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How we vet every listicle
Every agency featured on Web Tonic passes our 84-point editorial review before a single listicle goes live. This is how we vet each pick:
Verified client outcomes: We require real case studies with measurable KPIs — revenue, ROAS, CPA, retention — tied to the exact category being ranked. No cherry-picked wins, no unverifiable numbers.
Independent reputation: We cross-check Clutch, Google, G2, and Trustpilot ratings, and screen for review-bombing or suspicious patterns. Only operators with a consistent, verifiable track record make the cut.
Beyond that, every listing goes through a quarterly re-audit. We check 84 criteria across 6 pillars to make sure it still holds up — here are some of the checks we run:
A social media management agency runs a business's social accounts day to day. It sets the strategy, plans a content calendar, creates and schedules posts for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn or TikTok, replies to comments and messages, and reports on what the accounts achieve each month.
We kept only firms whose own site sells social media management, then checked each address, client claim and price by hand. All nine are Belfast-based, from Donegall Square to the Newtownards Road. Seven name a verified client, and two publish a monthly social media rate.
What does a social media management agency in Belfast actually do?
It plans, creates and posts content on your social channels, manages comments and messages, and reports on results each month. Nine external Belfast agencies cleared our checks; all are based in the city, seven name a verified client and two publish a monthly rate.
1. Web Tonic
About: Web Tonic runs social media as a growth channel: content calendars, community management and reporting sit with the same team that runs paid social, so organic posts and ads are planned against one set of numbers. Social media management, paid social and performance creative are scoped as separate lines, and the client keeps full admin access to every account.
Key Services: Growth Marketing, Paid Social, PPC, Meta Ads, SEO, Google Ads, Snapchat Ads, Amazon Ads, Reddit Ads, TikTok Ads, TikTok Shop, GEO-AEO, Webflow Design, Shopify Design, WordPress Design, UGC, Social Media Management, Pay Per Click Management, Marketing Analytics, Analytics Implementation & CDPs, Performance Branding, Performance 360° Audit, Programmatic Ads, OOH Ads, HR Marketing
Industries Served: eCommerce, SaaS, B2B, Construction Professionals, Home Services, SMEs, Health Spa & Wellness, Retail, Legal & Judicial Services, Food & Beverages, Pets, Fitness, Family & Children, Finance & Insurance, Travel, Non-Profits & Organizations, Furniture & Decoration
Notable Clients: WorldRemit, Jack & Jones, Ardene, L’Oréal, Sendwave, Nestlé, Airbnb. Serve Fortune 500 companies and smaller fast-paced startups.
Locations: HQ in San Francisco with notable offices in New York, Chicago, Miami, Toronto, Montreal, Dubai, Singapore, Sydney and more. Offices on five continents.
Pricing: Starting at USD $3,000 per month. Flexible and scalable plans at any time according to your enterprise needs. Book a call to learn more.
Great For: Mid-market to enterprise-level businesses requiring ongoing, on-tap growth and performance marketing services.
Website: Web Tonic
2. Digital 24
About: Digital 24 is a digital marketing agency based on North Derby Street in Belfast. They provide specialized services including social media management, paid advertising, and content marketing to help businesses grow.
Key Services: Social Media Management, Paid Advertising, Content Marketing, Email Marketing, SEO
Industries Served: eCommerce, Lead Generation
Notable Clients: Dale Farm, Action Cancer
Locations: Belfast
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: eCommerce businesses, Lead Generation businesses
Website: Digital 24
3. Emerald Green Media
About: Emerald Green Media is a Belfast-based digital marketing agency specializing in social media management, content creation, and video production. From Arthur Street, the agency delivers social media strategy and content-led campaigns for brands locally and globally.
Key Services: Social Media Marketing, Social Media Management, Video Production, Digital Marketing, Influencer Marketing, Content Strategy
Industries Served: Travel, Hospitality, Lifestyle
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Belfast
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Travel businesses, Hospitality businesses, Lifestyle businesses
Website: Emerald Green Media
4. Aspect Media
About: Aspect Media is a creative and digital agency based in Belfast that researches, plans, and implements structured social media strategies. They create engaging branded content to build audiences, boost customer confidence, and drive sales alongside digital marketing and design solutions.
