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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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KMH Kreations is a Scottsdale, Arizona-based branding agency. They focus on Branding and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2008.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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Commercial Business Solutions is an Advertising company. Established in 2010, the company is based in Phoenix, Arizona. Their team provides Advertising 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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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Excelnet Media, LLC is an Advertising company. Their small team is based in Scottsdale, Arizona. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tempe, AZ
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Designing Bull LLC, an Advertising company, was established in 2011. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chandler, AZ
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Sprout Strategies is a small Advertising company in Chandler, Arizona. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tempe, AZ
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68 Creative Group, Inc. Is a small Advertising company in Tempe, Arizona. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New Braunfels, TX
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Founded in 1983, The Slade Group is a small New Braunfels, Texas-based Advertising company. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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Dino Design is an Advertising company. The Phoenix, Arizona-based agency was founded in 1984. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tucson, AZ
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Crossfire Technologies, a small Advertising company, is in Tucson, Arizona. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Hereford, TX
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ILab New Media is an Advertising company established in 2003. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tucson, AZ
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800biz, an Advertising company, focus on Advertising and Branding. They were launched in 1999.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tucson, AZ
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Boundless Design and Marketing is an Advertising company. Located in Tucson, Arizona, the agency was established in 2010. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tucson, AZ
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Advertising company A Fresh Approach Media offers Advertising and Branding. They were launched in 2006.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Marana, AZ
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Small branding agency Civano Web Design, is located in Marana, Arizona. The team focuses on Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tucson, AZ
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Heart and Soul Web Design, an Advertising company, was founded in 2009. They offers Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9El Paso, TX
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Parallel Innovations is a small Advertising company. They specialize in Advertising and Branding and were founded in 2013.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Oro Valley, AZ
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Great Scott Design, Inc. Is an Advertising company. Founded in 1982, the agency is headquartered in Oro Valley, Arizona. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Advertising company GSG Creative focuses on Advertising and UX/UI Design. They were launched in 2014.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Little Rock, AR
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Fortune Marketing Inc is a small Little Rock, Arkansas-based Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Arlington, TX
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Adapt Marketing & Design is a small Advertising company launched in 2008. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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Moonraker Marketing, an Advertising company, is located in Austin, Texas. Founded in 2015, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Castle Rock, CO
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Saderra is a SEO services firm. Located in Castle Rock, Colorado, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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Eye To Ad Media is a Denver, Colorado-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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Advertising company allies4me is based in Austin, Texas. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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Course is a small Denver, Colorado-based Logo company. Their services include Logo and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Addison, TX
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Monkeybread is an Advertising company launched in 2009. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Fresno, CA
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Small Advertising company Hundred10, is based in Fresno, California. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Long Beach, CA
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Ryan Fox Graphix is an Advertising company. Their team is headquartered in Long Beach, California and provides Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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Soft-Science is an Advertising company. Located in Houston, Texas, the firm specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Berkeley, CA
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405 Group, a branding firm, focus on Branding and Web Design. They were founded in 1996.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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EZQ Consulting is an Advertising company. Their small team is located in Houston, Texas. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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Founded in 2015, Austin SEO Geeks is an Advertising company. The company specializes in Advertising and Branding, and is small.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Oakland, CA
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Advertising company The Olive Street Agency is headquartered in Oakland, California. They offer Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Woodland, CA
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MyCali Designs and Consulting is an Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Branding and is headquartered in Woodland, California.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Fort Worth, TX
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Dallas Fort Worth SEO, a small Advertising company, is based in Fort Worth, Texas. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Dallas, TX
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Platinum SEO Services is an Advertising company. They are located in Dallas, Texas and have small team. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Jose, CA
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V9 Marketing is an Advertising company established in 2010. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Fresno, CA
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Founded in 2010, Inpower Marketing is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Long Beach, CA
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MeridianWest Creative, an Advertising company, was founded in 1996. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Two Legit, an Advertising company, is in Los Angeles, California. They specialize in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Lift Your Business is an Advertising company. They were established in 2014 and offer Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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In Los Angeles, California, The SoundView Group is an Advertising company. They provide Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Advertising company Lauren Schlau Consulting is located in Los Angeles, California. They specialize in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Sacramento, CA
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Small Advertising company Sacramento Internet Consultant, is in Sacramento, California. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Folsom, CA
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Achieve DMA, a small Advertising company, is headquartered in Folsom, California. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Launched in 1994, The Marketing Deli, a small Advertising company, is headquartered in San Diego, California. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Advertising company Dancing Panda Marketing was founded in 2014. The team provides Advertising and Branding and is based in San Diego, California.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Memphis, TN
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Combustion is a small Memphis, Tennessee-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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SolidRankings is a small San Diego, California-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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JMH Marketing Group is a small Advertising company based in San Diego, California. Their services include 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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$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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$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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$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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$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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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.