{"id":2759,"date":"2026-11-05T18:14:11","date_gmt":"2026-11-05T12:44:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diinfotech.com\/blog\/?p=2759"},"modified":"2026-11-05T18:14:11","modified_gmt":"2026-11-05T12:44:11","slug":"in-house-vs-agency-social-media-how-to-decide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diinfotech.com\/blog\/in-house-vs-agency-social-media-how-to-decide\/","title":{"rendered":"In-House vs Agency Social Media: How to Decide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/diinfotech.com\/blog\/in-house-vs-agency-social-media-how-to-decide\/#Which_Model_Fits_Your_Business\" >Which Model Fits Your Business?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/diinfotech.com\/blog\/in-house-vs-agency-social-media-how-to-decide\/#What_an_In-House_Social_Media_Manager_Can_and_Cant_Do\" >What an In-House Social Media Manager Can (and Can&#8217;t) Do<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/diinfotech.com\/blog\/in-house-vs-agency-social-media-how-to-decide\/#What_a_Social_Media_Agency_Brings_to_the_Table\" >What a Social Media Agency Brings to the Table<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/diinfotech.com\/blog\/in-house-vs-agency-social-media-how-to-decide\/#Cost_Comparison_In-House_vs_Agency_in_India\" >Cost Comparison: In-House vs Agency in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/diinfotech.com\/blog\/in-house-vs-agency-social-media-how-to-decide\/#The_Hybrid_Model_Who_Does_What\" >The Hybrid Model: Who Does What<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/diinfotech.com\/blog\/in-house-vs-agency-social-media-how-to-decide\/#5_Questions_to_Help_You_Decide\" >5 Questions to Help You Decide<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/diinfotech.com\/blog\/in-house-vs-agency-social-media-how-to-decide\/#Mistakes_to_Avoid_Before_You_Hire_or_Sign\" >Mistakes to Avoid Before You Hire or Sign<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/diinfotech.com\/blog\/in-house-vs-agency-social-media-how-to-decide\/#Why_Choose_DI_Infotech_for_Social_Media_Marketing_Services\" >Why Choose DI Infotech for Social Media Marketing Services<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/diinfotech.com\/blog\/in-house-vs-agency-social-media-how-to-decide\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/diinfotech.com\/blog\/in-house-vs-agency-social-media-how-to-decide\/#Is_in-house_or_an_agency_cheaper_for_social_media\" >Is in-house or an agency cheaper for social media?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/diinfotech.com\/blog\/in-house-vs-agency-social-media-how-to-decide\/#How_many_people_does_it_take_to_run_social_media_in-house\" >How many people does it take to run social media in-house?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/diinfotech.com\/blog\/in-house-vs-agency-social-media-how-to-decide\/#When_should_a_small_business_choose_an_agency_over_one_hire\" >When should a small business choose an agency over one hire?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/diinfotech.com\/blog\/in-house-vs-agency-social-media-how-to-decide\/#Can_I_move_from_an_agency_to_in-house_later\" >Can I move from an agency to in-house later?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/diinfotech.com\/blog\/in-house-vs-agency-social-media-how-to-decide\/#What_is_a_hybrid_social_media_model\" >What is a hybrid social media model?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The choice between in-house vs agency social media is one of the first big decisions a growing business has to make. Hire one person and you get control and close knowledge of your brand. Hire an agency and you get a whole team. Neither option wins every time. We are a social media agency, so we will say this up front: for some businesses, hiring in-house is the smarter move. This guide helps you work out which group you belong to.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Model_Fits_Your_Business\"><\/span><b>Which Model Fits Your Business?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you only manage one or two platforms, post simple content and need quick responses, an in-house team may work better. An agency makes more sense when you need graphics, videos, paid ads and regular posts across several platforms. You can also combine both. Keep someone in-house to manage your brand voice and let the agency handle the larger tasks.<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-color: #000000; height: 203px;\" border=\"2\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 29px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 12.279%; height: 29px; text-align: center;\"><b>Model<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.3281%; height: 29px; text-align: center;\"><b>Best for<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 50.3929%; height: 29px; text-align: center;\"><b>Main risk<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 58px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 12.279%; height: 58px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In-house<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.3281%; height: 58px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simple content, one or two platforms and quick replies<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 50.3929%; height: 58px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One person may not have every skill. Work can also slow down during leave or illness.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 58px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 12.279%; height: 58px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agency<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.3281%; height: 58px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multiple platforms, video creation, design and paid ads<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 50.3929%; height: 58px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The team may take time to understand your brand voice and respond to briefs.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 58px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 12.279%; height: 58px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hybrid<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.3281%; height: 58px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Businesses that want in-house brand knowledge with outside expertise<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 50.3929%; height: 58px; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poorly defined responsibilities can lead to repeated work.