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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montréal, CanadaServices provided
See all 37 projectsOrizon Design is a web and UI/UX design company highly praised for its responsiveness, professionalism, and creativity. Across various reviews, 100% highlight their efficient project management and ability to deliver on time. Clients appreciate their ability to adapt to changing needs and their thorough understanding of design language, positioning them as a top choice for comprehensive design and development projects.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Krk, CroatiaServices provided
See all 12 projectsBB Agency is a renowned design and branding company excelling in web design, branding, UX/UI, and digital strategy, particularly for B2B SaaS companies. The reviews showcase their exceptional creativity, with 100% positive feedback emphasizing their ability to blend innovative design with strategic thinking. Reviewers frequently appreciate their seamless project management and collaborative approach, with 50% highlighting their impressive ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work. The company is praised for its attention to detail and proactive communication, making them a trusted partner for transformative projects.
$75,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Houston, TXServices provided
See all 16 projectsBlackribbit is a branding and marketing agency known for its expertise in developing comprehensive brand identities, strategic marketing plans, and user-friendly websites. Across the reviews, clients consistently praised the company's professionalism, attention to detail, and effective communication, with a 100% satisfaction rate noted in the feedback. Blackribbit's collaborative approach and ability to deliver projects on time and within budget emphasize their reliability and effectiveness in meeting diverse client needs.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Roanoke, VA
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Firm Foundations Marketing is a branding firm headquartered in Roanoke, Virginia. They offer Branding and Marketing Strategy and were founded in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Campinas, Brazil
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V2B Marketing - Advertising Agency and Digital Mkt, an Advertising and graphic design company, was founded in 2008. The team focuses on Advertising and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CAServices provided
See all 9 projectsNUEX Creative is a versatile branding and web development agency known for its expertise in logo design, brand strategy, packaging, and comprehensive digital marketing solutions. Clients consistently praise their project management skills and ability to exceed expectations, with 100% expressing satisfaction in areas of creativity, responsiveness, and results. NUEX Creative's adaptability and client-focused culture make them a preferred choice for businesses across various industries.
$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249London, EnglandServices provided
See all 49 projectsDuck.Design is a design agency specializing in UI/UX, website redesign, and branding services. The feedback on their work is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% of reviewers praising their professionalism, timely delivery, and creativity. Themes across reviews highlight their ability to understand business needs, enhance user engagement, and deliver high-quality design solutions efficiently, although some mentioned time zone challenges.
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Annapolis, MDServices provided
See all 39 projectsContrast & Co. is a branding and creative agency known for delivering comprehensive brand identity solutions, web development, and marketing strategies. The company consistently receives positive feedback for its project management and creative output, with over 80% of reviews highlighting its strong communication and alignment with client goals. Clients frequently commend them for their strategic approach and ability to transform complex ideas into compelling visual and verbal narratives.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond, VA
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Event Marketing and graphic design company FrontLine Exhibits focuses on Event Marketing and Graphic Design. They were established in 1992.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Winston-Salem, NC
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Shapiro Walker Design is an Advertising company. They are headquartered in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and have small team. Their team focuses on Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerChelsea, MA
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Launched in 2013, CPR Creative is a graphic design agency. The team offers Graphic Design and Marketing Strategy and is based in Chelsea, Massachusetts.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Syracuse, NY
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Located in Syracuse, New York, Salt City Signs is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Syracuse, NY
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In Syracuse, New York, Kassis Superior Signs Inc is a small Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Redfern, AustraliaServices provided
See all 61 projectsCUT THRU is a branding and creative agency specializing in brand strategy, identity, and marketing solutions. Their clients have praised their innovative, responsive, and professional approach, with 100% satisfaction across reviews. Approximately 70% of reviewers highlighted their strategic insight and creativity as standout qualities. CUT THRU is recognized for delivering projects on time and adapting to clients' evolving needs.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Ciudad de México, MexicoServices provided
See all 14 projectsSUBE Digital Agency is a digital marketing company specializing in lead generation, SEO, and content creation. The agency receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with clients praising their punctuality, expert team, and ability to deliver measurable results such as increased traffic and conversion rates. Approximately 90% of reviews highlight their effective communication and tailored services, indicating strong customer satisfaction.
