Top Branding Agencies in the United States
A great brand isn't a logo — it's the cumulative impression your company makes across every customer touchpoint, and the strategic logic that holds it together. U.S. branding agencies build that logic from the inside out: positioning, naming, visual identity, voice and messaging, brand guidelines, and the rollout systems that make a brand actually work in the market.
Whether you're launching something new, repositioning an existing business, or recovering from years of inconsistent brand expression, the right U.S. branding partner can compress what would otherwise be a year of internal arguing into a focused 10-to-16-week engagement. Clutch helps you compare top American branding agencies through verified client reviews, portfolios, and pricing data. Filter by budget, industry, and service scope, and explore related directories:
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$10,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 33 projectsTaillight is a branding agency specializing in brand identity development, brand strategy, and visual identity design. They have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with approximately 100% of reviewers highlighting their expertise in transforming brand positioning and delivering strategic solutions. Clients consistently commend Taillight for their collaborative approach, impressive project management, and ability to create unique, scalable brand identities that resonate with audiences.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 71 projectsThe Bureau Of Small Projects is a branding and marketing agency specializing in services such as brand development, logo design, and corporate identity. Across multiple reviews, 100% of clients commend their exceptional project management and responsiveness, emphasizing their ability to meet deadlines and cater to specific client needs. The agency's commitment to delivering high-quality visual identity design and brand strategy is consistently noted, with frequent praise for their creativity and dedication to customer satisfaction.
$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 14 projectsSavage Creative is a branding agency specializing in brand strategy, visual identity design, and corporate branding. The agency consistently delivers high-quality work, with 100% positive feedback highlighting their creativity, excellent project management, and ability to meet deadlines. Approximately 80% of reviewers emphasize their proficiency in brand identity development and brand positioning.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 32 projectsTakt is a branding and marketing agency that excels in brand strategy, corporate identity, and visual identity design. Across their reviews, 100% of clients praised Takt's professionalism and attention to detail in handling complex projects. Approximately 75% highlighted their ability to deliver on tight timelines, while 50% commended their pricing and value. Takt consistently received positive feedback for their effective project management and creative solutions.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9East Wenatchee, WA
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BLIND RENAISSANCE, INC., a branding firm and graphic design agency, was launched in 1972. Headquartered in East Wenatchee, Washington, the team specializes in Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Stillwater, OK
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Established in 2012, Naming House is a small branding firm. Their services include Branding and Logo.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 47 projectsQream is a branding and marketing agency specializing in brand identity development, visual identity design, and brand positioning. Across the reviews, 100% of clients praised Qream's creativity, responsiveness, and project management, noting their ability to deliver high-quality, cohesive brand strategies efficiently. Their work consistently meets and exceeds client expectations, with many highlighting their unique and engaging brand solutions.
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 29 projectsXhilarate is a branding and marketing company specializing in brand identity development, corporate branding, and visual identity design. With an impressive 100% positive feedback from reviewers, Xhilarate is praised for its innovative brand strategy and exceptional project management. Clients often highlight their creative approach and ability to align with client needs, making them a trusted partner in brand development and strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kissimmee, FL
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The Cult Branding Company, a small branding company, is headquartered in Kissimmee, Florida. The team specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Louisville, KY
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Small branding agency and web design agency ADFX LLC, is in Louisville, Kentucky. The team offers Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Palm Beach, FL
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At Large PR and Marketing is a small branding company in West Palm Beach, Florida. The team specializes in Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lexington, KY
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Digital Blue Beagle is a small branding firm in Lexington, Kentucky. The team specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Oelwein, IA
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Kerns Company is an Advertising and branding agency in Oelwein, Iowa. They specialize in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Detroit, MI
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Brand Echo Media Solutions is a small branding firm based in Detroit, Michigan. The team offers Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Farmington Hills, MI
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Porter One Design, a branding firm, is based in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Launched in 2006, the team offers Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Milwaukee, WI
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Established in 1995, Retailworks, Inc. Is a branding firm and Interior Design company. The agency focuses on Branding and Interior Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Millburn, NJ
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New Frontier. Is a Millburn, New Jersey-based Advertising and branding agency. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Aspen, CO
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Launched in 2016, ZGMAD is a branding agency and Direct Marketing company. Headquartered in Aspen, Colorado, the team specializes in Branding and Direct Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9North Arlington, NJ
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NJ Ad Club is an Advertising and branding company launched in 1958. The team provides Advertising and Branding and is located in North Arlington, New Jersey.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Basking Ridge, NJ
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Advertising and branding company AMA New Jersey was founded in 1944. The small team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pequot Lakes, MN