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_an_In-House_Social_Media_Manager_Can_and_Cant_Do\"><\/span><b>What an In-House Social Media Manager Can (and Can&#8217;t) Do<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An in-house social media manager works directly with your team. They know when a product changes, understand your customers and are familiar with how your business communicates. They also know who approves content. If someone leaves a comment that needs attention, they can often reply within minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The challenge is finding one person who can handle everything well. Social media involves planning, writing, graphics, video editing and running ads. Not everyone has all these skills. When one person takes on too much, some tasks may suffer, and the workload can become overwhelming.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apart from the salary, there are other costs to consider:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scheduling, design and reporting tools<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular training to keep up with platform changes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Someone to handle the work during leave or illness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time spent hiring and training a new employee, sometimes for weeks or months<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your time spent checking content and managing the work<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hiring in-house makes sense if your content needs are simple, your brand voice needs someone who knows the business closely, or your customers expect replies within an hour.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_a_Social_Media_Agency_Brings_to_the_Table\"><\/span><b>What a Social Media Agency Brings to the Table<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hiring a social media agency means you get a team instead of relying on one person. Most agencies have people handling strategy, content writing, design, video editing and reporting. You get access to these skills for a monthly fee, and the work doesn&#8217;t stop just because someone is on leave.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agencies can often get started sooner than a new employee. Since they manage different accounts, they&#8217;re also familiar with changing platform trends, new content formats and what works for other businesses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But there are a few things to consider. The agency won&#8217;t be working from your office, so you&#8217;ll need to explain your brand and expectations clearly in the beginning. Some agencies also reuse templates, which can make posts look similar across brands. Your account manager matters too, so find out who&#8217;ll handle your work before signing up.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An agency is worth considering if you need regular content across several platforms, plenty of graphics or videos, and someone to manage paid ads alongside organic posts. But if you only post a few times a month and enjoy managing social media yourself, hiring an agency may not be necessary.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_Comparison_In-House_vs_Agency_in_India\"><\/span><b>Cost Comparison: In-House vs Agency in India<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When comparing costs, don&#8217;t look at just the salary or agency fee. There&#8217;s more to consider.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hiring an in-house social media manager means paying a salary, along with expenses for tools, training and someone to cover during leave. You&#8217;ll also spend time managing their work, and finding the right person could take weeks or months. An agency, on the other hand, usually charges a monthly fee that covers its team, tools and training. It may also start work within days or weeks. Instead of depending on one person&#8217;s skills, you get access to a wider team.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A lower salary might seem cheaper at first, but the extra expenses can narrow the difference. An agency isn&#8217;t always the better deal either. If you need its full range of services, the fee may be worth it. But for just a few posts each month, you could end up paying for services you barely use.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Hybrid_Model_Who_Does_What\"><\/span><b>The Hybrid Model: Who Does What<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A hybrid model means you keep one person in-house and work with an agency for the rest. Many businesses end up here after trying both options on their own.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The key is a clear split of tasks. Here is one way to divide the work:<\/span><\/p>\n<table border=\"2\" style=\"border-color: #000000;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Task<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Usually owned by<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social media strategy and monthly plan<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agency<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brand voice and final approval<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In-house person<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Design and video production<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agency<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Posting and scheduling<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Either agreed in advance<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replying to comments and messages<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In-house person<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paid social campaigns<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agency<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monthly reporting<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agency, reviewed together<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Write this split down and share it with both sides. When nobody knows who owns a task, work gets repeated or dropped.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Questions_to_Help_You_Decide\"><\/span><b>5 Questions to Help You Decide<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not sure which option suits your business? Think about these five questions and see whether your answers favour in-house, agency or hybrid.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>What do you want from social media?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you mainly need someone to manage comments and customer conversations, in-house may work better. For leads and sales through paid ads, an agency with advertising experience could be a better choice.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>How many platforms and posts do you need?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Managing one or two platforms with fewer posts is possible in-house. But if you&#8217;re posting videos across three or more platforms, you&#8217;ll likely need a team. If you&#8217;re unsure where to start, read our guide on which platform your business should focus on.