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 - 9Dubuque, IA
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Established in 2015, FGC Creative is a graphic design agency. The team specializes in Graphic Design and Branding and is headquartered in Dubuque, Iowa.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hudson Oaks, TX
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Cross Timbers Marketing is a branding agency. The Hudson Oaks, Texas-based agency focuses on Branding and Digital Strategy.
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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 - 9Eagle Point, OR
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Launched in 2008, Paradux Media Group is an Advertising company. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Midland, TX
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Hancock Advertising Group, an Advertising company, was launched in 1986. The small team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Oregon City, OR
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Advertising Solutions is an Advertising company established in 1999. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Eugene, OR
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Blink NW, a branding firm, is based in Eugene, Oregon. Founded in 2014, the team focuses on Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Shawnee, KS
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Small public relations agency Venice Communications, is located in Shawnee, Kansas. Their services include Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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REKORD Houston is a Houston, Texas-based branding agency. Established in 2016, the team offers Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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Heavy Heavy is a branding firm. Launched in 2013, the agency is based in San Antonio, Texas. Their team specializes in Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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Giles Design Bureau is a small branding company located in San Antonio, Texas. Their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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1797 Creative is a branding firm. They were launched in 2009 and specialize in Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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Towers Advertising is an Advertising company. The company is in Houston, Texas. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Katy, TX
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Patriot Advertising, Inc. Is an Advertising company founded in 2005. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9McAllen, TX
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Launched in 2009, ImageHouse Media is an Advertising company. The agency provides Advertising and Branding, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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Andrade Communicators is an Advertising company. Their small team is in San Antonio, Texas. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Odessa, TX
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Hunt Advertising & Consulting, Inc. Is an Advertising company. The firm is in Odessa, Texas. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Amarillo, TX
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In Amarillo, Texas, Panhan Creative Agency is a branding agency. They specialize in Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Pite Creative is a small Denver, Colorado-based Marketing Strategy company. The team offers Marketing Strategy and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Located in Denver, Colorado, The Firm Graphics is a graphic design agency. Founded in 1998, the team offers Graphic Design and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wichita, KS
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Visual Media Group, LLC is a branding firm. Headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, the company was founded in 2013. Their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bend, OR
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Every Idea Marketing is an Advertising company. The Bend, Oregon-based company was launched in 1991. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Colorado Springs, CO
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GRAPHIC HERO is a small Colorado Springs, Colorado-based graphic design agency. The team specializes in Graphic Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Strand Design is a Chicago, Illinois-based Product Design company. The team provides Product Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jackson, WI
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Established in 2008, JenRus Freelance is a small branding firm. Their team provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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What's UP Public Relations, a small PR agency, is in Denver, Colorado. The team focuses on Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Collins, CO
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Slate Communications is a public relations company. They are located in Fort Collins, Colorado, and their services include Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Rubber Design Studio is a branding firm founded in 2001. The team focuses on Branding and Graphic Design and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Stayton, OR
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Word's Out PR is a branding firm. Headquartered in Stayton, Oregon, their small team specializes in Branding and Email Marketing. The firm was founded in 2005.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Mauk Design, an Out of Home Design company, was established in 1987. The company specializes in Out of Home Design and Branding, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Eugene, OR
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Advertising company Verb Marketing + PR was launched in 2003. The team provides Advertising and Branding and is based in Eugene, Oregon.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bend, OR
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Launched in 2014, Sublime Creative Agency is an Advertising company. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Strohl, a branding company, is based in San Francisco, California. They offer Branding and Digital Strategy and were founded in 2005.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Product Design company Jon Ruiz Consulting is based in San Francisco, California. They focus on Product Design and Branding and were established in 2008.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Founded in 2005, Trigger Design Inc. Is a small San Francisco, California-based branding company. Their team offers Branding and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lake Oswego, OR
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Vista Market Intelligence is a Market Research company in Lake Oswego, Oregon. The team specializes in Market Research and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Rise-and-Shine Studio is an Advertising company. Launched in 2005, the firm is located in San Francisco, California. Their services include Advertising and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Based in Los Angeles, California, YES DESIGN GROUP is a small Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fayetteville, AR
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The Artist Evolution LLC is a Fayetteville, Arkansas-based Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Neumatic Digital is a small AR/VR development company. They provide AR/VR development and Branding and were launched in 2006.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Small Advertising company Knack Design & Production, is headquartered in San Francisco, California. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Century is a branding company. The San Francisco, California-based agency was launched in 2017. Their team provides Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fayetteville, AR
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Red Rooster Design, a branding firm, was launched in 2000. The team offers Branding and Graphic Design and is located in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Miami, FL
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Doodle + Code is an Advertising company. Founded in 2009, their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Miami, FL
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COOL Creative, a branding company, is in Miami, Florida. Their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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2M Creative Inc. Is a branding company. Located in San Francisco, California, the team specializes in Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Melanie Doherty Design, a graphic design agency, is based in San Francisco, California. The team specializes in Graphic Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Redding, CT
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Fresh Tracks Marketing is a branding company. The team is based in Redding, Connecticut, and their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boise, ID
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Established in 1996, Stoltz Marketing Group is a small Boise, Idaho-based media planning & buying company. Their team provides Media Planning & Buying and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Norwalk, CT
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TFI Envision, Inc is an Advertising company. Launched in 1975, the firm is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Stamford, CT
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Creative Partners is an Advertising company launched in 1986. Their team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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List of the Top 15 United States Branding Companies
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$10,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Oakland, CA
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$75,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$75,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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39.3/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Annapolis, MD
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39.2/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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38.9/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New Gloucester, ME
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38.9/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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37.9/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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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 / 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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37.5/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Portland, OR
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37.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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37.2/40.017.6/20 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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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Pasadena, CA
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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35.9/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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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.