Top Media Planning and Buying Agencies in California, United States

161 approved agencies currently match this service in California

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Media Planning and Buying Agency Listings in California, United States

Jives MediaVerified
San Francisco, United States

Digital marketing with SEO, web design, and paid advertising

Simplicity MediaVerified
Irvine, United States

Media planning across TV, CTV, radio, podcast, and programmatic for growth-stage brands

WHM CreativeVerified
Oakland, United States

B2B marketing with brand strategy and digital execution

510tech
Berkley, United States

SEO and PPC services for inbound lead capture and search visibility

Avidon Marketing Group
Los Angeles, United States

SEO and content marketing for diverse industries and platforms

BeforeTheMovie
Fairfield, United States

Cinema advertising with high recall and targeted audience engagement

Bravo Design
Burbank, United States

Creative entertainment marketing with digital and print solutions

BSSP
Sausalito, United States

Creative campaigns and brand strategy with an outside perspective

Bulletin Displays
Los Angeles, United States

High-impact digital and static billboards in Los Angeles

Canesta
Los Angeles, United States

PPC and paid services for inbound lead capture and search visibility

Capitalcollectionsfresno
Fresno, United States

SEO and PPC services for inbound lead capture and search visibility

Chrisad
Marin County, United States

Marketing, staff training, and research built exclusively for dental practices nationwide

About

Media Planning and Buying Market Overview for California, United States

Media Planning and Buying for advertising buyers. Clear scope, measurable outcomes, and reliable delivery. 161 approved media planning and buying agencies are currently mapped to California, which is usually the right altitude for a shortlist: wider than one city, tighter than a whole country.

Los Angeles holds 31 of the 161 agencies here, about 19% of the market. The rest is spread across 74 cities in total.

Within California, the deepest city markets currently include Los Angeles (31), San Francisco (13), Long Beach (6), which helps buyers understand where the strongest local comparison sets sit. 3 of those profiles are currently marked as verified on Agency List. Related capabilities commonly evaluated alongside media planning and buying include Ad Operations and Trafficking, Audio and Podcast Ads, Brand Campaigns.

By the numbers

Agencies
161
Verified
3
cmpg
Alhambra, United States

Multicultural marketing, media buying, and event production for regional and national brands

David & Goliath
Los Angeles, United States

Creative campaigns and social media for major brands

Dent
Marina del Rey, United States

Marketing strategies for ambitious clients in Marina del Rey

Direct Avenue
Carlsbad, United States

Data-driven TV advertising using Linear and Connected TV

Duncan Channon
San Francisco, United States

Advertising, branding, and media analytics for diverse client needs

Elkins Advertising
Campbell, United States

Media agnostic solutions for TV, radio, and digital campaigns

engelads
Chico, United States

Digital marketing and creative strategy for impactful campaigns

Eyestorm Creative
Los Angeles, United States

Mobile game marketing built around user acquisition, engagement, retention, and analytics

Gallegos United
Huntington Beach, United States

Transforms cultural insights into market growth across diverse audiences

Gennis Agency
Salinas, United States

Marketing and communications tailored for California businesses

Geoklix
Los Angeles, United States

AI-driven SEO and SEM for impactful digital marketing results

Go Local
Rohnert Park, United States

Strengthening Sonoma County's economy through local business support

Guide

How to Shortlist Media Planning and Buying Agencies in California, United States

A reliable first filter is whether each agency demonstrates repeatable media planning and buying delivery rather than broad capability claims.

Regional pages are where buyers can judge whether a state or province has enough provider density to support a focused shortlist. The most useful comparison is not just agency-versus-agency; it is this region versus nearby cities and versus the parent country page.

If your shortlist needs both local context and broader market depth, start with agencies that clearly fit California, then compare them against the strongest nearby city markets before you widen the search beyond the region. With a deeper pool in California, United States, compare 5-8 candidates using the same scorecard so tradeoffs are visible before calls start.

