience with a previous SEO partner. Spectrum Group Online developed an SEO strategy and helped implement PPC campaigns and keyword lists through Google AdWords. In addition, they taught the vendor SEO best practices to maintain their efforts over time.

"They are educators at heart. They’re willing to do the work for you, but if you want to learn to do it yourself, they’re not afraid to teach you how to manage your own SEO and then back off. I think that really sets them apart." – Marketing Manager, Fruit Vendor

A professional coach wanted to pivot to a larger audience and had to adjust their brand accordingly. BayCreative redesigned their website and branding efforts, including materials like digital business cards and Google Forms. BayCreative now helps produce promotional content for social campaigns. 

"My main objective was to gain some traction doing the same thing, but for a different audience. I’ve successfully broken into that audience and booked numerous speaking engagements and gained various clients. Not only that, but it has also gone global which is something that I didn’t really expect. I’m extremely happy with their work." – CEO, Professional Coach Company

Prolific Interactive developed both an iOS and Android app for a bridal retail chain. The app replicated the company’s website and included some additional interactive features such as a wedding dress finder and personality quiz.

“Prolific has been a great partner soup to nuts, handling all of the frontend development work and the design work. They’ve gone above and beyond and done some of the user research analysis.” – Senior Manager, Bridal Retail Chain

Artsy Geek helped a  small-business advocacy nonprofit revitalize its brand identity and bolster its online recognition by designing digital and print materials for its annual conference. As a result of its partnership with Artsy Geek, BALLE received tremendously positive feedback from conference attendees.

"Our company’s C-Suite was blown away by the look and level of quality apparent in everything Artsy Geek for us. Having my bosses and their mentors say praise the product was incredible.” – Director of Community Engagement, Nonprofit for Small Businesses

A real estate company has worked with WebSight Design since 1998. Over the past two decades, WebSight Design has provided web development, SEO, and IT services, managing nearly all of the real estate company's public-facing web presence.

"They [WebSight Design] always exceed my expectations, and they’re a very important part of our team."- CEO of Real Estate Business

Secret Sushi, Inc provided digital and content marketing services to a computer software company. They created e-books, blogs, and briefs, and also managed the client's social media presence. Their work increased the client’s brand awareness and blog traffic.

“Our digital presence and brand awareness have increased significantly since we started working with Secret Sushi. Not only has our blog traffic more than doubled, but their efforts are significantly contributing to helping us build pipeline.” – VP Marketing, Computer Software Company

A company that offers procurement solutions hired York & Chapel to better connect with its suppliers. York & Chapel created an email campaign that greatly improved engagement with their target customer group. The company was satisfied with the results of the campaign, so retained York & Chapel for a re-branding email campaign. 

"They’re very creative and they have a strong ability to translate what the customers want in very simple terms. Usually, when you start with a new design company, it’s tough to get them to understand what you want." – Director, Procurement Solutions Company

URBA worked took charge of a bistro and bar's social media accounts—primarily Facebook and Instagram. URBA takes pictures of the client's food and proceeds to post the photos every few days, with contests interspersed to promote the business. As a result, views, likes, and visitors to the restaurant have all increased.

"Hire them. They’re an amazing group that will help your business grow faster." —Head Chef, Bistro and Bar

A private medical practice partnered with Kwok Design to design and maintenance a website. Using WordPress, the team at Kwok Design designed a website for the client and has continuously updated the website over a 15-year period. Kwok Design also managed content and some social media for the website. The client was impressed by the team at Kwok Design's responsiveness and professionalism. 

"They were always very responsive to requests. Often in the same day, the project manager would update the website if I sent a request for a change or the posting of an article or a blog." – Surgeon, Private Medical Practice 

When a local educational institution needed to rebrand, Gershoni Creative Agency took the lead, creating a rebranding campaign that included a toolkit and guidelines to document brand identity. Gershoni Creative Agency posted on social media, helped with fundraisers, and updated the organization’s website.

“Gershoni's project management is one of their greatest strengths. … The relationship was very collaborative. Gershoni was able to respect the opinions of the many strong-willed, creative people who had input in the project.” – Content Lead and Product Manager, Educational Institute

Farinella LLC streamlined the use of a Google Analytics account, which improved tracking and increased online visibility for a lumber company. They revamped the website and created brand guidelines to better articulate the client’s brand identity. They delivered products that improved digital engagement.

“The level of attention that they are able to deliver to each client is really unique.” – Marketing Director, Lumber company

DDW worked on package design for a large coffee brand. They augmented the brand’s internal graphics team to redesign the packaging for a line of products. They were a part of the process from conception to review and assisted with multiple projects after. The client was impressed with positive feedback the project received.

“Everyone loved the design. It was a great mix of our history and heritage in a more modern look and feel. We get compliments from the different teams.” – Brand Manager, Large Coffee Brand 

An IT services provider originally hired Alaniz to build their website, but they ended up overhauling their entire brand strategy. They created a new logo and built up an inbound marketing campaign for them.

