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:
• Branding Agencies in Los Angeles
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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 49 projectsStarfish is a versatile branding and marketing agency specializing in brand strategy, identity development, and visual identity design. Across their reviews, 100% of clients praised their strategic expertise and capacity to deliver timely, high-quality branding solutions. Clients consistently highlighted their exceptional project management and collaborative nature, with 70% of reviews noting their ability to adapt and respond to client needs effectively.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Phoenix, AZ
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LAVIDGE is a Marketing Strategy company. In Phoenix, Arizona and Phoenix, Arizona, the firm specializes in Marketing Strategy and UX/UI Design.
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Launched in 2000, HYFN is an Advertising company. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California and New York, New York, the team offers Advertising and Graphic Design.
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$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.
$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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Indianapolis, IN
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Torchlite PRM is a SEO agency. They are based in Indianapolis, Indiana and have midsize team of experts. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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Slack and Company is a midsize Chicago, Illinois-based SEO agency. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Pompano Beach, FL
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BrandStar, a SEO agency, provide Search Engine Optimization and Web Design. They were founded in 1995.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Scottsdale, AZ
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Founded in 2009, Tallwave, a midsize UX design company, is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. Their team focuses on UX/UI Design and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Rochester, NY
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Launched in 2008, Wordprax Ltd. Is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toledo, OH
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Hanson Inc. Is an Advertising company launched in 1991. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$25,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Chattanooga, TN
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True North Custom is a Chattanooga, Tennessee-based Advertising company. They specialize in Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Orlando, FL
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See all 1 projectsNeurona Agency specializes in creating e-commerce platforms integrated with inventory systems for automotive companies. Overall feedback highlights their excellent project management, timely deliveries, and effective communication. Clients particularly praise Neurona Agency's scrum process and design capabilities, indicating high satisfaction with their services.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerThornton, CO
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See all 2 projectsIntricate Designs is a versatile graphic and web design company led by Arlene, known for delivering high-quality branding, marketing materials, and web solutions. Reviews highlight the company's responsiveness, creativity, and professionalism, with 100% positive feedback emphasizing Arlene's ability to understand and fulfill client needs effectively. Clients commend her flexibility, budget-friendly services, and significant contributions to increased engagement and professional presentation.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Boulder, CO
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Launching Labs Marketing is a web design company. Based in Boulder, Colorado, the agency was founded in 2017. Their services include Web Design and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, WA
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Reign is a Vancouver, Washington-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Broadcast Video.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerPhoenix, AZ
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See all 1 projectsJustingenious is a web design and hosting company that emphasizes personalized service and strong client relationships. The company has consistently delivered satisfactory results, as evidenced by 100% positive feedback. Clients appreciate their seamless workflow and the personal attention given to projects, highlighting their ability to manage design preferences effectively.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Sausalito, CA
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See all 2 projectsTHERMOSTAT is a design company specializing in packaging and collateral design. Reviews indicate a high level of satisfaction, with 100% positive feedback, highlighting Shawn's expertise in design and project management. Clients emphasize the company's artistic sensibility and attention to detail, resulting in successful outcomes and seamless collaboration.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Newark, DE
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Web Technology Expert LLC is a branding firm. They are based in Newark, Delaware. Their team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lakewood, CO
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Odegard & Company, a Marketing Strategy company, was established in 2022. The team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Business Consulting.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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See all 5 projectsCaptains of Industry is a branding and marketing firm specializing in brand development, corporate branding, and brand strategy. They received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers praising their industry expertise and commitment to going above contractual obligations. Clients reported significant business growth, attributing $25 million in revenue and 3,000 customer engagements to Captains of Industry's comprehensive services.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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Founded in 1995, Portent is a Content Marketing company. Located in Seattle, Washington and , the team specializes in Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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SEO company MN2S was established in 1995. The company provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Based in Los Angeles, California and Fort Lauderdale, Florida, C&I Studios is a video production agency. They provide Video Production and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2006.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lynn, MA
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Custom Designs Boxes is a Packaging Design company. The Lynn, Massachusetts-based agency was established in 2015. Their services include Packaging Design and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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Bmymarketer is a web design company. In Chicago, Illinois, their small team offers Web Design and Video Production. The agency was established in 2017.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Madison, WI