Shortlist checklist

  • • Start with agencies that fit the region, then compare them against the strongest nearby city markets.
  • • Use the parent-country page when you need more breadth without losing the same service intent.
  • • Treat local density and service proof as a pair: a regional page is only useful if both are present.
Havas Edge
Carlsbad, United States

Performance media agency specializing in TV and digital strategies

Hawthorne Advertising
Los Angeles, United States

Omni-channel campaigns with data-driven performance focus

HyattWard Advertising
Redlands, United States

Award-winning campaigns in radio, billboards, and digital advertising

Ideaology
Marina del Rey, United States

Helping brands flourish with creative and digital marketing strategies.

ifaulkner
Santa Barbara, United States

Award-winning print and web design with SEO expertise

Inception Marketing
Orinda, United States

Integrated marketing campaigns across all media channels

INDE
Los Angeles, United States

Augmented and Mixed Reality Experiences for Global Brands

intertrend
Long Beach, United States

Award-winning Asian American advertising and multicultural marketing

Island Advertising
Danville, United States

Promotional products and apparel with custom design and fast delivery

IW Group
Los Angeles, United States

Multicultural marketing through creative strategy and digital innovation

LA Ads
Northridge, United States

Funeral marketing with strategic planning and creative production

New Ad Specialties
Tustin, United States

Promotional products and marketing services for brand visibility

  1. Long Beach, United States

    Strategic brand development and creative design in Long Beach

  2. Los Angeles, United States

    Creative advertising and digital marketing for challenger brands

  3. Long Beach, United States

    Marketing strategies for non-profits and do-gooders since 2009

  4. Temecula, United States

    Hybrid fusion advertising with data-driven media strategies

  5. Palm Springs, United States

    Brand development and integrated marketing in Palm Springs

  6. Woodland Hills, United States

    Customized media plans and flawless execution for optimal ROI

  7. Pasadena, United States

    Solving marketing challenges with creative design and strategic print solutions

  8. Oakland, United States

    Creative sustainability marketing with media planning and video production

  9. Glendale, United States

    Cultural marketing with data-driven campaigns and omnichannel experiences

  10. Sacramento, United States

    Creative advertising with a focus on ROI and media partnerships

  11. El Segundo, United States

    Crafts digital experiences and effective ad campaigns for brands

  12. Redondo Beach, United States

    Creative advertising and design for entertainment and corporate branding

  13. Rancho Cucamonga, United States

    Customized marketing solutions with graphic design and public relations expertise

  14. Venice, United States

    Travel and lifestyle marketing through branding and digital strategies

  15. Thousand Oaks, United States

    Results-driven digital marketing with SEO and PPC expertise

  16. Anaheim, United States

    Specializes in print, direct mail, online, and outdoor advertising.

  17. Santa Rosa, United States

    Outdoor advertising across Northern California highways and cities

  18. Los Angeles, United States

    360 advertising, marketing strategy, and creative excellence

  19. Modesto, United States

    Corporate apparel, promotional products, and online company stores for Modesto and Sacramento

  20. San Diego, United States

    Pedicab advertising and sponsorships for San Diego conventions and events.

  21. Orange County, United States

    Brand strategy, identity, and physical production spanning packaging, apparel, and trade show booths

  22. To Discuss Your Pro, United States

    PR and PPC services for inbound lead capture and search visibility

  23. San Francisco, United States

    Creating brand momentum through strategy and creative execution

  24. Alameda, United States

    Specializes in direct response advertising and media buying

  25. San Francisco, United States

    Media strategy and buying for diverse business needs

  26. San Diego, United States

    Creative advertising and design with strategic impact

  27. Santa Clarita, United States

    Corporate branding, collateral, print, and digital media for varied industries

  28. Magazines, United States

    Public relations and media buying for theatre, dance, opera, and touring productions

  29. Whittier, United States

    Media planning, social strategy, and experiential activations for brand and campaign work

  30. Pasadena, United States

    Marketing and advertising for aerospace and healthcare growth

  31. Campbell, United States

    Print, signage, and branded apparel for trade shows, offices, and recognition programs

  32. Murrieta, United States

    Custom canopies and inflatables for impactful event marketing

  33. Los Angeles, United States

    Bridging cultural and technological gaps in advertising

  34. Santa Barbara, United States

    Food marketing expertise in CPG, restaurants, and branded produce.

