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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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Knoxville, TN
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Hornsby Brand Design LLC is a branding agency founded in 2003. The firm focuses on Branding and Web Design.
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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Established in 1979, The Partnership is a small Advertising company. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Austin, TX
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See all 1 projectsBookwave Publishing is a publishing and marketing company specializing in content development, branding collateral, and online marketing strategies. Overall feedback is positive, with clients praising their timely delivery, clear communication, and impactful brand visibility. However, some suggest incorporating more proactive market trend analysis. Approximately 80% of reviewers highlight their expertise in publishing and marketing.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Coral Gables, FL
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The Copper Portico is a small branding agency established in 2017. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Seattle, WA
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Pop is a branding company. Located in Seattle, Washington and Brazil, their midsize team specializes in Branding and Content Marketing. The firm was launched in 1996.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Chicago, IL
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Energy BBDO is an Advertising company. Their midsize team is based in Chicago, Illinois and São Paulo, Brazil. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Houston, TX
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See all 12 projectsPeachy Digitals is a branding and marketing agency specializing in brand identity development, logo design, and corporate branding. Based on their reviews, 100% of clients praised their professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to deliver high-quality work on time. Clients frequently highlight their excellent project management and alignment with company values, making them a top choice for digital branding projects.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Brook-Schwartz+ is a branding firm. The small San Diego, California-based team provides Branding and Advertising. The firm was established in 2000.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Miami, FL
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Third & Arch, a branding company, was founded in 2024. The team offers Branding and Market Research.
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$10,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsPlanetFab is a New York City boutique branding & creative design studio that transforms how brands are seen, experienced, and understood. Founded in 2007 by husband-and-wife duo Fabrice Frere
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249St. Petersburg, FL
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Headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, Elite Rewards is a midsize branding agency. The team focuses on Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Verona, WI
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Web design agency Powderkeg Web Design was launched in 2004. Based in Verona, Wisconsin, the team provides Web Design and Web Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Marietta, GA
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Clementine Creative, a branding firm, was founded in 2015. They offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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See all 5 projectsEAT studio is a distinguished branding agency specializing in brand identity development, brand strategy, and visual identity design. They have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers praising their attention to detail, project management, and creative vision. Clients consistently highlight EAT studio's ability to deliver exceptional brand identities that are fresh, timeless, and globally relevant.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249South Gate, CA
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Techcole is a branding company. Founded in 2009, the team offers Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Launched in 2011, SFB IDEAS is a Marketing Strategy company. The company provides Marketing Strategy and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Minneapolis, MN
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Object is a branding company. They are in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Their team offers Branding and UX/UI Design.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Greensboro, NC
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Mitre Agency, a branding agency, was established in 2000. Located in Greensboro, North Carolina, the team offers Branding and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Houston, TX
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Founded in 1980, Pavement Services is a branding company. Their services include Branding and Commercial Development.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Palm Springs, CA
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Konsist is a branding agency established in 2016. In Palm Springs, California and Brooklyn, New York, the team offers Branding and UX/UI Design.
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Bee Cave, TX
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Bold Narratives is a branding agency located in Bee Cave, Texas. Established in 2023, the team focuses on Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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Fired Up Promotions, a branding company and Product Marketing company, is based in Baltimore, Maryland. Their services include Branding and Product Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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Established in 2023, Dream Custom Boxes is a branding agency and Packaging Design company. The small team offers Branding and Packaging Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Austin, TX
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Justine Sinclair is a branding company and social media marketing company. Established in 2017, the agency is located in Austin, Texas. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Mystical Publishers is a branding firm and Content Writing Services company. The New York, New York-based agency offers Branding and Content Writing Services.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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The Author Central is a branding firm and Direct Marketing company. The San Francisco, California-based company offers Branding and Direct Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Orlando, FL
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Launched in 2017, Orlando Corporate Media is a video production company. Their team focuses on Video Production and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Launched in 2011, Awesome NYC is an UX agency and branding agency. Located in New York, New York, the team provides UX/UI Design and Branding.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9St. Cloud, MN
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Branding firm Gaslight Creative is headquartered in St. Cloud, Minnesota and Edina, Minnesota. The team focuses on Branding and Web Design.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chamblee, GA
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Creative Outhouse is a branding company. In Chamblee, Georgia, the company was launched in 2001. Their services include Branding and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Orlando, FL
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Purple Rock Scissors, a midsize Advertising company, is in Orlando, Florida. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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Whipsaw is a small Product Design company based in San Francisco, California. The team specializes in Product Design and Branding.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Orlando, FL
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PRISMATIC is a small branding company. They specialize in Branding and Marketing Strategy and were founded in 2002.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Greenville, SC
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The OrangeByte, a branding agency, was founded in 2012. The agency provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Seattle, WA
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MG2 Design is an Architectural Design company. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington and Irvine, California, the agency was established in 1971. Their team focuses on Architectural Design and
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Duluth, GA
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See all 2 projectsYokimMarketing LLC is a marketing firm specializing in video production, website creation, branding, and advertising. The company is praised for its affordability, flexibility, and strong communication, with 100% positive feedback highlighting their personalized approach and effective team integration. Clients appreciate their ability to simplify complex advertising concepts, contributing to early sales success and organic growth.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Manhattan Beach, CA
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South of LA is a branding company. The Manhattan Beach, California-based agency focuses on Branding and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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Both is a Brooklyn, New York-based branding agency. They focus on Branding and Video Production and were founded in 2023.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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Triangular Studio Inc is a branding company founded in 2017. Their services include Branding and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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Grand Brand & Co is a branding firm based in Tampa, Florida. They specialize in Branding and Web Design and were established in 2015.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Johnston, IA
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AKC Marketing, a branding agency, was founded in 2007. They specializes in Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Henderson, NV
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Brand Device, LLC is a branding company. They were established in 2020 and focus on Branding and Graphic Design.
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Memphis, TN
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See all 1 projectsAEGIIZ TECHNOLOGIES offers web design, development, and digital marketing services. Across their reviews, clients commend the company's professional team, dedication, and commitment to delivering quality work on time. AEGIIZ TECHNOLOGIES is recognized for its good value for cost, impressive infrastructure, and alignment with client values.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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AOR Inc. Is a branding agency. They are headquartered in Denver, Colorado and have small team. They specialize in Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lincoln, NE
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Oh Hello Agency is a branding company. The Lincoln, Nebraska-based company offers Branding and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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Located in Denver, Colorado, VectorDefector is a web development firm. They offer Web Development and Web Design.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Milwaukee, WI
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Accelity Marketing, a branding firm, is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They offer Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Long Beach, CA
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TLG Marketing is a Digital Strategy company launched in 2005. Their services include Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Vallejo, CA
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Affinity Creative Group is a branding agency. The team provides Branding and Packaging Design, and the firm is in Vallejo, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Reno, NV
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Marketing Stable, LLC is an Advertising company. They were founded in 2018, and their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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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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$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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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Pasadena, CA
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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 - 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.