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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Burke, VA
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CDR Communications, Inc is a branding agency. They were established in 1984, and their services include Branding and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Blindtiger Design is a branding company in Seattle, Washington. They provide Branding and Market Research and were launched in 2013.
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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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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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The IPY Agency, a small public relations company, is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Their services include Public Relations and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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In Yokohama, Japan and Brooklyn, New York, BEIGE is a video production agency. They focus on Video Production and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Morgantown, WV
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Application development company Media Foundations LLC provides Mobile App Development and Web Development. They are based in Morgantown, West Virginia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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MSD is a Marketing Strategy company. Their team is located in New York, New York. The company specializes in Marketing Strategy and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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MetalMark is a Packaging Design company. They are headquartered in New York, New York. Their team specializes in Packaging Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Graphic design company Strong Studio was launched in 2006. The agency offers Graphic Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Irvington, NY
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Established in 2001, Flood Creative is a small Packaging Design company. Their services include Packaging Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Advertising company Remerinc is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Graphic design agency Colorola Studios is based in Los Angeles, California. They specialize in Graphic Design and Branding and were launched in 2000.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fishkill, NY
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Momentum Advertising & Design is a print design company. The team is headquartered in Fishkill, New York, and their services include Print Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Located in New York, New York, Communal Creative is a small graphic design agency. Their services include Graphic Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Trans4media is a Marketing Strategy company. Based in Seattle, Washington, the team provides Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Circus Maximus is a Marketing Strategy company. Their small team is based in New York, New York and specializes in Marketing Strategy and Advertising. The agency was established in 2013.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Culver City, CA
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Located in Culver City, California, BARÚ Advertising is a small Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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UTÖKA, Inc. Is a graphic design agency. The small Atlanta, Georgia-based team specializes in Graphic Design and Branding. The firm was launched in 1996.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York., NY
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Solid Branding is a small Packaging Design company founded in 2016. Their team provides Packaging Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Long Island City, NY
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Dash Design is a Packaging Design company. The team is located in Long Island City, New York, and their services include Packaging Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Russell Communications Group, a PR company, is based in Los Angeles, California. They provide Public Relations and Advertising and were founded in 1981.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portland, OR
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The Study is a Portland, Oregon-based graphic design company. Their services include Graphic Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Burlington, VT
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Urban Rhino is a video production agency. They were established in 2005, and their services include Video Production and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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ApertureOne, a video production company, was launched in 2013. The team offers Video Production and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mesa, AZ
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Graphic design agency ACTIVATE DESIGN LLC provides Graphic Design and Branding. They are in Mesa, Arizona.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Urbandale, IA
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Branding company McLellan Marketing Group is in Urbandale, Iowa. The team provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Indianapolis, IN
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Located in Indianapolis, Indiana, Thunderlight Studios, Inc is a small branding agency. Their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Owensboro, KY
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Red Pixel Studios is a branding agency. The Owensboro, Kentucky-based agency focuses on Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Austin, TX
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CAMIO PR LLC is a small PR firm. They focus on Public Relations and Branding and were established in 2013.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tucson, AZ
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Strategic Growth Advisors is a small Tucson, Arizona-based Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Eugene, OR
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Launched in 2009, Oslund Design is a branding company. The team provides Branding and Graphic Design and is based in Eugene, Oregon.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Englewood, CO
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Harmony Design is a small Englewood, Colorado-based graphic design agency. The team focuses on Graphic Design and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Des Moines, IA
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Launched in 2013, 818 is a small branding firm. Their services include Branding and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ankeny, IA
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Advertising company julsdesign was founded in 1992. The team offers Advertising and Branding and is in Ankeny, Iowa.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dallas, TX
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In Dallas, Texas, O&H Brand Design is a branding firm. Their services include Branding and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lexington, KY
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Branding firm Greenfield Graphic Design was established in 2006. The small team provides Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Tangram Design is a small graphic design company launched in 1996. Their services include Graphic Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Hollywood, CA
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ERNST is a Product Design company. They are headquartered in West Hollywood, California and have small team. They offer Product Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ames, IA
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Established in 2010, Rippke Design, a small branding agency, is headquartered in Ames, Iowa. Their team focuses on Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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SKOOG Productions LLC is a public relations company headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. They offer Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Russell Creative is a graphic design company. The small San Diego, California-based team offers Graphic Design and Branding. The company was founded in 2010.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portland, OR
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Riley Research Associates is a Market Research company. The team focuses on Market Research and Branding, and the firm is in Portland, Oregon.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boise, ID
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CSF Design is a small graphic design company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. The team focuses on Graphic Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Topeka, KS
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Friesen Design is a branding company. Their small team is located in Topeka, Kansas. Their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Concordia, KS
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Wildside Creative is a graphic design agency based in Concordia, Kansas. Launched in 2005, the team specializes in Graphic Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Based in San Diego, California, DigitalBiz is a small Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Monroe, CT
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Magas Media Consultants is a media planning and buying agency. They are based in Monroe, Connecticut and have small team of experts. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Tiny Team LLC is a small branding agency. Their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Graphic design agency Image Factory is located in San Diego, California. The team offers Graphic Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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In Los Angeles, California, Wilbur Concept is a small Product Design company. The team specializes in Product Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Glendale, CA
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National Forest is a Glendale, California-based Advertising company. The team offers Advertising 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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$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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$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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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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37.5/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 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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37.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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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.