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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond, VA
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Pixelstrike Creative LLC is a graphic design company. They offer Graphic Design and Branding and were founded in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Upland, CA
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Ad America is a web design agency. The team specializes in Web Design and Branding, and the company is located in Upland, California.
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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 - 9Whittier, CA
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562CREATIVES Design Firm is a small Advertising company. Founded in 2013, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vista, CA
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Jewel Web & Design is a Vista, California-based graphic design agency. Launched in 2008, the team offers Graphic Design and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jerusalem, Israel
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Beyondesigns is a website development company established in 2010. The small team specializes in Web Development and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Topeka, KS
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Rumor Marketing is a branding company. They were launched in 2013 and focus on Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Newport Beach, CA
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Small graphic design agency WGroup Create Web Design Irvine, is located in Newport Beach, California. The team specializes in Graphic Design and Web 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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CEB Design Studio, a Logo company, was launched in 2012. The small team provides Logo and Web Development.
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Small print design agency Alif Arts, is in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Print Design and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sacramento, CA
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REAL BRAND MARKETING, a branding company, provides Branding and Social Media Marketing. The company is headquartered in Sacramento, California.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Bondi Junction, Australia
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Social media marketing agency Victoria Eve. & Co was founded in 2020. The company focuses on Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Crystal Lake, IL
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Founded in 2013, Nex Gen Dynamics, a small graphic design company, is in Crystal Lake, Illinois and Chicago, Illinois. Their team offers Graphic Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Inertia Soft (Pvt) Ltd is an IT staff augmentation company founded in 2019. The agency offers IT staff augmentation and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Mumbai, India
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In Mumbai, India, Scenic Communication is a small PR agency. Their services include Public Relations and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9South Brisbane, Australia
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Little Middle is a video production agency launched in 2020. The team provides Video Production and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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Digital Mashup, a Conversion Optimization company, was launched in 2013. The team specializes in Conversion Optimization and E-Commerce Development and is based in Lahore, Pakistan.
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Bear Knight Marketing is a social media marketing firm. Based in Audubon, New Jersey, their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$25,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Niagara Falls, Canada
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In Niagara Falls, Canada, & Good Company is a branding firm. Their services include Branding and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Navi Mumbai, India
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See all 1 projectsJS CREATIONS AND ENTERTAINMENT specializes in comprehensive website development, content writing, photography, marketing, branding, promotions, graphics work, and social media management. Reviews emphasize their dedication, transparency, and effective project management, which resulted in significant lead generation and brand establishment. Clients appreciate their innovative approach and 24/7 support, highlighting their ability to deliver high-quality work on time.
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SNR Creative is a branding agency in Houston, Texas. Their services include Branding and Email Marketing.
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Poseek is a small branding agency based in Toronto, Canada and Hong Kong. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Social media marketing firm Digilocal is located in Mumbai, India. Launched in 2015, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Temperance, MI
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Advertising company Card Advertising, Inc. Is headquartered in Temperance, Michigan. The team specializes in Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Milwaukee, WI
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Rivera & Associates, Inc. Is a Marketing Strategy company launched in 1997. The team provides Marketing Strategy and Public Relations.
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Markkinointisankarit Oy is a branding agency. Based in Helsinki, Finland, the team specializes in Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Cincinnati, OH
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Brick Solid Brands, a small branding agency, is in Cincinnati, Ohio. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ahmedabad, India
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Launched in 2020, Altertab Solutions is a small Ahmedabad, India-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Marketing Turf is a SEO company. They are based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and have small team of experts. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Founded in 2004, Twisted Pixels is a website development firm. The company specializes in Web Development and E-Commerce Development, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jonesboro, AR
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Simple Spark, an Advertising company, was launched in 2016. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding and is in Jonesboro, Arkansas.
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Cast Net Digital is a Blockchain Marketing company founded in 2022. The team specializes in Blockchain Marketing and Branding and is in Houston, Texas.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Acclaimbiz is a Digital Strategy company headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. They offer Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sheffield, England
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Small Digital Strategy company The Sheffield Marketing Co, is headquartered in Sheffield, England. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Hendersonville, NC
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Social media marketing company Idenyo Studio is located in Hendersonville, North Carolina. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Launched in 2018, Long Story Short is a Fractional CFO Services company. The team provides Fractional CFO Services and Advertising and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada and New York, New York.
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A. P. Human Resources Consulting, LLC, a HR Consulting company, was founded in 2020. They provides HR Consulting and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Anglet, France
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OWLBLACK/TIC PARTNER is a social media marketing agency. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and is headquartered in Anglet, France.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cape Coral, FL
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MM Brands, a branding firm, is in Cape Coral, Florida. Established in 2015, the team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Walpole, MA
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Boston Signs and Graphics is an Advertising company founded in 2024. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vadodara, India
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Antrix Web Solution is a social media marketing firm. The team is headquartered in Vadodara, India and Vadodara, India, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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Grey Matter Direct is a SEO company. Launched in 2014, the firm is in Mount Laurel Township, New Jersey and Roanoke, Virginia. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Bold Communications is a Content Marketing company. The Diamond Springs, California-based firm was founded in 2022. Their team provides Content Marketing and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Karachi, Pakistan
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Technicodes is a small branding firm based in Karachi, Pakistan. Their services include Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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Established in 2020, Solution World 24x7: Digital Service Provider is a web development firm. In Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India, the team specializes in Web Development and Branding.
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Crest Digital Studios, a Marketing Strategy company, was founded in 2022. The company provides Marketing Strategy and Graphic Design, and is small.
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Tracel, a website development company, is based in Riga, Latvia. The team offers Web Development and E-Commerce Development.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Makati, Philippines
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PIXEMPLARY is a social media marketing company. They are based in Makati, Philippines and Iloilo City, Philippines and have small team. They provide Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Casablanca, Morocco
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Bright Promation, a small branding company, is in Casablanca, Morocco. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Rise Communications Company is a Washington, District of Columbia-based PR company. They offer Public Relations and Graphic Design and were founded in 2022.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Established in 2012, Yardstick Marketing Management is a public relations firm. The team offers Public Relations and Media Planning & Buying.
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List of the Best Design Agencies Across the World
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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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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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$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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$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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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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$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
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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.