Top Search Engine Marketing Agencies in Australia [2024]

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Top Search Engine Marketing Agencies in Australia [2024]

Looking for the best Search Engine Marketing (SEM) agencies in Australia? We’ve put together a list of the top Australian SEM agencies – based on reviews, experience, services, and much more!

Just like any other specialised marketing strategy, an SEM one doesn’t fall short, meaning it is not easy, takes time, expertise, and resources, More often than not, it’s better to partner with an experienced agency to do this for you, so you can focus on growing your business. 

Apart from the fact that you’ll grow your business with any of these exceptional agencies on our list, you’ll also save a lot of cha-ching as it will be expensive to gain the necessary insights and access to tools to execute a sustainable and successful marketing strategy.

Top 10 SEM Marketing Companies in Australia

  • Digital Nomads HQ
  • Aus Asia Online
  • Online Marketing Gurus
  • Supple Digital
  • Dot Com Infoway
  • In Motion Marketing
  • AEK Media
  • eMarket Experts
  • Searcht
  • Rocket Agency

1. Digital Nomads HQ

Digital Nomads HQ - Search Engine Marketing

Company Information

Team Size

15-25
Employees

Location

Sunshine Coast, Australia

Best for:

Small and Medium-Sized
Businesses

Overview

Digital Nomads HQ (DNHQ) is a full-suite digital marketing agency featuring specialists across all marketing disciplines. When you collaborate with DNHQ, you benefit from an in-house team that handles every aspect of your project without outsourcing, ensuring exceptional results and customised strategies.

Their local experts understand the nuances of the market, allowing them to create targeted SEO and PPC plans that align with your business needs. Other than getting in-house experts, you can also expect no lock-in contracts and transparent reporting, adding to their philosophy that trust is key and constant delivery on ROI is their north star.

Another differentiator of DNHQ is that they’re so versatile. Let’s say you’re a startup looking for SEM services – no problem, you will have dedicated account managers. When, in the future, you’re looking to expand, or the DNHQ team sees a potential gap after analysing competitors, you’ll be able to keep all your marketing services at the same agency as they shine when it comes to cross-functional work.

Pricing

Digital Nomads HQ’s monthly pricing normally starts around $1000 for marketing campaigns and retainers. They are agile in pricing and will accommodate your business’ marketing budget.

Services

Reviews

Awards & Recognition

Clutch top 1000 digital marketing agency award for Digital Nomads HQ 2023

Global 1000 Digital Marketing Agencies by Clutch.co

Positioning #260 in the Global 1000 by Clutch, from over 262,000 agencies globally.

Global Search Award Finalist 24

Global Search Awards Finalist 2024

Best APAC SEO Campaign & Best SEO Campaign in Health & Medical Industry.

Clutch award for top full service digital advertising company presented to Digital Nomads HQ 2023

Top Full Service Digital Marketing Company 2023 by Clutch.co

Awarded Top Company for Full Service Digital Company in 2023.

Top SEM Company 2024

Top SEM Agency in Australia 2024

Awarded Top SEM agency in Australia by Clutch.co in 2024

Top Google Adwords Company 2024

Top Google Adwords Company 2024 by Clutch.co

Awarded Top Company for Full Service Digital Company in 2023.

Top SEO, Web Design & WordPress Agency in Australia 2023

Awarded for SEO, Web Design & WordPress Development in Australia by TechBehemoths.

Experience

Recent Testimonials

“I have been working with Jodi and her team for a few years now, and they have been nothing less than amazing! I’ve had social media content and a new website design, and they look after all of my SEO and Google needs. I would be lost without them!!

Signature Cosmetic & Brow

I am the COO of My Weight Loss Clinic and our business have been working with Digital Nomads since the beginning of our business journey in 2021.

Over this time our My Weight Loss Clinic has experienced tremendous growth, and our future is looking bright.

