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What is DCA?
Department of Creative Affairs (DCA) helps marketers find and work with the right independent agencies.
We combine research and editorial insight with agency discovery, matching and hands-on advice to help you understand your options and choose the right partners.
Who is DCA for?
DCA is for marketers looking for agency support and independent agencies looking to reach prospective clients. Whether you have a specific brief, need help understanding your options or want to make your agency’s expertise more visible, DCA can help.
What does DCA Verified mean?
A DCA Verified agency has completed our detailed profile and verification requirements, including three client references collected directly by DCA. This gives us more evidence about its experience, capabilities and how it works. Verification supports your assessment of an agency, but does not guarantee the outcome of an engagement.
How does DCA keep agency recommendations focused on the client’s needs?
Our agency recommendations are always based on fit for the client’s requirements, whether you use DCA online or work with our consultancy team.
Agencies pay for richer profiles, verification and greater visibility. Paid status can influence the order in which equally suitable agencies appear online, but it does not make an unsuitable agency eligible for recommendation or override a stronger fit.
We do not take commission on agency appointments or a percentage of the work awarded. Consultancy fees are agreed with the client, and our advice is guided by their brief, budget and objectives.