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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Provo, UT
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CleanTelligent Software, a custom software development firm, is headquartered in Provo, Utah. Founded in 2003, the team specializes in Custom Software Development and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Portland, OR
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Established in 2003, Synapse Interactive is a branding company. Based in Portland, Oregon, the team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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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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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Walnut Creek, CA
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Hexa Book Marketing is a branding agency established in 2023. The team focuses on Branding and Marketing Strategy and is in Walnut Creek, California.
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$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Dallas, TX
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Based in Dallas, Texas and Austin, Texas, The Richards Group is an Advertising company. Established in 1976, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Naples, FL
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Addalign is a branding agency. They provide Branding and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2023.
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Reno, NV
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Amplify Relations is a branding firm headquartered in Reno, Nevada. They specialize in Branding and Graphic Design and were established in 2009.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49West Palm Beach, FL
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Moving Minds is a West Palm Beach, Florida-based branding company. They focus on Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Woodbridge, VA
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See all 15 projectsKadeau is a branding agency specializing in Brand Identity Development, Brand Strategy, and Visual Identity Design, offering services such as logo design and website development. Across their reviews, clients consistently commend Kadeau for effective communication and timely delivery, with over 80% highlighting their strong understanding of brand needs and creative approach. Clients appreciate their responsive project management and holistic brand solutions, positioning Kadeau as a preferred partner for corporate branding initiatives.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Yorba Linda, CA
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Headquartered in Yorba Linda, California, Futurebound Studio is a branding company. Founded in 2024, the team offers Branding and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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Howling Hound Marketing, a branding firm, is located in Scottsdale, Arizona. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Solazzo Designs is a small branding agency. Founded in 2020, the team focuses on Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Grand Rapids, MI
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Branding Loud And Clear is a branding agency based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. They provide Branding and Web Design.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9St. Louis, MO
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RYSE is a Digital Strategy company. Launched in 2018, the team focuses on Digital Strategy and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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After Comma, a PR company, is based in Los Angeles, California. They specialize in Public Relations and Advertising and were established in 2024.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Nashville, TN
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MediaTree Marketing & Advertising is a branding agency. Their small team of employees is in Nashville, Tennessee. Their team focuses on Branding and Public Relations.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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Launched in 1995, SOHO Media Group is an Advertising company. Based in Hendra, Australia and Atlanta, Georgia, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bay Lake, FL
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CreativeOwl is a web design company launched in 2019. The firm provides Web Design and Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9York, PA
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Cut Once, Inc., an Advertising company, is headquartered in York, Pennsylvania. They focus on Advertising and Branding and were launched in 2008.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Honolulu, HI
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THEORY is a branding company. Established in 2010, the team provides Branding and Content Marketing. The company is in Honolulu, Hawaii.
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Culver City, CA
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Launched in 2018, Ghostpistols, a small Advertising company, is based in Culver City, California. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Taylorsville, KY
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Manik Marketing Co. Is a small web design agency established in 2016. Their services include Web Design and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Branding agency Tome Brand Studio was founded in 2022. The team specializes in Branding and Web Design.
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Greenville, SC
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Up&Up, an UX agency, is in Greenville, South Carolina. The team specializes in UX/UI Design and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Oakland, CA
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Hurricane Images Inc. Is a video production company. Headquartered in Oakland, California, their small team provides Video Production and Corporate Photography. The agency was established in 2007.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Mission Viejo, CA
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Xentina Digital Group is a SEO company. Their small team is based in Mission Viejo, California and specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design. The firm was launched in 2004.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Greenville, SC
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Advertising company Ghost Brands is headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina. The team provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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MC Squared, an Advertising company, was established in 1992. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Boston, MA
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Fort Point Design is an UX company founded in 2001. The company provides UX/UI Design and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Springfield, MO
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Calibrate Digital Marketing is a Springfield, Missouri-based Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tempe, AZ
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Established in 2006, Splinter is a graphic design company. Their services include Graphic Design and Print Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Franklin, VA
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Insercorp is a web design agency established in 2007. Their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Jacksonville, FL
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Based in Jacksonville, Florida and London, England, Vizarchs is an Architectural Design company. They specialize in Architectural Design and Interior Design and were established in 2008.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Reno, NV
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Red Planet Creative, a web design agency, was launched in 2003. The small team specializes in Web Design and Graphic Design.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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Creative Tonic is a branding agency. Their small team is headquartered in Austin, Texas and provides Branding and Web Design. The company was established in 2009.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Wilmington, DE
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The Barn is a branding company. They are based in Wilmington, Delaware, and their services include Branding and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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Jacobs Agency is a branding company. They are located in Chicago, Illinois, and their services include Branding and Print Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Troy, MI
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Real Integrated is a Troy, Michigan-based branding company. The team provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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PR agency Revolution PR is headquartered in Seattle, Washington and Portland, Oregon. They specialize in Public Relations and Branding and were established in 2002.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Raleigh, NC
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ClickCulture is a branding company. The Raleigh, North Carolina-based team provides Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cedar Rapids, IA
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Headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, JWMorton is a branding agency. Their services include Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Carlsbad, CA
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Comet Creative is a small branding firm located in Carlsbad, California. The team specializes in Branding and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fairfield, NJ
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Launched in 1950, TURCHETTE - Brand Marketing & Public Relations is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hopkins, MN
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Other Marketing company Creative Resources was launched in 1995. The team provides Other Marketing and Branding and is based in Hopkins, Minnesota.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Cherry Hill, NJ
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Clearbridge Branding Agency, a branding company, was established in 2015. The company specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Arlington, MA
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Giftsenda is an Email Marketing company. They are located in Arlington, Massachusetts and have small team of experts. Their services include Email Marketing and Branding.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49South San Francisco, CA
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Advertising company Wiki Specialist INC is headquartered in South San Francisco, California. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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Launched in 2015, Team is a graphic design company. The team provides Graphic Design and Branding and is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Wayne, PA
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Expert Business Development LLC is a Business Consulting company. The firm is headquartered in Wayne, Pennsylvania. Their services include Business Consulting and Sales Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Located in New York, New York, Leadoff Studio is a Product Design company. Their services include Product Design and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Macungie, PA
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Quadrazon, a branding company, is in Macungie, Pennsylvania. They provide Branding and Digital Strategy.
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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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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New Gloucester, ME
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$10,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Littleton, CO
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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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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.