Key Services: Social Media Marketing, Web Design, Graphic Design, Digital Marketing, Photography
Industries Served: Not stated on the firm's own site
Notable Clients: Belfast Restaurant Week, Public Health Agency, Amnesty
Locations: Belfast
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Small and mid-sized businesses, Local service businesses, Growing consumer brands
Website: Aspect Media
5. Erudite Digital
About: Erudite Digital is a digital marketing and video agency based in Belfast, Northern Ireland. They specialize in social media management, platform management, captivating content creation, and targeted performance marketing campaigns.
Key Services: Social Media Management, Social Media Advertising, Videography and Photography, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing
Industries Served: Construction, Financial Services, Mortgages
Notable Clients: Crawford Mulholland Financial, Lauralu
Locations: Belfast
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Construction businesses, Financial Services businesses, Mortgage brokers
Website: Erudite Digital
6. GEKKOSHOT
About: GEKKOSHOT is a digital agency based in Belfast that provides tailored web design, data-driven SEO, and comprehensive social media management campaigns. They focus on delivering measurable commercial impact, lead generation, and brand visibility for ambitious businesses.
Key Services: Social Media Management, Web Design, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Google Ads, Content Strategy
Industries Served: Healthcare, Automotive, Property, E-commerce, Hospitality
Notable Clients: Salt Kitchen, Just Dandy
Locations: Belfast
Pricing: Social media strategy and management from GBP £299/month
Great For: Healthcare organisations, Automotive businesses, Property businesses
Website: GEKKOSHOT
7. Creative Crew Studio
About: Creative Crew Studio is a Belfast-based creative agency offering social media management, SEO, content creation, paid ads, graphic design, branding, web design, and LMS solutions. Their team focuses on providing strategic digital marketing and creative services designed to build brand authority and online growth.
Key Services: Social Media Management, Paid Advertising, Content Creation, Branding, Website Design & Development, SEO, AI Solutions, LMS & Software Solutions
Industries Served: Not stated on the firm's own site
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Belfast
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Small and mid-sized businesses, Local service businesses, Growing consumer brands
Website: Creative Crew Studio
8. League of Advertising
About: League of Advertising is an advertising and digital agency headquartered at Titanic Suites in Belfast, Northern Ireland. They provide a range of digital marketing services, including social media marketing, campaigns, and social CRM strategies to build brand presence.
Key Services: Social Media Marketing, Social & Community, Digital, Social & ABL Advertising, Web Design, Development & eCommerce, Search Engine Marketing, PPC & Google Ads, Brand Strategies & Planning, Copywriting & Content, Art & Motion Design
Industries Served: Not stated on the firm's own site
Notable Clients: Shed Factory Ireland, Click Energy, Bopworx
Locations: Belfast
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Small and mid-sized businesses, Local service businesses, Growing consumer brands
Website: League of Advertising
9. DHD
About: DHD is a branding and digital agency based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, offering a wide range of creative, development, and production services. Their offerings span strategy, brand identity, website development, videography, photography, and social media strategy.
Key Services: Social Media Strategy, Brand Identity, Web Development, Videography, Photography, Animation
Industries Served: Retail, Food, Hospitality, Tourism, Energy, Non-Profit
Notable Clients: Belfast Healthy Cities, Manors Golf, Ballymena Academy, Cancer Fund for Children
Locations: Belfast (Ormeau Labs)
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Retail businesses, Food businesses, Hospitality businesses
Website: DHD
10. Yellow Zest
About: Yellow Zest is a creative and marketing agency based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, specialising in branding, web design, PR, and social media support. They combine thoughtful design and business strategy to help purpose-led founders and local businesses build their brands and online presence.