We have worked closely with Digital Nomads in developing and maintaining our website and developing our media strategy and buying of our digital media. They have been exceptional in providing this service. Their knowledge and insight has been invaluable in guiding us on our growth trajectory coupled with their brilliant account management team.

My Weight Loss Clinic

2. Aus Asia Online

AusAsia

Company Information

Team Size

11 - 50 Employees

Location

St Marys, New South Wales

Best for:

Startups

Overview

Aus Asia Online has digital marketing services that promise to help you understand, reach, and engage with your audience. They have great services available specifically tailored to startups or small businesses, which include web design all the way to SEO.

This SEM business aims to help your company grow by giving you more visitors, leads, revenue, brand awareness, and, finally, trust and authority. Client satisfaction is always top of mind for Aus Asia Online, which is why they’re proud to have had the opportunity to work with companies across various industries across Australia.

Pricing

$1000+ minimum project size (source Clutch)

Services

Reviews

Experience

3. Online Marketing Gurus

Online Marketing Gurus

Company Information

Team Size

51 - 200 Employees

Location

Crows Nest, New South Wales

Best for:

Large Enterprises

Overview

Online Marketing Gurus (OMG) is proud to currently have over 1000 they help in Australia win more customers every month. Even though 70% – 80% of their clients are SMBs, they specialise in being a full-service marketing agency and are certified experts in all channels and platforms, which is why they’re a great pick for large enterprises. OMG proudly promotes the fact that they have a very diverse team regarding their qualifications, backgrounds, and personalities; however, according to the agency, they all have a shared love for SEO, PPC, and online marketing.

Pricing

$1000+ minimum project size (source Clutch)

Services

Reviews

Experience

4. Supple Digital

Supple Digital

Company Information

Team Size

51 - 200 Employees

Location

Richmond, Victoria

Best for:

SMBs

Overview

Introducing Supple Marketing: They’re a full-house marketing agency that aims to get your business qualified traffic, genuine leads, and paying customers. First, their primary goal will be to improve your traffic, followed by running tests to improve your conversion rate, all while continuously measuring and improving. 

This agency promises to develop a marketing strategy that is tailored to your business growth goals, all while executing this strategy through a series of digital marketing campaigns. If you’re curious to know more about how this agency operates, you can check out their free tools to give you a glimpse of what to expect from working with them.

Pricing

$1,000+ minimum project size (source Clutch)

Services

Reviews

Experience

5. Dot Com Infoway

Company Information

Team Size

51 - 200 Employees

Location

Baulkham Hills, NSW

Best for:

Large Enterprises

Overview

Dot Com Infoway (DCI) has headquarters in India but operates in Australia, Indonesia, the USA, and Thailand too. With over 20 years of experience, they understand the importance of experimenting with new strategies and tools, all while customising plans to meet clients’ business goals. 

We suggested DCI for large enterprises as they’re unique in the sense that they offer 24/7 support thanks to their variety of operating locations. With the help of their large team, you’ll be able quickly scale up your marketing activities if needed.

Pricing

$1,000+ minimum project size (source Clutch)

Services

Reviews

Experience

6. In Motion Marketing

Company Information

Team Size

2 - 10 Employees

Location

Melbourne, Victoria

Best for:

Startups

Overview

In Motion Marketing is a full-suite digital marketing agency that focuses specifically on startups and SEMs to help them attract more customers and grow their businesses. They aim to eliminate any guesswork by providing data-driven insights and customised growth plants. 

In Motion Marketing further explains that they won’t simply try to improve your audience engagement, but they will rather ensure your brand resonates with the right audience by doing a full buyer-persona analysis. Specifically for startups, this marketing agency aims to level the playing field so clients can compete with bigger players. 

Pricing

$1,000+ minimum project size (source Clutch)

Services

Reviews

Experience

7. AEK Media

AEK Media

Company Information

Team Size

11 - 50 Employees

Location

Crows Nest, New South Wales

Best for:

SMBs

Overview

AEK Media is an award-winning, integrated digital marketing agency that focuses on providing sytemised and scalable growth solutions. They do this by creating content-rich digital marketing funnels and websites that tell connected stories to potential customers across all digital interactions. 