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Does your team have enough time and skills?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If your marketing person can only spare a few hours each week, getting outside support may be more practical.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>How quickly do you need to respond?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If customers expect replies the same day, keeping communication in-house makes sense. You can still let an agency handle content creation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>What&#8217;s your actual budget?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Don&#8217;t just compare salary and agency fees. Include the cost of tools, training and the time you&#8217;ll spend managing the work.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>How to read your answers:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If most answers favour one option, that&#8217;s a good place to start. If they&#8217;re divided, a hybrid approach may work better.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Which Model Works for Your Type of Business?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Local service business<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (like a clinic or salon): In-house or hybrid may be a better fit. Customers often expect quick replies, and building trust locally matters.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>E-commerce brand:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you need regular product designs, videos and paid ads, an agency or hybrid team can handle the workload better.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Professional services or B2B:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Having someone in-house who understands your business and manages LinkedIn works well. An agency can support them with content and reporting.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Small team or startup:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you only post a few times a month and the founder likes handling social media, there&#8217;s no need to hire an agency yet. Consider one when the work becomes too much for one person.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mistakes_to_Avoid_Before_You_Hire_or_Sign\"><\/span><b>Mistakes to Avoid Before You Hire or Sign<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Not owning your accounts.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You should always hold admin access to your pages and ad accounts, whether you hire a person or an agency.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Having no agreed measures.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Likes feel good, but agree on leads, website visits or enquiries from day one.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Signing a vague contract.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Check the notice period, what happens to your content and logins if you leave, and who pays for ad spend.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hiring before you have a plan.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A new hire without a strategy will spend months guessing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Judging results too early.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Give any model at least 90 days before you decide it is not working.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Choose_DI_Infotech_for_Social_Media_Marketing_Services\"><\/span><b>Why Choose DI Infotech for Social Media Marketing Services<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Need more from social media than just regular posts? At DI Infotech, we help businesses turn their social media efforts into a clear, goal-focused plan. As a Delhi-based digital marketing agency, our social media marketing services in Delhi cover strategy, content creation and paid ads based on your audience and business needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Already have an in-house team? We can work alongside them too. We&#8217;ll agree on what matters to your business, such as customer enquiries, and share monthly reports to track progress. Your social media accounts always remain in your name.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want to explore your options? Check out our<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/diinfotech.com\/services\/social-media-marketing-agency-in-delhi\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">social media marketing services in Delhi<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <a href=\"http:\/\/diinfotech.com\/contact\/\">contact our team<\/a> to discuss your requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_in-house_or_an_agency_cheaper_for_social_media\"><\/span><b>Is in-house or an agency cheaper for social media?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hiring in-house may seem cheaper because the salary is often less than an agency&#8217;s monthly fee. But you&#8217;ll also pay for tools, training and leave cover, plus the time you spend managing the work. Compare what each option costs over a full year.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_people_does_it_take_to_run_social_media_in-house\"><\/span><b>How many people does it take to run social media in-house?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One person may be enough if you&#8217;re posting simple content on one or two platforms. But handling videos, designs, paid ads and daily customer replies across several platforms usually takes at least two people with different skills.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_a_small_business_choose_an_agency_over_one_hire\"><\/span><b>When should a small business choose an agency over one hire?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An agency may be a better choice if you need help with design, video and ads but don&#8217;t have the budget for a full team. It&#8217;s also worth considering if you need to get started quickly rather than spend months hiring.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_move_from_an_agency_to_in-house_later\"><\/span><b>Can I move from an agency to in-house later?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. Many businesses eventually bring their social media work in-house. Just make sure you have admin access to your accounts and copies of all content and reports. Allow at least a few weeks for the handover.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_hybrid_social_media_model\"><\/span><b>What is a hybrid social media model?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A hybrid setup means having someone in-house to look after your brand voice and customer replies while an agency handles strategy, content creation, ads and reports. 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