Transparent Pricing
Simple, Predictable Retainers
Built to Scale
Starting from $1,000/month. No hidden fees, no lock-in contracts. Choose between complete social media posting + ads, or pure paid ads management to drive direct calls and leads.
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Local Starter
Starter Package
Ideal for local shops, clinics, and service businesses wanting a professional social presence and consistent local customers.
$1,000.00
/month
Platforms Covered
1–2 Platforms (Facebook & Instagram)
Monthly Content
12–15 Posts & Promotional Posters
What's Included
Custom Graphic Posters & Flyers
Caption Writing & Scheduling
Light Comment & DM Replies
Basic Local Ad Setup
Monthly Plain-English Report
Recommended Ad Budget
$500 – $1,500 / month
★ Most Popular
Growth Package
Our top choice for established local businesses ready to actively grow, run targeted ads, and combine promotional posters with video.
$2,500.00
/month
Platforms Covered
2–3 Platforms (Meta + Google or TikTok)
Monthly Content
20–25 Posts (Posters + Video Reels)
What's Included
Branded Graphic Posters & Flyers
Short-Form Video Editing (Reels)
Active Comment & Inquiry Replies
Targeted Local Ad Campaigns
Weekly Ad Budget Tuning
Dedicated WhatsApp & Slack Support
Recommended Ad Budget
$1,500 – $5,000 / month
Complete Done-For-You
Full-Service Package
Comprehensive marketing takeover for busy business owners and regional leaders wanting total market dominance.
$5,000.00
/month
Platforms Covered
All Major Platforms (Meta, Google, TikTok)
Monthly Content
Daily Posting (30+ Posters & Videos)
What's Included
Daily Custom Posters, Flyers & Stories
Professional Video Creation & Reels
Full-Service Meta & Google Ads
Lead Gen (Calls, Forms & Bookings)
Daily Community & Review Management
Direct Founder Access (Raine Baker)
Recommended Ad Budget
$5,000+ / month
Comparison & Value
How The Smart Creator stacks up against alternatives.
Hiring in-house carries heavy payroll liabilities, freelancers lack quality control, and traditional agencies lock you into rigid contracts. Here is how we compare line-by-line.
| Criteria | The Smart Creator | In-House Media Buyer | Solo Freelancer | Traditional Agency | Automated AI Tools |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Retainer | From $1,000/mo transparent | £3,500–£4,500/mo + taxes | $800–$1,500/mo variable | £3,000–£6,000/mo + setup | $50–$200/mo software fee |
| Contract Terms | Flexible month-to-month | Permanent employment liability | Project-by-project | 6 to 12 months locked in | Monthly subscription |
| Team Structure | 3-Person Pod (Buyer + Designer + QA) | Single generalist employee | Solo worker (no backup) | Junior account manager | Zero humans (you do all work) |
| Creative Assets | Custom posters, Reels & copy included | Separate graphic designer needed | Extra fee per revision/card | Often capped or slow | Generic automated AI slop |
| AI Stance | Human-crafted copy & design only | Subject to employee habits | Frequently unedited ChatGPT | Often billed as human work | 100% automated robot output |
| Tracking & CAPI | Server-Side CAPI & GA4 included | Requires outside developer | Rarely configured properly | Extra £1,000 tech onboarding fee | None included |
| Account Ownership | 100% Client-owned (Partner access) | Company owned | Frequently held hostage | Often agency owned | N/A |
| Your Weekly Time | ~10–15 mins (approvals only) | 4–8 hours managing staff | Constant back-and-forth | Endless status meetings | 10+ hours/week DIY prompting |
| Performance Assurance | Proactive weekly audits & creative pivots | Fixed salary overhead regardless | None | Rigid contract penalties | None |
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our services, pricing, posters, ad campaigns, and how we help local businesses grow.
We run targeted campaigns on Meta, Google, TikTok, and YouTube to drive high-converting traffic and measurable ROI.