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Web design company Greenleaf Media is located in Madison, Wisconsin. Launched in 1998, the team focuses on Web Design and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Fort Collins, CO
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See all 1 projectsMadwire is a marketing and advertising company. Based on the provided review, the feedback is overwhelmingly negative, with the client experiencing overcharging, incomplete projects, and ineffective workflow. The review highlights issues with accountability and lack of responsiveness, particularly regarding unreturned funds and samples, underscoring a need for truth in advertising.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Sacramento, CA
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See all 1 projectsDoes Your Business Need a Boost? Are you ready to grow to another level? Using latests strategies in the areas of digital marketing, traditional marketing and branding, our marketing consulting
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Skygate Media is a mobile app development firm established in 2005. The agency specializes in Mobile App Development and Web Development, and is small.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Philadelphia, PA
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SEO services firm BrainDo was launched in 2013. The small team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Lowell, MA
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INDUSTRY11 is a Lowell, Massachusetts-based web design agency. The team specializes in Web Design and Web Development.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Ralston, NE
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Eleven Twenty-Three is a branding company. Established in 2013, the company is located in Ralston, Nebraska. Their team focuses on Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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Launched in 1988, CIVILIAN Agency, a small Marketing Strategy company, is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Their team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Irvington, NY
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FAI Design Group is a Packaging Design company. They offer Packaging Design and Branding and were launched in 1998. The company is located in Irvington, New York.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Tacoma, WA
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Jay is a branding firm. Founded in 1970, their team specializes in Branding and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Email Marketing company Messina was launched in 2004. The team focuses on Email Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49El Segundo, CA
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LAUNCH DRTV is a small El Segundo, California-based video production company. The team offers Video Production and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Minneapolis, MN
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Folklore Digital, an user experience design agency, provide UX/UI Design and Branding. They were founded in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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Mosaic - Indianapolis, IN is a video production company founded in 1995. Their team provides Video Production and Advertising.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Princeton, NJ
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Mota9 Creative Group is a branding agency. The small Princeton, New Jersey-based team offers Branding and Digital Strategy. The company was founded in 2011.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Detroit, MI
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D/CAL is an Advertising company. Their small team is located in Detroit, Michigan and Vista, California. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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TheMediaSocialites is a branding company. They are headquartered in Dallas, Texas and have small team. They specialize in Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Detroit, MI
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Atomic Honey is an Advertising company. They were established in 2018 and offer Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Austin, TX
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Digital Strategy company Sangfroid! is in Austin, Texas. Founded in 2016, the team provides Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Cambridge, MA
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Launched in 2007, Fuel Media Inc. Is a small graphic design company headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Their team focuses on Graphic Design and Web Development.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49South Jordan, UT
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Themailerbox, a Packaging Design company, was launched in 2015. They provides Packaging Design and Branding.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49West Orange, NJ
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Fivefoottwo Marketing, a branding firm, is located in West Orange, New Jersey. They focus on Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Branding company Rank N Bank focuses on Branding and Content Marketing. They are based in San Diego, California.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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Dreamspace is a video production agency established in 2012. The team specializes in Video Production and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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In New York, New York, East End Yovth is a Video Marketing company. Launched in 2019, the team focuses on Video Marketing and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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Pixels Logo Design is a branding company. Headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, their small team specializes in Branding and Content Marketing. The agency was launched in 2010.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Houston, TX
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SEO agency Brandistory - Digital Marketing Agency provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing. They are headquartered in Houston, Texas and Houston, Texas.
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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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$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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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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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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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Portland, OR
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Oakland, CA
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Pacifica, CA
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Brevard, NC
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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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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Milwaukee, WI
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Pasadena, CA
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$75,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Houston, TX
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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.