  35. El Segundo, United States

    Omnichannel fulfillment software for 3PLs and inventory management

  36. Irvine, United States

    Delivers digital marketing and video production for automotive clients

  37. Los Angeles, United States

    Psychology-driven advertising and behavior change marketing

  38. Costa Mesa, United States

    Integrated ad campaigns across desktop, mobile, and in-store platforms.

  39. San Francisco, United States

    Creativity-driven campaigns for brands like Xfinity and Doritos

  40. Long Beach, United States

    Creative advertising and marketing for diverse industries

  41. Pasadena, United States

    Combines traditional and digital media for branding and results

  42. Santa Monica, United States

    Contextual intelligence and high-impact advertising technology

  43. Orange County, United States

    Comedy-driven ad campaigns and video production built to grow small brands

  44. Newport Beach, United States

    Branding, digital, and retail strategies with a creative edge

  45. Bakersfield, United States

    Crafts strong brands with media buying and web design expertise

  46. Los Angeles, United States

    Digital advertising and audio services for live events and media

  47. Los Angeles, United States

    Loyal advertising for food and beverage brands

  48. Los Angeles, United States

    Entertainment marketing across Los Angeles and London

  49. Agoura Hills, United States

    Specializes in luxury brand marketing and education marketing.

  50. Huntington Beach, United States

    Creative campaigns, media buying, and social content production for brands

  51. Santa Barbara, United States

    Campaign creative and trailers for major studios, networks, and streamers

  52. Livermore, United States

    Media strategy and planning for diverse advertising needs

  53. San Jose, United States

    Culturally relevant campaigns for the Hispanic market

  54. Daly City, United States

    Brand strategy and creative development for impactful marketing

  55. Long Beach, United States

    Creative campaigns and brand development for diverse industries

  56. San Francisco, United States

    Creative problem solvers for global brands and media strategies

  57. San Francisco, United States

    Collaborative advertising with strategic creativity and digital focus

  58. Los Angeles, United States

    Creates integrated campaigns and brand activations for diverse industries

  59. Los Angeles, United States

    Creative advertising with humor for brand engagement

  60. Moorpark, United States

    Promotional products, printing, and apparel for diverse industries

  61. Sacramento, United States

    Direct mail and print services for the healthcare industry

  62. Business-to-business branding and consumer marketing built on business principles

  63. Pasadena, United States

    SEO services and website design for local and national reach

  64. Thousand Oaks, United States

    Specializing in affordable SEO and internet marketing strategies

  65. Westlake Village, United States

    Media buying and production with over 50 years of experience

  66. Temecula, United States

    Creativity and design for web, video, and advertising

  67. Cerritos, United States

    Custom signage and printing for businesses and organizations

  68. 104.Vitro
    San Diego, United States

    Creative advertising with a focus on brand campaigns and media planning

  69. Los Angeles, United States

    Strategic media planning across digital, traditional, and streaming channels

  70. 106.Acento
    Los Angeles, United States

    Analytics and PPC services for inbound lead capture and search visibility

  71. Los Angeles, United States

    Trailers, key art, and title design for theatrical, TV, streaming, and games

  72. Orange County, United States

    Advertising and marketing experts for international product launches

  73. Roseville, United States

    Specialists in law firm marketing and media buying

  74. Sacramento, United States

    Strategic marketing with tailored teams for aviation and beyond

  75. Los Angeles, United States

    SEO and PPC services for inbound lead capture and search visibility

  76. Escondido, United States

    Creative advertising and strategic marketing for lasting brand impact

  77. Berkeley, United States

    Direct response fundraising and advocacy for nonprofits nationwide

  78. Fresno, United States

    Creative advertising and marketing solutions with a human touch

  79. Long Beach, United States

    Direct response media buying with radio and digital expertise

  80. Oakland, United States

    Transformational media strategies for ecommerce and retail sectors

  81. Foothill Ranch, United States

    Creative campaigns and branding for diverse industries

  82. Napa, United States

    Creative development and brand strategy for clean energy and healthcare

  83. 119.PITCH
