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 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Greensboro, NC
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Brixx Media is a web design agency. They are based in Greensboro, North Carolina and have small team. Their services include Web Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Milwaukee, WI
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Ferris Consulting is a Marketing Strategy company. Their small team is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Branding.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Green Bay, WI
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Launched in 1992, Leonard & Finco Public Relations, Inc. Is a Digital Strategy company. The company specializes in Digital Strategy and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kronenwetter, WI
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Ontogeny Advertising & Design is an Advertising company. Headquartered in Kronenwetter, Wisconsin, their small team focuses on Advertising and Branding. The firm was founded in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Melbourne, FL
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Look Marketing is a Digital Strategy company. The team is headquartered in Melbourne, Florida, and their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Milwaukee, WI
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Culver Brand Design, a graphic design agency, was launched in 1988. The small team specializes in Graphic Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Milwaukee, WI
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Moon Landing, Inc. Is a branding agency. They are based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Their team focuses on Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Quincy, MA
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Woodhouse Agency, a Marketing Strategy company, was established in 2009. The team offers Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Provo, UT
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Branding company Ooblec Design Studio is in Provo, Utah. They specialize in Branding and Product Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Spokane, WA
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Advertising company 7 Storms Advertising is based in Spokane, Washington. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond Hill, GA
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Small branding company Stafford Media Group, is based in Richmond Hill, Georgia. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dayton, OH
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Branding firm The Marketing Formula was launched in 1991. The small team offers Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Lyon Communications is a public relations firm established in 2002. The small team focuses on Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Grass Valley, CA
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7 Rays Marketing is an Advertising company. Launched in 2015, their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Franklin, TN
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Action Learning Associates is a Business Consulting company. Based in Franklin, Tennessee, the team offers Business Consulting and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Alexandria, VA
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Goris Communications, a branding firm, was established in 1984. The team focuses on Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pasadena, CA
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Enbroaden is a web design company. Established in 2002, the firm is based in Pasadena, California. Their team specializes in Web Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Alexandria, VA
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The Orange Agency is an Advertising company. Their small team is in Alexandria, Virginia. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Alexandria, VA
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Westfourth Communications is a public relations company headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia. Established in 2007, the team specializes in Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Alexandria, VA
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Small public relations firm EPIC PR Group, is based in Alexandria, Virginia. The team focuses on Public Relations and Branding.
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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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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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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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$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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37.5/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Oakland, CA
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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 / hr2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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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 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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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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$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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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 - 49New York, NY
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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.