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 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.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Ann Arbor, MI
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Launched in 2004, Phire Group is a branding firm. The firm focuses on Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Minneapolis, MN
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Established in 2011, Superhuman is a small branding company in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Their team provides Branding and Advertising.
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$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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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SupplyKick is a branding firm and e-commerce development company launched in 2013. The small team specializes in Branding and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Akron, OH
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Brand Standard is a branding company. They were established in 2011 and offer Branding and Web Design.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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See all 3 projectsRevelation Agency specializes in brand development and corporate branding, particularly excelling in brand positioning and visual identity design. The company is noted for its effective project management and strong client rapport, with 100% of the feedback highlighting their ability to meet client needs and deadlines. Clients appreciate their strategic guidance and cohesive marketing solutions.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Glens Falls, NY
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Black dog DESIGNS LLC is a branding company. In Glens Falls, New York, the agency focuses on Branding and Web Design.
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$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Beardwood is a branding firm. Founded in 2004, the team offers Branding and Packaging Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Lee's Summit, MO
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See all 1 projectsWeb Invention offers tailored website development solutions for businesses across various industries, from eCommerce to gardening and law firms. We turn your ideas into powerful websites.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Birmingham, AL
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Lewis Communications is a branding company established in 1951. The company provides Branding and Digital Strategy, and is midsize.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Houston, TX
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Savage Brands, a branding company, is in Houston, Texas. Founded in 1973, the team focuses on Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999San Francisco, CA
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MINE, an Advertising company, was founded in 2004. The company focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr1,000 - 9,999Princeton, NJ
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Advertising company Freyr Solutions was established in 2012. The firm provides Advertising and Branding, and is large.
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Branding company Agenda was launched in 1999. The agency provides Branding and Advertising.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Small Product Design company Unbox Product Design, is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Their services include Product Design and Engineering.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Kansas City, MO
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Branding firm Will and Grail is in Kansas City, Missouri. They provide Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Boulder, CO
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Interact is a branding firm and Packaging Design company launched in 2009. The team specializes in Branding and Packaging Design.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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Launched in 1999, Resource Branding is a small branding firm. Their team provides Branding and Logo.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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Catapult Thinking is a Boston, Massachusetts-based branding company. Their services include Branding and Packaging Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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Starlight Advertising is an Advertising and branding firm. They are based in Miami, Florida, and their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Minnetonka, MN
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Headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota, Introworks is a small branding company. Their services include Branding and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49East Hartford, CT
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Solidus is a small branding company and Interior Design company located in East Hartford, Connecticut. Their services include Branding and Interior Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cincinnati, OH
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Spicefire is a branding firm. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, the team provides Branding and Packaging Design.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Essense Partners is a branding agency and Marketing Strategy company located in New York, New York. They focus on Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Glendale, CA
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Indigo Branding is a branding firm established in 2006. Their services include Branding and Packaging Design.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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Gigawatt Group is a PPC company. Located in Washington, District of Columbia and Baltimore, Maryland, the company was established in 2013. Their services include Pay Per Click and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Jacksonville, FL
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Sentient Media is a branding firm. The team offers Branding and Media Planning & Buying, and the company is based in Jacksonville, Florida and Gainesville, Florida.
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Denver, CO
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Vladimir Jones is an Advertising company. They offer Advertising and Branding and were established in 1970.
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$10,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Anaheim, CA
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Architectural Surfaces is a large Anaheim, California-based Architectural Design company. Their services include Architectural Design and Commercial Development.
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$75,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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Firebelly Design is a branding agency headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The team focuses on Branding and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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Giant Punch is a branding company. They are located in Austin, Texas. Their team specializes in Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portsmouth, NH
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Stout Heart, a branding agency, was established in 2015. The team focuses on Branding and Web Design.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Howell Township, NJ
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Established in 2007, Miller Creative is a branding agency. The team specializes in Branding and Packaging Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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Advertising company BEN is based in Los Angeles, California and Provo, Utah. They specialize in Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Founded in 1983, alternatives, a small branding firm, is headquartered in New York, New York. Their services include Branding and Web Design.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Lafayette, LA
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Established in 2016, Writing Wit Creative Studios is a branding firm. The team offers Branding and Market Research.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Omaha, NE
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Three Crowns Marketing is a branding agency. The Omaha, Nebraska-based company was launched in 2018. Their team specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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Established in 1999, StrawberryFrog is a midsize New York, New York-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Franklin, TN
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Anthem Republic is a small Marketing Strategy company located in Franklin, Tennessee. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Chicago, IL
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Established in 1995, Digital Kitchen is a branding company. Their services include Branding and Web Design.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Tacoma, WA
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Column is a small branding firm. They provide Branding and Packaging Design and were established in 2015.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Salt Lake City, UT
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TWIO Brand is a branding firm. Based in Salt Lake City, Utah and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, their small team focuses on Branding and Market Research. The agency was established in 1998.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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FILM PRO PRODUCTIONS is a branding company launched in 2000. Their team provides Branding and Direct Marketing.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New Smyrna Beach, FL
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RCR Hub, a branding company, is based in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. They offer Branding and Market Research.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New Castle, DE
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Countvisits is a small Advertising and branding firm based in New Castle, Delaware. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Petersburg, FL
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See all 3 projectsMosaico Marketing is a digital marketing agency specializing in social media management, content creation, and digital transformation services. The company consistently receives positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their effective project management and client-focused approach. Clients appreciate their responsiveness and adaptability, contributing significantly to business growth and client acquisition.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Portland, OR
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See all 2 projectsWeb Pixels Studio specializes in web development, providing services such as modern website design, responsive design, CMS integration, and post-launch support. The reviews highlight their strong project management, effective communication, and affordability, with clients noting significant improvements in traffic, engagement, and conversions. Their commitment to understanding client needs and delivering timely, quality solutions makes them a standout partner.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Hialeah, FL
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ARF Services is a Karachi, Pakistan-based social media marketing company. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Carthage, NC
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AdJourney is a Marketing Strategy company. They offer Marketing Strategy and Branding and are based in Carthage, North Carolina.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Webo Creators is a SEO agency. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and E-Commerce Development, and the firm is headquartered in New York, New York.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Indianola, IA
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In Indianola, Iowa, Gradient9 Studios is a small Advertising company. 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 - 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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38.6/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9New 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 / hr50 - 249Portland, OR
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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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+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Oakland, CA
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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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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36.1/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Pasadena, CA
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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 - 49Dallas, TX
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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.