    Los Angeles, United States

    Creative advertising campaigns for brands like Burger King and Netflix

  84. San Jose, United States

    Data-driven marketing and website design for Bay Area businesses

  85. Los Angeles, United States

    Brand strategy and demand marketing for impactful growth

  86. San Luis Obispo, United States

    Crafting compelling stories through web design and digital advertising

  87. Orange, United States

    Outsourced marketing for mid-market B2B with digital and video expertise

  88. Murrieta, United States

    Custom Websites and SEO Services for Global Industries

  89. Orange County, United States

    Email, search, social, and video campaigns built to generate new business

  90. San Francisco, United States

    Media planning, audience development, and ROI analytics built around Agile Mix Modeling

  91. Oceanside, United States

    Customized reusable bags and full-service marketing consulting

  92. San Francisco, United States

    Creative campaigns for Series A and B tech startups

  93. Los Angeles, United States

    Global product placement in streaming TV and movies

  94. San Francisco, United States

    Creates ads people love across TV, digital, and social platforms.

  95. San Francisco, United States

    Combines brand advertising with direct response for clear, compelling sales.

  96. Pasadena, United States

    Specializes in social media, branding, and digital advertising.

  97. Los Angeles, United States

    Specializes in Asian marketing and data-driven advertising strategies.

  98. Los Angeles, United States

    Disruption methodology and creative excellence for brand impact

  99. Burbank, United States

    Omni-cultural marketing for diverse consumer engagement

  100. 136.TVGla
    Marina Del Rey, United States

    Digital-first performance creative with high-touch, high-volume capabilities

  101. Sacramento, United States

    Brand identity, packaging, and campaigns for food, beverage, and retail brands

  102. San Francisco, United States

    Creative campaigns for Maverick Brands and impactful client partnerships

  103. Woodland Hills, United States

    Media planning and buying with data-driven strategies

  104. Elk Grove, United States

    Local news, community events, and business promotion in Elk Grove.

  105. Bakersfield, United States

    Crafts compelling TV, radio, and digital advertising campaigns

  106. San Diego, United States

    Delivers branding, digital marketing, and creative development services.

  107. 143.Gumas
    San Francisco, United States

    Challenger Brand Marketing and Strategic Advertising Services

  108. Chula Vista, United States

    Connects brands with multicultural consumers through strategic marketing

  109. Modesto, United States

    Blending creative services with digital marketing for impactful results

  110. Los Angeles, United States

    Engaging fanbases through media strategy and creative services

  111. San Diego, United States

    Combining traditional and digital media for impactful campaigns

  112. Sacramento, United States

    Creates integrated advertising campaigns from broadcast to web.

  113. Sacramento, United States

    Empowering communities through data-driven media strategies.

  114. Fresno, United States

    Faith-based marketing strategies and transformative storytelling for impactful growth

FAQ

FAQs

How many Media Planning and Buying agencies are listed in California, United States?

Agency List currently shows 161 approved media planning and buying agencies for California, United States. That total reflects agencies that are both mapped to the service and tied to this market through canonical location relationships.

How concentrated is the Media Planning and Buying market in California, United States?

The deepest submarkets are Los Angeles (31), San Francisco (13), Long Beach (6). Los Angeles alone accounts for about 19% of the 161 agencies listed here, with the remainder spread across 74 cities.

Why can the California, United States count be much lower than the root Media Planning and Buying total?

The root page counts all approved agencies mapped to media planning and buying, while geo pages narrow that inventory to agencies with confirmed location coverage in California, United States. That keeps local totals tied to real market presence instead of a single denormalized primary-location field.

What should I compare when hiring a Media Planning and Buying agency in California, United States?

Compare agencies on service fit first, then verify who has enough delivery evidence and process clarity for your timeline and budget.

Can I explore nearby or broader Media Planning and Buying markets from California, United States?

Yes. This page links into broader comparison markets such as United States (1,309), along with nearby locations and related services, so you can widen the shortlist without abandoning the original query.