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Full-Service Advertising & Digital Marketing Agency | The Ad Agency

IT'S SIMPLE. WE HELP YOU

CREATE MORE

business.

OUR STORY

Your success is our success. We don't need any more motivation than that.

The Ad Agency is a full-service advertising and marketing agency known for our personal bottom-line approach, innovative creative work, and outstanding results. For over 25 years, we have helped businesses reach their goals on a national, regional, and local level. We have offices in Columbia, SC & Charleston, SC.

WHAT WE DO

With over 25 years of experience, we’ve helped brands grow by blending creativity with strategy. Our team builds campaigns that not only look good but deliver measurable results across digital and traditional platforms.

We specialize in consumer funnel development, ensuring your message reaches the right audience at the right time—whether through OTT/CTV advertising, e-commerce strategies, or full-scale digital marketing solutions.

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Here’s how we help your business grow:

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  • Digital Marketing & E-Commerce – Build high-converting campaigns and online sales platforms.

  • Consumer Funnel Development – Drive leads through awareness, engagement, and conversion stages.

  • OTT/CTV & Video Advertising – Connect with audiences on streaming platforms and digital TV.

  • Traditional Media Marketing – Blend broadcast, print, and digital for maximum reach.

  • Branding & Business Development – Position your brand for long-term growth and profitability.

  • Strategic Planning & Budgeting – Align campaigns with ROI-focused strategies.

WHO WE DO IT FOR

Over the past 25 years, we have worked with a lot of great clients. Our longevity in the industry is a direct result of our client's success. 

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About
Services

Marketing Strategy

We are a full-service marketing agency offering a wide range of solutions and strategies to help businesses of all sizes reach their goals.

Creative Development

We take care of your creative and strategic needs saving you time to focus on running your business to its full potential.

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Digital Advertising

We create digital campaigns that utilize multiple tactics, custom-created audiences, and ads that work. 

Media Planning & Placement

Planning and buying media is a lost art. It’s not always about numbers and ratings.

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Traditional Marketing

We have over 25 years of experience developing effective TV, outdoor, print, and radio strategies. 

Corporate Identity

Corporate identity packages are not individual products. They are organized plans designed to brand your business.

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Team

MEET OUR TEAM

The Ad Agency is a diverse group of experienced marketing professionals. Our team has over 150 years of combined marketing intellect. Time has been kind to us.

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Founder & President

Brad Kneece

Before founding The Ad Agency in 1996, Brad attained a Journalism / Advertising degree from USC. After graduation he worked for multiple media companies as a marketing and advertising sales representative. Today, he works directly with agency clients and oversees the daily operations of the company.

Clients
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Request Your Free, No Obligation Consultation.

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We’d love the chance to connect with you at your earliest convenience to explore how our expertise can support your advertising goals. Let us know your availability, and we’ll happily work around your schedule!

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