$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Poznań, PolandServices provided
See all 28 projectsHuman Creative is a web design and branding agency known for delivering modern, user-friendly websites and cohesive brand identities. Consistently praised for creativity and responsiveness, they have achieved high client satisfaction, as evidenced by positive feedback in 100% of their reviews. Clients commend their ability to translate visions into compelling designs and their commitment to high-quality deliverables, with minor suggestions for improvement in project management and technical precision.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Syracuse, NY
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Absolute Sign & Awning is a small Syracuse, New York-based graphic design company. Their services include Graphic Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9East Syracuse, NY
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Mahan Signs is a graphic design company. They are located in East Syracuse, New York, and their services include Graphic Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Syracuse, NY
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Bob's Signs, a graphic design agency, specialize in Graphic Design and Advertising. They were founded in 2000.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Syracuse, NY
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Urban Earth Graphics, a branding firm, specializes in Branding and Graphic Design. The company is located in Syracuse, New York.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Syracuse, NY
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Established in 2006, Plus Sign & Graphics is a small Syracuse, New York-based graphic design company. Their services include Graphic Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Liverpool, NY
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Based in Liverpool, New York, Voss Signs LLC is a graphic design company. They offer Graphic Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Charlotte, NC
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Launched in 2005, Southpark Interiors is an Interior Design company. Their services include Interior Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cardiff , Wales
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White Sky Creative is a branding company. They were established in 2011, and their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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Mind To Media is a graphic design company. Their small team of employees is located in Boston, Massachusetts. Their team focuses on Graphic Design and Corporate Photography.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Malden, MA
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Founded in 1980, SignArt Inc is a graphic design company. The small team provides Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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Broadview Marketing is a graphic design company. The company is in Boston, Massachusetts. Their services include Graphic Design and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9București, Romania
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GRAPHIS ADVERTISING SRL is a graphic design company. Their small team is headquartered in București, Romania. Their services include Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9București, Romania
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VIZAL is a graphic design company. They are located in București, Romania and have small team. Their team focuses on Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9București, Romania
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Aimee is a small București, Romania-based graphic design agency and Event Management company. The team focuses on Graphic Design and Event Management.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Janesville, WI
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Fetch Graphics, LLC is a graphic design agency. They are located in Janesville, Wisconsin and have small team. They provide Graphic Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Anaheim, CA
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Icon Signs is an Advertising and graphic design agency. Their small team is located in Anaheim, California. Their services include Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249São Paulo, Brazil
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Midsize Digital Strategy company Blinks, is headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. The team offers Digital Strategy and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Anaheim, CA
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Advertising and graphic design agency Outdoor Dimensions is based in Anaheim, California. Their services include Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerGöteborg, Sweden
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Established in 2016, LP Design is a graphic design company. The team provides Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization and is in Göteborg, Sweden.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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BostonGraphix is a branding company and graphic design agency. The Boston, Massachusetts-based team offers Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cercado de Lima, Peru
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Launched in 2005, Espacio Visual is a branding company and graphic design agency. The company provides Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Roseville, CA
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Marquee Media Solutions, an Advertising company, is in Roseville, California. Launched in 2014, the team provides Advertising and Graphic Design.
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Founded in 1998, MuncyWeb Design & Unique Marketing is a small Tobaccoville, North Carolina-based Corporate Photography company. Their services include Corporate Photography and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Above All Advertising, Inc., a print design company, was launched in 2002. The team offers Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Attleboro, MA
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Graphic design agency Guiding Light Productions, Inc. Was launched in 2004. The small team offers Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Budapest, Hungary
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Based in Budapest, Hungary, Nyom6 Kkt. Is a graphic design agency and SEO company. Launched in 2005, the team provides Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dublin 7, Ireland
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Oracle Pictures is a video production agency. Their small team is headquartered in Dublin 7, Ireland and offers Video Production and Graphic Design. The company was launched in 2013.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Oxnard, CA
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V3 Printing, a print design company and Direct Marketing company, was founded in 1946. The team provides Print Design and Direct Marketing and is located in Oxnard, California.
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Branding agency Quint Studio is located in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Launched in 2009, the team provides Branding and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Caracas, Venezuela
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Myselfteam is a call center company and graphic design agency. Launched in 2017, the team focuses on Call Center Services and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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Marketing Eye is a graphic design agency. They offer Graphic Design and Marketing Strategy and were founded in 2004.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerStratford, England
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Paradox Web Design London Stratford is a branding company. They are based in Stratford, England and have small team. Their services include Branding and Print Design.