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Seriously Fun Marketing Group is a branding company launched in 2007. The agency offers Branding and Web Design, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Minneapolis, MN
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Falls Agency is a small branding company and Event Management company. They provide Branding and Event Management and were established in 1982.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hanover, NJ
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WorkplaceDiversity.com, an Advertising and branding company, provide Advertising and Branding. They were established in 1999.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Minneapolis, MN
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Dschwen LLC. Is a small branding firm and video production company founded in 2003. Their team focuses on Branding and Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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In Las Vegas, Nevada, Business Marketing Services is a small branding company and Marketing Strategy company. The team focuses on Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Drex is a small Las Vegas, Nevada-based branding agency and Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Anchorage, AK
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In Anchorage, Alaska, Endeavor Creative is a branding company. They offer Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Little Silver, NJ
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Launched in 1998, Connor Communications is an Advertising and branding agency. The agency provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Marquette, MI
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Shelafoe Designs is a branding agency headquartered in Marquette, Michigan. The team focuses on Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Billings, MT
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Logotype Promotions is an Advertising and branding company. Founded in 2016, the firm focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Dovetail solutions, a branding firm and PR company, is located in Denver, Colorado and Boulder, Colorado. They provide Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kansas City, MO
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Established in 1999, Evenergy is a branding firm and Event Marketing company. In Kansas City, Missouri, the team offers Branding and Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jersey City, NJ
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Advertising and branding firm Corcreative Group was launched in 2010. The small team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9East Windsor, NJ
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Zullo Agency is an Advertising and branding company. They specialize in Advertising and Branding and are in East Windsor, New Jersey.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Indianapolis, IN
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SD advertising is a branding agency. They specialize in Branding and Marketing Strategy and were established in 1985.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Eau Claire, WI
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Satellite Six, a branding firm and web design company, was launched in 2010. Located in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, the team offers Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Davidson, NC
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Mervil Paylor Design, a small branding agency and graphic design company, is based in Davidson, North Carolina. The team focuses on Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Irban Group is a branding agency and Marketing Strategy company. Their small team of employees is located in Atlanta, Georgia. Their team offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Burlington, VT
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Studio J Creative LLC is a branding agency and web design agency launched in 2005. The team focuses on Branding and Web Design and is in Burlington, Vermont.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cedarburg, WI
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Based in Cedarburg, Wisconsin, Henke and Associates is a small branding firm. The team offers Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Eau Claire, WI
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Hookd Promotions is a branding firm. The Eau Claire, Wisconsin-based team provides Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Arlington, VA
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Eleven Eleven PR, a branding firm and PR firm, was established in 2013. They specializes in Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9El Paso, TX
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Lara & Company Creative is a branding firm and Business Consulting company. The El Paso, Texas-based agency was founded in 1989. Their services include Branding and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lake Geneva, WI
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Initial Designs LLC is a branding firm headquartered in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Launched in 1994, the team offers Branding and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Greensboro, NC
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Branding firm Thompson Creative Inc focuses on Branding and Direct Marketing. They are headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Elkhart, IN
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Established in 1985, Todd Allen Design, a small Advertising and branding firm, is located in Elkhart, Indiana. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Caledonia, WI
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Established in 2004, BrewFest Partners is a branding agency and Event Marketing company. Based in Caledonia, Wisconsin, the team specializes in Branding and Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Alexandria, VA
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In Alexandria, Virginia, PWR.HOUSE Consulting is a small Advertising and branding agency. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Union City, NJ
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Small Advertising and branding firm Batres Creative Solutions, is located in Union City, New Jersey. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Morristown, NJ
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Sparxfly, an Advertising and branding company, was established in 2008. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Petersburg, FL
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Located in St. Petersburg, Florida, Allen Harris Design, Inc. Is a branding company. They focus on Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Park Ridge, IL
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Tim Turbett is a branding company and Marketing Strategy company headquartered in Park Ridge, Illinois. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Winston-Salem, NC
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CCL Branding, a small Advertising and branding firm, is headquartered in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Provo, UT