"They understand my business process and my strengths, and build tools that really highlight us in the marketplace. They don’t take a lot of liberty and are a real partner to our creative team." - CEO, IT Services Provider

RNO1 worked with an architecture firm to establish a stronger, more contemporary online presence. RNO1 designed a custom template through Squarespace and updated the firm's website. The firm's founder appreciated the presentation and design of the new site. 

"I liked the look and feel of the work, and I liked the presentation of the company, but most importantly, I liked the people with whom I was connected. That really connected the dots for me. I was not on a campaign to do a lot of interviewing. I hire people who I know can perform." – Founder, Toby Long Design 

A cosmetics company was launching a new product and wanted a marketing strategy from the beginning. Circa developed a marketing plan for the product that had to be carefully advertised to a new demographic. This included social media and video content as well as print ads. 

"They're extremely strategic and creative, putting a lot of work into their approach. They always go above and beyond and are some of the hardest workers I know. They’re passionate about their work and want to do it well." — Former VP of Marketing, Cosmetics Company

While their clients come from many industries, Palmer has a history of working with clean energy firms. A solar energy firm went to Palmer to revamp their digital marketing strategy, which had fallen short on social media metrics. Palmer helped them with brand development, moved their website to HubSpot, and organized campaigns on social media and elsewhere that proved successful for the company.

" They have a very insightful and intelligent team that came up with a lot of excellent ideas and strategies. Also, they listened to us and got everything right the first time, which saved us a lot of time." - Director of Marketing, Solar Energy Firm

Fourandhalf, Inc. provided branding and advertising services for a property management company. They worked to help raise the client's visibility and boost brand awareness, with the client reporting that more customers have contacted their company since the project with Fourandhalf, Inc. began. 

"Communication is Constant, they are giving specific guidelines to and time frames to ensure that the workflow and projects are completed in a timely manner." - Owner, Property Management Company

Spokes Digital developed an educational iOS app for a tech startup. The application did a myriad of tasks including managing schedules, running online courses, and facilitated online tests. Spoke DIgital's work helped generate more users.

"There were no delays during development, and they [Spoke DIgital] delivered the solution on time. They also provided reliable post-launch support." - Director of Operations, Educational Tech Startup 

Searchlight Solutions worked with a martial arts schools system in California to strengthen its online presence and increase its exposure. Searchlight Solutions provided a website redesign that modernized the site with user-friendly navigation elements. 

"The thing that stood out the most was their attentiveness. They listened to what we wanted and gave their professional opinion on the best options. They were extremely efficient in getting the site done quickly." – General Manager, Martial Arts School System

A construction firm wanted to increase online traffic and drive sales for their business. Vital Design implemented a content-driven inbound marketing strategy that increased traffic by 178%.

Thomas Digital Web Design was hired by a PR Firm to redesign and refresh the Firm's website from scratch, optimizing it for mobile display. The new website improved the Firm's web presence at par with that of larger firms.

"Thomas Digital has given my small business the opportunity to enjoy a big business web presence at a small business price." - Owner, PR Firm 

A consulting firm in California hired SEMbyotic to strengthen its online presence and revitalize its relationship with clients. SEMbyotic improved the firm's web strategy design and development projects. 

"They are fantastic to work with. SEMbyotic’s depth of knowledge and experience helps me work with my clients on how a website could accomplish their goals. A" –Proprietor, Consulting Firm 

An e-commerce and digital marketing company hired Zazmic to supply it with data architecture tracking of video-enabled ads. Zazmic also helped the client evolve and optimize its marketing budgets by creating the ability to implement video-enabled ads with simultaneous, real-time bidding.

"Zazmic has a very intuitive design team that understands how to work quickly. We’ve never had any hiccups." – Vice President of Business Development, Digital Marketing Company

A software startup had no marketing team and needed to outsource their marketing efforts. They hired Timelapse who created a WordPress website, advertisement, web content, videos, and now manage the client's content marketing pipeline.

"Definitely, we have very valuable content, which has driven traffic and interest to our company...they [clients] thought the videos were really professional and viewers really understood what they wanted to say." — Director, Software Startup

Planeteria redesigned an art studio's outdated CMS for their online and physical stores. They also worked on the back end to improve the functionality and added features.

"I don’t have time to work with people who aren’t easy to work with. I just move on to the next one. I don’t have time to waste. The fact that I’m working with them shows their quality." — CEO, Art Studio

A mortgage bank hired Spritz in search of a way to differentiate itself from competitors in its digital presence. Spritz originally redesigned its website and now provides advertising strategies, SEO, and lead generation. 

"Just given the bang for buck that you get because they’re a smaller to midsized-shop, the personal connection and the more boutique-style service were definitely appreciated. We didn’t feel like we’re just another number. They’re very attentive in making everybody feel like all hands are on deck for them. They go above and beyond in that area." — Co-Founder, Mortgage Bank

ESP Inspire rebuilt a laser diode company’s site. The new site has garnered a heightened level of traffic. The team is prompt and organized.

“They complete work in a timely manner.” – Director of Operations, Laser Diode Company

A youth nonprofit hired Proleadsoft to build a new website that could be integrated with their social media accounts.

"They held our hand each step of the way, working with us to write content and adding the appropriate photos and videos. Whenever we had questions, we were able to receive an immediate response either by phone call or email.." - CFO of Nonprofit