One of the most important factors that this agency considers is looking into what truly makes each business unique to ensure they’ll be able to nurture and educate customers through the buying journey. They offer services ranging from SEO to photography & videography. 

Pricing

$1,000+ minimum project size (source Clutch)

Services

Reviews

Experience

8. eMarket Experts

Company Information

Team Size

11 - 50 Employees

Location

Melbourne, Victoria

Best for:

SMBs

Overview

eMarket Experts specialises in creating tailored digital marketing strategies designed to meet each business’s unique needs. Rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach, they develop customised multi-platform solutions to increase online sales, improve website traffic, and boost search rankings.

eMarket Experts avoids confusing technical jargon, ensuring clients fully understand the strategies being implemented and the results they can expect. Their team continuously monitors, analyses, and refines each campaign to deliver optimal results, all while keeping clients informed every step of the way.

Pricing

$5,000+ minimum project size (source Clutch)

Services

Reviews

Experience

9. Searcht

Company Information

Team Size

2 - 10 Employees

Location

Spring Hill, QLD

Best for:

Startups

Overview

Searcht is a trusted Australian search marketing agency dedicated to helping growth-focused brands achieve lasting results. If you’re frustrated with the outcomes of your current SEO or SEM agency, Searcht promises to offer a straightforward solution.

With a small, agile team committed to your business goals, Searcht works closely with your team to drive growth. They prioritise transparency, offering honest advice that respects your budget rather than inflating their retainer. Consistency is key; they remain as committed in the sixth month as they are on day one, with no “set and forget” approach. Communication is seamless, providing direct access to your account manager to ensure quick, clear answers whenever needed.

Pricing

$5,000+ minimum project size (source Clutch)

Services

Reviews

Experience

10. Rocket Agency

Rocket Digital Agency

Company Information

Team Size

11 - 50 Employees

Location

Surry Hills, NSW

Best for:

Large Enterprises

Overview

Rocket Agency is a full-service digital marketing agency with a team of over 50 experts dedicated to driving client growth through powerful digital strategies and high-performing creative. Recognised as the Best Integrated Search Agency and Best Medium SEO Agency at the APAC Search Awards 2024, as well as winning Best Social Media Campaign at the Semrush Awards 2023, Rocket consistently delivers results.

Their success is built on having the best talent, combining technical expertise with marketing acumen and business insight. Rocket’s commitment to client outcomes ensures true partnerships, where their focus is always on achieving meaningful, measurable growth for the brands they serve.

Pricing

$5,000+ minimum project size (source Clutch)

Services

Reviews

Experience

Frequently Asked Questions

This list was created by assessing agencies based on their expertise, client satisfaction, and proven results. We considered their industry reputation, client reviews, and history of successful campaigns. We aim to showcase agencies that consistently deliver outstanding performance.

SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) focuses on optimising a website to improve its organic search rankings through strategies like keyword research, content creation, and link building. In contrast, Search Engine Marketing (SEM) encompasses paid advertising strategies, like pay-per-click (PPC) campaigns, to increase visibility on search engine results pages. While SEO aims for long-term, sustainable traffic growth through organic means, SEM provides immediate visibility and traffic through paid placements. Both strategies complement each other to improve overall online visibility and drive traffic to a website.

Recommended Read: SEO vs. SEM: Let’s Explain the Difference

Search Engine Marketing (SEM) services involve strategies and techniques to increase a website’s visibility on search engine results pages through paid advertising and optimisation. These services typically include pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, keyword research, ad creation, and campaign management. SEM services may also include analytics and performance tracking to measure the effectiveness of advertising efforts. The goal is to drive targeted traffic to a website, generate leads, and improve conversion rates by utilising search engine platforms such as Google Ads and Bing Ads.

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