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 - 9Redondo Beach, CA
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Webvoice, Inc. Is a Marketing Strategy company. Their small team of employees is based in Redondo Beach, California. Their team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Manhattan Beach, CA
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Established in 2002, Custom Promotional Communications (CPC) is a Customer Service Outsourcing company. The team provides Customer Service Outsourcing and Branding.
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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 - 9St. Petersburg, FL
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Marca is a branding agency. Their team is in St. Petersburg, Florida and offers Branding and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lubbock, TX
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FarisWheel Productions, a web design company, was established in 1996. They focuses on Web Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richardson, TX
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Innovent, an Event Marketing company, is in Richardson, Texas. They focus on Event Marketing and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Batavia, IL
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Reszel Industries, Inc. Is an Advertising company. The small Batavia, Illinois-based team specializes in Advertising and Branding. The agency was founded in 2004.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cleveland, TN
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Established in 2011, Fantacular Designs is a small social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Palm Harbor, FL
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Kaze Media, Inc., a small web design company, is based in Palm Harbor, Florida. Their services include Web Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond, VA
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RVA Media Group is a Marketing Strategy company. The small Richmond, Virginia-based team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Advertising. The company was launched in 2012.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Clearwater, FL
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Creative Crane, LLC, a branding agency, was established in 2017. The firm provides Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond, VA
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Whalehook is a Marketing Strategy company. They focus on Marketing Strategy and Advertising and were founded in 2018. The firm is located in Richmond, Virginia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Janesville, WI
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Fetch Graphics, LLC is a graphic design agency. They are located in Janesville, Wisconsin and have small team. They provide Graphic Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Glen Ellyn, IL
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Torch Creative is a Logo company based in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. They focus on Logo and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Louis, MO
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Hot in the Kitchen is a social media marketing company. Launched in 2009, the company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Irvine, CA
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Social media marketing company Beyond Marketing Group, LLC was launched in 2003. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Branding and is headquartered in Irvine, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Santa Monica, CA
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March Studio is a small Santa Monica, California-based Architectural Design company. The team focuses on Architectural Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Danville, CA
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Emerald Hinge Design, a branding company, was established in 2015. The team specializes in Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brentwood, CA
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Small branding firm Dream-it Design, is in Brentwood, California. Their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Danville, CA
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Muse Digital Group is a small branding agency. Established in 2018, the team specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Digital Ink Marketing is a small Advertising company located in New York, New York. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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OTTO NY is a web design company. Established in 2009, the team focuses on Web Design and Branding. The firm is headquartered in New York, New York.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Founded in 2012, Elucid Magazine is a print design agency. The team focuses on Print Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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3d Public Relations and Marketing is a PR agency headquartered in New York, New York. Launched in 2012, the team specializes in Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Press Here is a public relations company. They are based in New York, New York and have small team. They focus on Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Winston-Salem, NC
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Creative Edge Design, Inc. - NC is a branding company. They are based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and have small team of experts. Their services include Branding and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Santa Rosa, CA
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Catalyst Group LLC, a small Marketing Strategy company, is located in Santa Rosa, California. The team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lakewood, CO
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Branding agency MLH Services, LLC is headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado. The team provides Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lutz, FL
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VC Solutions JV, LLC VC Solutions is a Business Consulting company established in 2014. The small team provides Business Consulting and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Raleigh, NC
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Changeative, INC. Is a social media marketing firm. Founded in 2018, the agency provides Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Valdosta, GA
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Dixon, Elton Enay Designs, a branding firm, is headquartered in Valdosta, Georgia. Founded in 2005, the team specializes in Branding and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Dalyn Miller Public Relations, LLC is a public relations agency. Their team is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The company provides Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Turner+Valladares is a branding agency. Their small team of employees is located in New York, New York. Their team focuses on Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Milwaukee, WI
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Branding Hatch, a branding firm, is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They focus on Branding and Graphic Design and were launched in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Charlotte, NC
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In Charlotte, North Carolina, Page2studio is a small branding company. Their services include Branding and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Margate, FL
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Brand Brokers is an Advertising company. Based in Margate, Florida, their small team specializes in Advertising and Branding. The company was launched in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Myers, FL
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Launched in 2016, The Wilson Marketing Firm, LLC is a SEO services firm. Headquartered in Fort Myers, Florida, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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Founded in 2015, Hire For Website is a small San Antonio, Texas-based branding company. Their team focuses on Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Greenwich, CT
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Hendricks Consulting and Company is a branding firm founded in 2019. The agency specializes in Branding and Direct Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Anchorage, AK
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Ikonic Public Relations, LLC., an Advertising company, was established in 2019. The company focuses on Advertising and Branding, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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Founded in 2010, Lifecycle Corporation is a small Market Research company located in Baltimore, Maryland. Their team specializes in Market Research and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Media, PA
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Packaging Design company Hardworking Packaging LLC was established in 2015. The small team focuses on Packaging Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boise, ID
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18Ninety Creative is a branding company. Launched in 2016, the team provides Branding and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Established in 2015, The Pinecone Project is a branding firm. Their team offers Branding and Content Writing Services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sausalito, CA
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étage, inc. Is a branding firm launched in 2015. The firm provides Branding and Advertising, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pompton Lakes, NJ
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CMM Strategic Communications is a Pompton Lakes, New Jersey-based branding agency. Launched in 1996, the team offers Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Doylestown, PA
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Aksquared-websites is a small Doylestown, Pennsylvania-based web design agency. The team focuses on Web Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Small Content Marketing company GB Brand Partners, is based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Their services include Content Marketing and Content Writing Services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Middletown, DE
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Cogneve is a SEO company. They were established in 2019, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Sales Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9White Plains, MD
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Quality Printers is a small print design company launched in 1982. Their team provides Print Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wolcott, CT
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STRIKING IDEAS LLC is a Business Consulting company. Their small team is located in Wolcott, Connecticut. Their services include Business Consulting 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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39.8/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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39.4/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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38.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New Gloucester, ME
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38.7/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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36.5/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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
60% Branding40% Other
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.