The Best Advertising Agencies in Leeds Making Campaigns That Make a Mark
A few years ago, my cousin had a stroke of genius and opened a boutique selling vintage garms. I was all in, chucked some dosh in it, and thought we’d be rolling in cash in no time. The clothes were pure class.
Unfortunately, a good product is just part of the success recipe. We lacked advertising chops, so we had zero visibility.
If only we’d known about these local advertisers back then. It’s not too late though! We searched for the best ones who can help us get our brand out there.
How much does it cost to hire an advertising agency in the UK?
Hiring an advertising agency in the UK typically costs between £400 and £1,000 per month for small businesses. Larger businesses should expect to pay up to 10 times more, particularly for complex offerings like social media and content marketing.
On the other hand, traditional marketing starts at £200, though fees can balloon up to £2,000. Digital billboards cost more, with an average weekly fee of £1,000.
1. SOS Marketing
Address: Leeds Kirkgate Market, The Leeming Building, Ludgate Hill
Contact Details: 0113 294 8871
Operating Hours: Daily – 24 hours
Founded in 2018, SOS Marketing is adept at promoting brands. They’re a one-stop shop for digital advertising, with SEO, PPC, and social media management solutions available for almost every business type.
That said, they might not be the best fit for those after more traditional advertising.
If they fit the bill for you, SOS gets you solid value, thanks to their competitive and transparent pricing structure.
According to clients, their process includes getting to know your company, so every content is well-planned and reflective of your brand. The staff is friendly too—particularly Scott—which makes a collaborative environment.
What matters most, though, is that clients, like Redwing Properties and Hope Psychic, report about boosts in sales and website functionality after acquiring SOS’ services.
However, some might raise eyebrows over their small team. That’s especially true for bigger brands.
Helpful and Responsive
‘We moved over to SOS recently and the service was seamless. Scott also gave me very honest and helpful advice around AdWords and is always really helpful and responsive to any of the questions I have. I’d happily recommend Scott and SOS Marketing’
– Sally Bendtson, Google Review
Super-Friendly Approach
‘I recently had the pleasure of collaborating with Scott from SOS Marketing on a commercial photoshoot for one of their brands. Working with Scott was an absolute delight. His professionalism, attention to detail, and super-friendly approach made the entire process seamless and enjoyable.
Scott’s commitment to excellence makes him a standout professional in the marketing industry. I look forward to future collaborations and highly recommend working with him and the team at SOS Marketing.’
– Monika Kus, Google Review
2. Ascensor
Address: Ascensor Digital Agency, Block 1, City West Office Park, The Blvd
Contact Details: 0113 831 4400
Operating Hours: Mon to Fri – 8:30 am to 6 pm
Ascensor started in 2007, and they’ve maintained a solid footing over time. Their clients usually report positive results, like Raithwaite Sandsend’s 99.5% increase in occupancy and Luxe by She’s 267% increase in revenue.
Successful brands also trust this lot, and you might be more than familiar with a few of them. Think YESSS Electrical, Magnet, Gripple, and Nando’s.
Service-wise, they’re similar to the previous entry. Digital advertising is also Ascensor’s bread and butter, with a focus on SEO-friendly ads, engaging content, and strategic posts.
That means they also come with the exact major drawback—not having traditional advertising services.
As for what distinguishes them, it’s Ascensor’s email and influencer marketing. Email marketing can be used to generate personalised, cost-effective emails, while influencer marketing leverages influencers to authentically advertise your brand.
They’re reliable, too. Updates, process simplification, and on-time submissions are the norm here, according to the clients we chatted with.
That weekend closure can be a drag, though.
Incredibly Responsive and Attentive
‘Partnering with Ascensor to revamp our website has been a game-changer for our business!
Their expertise and innovative design have already significantly boosted our site’s performance with improved navigation and a far more engaging user experience. Even in these early stages, we’ve seen a dramatic upswing in engagement and conversions.
The team have been incredibly responsive and attentive to our needs, ensuring every detail was just right. Their dedication and skill have exceeded our expectations, and we are confident in the continued success of our collaboration.’
– Drew Mcmilla, Google Review
Impressive Expertise
‘We had a terrible experience with our previous web developer and was recommended to go to Ascensor to help us complete our strategy of developing a successful e-commerce website. The service we received was excellent, we worked extremely well with the team at Ascensor and would like to particularly thank Jeannette and Laura for their support, patience and attention to detail throughout the project. We are pleased to say we now have an e-commerce site that functions excellently and is extremely successful, completing a vital part of our marketing strategy. After-sales service is vitally important for us in order to ensure our websites are well maintained and deliver on their goals, and unlike other web developers the after-sales support received by Ascensor is fantastic. We was impressed with Andy’s expertise and so happy with the work done that are halfway through developing our second website with these guys – I would thoroughly recommend them to all.’
