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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Launched in 2006, The Next Us is a small San Francisco, California-based branding firm. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kentfield, CA
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AvH Associates LLC is a Fractional CMO Services company. Founded in 2006, their team provides Fractional CMO Services 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 - 9Grand Rapids, MI
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Legacy Innovation Group is a branding company established in 2014. The team offers Branding and Product Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Encinitas, CA
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Social Currency is a Fractional CMO Services company. Established in 2017, the agency is based in Encinitas, California. Their team focuses on Fractional CMO Services and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Florissant, MO
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BBAT Technologies & Digital Services, LLC is a branding agency. The team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing, and the firm is in Florissant, Missouri.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Fitzgerald Media is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding and is in Los Angeles, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Santa Monica, CA
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Hats+Rabbits is an Advertising company. They specialize in Advertising and Branding and were established in 2014.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chula Vista, CA
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Gutierrez Brand Group, LLC is a branding firm. Launched in 2010, the firm focuses on Branding and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tempe, AZ
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Branding company CD&I Associates was founded in 2009. The small team focuses on Branding and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Street Source Marketing & Communications, a Market Research company, was established in 2010. Located in Denver, Colorado, the team provides Market Research and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Marquette, MI
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Buzz Advertising Agency is an Advertising company. Their small team is headquartered in Marquette, Michigan. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Virginia Beach, VA
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Digital Moxie, a branding company, is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Launched in 2015, the team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chesapeake, VA
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The Alchemy Consulting Group is a branding company established in 2003. The team offers Branding and Search Engine Optimization and is based in Chesapeake, Virginia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Eugene, OR
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Mixed Handed Branding is a branding company. Their small team is located in Eugene, Oregon. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hartford, CT
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Small branding firm Premier Marketing, is based in Hartford, Connecticut. Their services include Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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JAM Idea Agency is a PPC agency. Founded in 2018, the team offers Pay Per Click and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Spokane, WA
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Steelwork is a branding agency. They are in Spokane, Washington. Their team specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Christiansburg, VA
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Aspire is a branding company. They were launched in 2018 and specialize in Branding and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Glen Allen, VA
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Bellrae Marketing, a small branding company, is headquartered in Glen Allen, Virginia and Arlington, Virginia. The team offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Memphis, TN
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Located in Memphis, Tennessee, MVMT Group is a CRM consulting and SI company. Established in 2021, the team specializes in CRM consulting and SI and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Frederick, MD
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Branding agency Digital Ads was established in 2024. The agency specializes in Branding and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cincinnati, OH
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Batty Fang is a branding company. The Cincinnati, Ohio-based firm focuses on Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kissimmee, FL
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US SEO Services is a SEO company. Founded in 2011, the firm is in Kissimmee, Florida. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Austin, TX
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Don Dessa is a small branding company in Austin, Texas. Their services include Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tysons, VA
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Founded in 2015, Language Scholars, LLC is a branding company. The small team provides Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kansas City, MO
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Oak Media is a small Advertising company located in Kansas City, Missouri. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Bridgewater, MA
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Based in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts, Mammoth Marketers is a branding firm. The team specializes in Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Stamford, CT
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Mercury Marketing Communications, an Advertising company, is located in Stamford, Connecticut. They focus on Advertising and Branding and were established in 2022.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Clemente, CA
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Unsung Studio, a branding firm, provides Branding and Web Design. The company is located in San Clemente, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kansas City, MO
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Small branding firm 2D Optimized Marketing, is in Kansas City, Missouri. Their services include Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Clarksburg, MD
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Polish Your Business is a branding firm launched in 2015. The team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Overland Park, KS
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Art of Dental Marketing is a branding agency. They are located in Overland Park, Kansas, and their services include Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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In San Francisco, California, Matrix Promotional Marketing is an Advertising company. Launched in 1981, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Make & Co. Is a graphic design agency launched in 2011. The agency specializes in Graphic Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Brand 9 is a graphic design agency. Their team is located in New York, New York and Orange Park, Florida and offers Graphic Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Seattle, WA
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OutSide Thinc LLC is a branding agency. They are located in Seattle, Washington, and their services include Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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PsyCann Advisors is a small branding firm established in 2020. Their team focuses on Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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Established in 2019, Brand Majors, a small branding agency, is in Boston, Massachusetts. Their team provides Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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In Good Company PR, a public relations firm, was established in 2015. The small team offers Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Branding firm TF Labs was established in 2017. The team specializes in Branding and Content Marketing and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Branding agency Bloom17 Inc. Is based in San Francisco, California. They specialize in Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Launched in 2019, Pink Sheep Publicity is a small branding agency. Their team focuses on Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Fixé Group, a small branding firm, is based in Los Angeles, California. Their services include Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Macomb, MI
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Established in 2010, PTI Design is a small Product Design company. Their team focuses on Product Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kansas City, MO
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Elements Brand Haus | Elements Photography Studio is a small branding firm based in Kansas City, Missouri. Their services include Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Greenville, DE
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ShinePR, LLC is a public relations agency established in 2020. Their team offers Public Relations and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Missoula, MT
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Based in Missoula, Montana, Vita Nova Marketing Group is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Charleston, WV
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Coffman Collaborative LLC. Is a public relations firm. The small Charleston, West Virginia-based team provides Public Relations and Branding. The agency was launched in 2021.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Charleston, WV
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Established in 2000, TSG Consulting LLC is a small Charleston, West Virginia-based branding company. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Charleston, WV
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AGD Collective Works | Auge+Gray+Drake Collective Works, a branding firm, was established in 2011. Located in Charleston, West Virginia, the team focuses on Branding and Public Relations.
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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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37.7/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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38.5/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9New York City, NY
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37.5/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / 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.