Top New York Advertising & Design Agencies
New York is the historic heart of American advertising, from Madison Avenue holding companies to a deep bench of independent creative shops. 77 hand-picked advertising, branding, and digital design agencies in New York. 38 are currently hiring. Part of the Agency Showcase curated directory.
Last reviewed October 2026 · Hiring status checked October 1, 2026
77 hand-picked advertising, branding, and design agencies in New York, curated for the quality of their work rather than paid placement. 38 are hiring right now.
The New York agency landscape
The New York list is led by advertising agencies (38 of 77), followed by branding and identity studios (16) and digital product and UX shops (12). Among the 51 with a known founding year, the median is 2007, and the longest-running local shop is Ogilvy, founded in 1948. As of the latest careers check, 38 of them list open roles, a 49% hiring rate, in line with the directory-wide rate of 51%. Industry awards are on record for 39 of the 77, including COLLINS, Isle of Any, and Porto Rocha.
Figures describe the agencies listed on Agency Showcase, not the whole market. Hiring status checked October 1, 2026. See the full Agency Landscape report.
How agencies are chosen
Every agency here is picked by hand, and the work comes first: the quality, craft and originality of what a studio actually makes. Beyond that, the list weighs the strength of the case studies, reputation and industry recognition, the client roster, depth of specialization, the studio’s own brand and site, and sustained output over years rather than one lucky campaign. No one can pay for a listing or a better position. Sponsored cards, where they appear, are labeled and sit outside the curated list. Read the full methodology.
Frequently asked questions
How many advertising agencies are in New York?
Agency Showcase lists 77 hand-curated New York advertising, branding, and design agencies, 38 of which are currently hiring.
What are the top advertising agencies in New York?
Some of the most established New York agencies on Agency Showcase include nice&frank, Known, Rethink, Uncommon Creative Studio, and Zulu Alpha Kilo, chosen for the quality of their work, notable clients, and industry recognition. Browse the full list above to compare portfolios and profiles.
Which is the best advertising agency in New York?
There is no single best. It depends on your brand, budget, and the kind of work you need. Among the most awarded and established New York agencies in our directory are nice&frank, Known, and Rethink. Compare their work, clients, and recognition above to find the right fit.
Which New York agencies are hiring?
38 of the 77 New York agencies we list currently have open roles. They're marked with a green dot. See all agencies hiring now.
How are these New York agencies chosen?
Every listing is hand-curated based on the quality of the work. Agencies can be submitted through the site, but not every submission makes the cut.
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