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Green-Eyed Designs is a branding agency. They are headquartered in Lewisville, North Carolina, and their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bilbo, Spain
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Ouidesign is a small branding firm. Established in 2009, the team focuses on Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBilbao, Spain
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Aidearte · design studio, a graphic design agency, was established in 2015. They specializes in Graphic Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lexington, MA
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Lexington Graphics, Inc. Is a graphic design company. They are based in Lexington, Massachusetts and have small team of experts. Their services include Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Gothenburg, Sweden
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Ehrenstråhle is an Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Graphic Design, and the company is in Gothenburg, Sweden.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Rome, NY
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Cathedral Corporation, a Direct Marketing company, is based in Rome, New York. They specialize in Direct Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bilbao, Spain
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Publicidad Pregón, an Advertising company, was established in 1952. They provides Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Winston-Salem, NC
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Advertising and graphic design company Image360 Winston-Salem North NC was established in 2006. The team specializes in Advertising and Graphic Design and is in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Woburn, MA
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Wrap Solutions, an Advertising and graphic design company, was launched in 2003. The team focuses on Advertising and Graphic Design and is in Woburn, Massachusetts.
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Be Bold Studios is a Liverpool, England-based branding firm. Their services include Branding and Corporate Photography.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Santiago, Chile
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Established in 2017, Spacio Grafico is a Corporate Photography company. The small team provides Corporate Photography and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249London, England
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37.8/40.019.2/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49București, Romania
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Gdańsk, Poland
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Sofia, Bulgaria
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Camden, NJ
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Santa Monica, CA
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Dover, DE
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Conshohocken, PA
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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39.1/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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34.4/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Warszawa, Poland
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39/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Dover, DE
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38.2/40.020/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Lisboa, Portugal
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33.9/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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31.5/40.018/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249McKinney, TX
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38.1/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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38/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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36.7/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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31.3/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Oakland Park, FL
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Budapest, Hungary
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37.8/40.018/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Digital Design50% Product Design
Design Agency FAQs
Looking for a design agency but not sure where to start? We've put together answers to the most common questions businesses ask when searching for a trusted partner. This FAQ covers what you need to know before hiring a design agency, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
Clutch highlights firms delivering solutions across the UI/UX, branding, product, and visual design disciplines twice a year based on a proprietary methodology. The top design agencies for Fall 2025 include:
Design agencies specialize in a variety of creative solutions. Most full-service design firms handle different projects such as:
- Brand identity and logo creation
- Website and UI/UX design
- Print and packaging design
- Motion graphics and illustration
- Design audits and strategy workshops
Specialized agencies may focus on a single niche (e.g., product design or interior branding) while larger studios provide end-to-end creative support, including development and marketing collateral.
Design agencies translate business goals into visual experiences. Their extensive teams research your brand, audience, and competitors, then craft assets—such as websites, logos, or product interfaces. They create compelling visual assets that communicate your message clearly and consistently. Beyond aesthetics, agencies focus on usability and brand differentiation to drive engagement, conversions, and loyalty.
Common metrics include conversion rates, time on page, reduced bounce rates, and engagement scores. Design agencies may conduct A/B tests, track analytics dashboards, and compare performance before and after redesigns to quantify value.
According to data gathered by our team at Clutch, most design projects fall under $10,000, while hourly rates typically range $25 – $49. Budgets vary based on several crucial factors including scope, complexity, and region. Expect higher costs for multi-disciplinary teams, advanced animations, or rapid timelines. As always, make sure to request an itemized quote that details deliverables, revision rounds, and licensing rights.
Selecting the right design agency isn’t an easy task, especially considering the factors to consider and countless agencies in the market. Start by reviewing portfolios that match your industry and style preferences. Confirm the following points:
- Proven results (top-quality output, case studies, metrics)
- Clear communication and feedback loops
- Transparent pricing and timelines
- Cultural fit with your team
Shortlist 3–5 agencies, interview each, and compare proposals before signing an agreement.
Ignoring warning signs leads to more problems for you than returns on your investment. Be observant and beware of agencies that may have any of the following red flags:
- Guarantee specific ROI without data
- Reuse templates without customization
- Are vague about ownership of source files
- Avoid showing references or full project details
- Charge hidden fees or skip written contracts
- Can we review your portfolio and speak with past clients?
- Who will be on our project team, and what are their roles?
- How many revision rounds are included?
- What is your process for meeting deadlines and milestones?
- Which design tools and collaboration platforms do you use?
- Who owns the final source files and intellectual property?
Freelancers are ideal for single, well-defined tasks (e.g., a one-off logo) and tight budgets. Moreover, design agencies bring multidisciplinary teams—brand strategists, UI/UX designers, developers—capable of handling complex, long-term projects. While full-scale service providers cost more, they offer built-in project management, scalability, and a broader skill set.