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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Jonesboro, AR
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The Solutions Group of Jonesboro is a branding agency. They specialize in Branding and Marketing Strategy and are headquartered in Jonesboro, Arkansas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fayetteville, AR
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BLKBOX is a small Packaging Design company established in 2012. Their services include Packaging Design and Advertising.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Portland, OR
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Bolt Marketing Group is an Event Marketing company headquartered in Portland, Oregon. The team offers Event Marketing and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Idaho Falls, ID
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Porter Pro Media is a video production company. The team offers Video Production and Branding, and the company is headquartered in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Rockford, IL
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Advertising company Cain & Company was established in 1973. The firm offers Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Costa Mesa, CA
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IMW Agency is a branding firm. Founded in 1982, the team focuses on Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49North River, ND
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H2M Brand Haus is a North River, North Dakota-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lilburn, GA
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Branding company Carabiner Communications was founded in 2004. The small team offers Branding and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Charlotte, NC
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Arthur Elliott is an Advertising company. They were established in 2007 and specialize in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Rockford, IL
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GrahamSpencer is a branding firm. They focus on Branding and Event Marketing and are headquartered in Rockford, Illinois.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Alpharetta, GA
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Located in Alpharetta, Georgia, Hyperchat Social is a small branding company. The team provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49St. Louis, MO
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Launched in 2013, Grain Inc. Is a branding agency. The firm specializes in Branding and Logo, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49St. George, UT
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Incline Marketing Group, a branding firm, is based in St. George, Utah. Their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Las Vegas, NV
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Imagine Communications is a branding agency founded in 2000. The team focuses on Branding and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Worcester, MA
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InThink Agency, a branding firm, was established in 2015. The small team provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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Branding firm Creative Mischief was launched in 2007. The firm specializes in Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Plano, TX
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In Plano, Texas, TRIdigital Marketing is a branding firm. They offer Branding and Content Marketing and were established in 2014.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Charleston, SC
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Digital-Ignite LLC is a branding firm. They are headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina and have small team. Their team offers Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Salt Lake City, UT
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Redirect Digital is a Salt Lake City, Utah-based branding company. The team offers Branding and Advertising.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Kansas City, MO
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Make Digital is a branding firm founded in 2008. The firm offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Minneapolis, MN
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Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Shinebox is an Advertising company. Established in 2010, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Milwaukee, WI
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Branding firm First Station Media is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They specialize in Branding and Graphic Design and were established in 2011.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pewaukee, WI
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Affirm Agency, a small Advertising company, is located in Pewaukee, Wisconsin. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Maplewood, NJ
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Camares is a Digital Strategy company. Their team is in Maplewood, New Jersey. The agency specializes in Digital Strategy and Business Consulting.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Salinas, CA
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Moxxy Marketing is a branding company. The Salinas, California-based agency was launched in 2007. Their team focuses on Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49West Palm Beach, FL
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2TON is an Advertising company based in West Palm Beach, Florida and Delray Beach, Florida. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Orlando, FL
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Big Vision is a branding company established in 2014. The firm focuses on Branding and Advertising, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Launched in 1996, SPI Marketing is an Event Marketing company. The team focuses on Event Marketing and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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Matter Made is a small San Francisco, California-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$25,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Santa Monica, CA
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Launch Pop is a branding company. Their small team is in Santa Monica, California. Their services include Branding and Market Research.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49White Plains, NY
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Zagwear is a small White Plains, New York-based Other Marketing company. The team specializes in Other Marketing and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Lancaster, PA
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Infantree is a branding company. Headquartered in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, the agency offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Holladay, UT
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Branding firm Fluid22 is in Holladay, Utah. They provide Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Cleveland, OH
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Little Jacket is a small branding company located in Cleveland, Ohio. The team offers Branding and Advertising.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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The Darl, a branding agency, offer Branding and Digital Strategy. They were launched in 2019.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Irvine, CA
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Web Concepts Media is a branding company. Founded in 2001, the firm is based in Irvine, California. Their services include Branding and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Lindenhurst, NY
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Portadecor, a branding firm, was established in 2008. The agency focuses on Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Waco, TX
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Branding agency WSI internet patner was launched in 2007. The team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing and is headquartered in Waco, Texas.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Cheyenne, WY
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Located in Cheyenne, Wyoming, Strategy Achievers is a branding company. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Houston, TX
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INFINI Marketing is a branding agency. Located in Houston, Texas, the agency was established in 2016. Their team specializes in Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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Advertising company Tavern Agency was launched in 2022. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Walnut Creek, CA
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Wiki Professional Writing is an Advertising company. Their team is based in Walnut Creek, California. The company specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Coral Gables, FL
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Established in 2005, Markham Yard is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Levittown, PA
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Red Door Marketing Co is a branding agency. Their small team of employees is in Levittown, Pennsylvania. Their team specializes in Branding and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Richardson, TX
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See all 2 projectsEstablished in 2021, Brekkits stands as a testament to innovation and excellence in the realm of software solutions. Nestled in the heart of Texas, USA, our journey since inception has been marked
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Holden, MA
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See all 5 projectsKill the Ball Media is a branding and marketing company specializing in brand identity development and brand strategy. They receive overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers praising their hands-on approach and deep understanding of client needs. Clients commend their ability to transform brand identities, particularly in digital media, with personalized and impactful solutions.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Ooltewah, TN
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Jointley is a small Product Design company based in Ooltewah, Tennessee. The team specializes in Product Design and UX/UI Design.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Sugar Land, TX
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See all 1 projectsrad. offers web development, design services, and content marketing. Clients commend their commitment, adaptability, and ability to deliver valuable solutions tailored to client needs. However, feedback indicates that minor revisions sometimes experience delays, albeit communicated. Overall, rad. receives positive reviews for their professionalism and project management.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dothan, AL
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See all 1 projectsSMB Services offers website development, web design, and web application services. The overall feedback from reviews on Clutch.co highlights their collaborative approach and timely delivery, with clients appreciating their high ratings and effective virtual communication. The company received high praise for meeting project goals and delivering measurable outcomes.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Vernon Hills, IL
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Targeted Web Traffic is a Digital Strategy company. Located in Vernon Hills, Illinois, the company offers Digital Strategy and Advertising.
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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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$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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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.