Key Services: Branding, Web Design, Social Media, PR, Content Strategy
Industries Served: Restaurants, Independent Businesses, Creative & Freelance, Local Businesses
Notable Clients: La Bottega
Locations: Belfast
Pricing: Social media packages from GBP £370/month
Great For: Restaurants, Independent Businesses, Creative freelancers
Website: Yellow Zest
Quick Comparison Table
| Agency | Key Specialty | Starting Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Web Tonic | Full-Service Performance Marketing | USD $3,000/mo | Mid-market to Enterprise |
| 2. Digital 24 | Social management and paid ads | Quote-based | eCommerce businesses |
| 3. Emerald Green Media | Social management with video | Quote-based | Travel businesses |
| 4. Aspect Media | Structured social strategies | Quote-based | Small and mid-sized businesses |
| 5. Erudite Digital | Social management with video | Quote-based | Construction businesses |
| 6. GEKKOSHOT | Social campaigns with web and SEO | Social media strategy and management from GBP £299/month | Healthcare organisations |
| 7. Creative Crew Studio | Social management beside design | Quote-based | Small and mid-sized businesses |
| 8. League of Advertising | Social and community with advertising | Quote-based | Small and mid-sized businesses |
| 9. DHD | Social strategy with brand and film | Quote-based | Retail businesses |
| 10. Yellow Zest | Social packages for founders | Social media packages from GBP £370/month | Restaurants |
Frequently Asked Questions
How should I choose between these Belfast social media agencies?
Ask each Belfast agency to show a live account it runs today, with the last three months of posts and the monthly report it sends. Check who writes the captions, who replies to comments and messages, and how fast. Digital 24, Emerald Green Media, Aspect Media and Erudite Digital lead with social, while GEKKOSHOT, DHD, Yellow Zest and League of Advertising pair it with web, brand or advertising work.
How much does a Belfast social media agency cost?
Two of the nine external firms publish a figure. GEKKOSHOT says its social media strategies start from GBP £299 a month, and Yellow Zest lists social media packages from £370 a month. The other seven quote per brief. Expect a retainer set by channels, posts per week, content shoots and community management hours, and keep ad spend budgeted separately from the management fee.
What is the difference between social media management and paid social?
Social media management covers the organic side: strategy, a content calendar, creating and scheduling posts, replying to comments and messages, and monthly reporting. Paid social is ad buying on Meta, TikTok or LinkedIn, with its own budget and targeting. Digital 24 runs both, Emerald Green Media and Erudite Digital shoot their own video, and League of Advertising adds social CRM. Ask every proposal to price the two separately.
How long before social media management shows results?
Expect the first month to go on onboarding: access to accounts, a tone-of-voice brief, a content calendar and the first batch of approved posts. Engagement and follower trends usually need three to six months of consistent posting before they mean much. A Belfast restaurant posting daily will read its numbers faster than a financial firm building trust on LinkedIn. Agree which numbers the monthly report will track before the first post goes out.
Should I hire a Belfast agency or one based elsewhere?
Belfast supplies this whole list. Aspect Media works from Donegall Square West, Emerald Green Media from Arthur Street, Creative Crew Studio from Bridge Street, League of Advertising from Adelaide Street, DHD from Ormeau Labs and Digital 24 from North Derby Street. GEKKOSHOT sits on Queens Road, Erudite Digital on the Upper Newtownards Road and Yellow Zest on the Newtownards Road. A local team can film on site, which matters for venues and shops.
Choosing a Social Media Management Agency in Belfast
All nine external agencies are based in Belfast, so the useful split is between social specialists and agencies that add social to web, brand or video work.
Seven name a client we could verify, and two publish a monthly rate. Ask each firm to walk you through an account it runs now. A live account tells you more than a case study deck.
Account ownership comes first. Your business should hold admin rights to every page and ad account, with the agency added as a partner, never the owner. Ask for the approval process and reply times in writing too.
Finally, meet the person who will post and reply for you, because the pitch team is not always the team doing the work. If you want the day-to-day posting, the paid social that amplifies it and the growth plan answerable to one team, read our latest analysis or see how we work in Belfast.
