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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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Destinee Design, a branding firm, is in Madison, Wisconsin. Their services include Branding and Web Design.
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Melody Fulone Design is a web design agency. Headquartered in Manchester, New Hampshire, the agency was launched in 2019. Their services include Web Design 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 web redesign, UI/UX, branding, and marketing collateral development. Across their reviews, 100% of clients praise their professionalism and responsiveness, with frequent commendations for their innovative design solutions and efficient project management. Approximately 88% of reviewers highlight improvements in user engagement and conversion rates as key outcomes of Duck.Design's work.
$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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Nouchka, a graphic design agency, was established in 2020. The company offers Graphic Design and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Amersfoort, Netherlands
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Video production company Indall B.V. Specializes in Video Production and Digital Strategy. They are based in Amersfoort, Netherlands.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Benin City, Nigeria
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First Guide LLC is an e-commerce development firm. Their small team is based in Benin City, Nigeria. Their services include E-Commerce Development and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancer
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Ammar Sohail, a website development firm, was founded in 2024. The company offers Web Development and Social Media Marketing.
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See all 3 projectsDigital Upway offers web development, graphic design, email marketing, SEO, PPC, and social media management services. Reviews highlight the company's professionalism, effective communication, and high-quality deliverables. Clients appreciate Digital Upway's understanding of their needs, timely updates, and cost-effective solutions, although there were minor suggestions for hiring more staff for timely project completion.
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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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Dandenong South, Australia
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Established in 2022, Innovate Digital is a small Dandenong South, Australia-based website development company. Their services include Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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See all 1 projectsDiscover the power of effective digital marketing strategies with Digi Gyapan, your trusted partner in Sonipat. As a reputable agency, we specialize in delivering tailored solutions that encompass
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Islamabad, Pakistan
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See all 1 projectsSafa Tech Solutions specializes in web development, graphic designing, and digital marketing services. The reviews highlight their professionalism, timely delivery, and strong project management skills. Clients praise their innovative approach, technical expertise, and commitment to customer satisfaction, noting significant improvements in website traffic, conversion rates, and search engine rankings. A minor suggestion for improvement includes more detailed initial timelines to enhance project planning.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Founded in 2019, Alexander & Neighbour, a small Digital Strategy company, is based in London, England. Their services include Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Omaha, NE
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Established in 2006, Brandscapes is a branding agency. Their team provides Branding and Graphic Design.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Manchester, NH
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Established in 2018, Aesthetic Communications and Advertising LLC is a small Advertising company. Their team specializes in Advertising and Broadcast Video.
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Infinite Marketing, Inc. Is a branding firm. Founded in 2018, the company offers Branding and Event Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Milano, Italy
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Social Horizon Marketing is an Advertising company established in 2019. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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Disrupt Ordinary Marketing is a small East Islip, New York-based branding agency. The team specializes in Branding and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Karlovac, Croatia
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Midori d.o.o. Is a small Karlovac, Croatia-based social media marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Victoria, Canada
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Concise Media is a Market Research company founded in 2020. The agency specializes in Market Research and Digital Strategy.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Argaka, Cyprus
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Animations-Maschine LTD is a small Argaka, Cyprus-based video production company. Their services include Video Production and Product Design.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Based in San Diego, California, iQe is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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Who is Your Webguy is an Advertising company. The Mountlake Terrace, Washington-based team specializes in Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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3IT Solutions is a software development company based in Karachi, Pakistan. Their services include Custom Software Development and Digital Strategy.
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Launched in 2022, Advanz Digital Marketing is a branding company. The team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Cyber Connection LLC, a social media marketing firm, provide Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing. They were launched in 2020.
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P. Cube Digital LLC, a SEO company, is headquartered in Sterling, Virginia and Khulna, Bangladesh. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Graphic Design and were launched in 2019.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Bloemfontein, South Africa
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Founded in 1997, QuickSolve is a Digital Strategy company. The team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Ikeja, Nigeria
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Aceall technologies, a branding agency, focus on Branding and Social Media Marketing. They were established in 2022.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Sucy-en-Brie, France
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Based in Sucy-en-Brie, France, Smart Agency is a small SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Branding.
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Qtechnology Solutions is a social media marketing firm. Established in 2015, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Visual Insights Outsource, an Advertising company, is in Davao City, Philippines. Their services include Advertising and Graphic Design.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Rajshahi, Bangladesh
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RankTiS - Digital Solutions, a small website development company, is in Rajshahi, Bangladesh. The team specializes in Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Mumbai, India
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Launched in 2019, EXSITEMENT, a small branding agency, is in Mumbai, India. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Conectate L.L.C. Is a Marketing Strategy company. They are based in Idaho Falls, Idaho and have small team. They provide Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Belfast, Northern Ireland
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AY, a branding agency, is located in Belfast, Northern Ireland. They specialize in Branding and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Cape Town, South Africa
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On The Run, a branding agency, was launched in 2018. The team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing and is located in Cape Town, South Africa.
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Chickenango Marketing Solutions is a PR company. Their small team of employees is in Mead, Colorado and McKinney, Texas. Their team provides Public Relations and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Orem, UT
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Founded in 2024, Axiom Tech Systems is a web development company. The firm focuses on Web Development and Marketing Strategy, and is small.
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Kumkuat Agency is a Video Marketing company. Launched in 2023, the team focuses on Video Marketing and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Noida, India
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Brey Digital is a branding company launched in 2023. The company focuses on Branding and Content Marketing, and is small.
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Pump Creative is a small Content Marketing company founded in 2022. Their team focuses on Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Nairobi, Kenya
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Sabertooth Marketing is a Content Marketing company established in 2020. The company focuses on Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Tylertown, MS
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Launched in 2017, Beyanbee is a small Tylertown, Mississippi-based Advertising company. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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Dashing Properties Inc. Is a branding agency headquartered in Irvine, California. They focus on Branding and Social Media Marketing and were launched in 2014.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Karachi, Pakistan
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Axtech Solution, a branding firm, is in Karachi, Pakistan. They specialize in Branding and Digital Strategy and were launched in 2023.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9New Delhi, India
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Adsterix Digital is a branding agency. Established in 2025, the team offers Branding and Digital Strategy.
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Launched in 2005, Become, a small branding firm, is headquartered in Lakeland, Florida. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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The Pen Tool Design is a Corporate Photography company. They are based in New Delhi, India and have small team of experts. Their services include Corporate Photography and Branding.
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The Artistic Genie, a small SEO services firm, is headquartered in Karachi, Pakistan. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Aalim Technologies is a small social media marketing company in dubai, United Arab Emirates. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design.
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Kode Digital Australia is a small social media marketing company based in -, Australia. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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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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39.2/40.020/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Gdańsk, Poland
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38.8/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Sofia, Bulgaria
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26.1/40.018.2/20 Reviews1.4/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Santa Monica, CA
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37.3/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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36/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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36.4/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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38.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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37.3/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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.