– Luke Chapman, Google Review
3. Prohibition PR
Address: Victoria Wharf, Unit 4 Sovereign St
Contact Details: 0113 430 4160
Operating Hours: Mon to Fri – 9 am to 5:30 pm
Prohibition PR might be this list’s best option for marketing-meets-PR services. They’ve won awards like CIPR’s 2022 Regional Campaign of the Year and PR Consultancy of the Year.
They’re also experienced and have been providing ad-related services since 2011. And speaking of services, theirs are extensive, with digital PR, content marketing, social media management, and reputation management on offer.
However, it’s their webinars that rack glowing Google reviews. Clients found them insightful and informative, particularly about social media trends.
Prohibition’s portfolio contains some well-known brands, as well. Bigen, University of Oxford, and Goldsmith’s are among their clients.
Still, they have snags, like being closed on the weekend. Most of their clients are also small to midmarket businesses.
The upside is they have traditional advertising services, such as TV and OOH advertising. Most agencies here stick to digital ads.
Really Useful for My Field
‘My boss introduced me to Prohibition to see some of its previous webinars and so far, I found them really really useful for my field. Well done, team! I will surely be joining a live one in the future.’
– Ahmiel Farrarons, Google Review
Engaging and Very Informative
‘Have now attended multiple seminars. They are engaging and very informative. I would definitely recommend to anyone in the marketing industry!’
– Lara Cusack, Google Review
4. Trio Media
Address: Regents Court, Harrogate Rd, Chapel Allerton
Contact Details: 0113 733 2020
Operating Hours: Daily – 8 am to 6 pm
Data-driven and strategic, the 2017-founded Trio Media is an agency that can get you positive results. Clients like The Practice Loan Company have mentioned getting better visibility after working with this team.
In terms of advertising, they do things digitally. Most ads are done through social media posts, mostly videos and graphics.
In addition, they can advertise businesses via blogs or articles, setting them apart from the pack. It’s also not just a melange of appealing, on-brand words; the content is SEO-friendly and entertaining.
For downsides, a few clients complained about not getting follow-ups through calls or emails. No traditional marketing with them, either.
What you can expect, though, is effective Google Ads-related solutions. They have specialists in this field and a partnership with Google, after all.
To top it off, they also have TikTok Shop, Trustpilot, and Meta partnerships, granting clients platform insights.
Never Been Happier
‘Amazing Service and Amazing Results, we work closely with Trio for our digital projects and we have never been happier. Claire really understands the digital marketplace and has been a great asset to us. Highly recommended to anyone who needs digital marketing services’
– Manpreet Singh, Google Reviews
Really Effective
‘I’ve worked with Claire and Trio Media on to support with branding for our company. We’re not ready to look at a website yet, but had a Logo and some branding support previously but we found it didn’t meet our needs – it wasn’t transferrable or adaptable to the different kinds of mediums we wanted. Claire was able to get a sense of what we wanted and needed in terms of look, but also functionality, and also suggested things we hadn’t considered. She was really effective in getting it done much quicker than we thought. Really looking forward to starting on our website, with a company who were really quickly able to grasp our priorities and needs, and yet place no pressure on us to commission more than we’re ready to at the moment. Thank you so much!’
– Emma Smith, Google Review
5. Daniel Latto Digital Marketing Agency
Address: Dragon Bridge House, 253 Whitehall Rd
Operating Hours:
- Mon to Thu – 7:30 am to 7:30 pm
- Fri – 7:30 am to 7 pm
- Sat – 9 am to 2 pm
Clocking in at about 14 years in the industry, Daniel Latto is a digital advertising vet. The agency is a good fit if you’re after social media-centred ads, like YouTube or Instagram reels.
What’s more, you’ll hardly lift a finger. A fully dedicated team or manager will do the advertising legwork for you, such as daily postings, content management, and even end-of-month reports.
Additionally, almost every type of marketing is on the table, with flexible contracts as a bonus. You can even hire them to produce traditional promotional materials, mainly head-turning brochures and leaflets.
Many clients also rave about their advertisement training courses, saying that the programmes are a bargain for having fair prices and offering a wealth of trend-based knowledge.
If there’s a catch, it’s that they mostly work with SMEs, so larger businesses might think twice. The Sunday closure can be a downer, too.
Fantastic Support
‘I am halfway through the Property Sourcing Training and for the price it is well, well worth it! Very highly recommended if you are looking in to the journey, no need to hesitate. I am getting some invaluable knowledge and will be compliant in Deal Sourcing soon enough. I look forward to my journey and no doubt getting fantastic support along the way from Daniel and his team!’
– Susan Tosh, Google Review
The Content is Invaluable
‘Completing Daniels online Property Sourcing Course was an absolute pleasure.
The content is invaluable and Daniel delivers it in a way which maintains your focus.
By far one of the best online courses I’ve completed and at a fraction of the price of most.
Highly recommend…..’
– Tom Maher, Google Review