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Branding agency and Digital Strategy company Art+War was founded in 2017. The small team offers Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond, VA
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Inussi Marketing is a branding agency and Marketing Strategy company. They are in Richmond, Virginia and have small team of experts. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond, VA
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Advertising and branding agency EVERGIB was launched in 2015. The team offers Advertising and Branding and is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
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List of the Top 15 United States Branding Companies
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$10,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Oakland, CA
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$75,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$75,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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39.3/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Annapolis, MD
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39.2/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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38.9/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Littleton, CO
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New Gloucester, ME
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$75,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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38.6/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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37.8/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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38.5/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9New York City, NY
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37.5/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Portland, OR
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Oakland, CA
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37.1/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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37.1/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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36.8/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Pacifica, CA
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36.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Brevard, NC
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36.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Berkeley, CA
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36.2/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Milwaukee, WI
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36.1/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Pasadena, CA
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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35.7/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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35.7/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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35.7/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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35.6/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$75,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Houston, TX
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35.6/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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U.S. Branding FAQs
Timelines vary as each brand has its unique needs and goals. Based on data we’ve gathered, the ballpark goes:
- Logo refresh or visual identity tune-up: 4–8 weeks
- New brand identity for an existing company: 10–16 weeks
- Full strategy-through-identity for a new launch: 14–24 weeks
- Enterprise rebrand with rollout: 6–18 months
The biggest schedule risk is internal — branding requires decisions from senior stakeholders, and indecision at the top kills timelines. Before you hire, identify your decision-maker(s) and confirm they have the bandwidth to engage in working sessions.
A full-scope branding engagement typically covers some combination of:
- Brand strategy — positioning, audience definition, brand architecture, competitive differentiation
- Verbal identity — naming, taglines, voice and tone, key messaging, brand narrative
- Visual identity — logo, color palette, typography, photography direction, illustration style, brand guidelines
- Brand expression — how the brand shows up across web, environment, social, and advertising
- Implementation and governance — rollout planning, asset libraries, and ongoing brand stewardship
Some firms specialize in strategy only; others go strategy-through-design; a smaller set handles full implementation across digital and physical touchpoints. Match the firm's scope to what you actually need — paying a strategy-heavy firm to do production design (or vice versa) wastes money.
Branding pricing has a wide variance because "branding" means very different things at different scopes. Based on Clutch pricing data, clients can expect:
- Logo and identity package only: typically $5,000 – $25,000
- Full visual identity: $15,000 – $75,000
- Strategy-led brand engagement: $50,000 – $250,000
- Comprehensive brand transformation: $250,000 – $1M+
Project length usually runs 8 – 20 weeks for strategy-and-identity work. Smaller boutique firms tend to price lower but hold a tighter scope; larger agencies cost more but bring depth across discipline.
Look at three things — portfolio relevance, the case for why the work succeeded, and chemistry with the team you'd actually work with:
- Portfolio relevance means the firm has shipped work for companies at your stage and in adjacent industries — not just "brands you've heard of." -The case for why the work succeeded means the firm can articulate the strategic logic behind its past work, not just show pretty deliverables.
- Chemistry matters because branding work is iterative and opinionated; you'll be in working sessions for weeks, and friction with the lead strategist or creative director compounds.
Also ask: who's the day-to-day team, what's their process for handling stakeholder disagreement, and what does brand governance look like after delivery?
- No strategy phase. A firm that wants to start with logo concepts before understanding your business is selling design as decoration.
- Portfolio that all looks the same. Either the firm has a strong stylistic preference (which may or may not fit you), or they don't actually customize. Either way, ask.
- Vague or non-existent guidelines deliverable. Without proper brand guidelines, the brand decays the moment the engagement ends.
- No examples of brands they've shipped that are still in the market. A portfolio of unaired pitches is a warning sign.
- Reluctance to talk about projects that didn't work. Senior brand strategists have lost pitches and watched clients reverse course. A firm that pretends otherwise is editing too hard.
Don’t settle for less when it comes to nurturing your brand. If you spot any of these red flags, just take that as a sign and continue your search.