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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Navarre, FL
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Agency 323, a branding agency, was launched in 2009. The team offers Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Chattanooga, TN
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Established in 2018, ClearBox Strategies, a small Marketing Strategy company, is headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Their services include Marketing Strategy 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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Nashville, TN
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Collide Creative, a graphic design company, was established in 2009. They specializes in Graphic Design and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Howell, MI
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ModInteractive is a web design company. Their small team is in Howell, Michigan and offers Web Design and Search Engine Optimization. The firm was founded in 2017.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9West Palm Beach, FL
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Influence Media Solutions is a branding company. Their team is located in West Palm Beach, Florida and Fort Collins, Colorado. The company offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Norcross, GA
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Helium, a Marketing Strategy company, was established in 2017. The small team offers Marketing Strategy and Branding.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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Founded in 2018, MTD Marketing is a small Tampa, Florida-based branding company. Their team offers Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Panama City, FL
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Curiosity Marketing Group, a branding company, was launched in 2014. The team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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Center Cut Marketing is a small Boston, Massachusetts-based branding firm. The team specializes in Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Product 360 Creative is a graphic design company. They provide Graphic Design and Branding and were launched in 2008. The company is in Los Angeles, California.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Palatine, IL
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JRB Team is a branding agency launched in 2013. The firm specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy, and is small.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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Established in 2009, Orange Marketing is a small branding agency. Their team specializes in Branding and Advertising.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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Launched in 2019, Major is a small Advertising company headquartered in Brooklyn, New York. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Pembroke Pines, FL
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The Glow Up is a branding agency. They focus on Branding and Pay Per Click and were established in 2011.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Birmingham, MI
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The midnight oil group is a Birmingham, Michigan-based graphic design agency. Established in 2012, the team specializes in Graphic Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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HER Creative Media, an Advertising company, is located in Denver, Colorado. Launched in 2017, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Concord, MA
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Alden Marketing Group Inc., an Advertising company, is in Concord, Massachusetts. Launched in 2004, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Oak Park, IL
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Launched in 2011, Alex Rueda Marketing & Innovation, a small branding agency, is based in Oak Park, Illinois. Their team specializes in Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Greensboro, NC
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Branding agency Pivot Mode is based in Greensboro, North Carolina. Launched in 2016, the team offers Branding and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Lexington, KY
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Social media marketing agency SAGE Marketing LLC specializes in Social Media Marketing and Branding. They were established in 2017.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Daphne, AL
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JAM Group Studio is a Digital Strategy company in Daphne, Alabama. They focus on Digital Strategy and Web Design and were founded in 2016.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Tacoma, WA
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Northern Pacific Digital, a branding agency, was established in 2014. Based in Tacoma, Washington, the team provides Branding and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Augusta, GA
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White Hart Insight, a video production company, provides Video Production and Branding. The firm is located in Augusta, Georgia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Agoura Hills, CA
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Fivespot Digital Marketing is a branding company headquartered in Agoura Hills, California. They focus on Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Burlington, MA
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Stargazer Creative is a branding company. Founded in 2018, the team specializes in Branding and Logo.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Rock Hill, SC
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Launched in 1999, lemmondsDESIGN is an Advertising company. The small team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cincinnati, OH
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Advertising company Canna Design Council provides Advertising and Branding. They were established in 2015.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Savannah, GA
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Custom Focus Marketing is a branding agency. Located in Savannah, Georgia, their small team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing. The company was launched in 2019.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond, VA
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Launched in 1987, Sweeney Creative is an Advertising company. The small team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Advertising company Hygiency is located in Los Angeles, California. They provide Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Worcester, MA
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Studio DiBella is a Worcester, Massachusetts-based print design company. The team provides Print Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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Highbrid Media is a Digital Strategy company. The small Brooklyn, New York-based team provides Digital Strategy and Branding. The agency was founded in 2004.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Worcester, MA
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Studio Jade is a Worcester, Massachusetts-based branding company. They provide Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Yorba Linda, CA
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Engagement PR & Marketing, a PR agency, was established in 2015. The team offers Public Relations and Branding and is based in Yorba Linda, California.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Boston, MA
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May Street is an Advertising company. They were launched in 2019, and their services include Advertising and Branding.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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BrowneMusser, a branding company, was established in 2008. The firm provides Branding and Graphic Design, and is small.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Apt 2, NY
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Founded in 2017, Dearest Creative is a branding company. The small team offers Branding and Graphic Design.
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$75,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9South Lake Tahoe, CA
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DAE and Company is an Advertising company. They are based in South Lake Tahoe, California, and their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Eugene, OR
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WebStrata is a web design company established in 1997. Based in Eugene, Oregon, the team focuses on Web Design and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Redding, CA
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Legacy Catalyst Marketing Group is a Marketing Strategy company established in 2020. Headquartered in Redding, California, the team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Branding.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Sacramento, CA
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Page Design Group is a graphic design agency launched in 1980. Their services include Graphic Design and Branding.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Auburn, ME
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Based in Auburn, Maine, Twelve North Agency is a branding agency. The team specializes in Branding and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Nashville, TN
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Bethanybauman.com is a print design company. The Nashville, Tennessee-based team provides Print Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bellevue, WA
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Content Matterz is a branding company. The agency is based in Bellevue, Washington. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wichita, KS
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Bryckroad Creative is a small web design company based in Wichita, Kansas. The team provides Web Design and Branding.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Intactic is a branding company. The team focuses on Branding and Other Marketing, and the agency is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Clermont, FL
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Founded in 2021, Threadlink is a web design agency. The company offers Web Design and Branding.
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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STATUS Branding is a small branding company. They focus on Branding and Market Research and were established in 2018.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Miami, FL
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Launched in 2022, InfluencerNexus is a small Advertising company. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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HVH Media & Marketing is a branding agency. Located in Scottsdale, Arizona, the agency specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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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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39.8/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$75,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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39.4/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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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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37.8/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 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 / 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 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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37.3/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 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+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Oakland, CA
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37.1/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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37.1/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 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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36.5/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sausalito, 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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36/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9/10 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 - 49Dallas, TX
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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
60% Branding40% Other
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.