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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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Pensacola, FL
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Launched in 2014, HIP Creative Inc. Is a small branding agency. Their services include Branding and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Westwood, MA
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Launched in 2012, Blue Phoenix Creative is a Marketing Strategy company. The small team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Web Design.
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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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Nashville, TN
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Launched in 1999, Webconsuls, LLC, a small SEO agency, is located in Nashville, Tennessee and Los Angeles, California. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Wichita, KS
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Launched in 2009, Cassandra Bryan Design is a small Wichita, Kansas-based SEO agency. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Oakland, CA
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Based in Oakland, California, Ellipses is a social media marketing firm. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Virginia Beach, VA
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Small graphic design agency Rubin Communications Group, is based in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Their services include Graphic Design and Video Production.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Glendale, CA
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Branding agency Caspian Services was established in 2001. In Glendale, California, the team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Colorado Springs, CO
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UZU Media is a SEO company established in 2011. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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Lead Optimize is a small Marketing Strategy company located in Houston, Texas. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Detroit, MI
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Inbound Lead Solutions is a branding agency. The Detroit, Michigan-based company focuses on Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Moorestown, NJ
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Launched in 1994, Hypno Design is a small graphic design agency. Their team focuses on Graphic Design and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Brandamos is a Digital Strategy company established in 2010. Their team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bartlett, TN
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Founded in 1979, Kelley & Associates Advertising, a small SEO company, is headquartered in Bartlett, Tennessee. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Bend, OR
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Small Advertising company BN Branding, is in Bend, Oregon. The team focuses on Advertising and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boise, ID
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Oasis Interactive, LLC, a graphic design company, is based in Boise, Idaho. They offer Graphic Design and Logo and were founded in 2006.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Columbia, SC
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HLJ Creative, LLC is a small Logo company. They provide Logo and Graphic Design and were launched in 2011.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Manheim, PA
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Founded in 1999, RedX Web Design is a web design agency. The small team specializes in Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9El Paso, TX
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Founded in 2009, Troxell Web Design is a small web design agency. Their team provides Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Wyomissing, PA
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Established in 2011, Power Marketing International, LLC is a small SEO services firm. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Woodstock, GA
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Sugar Five Design is a web design company. Located in Woodstock, Georgia, the firm specializes in Web Design and Logo.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Miramar, FL
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360WiSE is an Advertising company established in 2013. The agency focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$75,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Tampa, FL
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Maya AI, a Market Research company, was established in 2021. They focuses on Market Research and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Washington, DC
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Branding firm One Media Digital Agency was launched in 2018. The company focuses on Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Apparel Kit is a Product Design company located in New York, New York. They offer Product Design and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Hauppauge, NY
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Baboo Digital is a Commercial Printing company headquartered in Hauppauge, New York. The team focuses on Commercial Printing and Print Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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Inflowlabs, a SEO services firm, offer Search Engine Optimization and Branding. They were founded in 2018.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Video production agency Brhyt™ was established in 2020. Located in Chicago, Illinois, the team focuses on Video Production and Branding.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hrFreelancerFort Worth, TX
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See all 1 projectsUmlaut Agency is a branding company specializing in brand identity and visual identity design, offering services like brand strategy and website creation. Clients appreciate their professionalism and value, with 100% positive feedback highlighting their ability to meet deadlines and articulate brand messaging effectively. Their expertise in brand development and corporate identity has been consistently praised by reviewers.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Tadpole Communications, LLC is a PR firm. Their small team is in Atlanta, Georgia. Their services include Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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See all 1 projectsNoah for Detailers is a marketing and branding agency that excels in brand identity development and corporate branding. They have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their impressive attention to detail and high-quality campaign execution. Additionally, they have demonstrated a remarkable 1,000% ROI in a marketing campaign, showcasing their effectiveness in brand strategy and marketing.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Coral Springs, FL
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Headquartered in Coral Springs, Florida, By ONTOP is a Business Consulting company. Their services include Business Consulting and Web Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerPortland, OR
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See all 2 projectsSara Arnold Copywriting & Creative is a freelance service specializing in copywriting and strategic content development. Clients consistently praise Sara's creativity, thorough research, and seamless project management. With 100% positive feedback, she is lauded for delivering high-quality content with minimal revisions, aligning well with brand strategies, and enhancing client engagement through effective communication.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Pembroke Pines, FL
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See all 1 projectsMule Media Inc is a digital marketing agency specializing in web development, social media management, SEO, and operational consulting. The reviews highlight their exceptional project management and high-quality work, with 100% positive feedback. Clients appreciate their responsiveness and comprehensive service offerings, including web design, POS integration, and marketing collateral creation.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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MedElite Agency is a web design company. The team is in New York, New York, and their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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Mindexa is a San Francisco, California-based branding firm. They offer Branding and Web Design and were established in 2015.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Casper, WY
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Digichanics, a web design company, is based in Casper, Wyoming. They provide Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Woodland, CA
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Modern Roots Marketing LLC is a branding agency. Headquartered in Woodland, California, their small team offers Branding and Content Marketing. The company was launched in 2018.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Piscataway, NJ
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Small Advertising company Brochurery, is based in Piscataway, New Jersey. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Healdsburg, CA
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Catch Creative, a Packaging Design company, was launched in 2005. The team provides Packaging Design and Branding.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Mosaic Black is a branding agency. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, their team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Material Studio is a small Chicago, Illinois-based UX design company. The team provides UX/UI Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Founded in 2020, The Media Lab is a small Advertising company. Their team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Jose, CA
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Strategy33 is a small branding agency launched in 2018. Their team offers Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Lutherville-Timonium, MD
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Pulp is an user experience company. They are located in Lutherville-Timonium, Maryland and have small team. They specialize in UX/UI Design and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Indianapolis, IN
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ZegMade Digital Partner, a small Content Marketing company, is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The team provides Content Marketing and Video Production.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Newark, DE
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ADWRLD L.L.C. Is a branding agency launched in 2017. The team specializes in Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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MediaChron is an Advertising company launched in 2017. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Orlando, FL
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Branding agency Melrose Figueroa Marketing Co. Is located in Orlando, Florida. They provide Branding and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2014.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Ann Arbor, MI
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Video production agency Cinematic Branding was founded in 2021. The agency focuses on Video Production and Advertising, and is small.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bryan, TX
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Headquartered in Bryan, Texas, Texas Media Foundry, LLC is a video production company. Founded in 2019, the team focuses on Video Production and Branding.
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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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$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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$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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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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$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.